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THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets

Holiday home with kitchen, near Outer Banks Beaches

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience serenity at The Weathervane, a semi-oceanfront home nestled between two wildlife preserves. Wake to sunrise and pounding surf, then step onto the deck with your morning coffee. Enjoy outdoor furniture, an outdoor shower, and beach chairs while watching wild horses from the screened-in porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6143 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets

Be among the first guests to swim in the NEW POOL!! Flexible check in day and typically we have a 3 night minimum stay!

So many simple pleasures await you in The Weathervane. Wake to the beautiful sunrise and pounding surf. Step out on the deck with that first cup of coffee. Touch the moon glade just steps from your front door. This is Relaxation!!

What fun to use the outdoor telescope in this lovely semi-oceanfront (2nd row) home, situated in a very quiet section of the 4x4 beach. Located just 7 miles north of the end of the hard road and nestled between two wildlife preserves, your shoulders will drop as soon as you pull in. The serenity on this part of the beach is amazing. Watch the breakers from the nicely stocked kitchen in this reverse floor plan home. You may even see some brown pelicans fly by as you sip your coffee. Spend your morning on the screened in porch watching the wild horses. You may also spot foxes, bunnies, deer or black hogs. (They are here but are elusive!) Wildlife abounds on the beach as well with all kinds of bird and fish, shellfish and mollusks. Shelling is a favorite pastime, not to mention fishing and swimming. Leashed pets are allowed on the beach so you can bring your dog and enjoy the day. Setting up is easy since you will be able to take your gear to the beach in your car. You can even park on the beach and use it as a base of operation. Two beach parking passes are provided for guest use... so no extra expense with our homes!! Forgot something? … no worries, since the house is just steps away.

Everything is better at the beach, including sleeping! Two of the three bedrooms have memory foam queen beds, flat screen smart tv’s and private access to the second level deck. The third bedroom has a flat screen smart tv and a duo-bunk bed (double bed lower and twin bed upper, also memory foam). This home has plenty of room for a small family, but will also suit for a couple who just need to get away from it all.

If you are not familiar with Carova Beach, you will be enchanted with the excitement of driving on the beach, witnessing wildlife in its natural habitat and being separated from the masses. Or maybe you already know how exhilarating it is to wake up to the pounding surf, neighing horses and the prospect of another beautiful day on the beach. It is the experience of a lifetime… make it even more special with a relaxing stay at Weathervane.
You must have a "four wheel drive” ( 4x4 ) vehicle to access this home.

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Inventory
• private pool
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Pillows, blankets, and bedspreads provided. Sheets/Towels available for a fee
• Iron and ironing board
• Telephone
• Wireless internet service
• Central heat and air
• Dishwasher, microwave
• Washer/Dryer
• Outdoor Furniture
• Outdoor Shower
• Park style BBQ Grill (charcoal)
• Beach chairs (five)
• No smoking in this home

ANY DAY Check In - 4 wheel drive required - extra fee for Linens and Towels - approximately 6.5 miles up the 4x4 beach Parking passes for parking two cars on the beach will be provided for guest use. Parking at the house is free and unlimited. Two dogs considered depending on age, weight and breed. There is a per pet fee and a refundable security deposit. No cats
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Telescope

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,536 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2135-111909

About the area

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Carova, NC

Restaurants

  • ‪Chewbacca - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Beach Week - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Coffee In Corolla - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coffee In Corolla - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Witch Catering - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Outer Banks Beaches and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. False Cape State Park and False Cape Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

THE WEATHERVANE Private POOL! 3 night min, flexible check-in day, 4x4, pets Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Great house, perfect location, wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

renee a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we needed and more!

Mm, my husband and my dog stayed and it was perfect hir us! Even nicer then the pictures. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We had a very nice week at the weathervane. The home is beautifully decorated and made for a very comfortable stay! We will definitely be back in years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Beautiful Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Weathervane is such a beautiful home, great location and great views. This was 6th trip to the 4x4 and one of the nicest, well kept homes we've stayed in. Perfect size for our family of four and our lab Sid. The screened porch was great in the evening or morning for coffee. Laura with Carova Cottages responded quickly to all inquiries prior to our stay. We had one small issue once we arrived where some wasps started to build a nest and she promptly brought over spray. She was going to spray but I wanted to do it at night while they were on the nest to make sure they would not come back. We can't wait to return!
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

Fantastic!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented the Weathervane for multiple years, it’s always a delight. The bonus this year was there was a brand new pool, AWESOME!

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and excellent location. Communication was easy, check in and check out were a breeze. Couldn't have asked for a better trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and the pool is a great bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ANN H.

Carova, NC Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time on Carova. There was plenty of sight seeing to be had (horses, sunrises, sunsets, scenery and sea creatures). Yes sea creatures ( a school of rays, dolphins, crabs, and ?? shark). Our location was superb (easy walk to beach, beautiful sunrise and sunset views from deck, and wild horses seen from deck). It was easy riding on the beach. The house was beautiful inside and out. Enjoyed the pool. Definitely will return.

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Property Rental!!!

My husband and I stayed here for my 30th birthday and thoroughly enjoyed everything The Weathervane had to offer!!!! So much so, we added an extra night to our stay upon our arrival. The pool was amazing! The location was perfect! The house was clean and well maintained! We had many horse encounters on the property at all hours of the day. I still can’t believe this was available for us to book a last minute trip but we are so thankful and don’t think there could’ve been a better house for our 5 night getaway! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C. M.

Fantastic Getaway! Spectacular Ocean & Sunset Views!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Weathervane is an absolute gem in the heart of the Carova/Corolla 4x4 beach. My wife and I chose it to celebrate our 15 year wedding anniversary and could not have booked a more perfect location! 🙂 The wild horses stopped by almost everyday - an absolute treat to just watch them from both the second & third floor decks. The screened in porch off the living room is THE spot to watch the sunset. We were wowed by a different, awe inspiring sunset each evening. ⛅️ The owners are fantastic! They are very quick to reply and very friendly. The Weathervane has newer appliances, a very well appointed kitchen and fantastic water quality for the 4x4 area. We will 100% be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah W.

Wonderful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The best experience. saw horses everyday and dolphins everyday jumping in the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

2023 Carova Time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: we had a wonderful time with wonderful weather this year ~ thank you for sharing your lovely home
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Best vacation ever!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the first time to the Outer Banks, and it was perfect. The house was in a fantastic location. We couldn't have asked for more. Laura at Corova Cottages was so attentive, and sweet! She was available whenever I had a question, and made me feel so welcomed. Everything was clean, and tidy. The views were amazing. Wild Spanish horses all around the house almost every day. Everyone was so friendly. My husband and I hope rlto be back sooner than later. Thank you again! ❤️
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10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Great Week in Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Couldn't have asked for a better week or a better location

8/10 Good

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home, very clean and well equipped

This was our second stay in 4x4. This home had more tour traffic. Also, more ATV/UTV and someone had an old dune buggy that was loud. House located further up the beach than our previous stay, but meant less “crowded” beach. For those of you not use to a well there is an odor to the water and not a lot of pressure. Overall home was very nice and well stocked for stay. Side screened in porch was great with fans and breeze. We did see a group of 3 horses most nights and our final night they grazed in the side and backyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Great Family Vacation!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay! The home was perfect for our family of six. Clean, spacious and well equipped. Looking forward to next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Leilani M.

Great home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The only thing I would recommend would be a roll of toilet paper for each of bathrooms. First time I’ve stayed anywhere that there wasn’t toilet paper. Everything else was great. The Fully stocked kitchen was great.

10/10 Excellent

Samuel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back

Likely for the holiday season
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This was our first time to stay on the 4x4 beach. The house is in a great location and was just perfect for what we needed. The house was clean and orderly. The A/C quit working on the second floor while we were there. We contacted the property manager and she scheduled the repair very quickly. Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Georgia W.

Great Hose!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was so nice and clean upon arrival. The home was nicely decorated and really comfortable. We all really enjoyed our stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Great vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Weathervane was the perfect size for our family of six and two pups. We love to cook so I really appreciated that the kitchen was fully stocked with every utensil and appliance you could possibly need (no Keurig, but there is a standard coffeemaker). The screened in deck area catches the breeze in the morning and evening and is almost always shady, great for coffee in the morning and dinner at night. There is a group of horses that hangs out in this neighborhood and they were in the yard and in the slightly wooded lot next door every morning. This house is a cozy little gem and we will be back. Don't hesitate to book it. I enjoyed working with Laura and David at Carova Cottages at well. They were professional and very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First but not last time in Carova

Great house in great spot. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Definitely hope to spend a week at this house again

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: After 32 years of coming to the Outerbanks - we started in Duck moved up to Corolla and finally the last few years in Pine Island - we wanted to experience Carova and the 4x4 experience I would say the only 'getting use to' part was all the vehicles and having to watch the traffic at times
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10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Fabulous Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our third time staying at the Weathervane, and it was another fantastic trip. The home has all you need to unplug, relax, and enjoy your time in this beautiful area. We saw horses around the property every day, and across the street nibbling grass on the dunes with the ocean waves and blue sky in the background. We had a gorgeous full moon during our stay, and watching it rise over the ocean with red to orange coloring was magical. The sunrises with the orange, pink, and purple variations weren't too shabby either. Great stay!!!

10/10 Excellent

Slava M., Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply great

Great location, very clean home, excellent property manager communication
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021