Whalehead Beach Travel Guide

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A lighthouse at dusk with the sun setting over a coastal landscape.
A large house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A wooden bridge with arches over a body of water, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A historic building with a wooden bridge over a canal, surrounded by trees.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a large, historic house with a green lawn and trees.

Stay near popular Whalehead Beach attractions

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Corolla Beach

9.6/10 (235 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corolla Beach during your trip to Corolla?
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Our pick of the best Whalehead Beach Hotel Deals

Outer Banks Family-sized Vacation Home 10-minute Walk from the Beach.

Outer Banks Family-sized Vacation Home 10-minute Walk from the Beach.

Corolla NC
Stay at this holiday home in Corolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Whale Head Bay are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Beautiful home, very timely response from owner, and great family vacation! Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

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Outer Banks Family-sized Vacation Home 10-minute Walk from the Beach.
Point of Views | 995 ft from the beach | Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub | Corolla

Point of Views | 995 ft from the beach | Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub | Corolla

Corolla NC
Stay at this holiday home in Corolla. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Best house we’ve stayed in so far! It was perfect for our family"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

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Point of Views | 995 ft from the beach | Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub | Corolla
Gorgeous Semi-Oceanfront Home in Whalehead

Gorgeous Semi-Oceanfront Home in Whalehead

Corolla NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Corolla. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
"Overpriced rental. Not wellMaintained. Terrible WiFi service. Black mold.Would not rent again"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

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Gorgeous Semi-Oceanfront Home in Whalehead
Pet-Friendly Beach Escape with Elevator, Pool Cabana Bar w/TV & Scenic Deck View

Pet-Friendly Beach Escape with Elevator, Pool Cabana Bar w/TV & Scenic Deck View

Corolla NC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Corolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"There was no beach view but the place was great. Just like I was told"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

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Pet-Friendly Beach Escape with Elevator, Pool Cabana Bar w/TV & Scenic Deck View
*New* Oceanside,Pool,Walk 2 the beach,No Stairs

*New* Oceanside,Pool,Walk 2 the beach,No Stairs

Corolla NC
The price is NZ$780 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$780
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf condo in Corolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a water park. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Whale Head Bay are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Super clean, modern, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The grounds are very nice, as was the outdoor pool. Love the assigned parking space. Really is a 10 Min walk to the beach! A added plus was the public parking near beach entry, very convenient. We arrived early and had a bit of a pause ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

*New* Oceanside,Pool,Walk 2 the beach,No Stairs
Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub

Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub

Corolla NC
Stay at this holiday home in Corolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Whale Head Bay and Corolla Adventure Golf and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Farther to the beach than described, I believe, unless went in a straight line through back yards. I recommend renting a golf cart. Should clean up some trash behind the house , not a big deal. Fire alarm went off three times for no reason. Now for the good!Pool was great! Plenty of space and the ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

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Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub
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Our guide on where to stay in Whalehead Beach

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A park with a pond, a lighthouse, and a building with a green roof.

Corolla Village

While visiting Corolla Village, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Currituck Beach.

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Ocean Sands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ocean Sands and surrounding area, you can visit Corolla Beach and Corolla Raceway.

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Corolla Light

If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are top sights worth seeing.

A white house with a red roof, a brick chimney, and a nearby lighthouse.

Pine Island

If you're spending some time in Pine Island, Corolla Beach and Currituck Banks are top sights worth seeing.

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Open Photo by Charlie T

Ocean Hill

Though Ocean Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wild Horse Museum and Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

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