New 4BR Home| 4 night stay available for fall| Ocean Views | Pets | 4x4 Beach

Corolla, North Carolina
$625 avg/night
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Bath 3

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The Salty Dog: Fall Weekends Made for Sandy Paws and Sea Air
Welcome to The Salty Dog — a brand new 2025 home nestled in the wild, unspoiled 4x4 section of Carova Beach on the Northern Outer Banks of North Carolina. With four bedrooms, three and a half baths, a private swimming pool, and sweeping ocean views from two levels of wraparound decking, this is the Carova vacation your family has been dreaming of.

A 4-wheel drive vehicle is required to reach The Salty Dog — andthat's exactly what keeps this stretch of beach so special. No traffic, no crowds, just wide open Atlantic shoreline, star-filled skies, and the famous Corolla wild horses that frequently graze nearby. The Salty Dog sits approximately 6.5 miles up the 4x4 beach, as far from the hustle of everyday life as you can get.

**The Home**
Spread across three levels with 2,061 square feet, The Salty Dog sleeps up to 8 guests comfortably. The top floor king suite features an ensuite bath and private deck access — wake up to ocean views and the sound of the surf before heading up to the bright, open great room with incredible Atlantic vistas. The fully stocked kitchen with granite countertops and island seating is ready for multiple chefs, and the screened-in porch just off the kitchen is the perfect spot for morning coffee with the ocean breeze.

On the second level you'll find two queen bedrooms with deck access (one with ensuite bath), plus a fun bunk room with a triple twin set — great for kids. A full laundry room rounds out this level.

**Outside**
The private pool is open mid-May through end of September. Two levels of decking offer incredible Atlantic views, outdoor furniture, a charcoal BBQ grill, outdoor shower, and beach chairs for five. Two beach parking passes are included.

**Pets Welcome**
The Salty Dog welcomes up to two small/medium dogs (restrictions on age, weight, and breed apply). A per-pet fee and refundable security deposit are required. No cats please.

**Short Stays Available**
Three-night minimum stays are available in the spring and late fall — perfect for a quick beach escape that won't break the bank!

Linens and towels provided. No smoking. No graduation groups or events. Parking at the house is free and unlimited.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2061 Sq Ft (192 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Outdoor Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Alyssa P.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2026

    Stayed Jun 21, 2026

    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 an absolutely amazing stay at this beach house! The listing was exactly as described, and honestly, even better in person. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had plenty of space for our family to spread out and relax. The pool was a huge hit after long days at the beach, and being just a few rows back from the ocean gave us the perfect balance of easy beach access and a peaceful setting.One of the coolest parts of the trip was seeing the wild horses right in the yard several times throughout the week. That alone made the experience unforgettable! The views from the house were beautiful, and we loved spending mornings with coffee on the deck and evenings winding down after a day in the sand.The property management made everything easy, and check-in and check-out were seamless. We never had any issues during our stay.We spent our week exploring the 4x4 beaches, collecting sea glass and shells, visiting the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, and enjoying great local seafood. There was always something to do, but we also loved simply relaxing at the house.This was the perfect place for our annual family vacation, and we made so many memories that we'll be talking about for years. We would absolutely recommend this home to anyone looking for a relaxing Outer Banks getaway, and we'd love to come back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • Alyssa P.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2026

    Stayed Jun 21, 2026

    We had the best stay here for our yearly family beach vacation! The house is beautiful and was very clean. Even being three rows back from the beach, the views were amazing. One of our favorite parts was seeing the wild horses come right through the yard a few different times during the week - it was such a cool experience! The pool was perfect for relaxing after the beach. We made so many great memories with our family here, and it's definitely a trip we'll always remember. We'd absolutely stay here again!

  • Dana S.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2026

    Stayed Jun 7, 2026

    Home was nice fresh and clean nice area would definitely stay in that house again

  • Miranda B.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Stunning home! Amazing views! Well equipped!

  • Amy F.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    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 loved this beautiful home. Everything about this stay was perfect from the house, to the location, to all the little special things in the house. The property manager was extremely helpful in answering all our questions. We couldn't have asked for a better vacation. We will definitely be back!

  • Brandon M.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    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 at this beach house, The Salty Dog! The home was exceptionally clean and felt like it was in brand new condition, which made settling in easy and comfortable (which we haven't always experienced in the past at other beach house's). The kitchen was well-equipped with most of what we needed for preparing meals, which came in handy as my brother and sister-in-law cooked up some amazing dishes (I helped a little, too!).The location was ideal—close enough to the beach to hear the waves, yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and secluded. We especially loved the private pool, which we used almost every day. The screened-in section of the deck was our favorite hangout spot—it kept the bugs out and provided the perfect space to relax and enjoy the ocean air.One of the most memorable parts of our trip was seeing wild horses every single day. It added such a unique touch to our time there that you probably cannot experience anywhere else. Overall, this beach house was a perfect balance of comfort, nature, and relaxation. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a quiet Outer Banks escape!

  • Reid F.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Great location, very well taken care of. Will definitely rent again.

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