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Take a dip in the Private Pool at Mermaid Fantasy! Take a dip in the Private Pool at Mermaid Fantasy!The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach. The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach.Begin your ultimate Outer Banks vacation at Mermaid Fantasy. Begin your ultimate Outer Banks vacation at Mermaid Fantasy.Relax in the warm, bubbly Hot Tub after a day at the beach. Relax in the warm, bubbly Hot Tub after a day at the beach.Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV. Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV.Take a dip in the Private Pool on a warm day. Take a dip in the Private Pool on a warm day.Enjoy al fresco dining in the fresh air out on the Screened-In Porch. Enjoy al fresco dining in the fresh air out on the Screened-In Porch.Unwind in the Living Area with cozy furniture, a fireplace, and Flat Screen TV. Unwind in the Living Area with cozy furniture, a fireplace, and Flat Screen TV.Relax outside on the deck with lots of cozy furniture for some al fresco dining. Relax outside on the deck with lots of cozy furniture for some al fresco dining.Villages at Ocean Hill Community Pool Villages at Ocean Hill Community PoolVillages at Ocean Hill Community Playground Villages at Ocean Hill Community PlaygroundThe spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach. The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach.The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal for the whole family. The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal for the whole family.The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach. The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach.Enjoy your favorite beach read out on the Covered Porch. Enjoy your favorite beach read out on the Covered Porch.The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach. The spacious Living Area is ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach.The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal for the whole family. The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal for the whole family.The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal. The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal.The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal for the whole family. The modern Kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal for the whole family.Enjoy dining at the Breakfast Bar in the Kitchen. Enjoy dining at the Breakfast Bar in the Kitchen.The open-concept Top Level has plenty of space to enjoy all the best parts of your vacation. The open-concept Top Level has plenty of space to enjoy all the best parts of your vacation.Enjoy dining at the Breakfast Bar in the Kitchen. Enjoy dining at the Breakfast Bar in the Kitchen.Eat together in the Dining Area with plenty of natural light and high ceilings. Eat together in the Dining Area with plenty of natural light and high ceilings.Enjoy dining together in the Dining Area or at the Breakfast Bar. Enjoy dining together in the Dining Area or at the Breakfast Bar.Eat together in the Dining Area with plenty of natural light and high ceilings. Eat together in the Dining Area with plenty of natural light and high ceilings.Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck! Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck!Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck! Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck!This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day. This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day.This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day. This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day.This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day. This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day.This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day. This top-level King Ensuite Bedroom has plenty of bright, natural light and provides a comfortable retreat at the end of a long day.The Ensuite Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. The Ensuite Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.The Ensuite Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. The Ensuite Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.Step in through the Foyer! Step in through the Foyer!Relax outside on the deck with lots of cozy furniture. Relax outside on the deck with lots of cozy furniture.Get some rest in one of the cozy Bedrooms with Deck Access! Get some rest in one of the cozy Bedrooms with Deck Access!Get some rest in one of the cozy Bedrooms with Deck Access! Get some rest in one of the cozy Bedrooms with Deck Access!Get some rest in one of the cozy Bedrooms with Deck Access! Get some rest in one of the cozy Bedrooms with Deck Access!A Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. A Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light. Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light.Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light. Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light.Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light. Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light.Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light. Relax in the Bedroom with comfortable furniture and plenty of natural light.Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom! Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom!Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom! Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom!Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom! Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom!Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom! Get some rest in this mid-level Bedroom with Deck Access and a Private Bathroom!The Ensuite Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. The Ensuite Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV. Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV.Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV. Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV.Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV. Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV.Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV. Spend some time in the Game Room with a Foosball Table and Flat Screen TV.This gorgeous Ground-Level Bedroom is perfect for relaxing under the sea! This gorgeous Ground-Level Bedroom is perfect for relaxing under the sea!This gorgeous Ground-Level Bedroom is perfect for relaxing under the sea! This gorgeous Ground-Level Bedroom is perfect for relaxing under the sea!This gorgeous Ground-Level Bedroom is perfect for relaxing under the sea! This gorgeous Ground-Level Bedroom is perfect for relaxing under the sea!A Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. A Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.A Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. A Full Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.Step in through the Foyer! Step in through the Foyer!A top-level Half Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. A top-level Half Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable.The conveniently located Laundry keeps clothes clean all week. The conveniently located Laundry keeps clothes clean all week.Begin your ultimate Outer Banks vacation at Mermaid Fantasy. Begin your ultimate Outer Banks vacation at Mermaid Fantasy.Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck! Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck!Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck! Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck!Unwind with your favorite beach read on the Covered Deck with comfortable furniture. Unwind with your favorite beach read on the Covered Deck with comfortable furniture.Unwind with your favorite beach read on the Covered Deck with comfortable furniture. Unwind with your favorite beach read on the Covered Deck with comfortable furniture.Unwind with your favorite beach read on the Covered Deck with comfortable furniture. Unwind with your favorite beach read on the Covered Deck with comfortable furniture.There's plenty of deck space for enjoying the fresh ocean air. There's plenty of deck space for enjoying the fresh ocean air.Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck! Soak up the sun on the Furnished Sun Deck!Take a dip in the Private Pool on a warm day. Take a dip in the Private Pool on a warm day.Relax in the warm, bubbly Hot Tub! Relax in the warm, bubbly Hot Tub!Relax in the warm, bubbly Hot Tub! Relax in the warm, bubbly Hot Tub!Enjoy cool evenings under the stars around the outside fire pit! Enjoy cool evenings under the stars around the outside fire pit!Enjoy cool evenings under the stars around the outside fire pit! Enjoy cool evenings under the stars around the outside fire pit!Cook up some fresh, local seafood on the park-style grill! Cook up some fresh, local seafood on the park-style grill!Cook up some fresh, local seafood on the park-style grill! Cook up some fresh, local seafood on the park-style grill!Villages at Ocean Hill Community Tennis Courts Villages at Ocean Hill Community Tennis CourtsVillages at Ocean Hill Community Boardwalk Villages at Ocean Hill Community BoardwalkDogs welcome at this property! Dogs welcome at this property!Free linens provided all year. Free linens provided all year.Free towels provided all year. Free towels provided all year.Contactless keyless entry provided. Contactless keyless entry provided.Exclusive Kitty Hawk Kites discounts for Seaside Vacations guests. Exclusive Kitty Hawk Kites discounts for Seaside Vacations guests.This home receives a $250 credit towards beach gear from VayKGear! This home receives a $250 credit towards beach gear from VayKGear!

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You Can Trust Seaside Vacations

  • Family owned and operated locally on the Outer Banks for 30+ years
  • We host thousands of happy vacationers each year
  • Local office staffed with friendly and knowledgeable people
  • 24-7 on call support and after-hours emergency service
  • High standard of quality cleaning and pre-arrival inspection

Save! Included Value: Hassle-Free Freebies

  • Free Bed Linens
  • Free Bath Towels
  • Free Keyless Entry
  • Free Wireless Internet
  • Interest-Free Layaway Plan
  • Club Seaside Discounts on OBX Fun
  • Free Beach Gear Included
  • Free Welcome Bag with Starter Supplies

Amenities

Property Attributes:

  • House
  • Dog Friendly 2 Dogs Max

Indoor Amenities:

  • Bed Linens and Bath Towels
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Game Room with Foosball
  • Media Room
  • Fireplace - Gas Log
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

Outdoor Amenities:

  • Hot Tub
  • Private Pool
  • $250 Beach Gear Credit (3/23-10/27 - click link for details)
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Furnished Deck
  • Community Tennis
  • Community Pool
  • Community Fitness Room
  • Community Playground
  • Outdoor Eating Area
  • Community Beach/Ocean Access

Standard Amenities:

  • Keyless Entry / Self Check-in
  • No Smoking
  • Parking
  • Central Heat and Air Conditioning
  • Refrigerator, Oven, Stovetop, Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee Maker, Toaster
  • Dishes, Utensils, Cookware
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Pillows and Blankets
  • TV with Cable, Satellite or Streaming Service
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Welcome Bag with Starter Amenities
  • Club Seaside Discounts on OBX Fun
  • Carbon Monoxide Monitor
  • Smoke Alarm

Description

New to Seaside for 2024!
Bright, Beachy, and Breezy

Bright and beachy decor, easy access to the Atlantic Ocean, and an assortment of amenities await you at Mermaid Fantasy! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Corolla, this 5-bedroom home is situated in the popular Villages at Ocean Hill community. Mermaid Fantasy offers a Friday check-in so you can beat the summer weekend traffic and spend less time sitting in the car! A private neighborhood beach access is just 528-feet from the home (a short 3-minute walk) with parking available. 

On a hot summer day, cool off with a dip in the private swimming pool. Spend your evenings under the stars while you soak in the bubbly poolside hot tub. A fish-cleaning station is available in the carport so you can prep your catch-of-the-day and an outdoor grilling area in the backyard makes it easy for an evening barbecue. (*Additional fee for pool heat in accordance with Seaside Vacations pool service dates. Please request this one week prior to your arrival.)

The lower level of this home features a game room with a flat-screen TV and foosball table, and a dartboard located in the carport. The couch pulls out to a sleeper sofa for extra space. The ground-level also features an ocean-themed bedroom with a cozy King Bed. A full bath completes the level.

The middle level features three of the five bedrooms. Rest easy in a Master King with TV, Deck Access and an Attached Full-sized Bathroom. A Master Queen Bedroom enjoys a TV and Deck Access while the attached Full Bath also has access to the hallway and is shared by the third Bedroom containing a Full/Double Bed.

You’ll discover delightfully decorated rooms throughout the home as the owners haven’t overlooked a single detail in creating its cheerful décor and design. With an abundance of windows on every floor, Mermaid Fantasy boasts a bright and airy interior overflowing with natural sunlight which is evident in the cozy, yet spacious, living area on the upper level. The fully stocked kitchen features stainless steel appliances and plenty of seating for everyone in your party around the island bar. The adjoining dining area features a large coral-themed glass table with seating for 10. Unwind in the Master King Bedroom with TV & attached Full Bath w/ double vanity. You’ll love stepping outside to soak up the salty sea breezes on one of this home’s spacious decks or large screened porch. Ample seating is provided so all of your friends and family can venture outdoors and find a spot to kick off their flip flops and bury their nose in a good book. 

Quiet Beaches - Great Attractions
If you’re searching for an outdoor adventure, visit the nearby Corolla Adventure Park (half a mile to the south), climb the Currituck Beach Lighthouse (just 1.3 miles down the road), or take a wild horse tour along the four-wheel drive area, which is less than half a mile to the north. Nature lovers can embark on a leisurely walk along the Currituck Banks Maritime Forest Trail for beautiful views of the Sunset which begins in a parking area right across the road from Mermaid Fantasy and takes visitors along a wooden boardwalk that gently winds its way through the forest to an overlook at the edge of the scenic Currituck Sound. When it’s time to eat, stop by Pasquale Pizza to enjoy sandwiches, wings, salads, hand-tossed pizza, or a cold drink. With convenient access to the beach, an assortment of amenities, and a prime location in the village of Corolla, Mermaid Fantasy offers everything you need to take your next escape to this barrier island paradise from fantasy to reality.

Property Layout:
Top-Level: Living Room w/ TV; Dining Area; Kitchen with Bar Seating; Half Bath; Master King Bedroom w/ TV & Attached Full Bath w/ Double Vanity; Screened Porch
Mid-Level: Entry & Foyer; Master King Bedroom w/ TV, Deck Access & Attached Full Bath; Master Queen Bedroom w/ TV, Deck Access & Attached Full Bath (bath also exits to hallway); Bedroom with a Double/Full Bed; Covered Deck; Covered Porch; Sun Deck
Ground-Level: Driveway; Carport; Entry; Game Room with TV, Foosball Table & Sofa Bed; King Bedroom; Full Bathroom

Outdoor Amenities: Heated Pool; Hot Tub; Park-style Charcoal Grill; Fish Cleaning Station; Enclosed Outdoor Shower

Villages of Ocean Hill Community Amenities: 2 Pools; Sound Beach; Sports Court (Volleyball, Badminton, Shuffleboard & Four-Square); Sand Volleyball Court; Playground; 2-Mile Paved Bike Lane; Summer Snack Bar.
Click here to learn more. 

*Please note:  Use of Villages of Ocean Hill Racquet Courts (tennis courts & pickleball courts) require a reservation, court rental fee, and cash deposit at the time of reservation. Guests who wish to use the Fitness Center must pay a key deposit and additional fee. Daily and weekly options are available. Please contact the Villages at Ocean Hill Fitness Center for more information.

Please note: Visitors should park in driveways and community parking. Overnight parking in community parking lots is prohibited. Parking permits are required for use of the oceanfront community parking lots.

*No RVs/trailers are permitted. Boats and trailers are permitted if parked inside a carport. Neither can be parked in the driveway or yard. Please refer to the community website for additional information.

*Pools are subject to availability. For open/close dates and other pool-related information, click here. 

Dog Info: This property allows up to 2 dogs max, with an additional fee per dog. 
For Outer Banks dog-related information including leash laws, traveling tips, beach rules, dog rules by town, dog-friendly OBX destinations, etc., please view our Comprehensive Guide to Vacationing With Fido here.    

Bedrooms

Top Level Master w/ King
  • 1 King
Mid Level Master w/ King
  • 1 King
Mid Level Master w/ Queen
  • 1 Queen
Mid Level Bedroom w/ Double
  • 1 Double
Ground Level Bedroom w/ King
  • 1 King
Rec Room
  • 1 Sleep Sofa

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FAQ

What do all the different locations mean?

There are two (2) roads running north/south on the Outer Banks. The "Beach Road" (NC 12) is a 2-lane road with a speed limit of 35 MPH. The "Bypass" (US 158) is a 5-lane road with speed limits 45-50 MPH. 

 

Please note: The Bypass is incredibly busy during the summer season on the Outer Banks. Seaside Vacations advises our guests to please take safety precautions when traveling on the Bypass. If you must cross the Bypass on foot, please make sure to do so at designated pedestrian crosswalks - never using the center turn lane as a stopping point.

 

Oceanfront - An oceanfront home has no homes or buildable lots located between it and the ocean. The distance between the home and the ocean may vary. 

 

Semi-Oceanfront - Semi-oceanfront homes are located one lot back from the ocean and may or may not require crossing the road. Children always will need assistance to cross any road. The rental may or may not have a home between it and the beach. The distance to the water, beach accesses, and views vary.  

 

Oceanside - These homes are located east of Highway 158. These homes have two or more homes between them and the ocean. These homes may or may not require crossing a road, and may or may not have an ocean view. The distance to the ocean varies. 

 

Soundside - These homes are located west of Highway 158 from Southern Shores to Nags Head and west of Highway 12 from Southern Shores to Corolla. The distance to the sound and views vary. Some homes may not have direct access to the sound (soundside homes in the village of Duck do not have direct access to the sound).  

 

Soundfront - These properties front the sound with no homes or lots in between. The distance to the sound, access to the sound and the view vary. Sunsets can be gorgeous! 

Do you offer any travel insurance? 

We offer travel insurance through Red Sky Travel Insurance. We highly recommend a travel insurance plan, especially since the Outer Banks is so prone to hurricanes. The travel insurance plan is priced affordably and covers a variety of issues that could impact your vacation should unforeseen circumstances occur. As they say on TV, “Life comes at you fast.” Most notably would be a mandatory evacuation due to a hurricane. Here are a few other things covered by travel insurance: sickness, injury or death of you or a family member, business partner, or traveling companion, the insured’s principal residence being made uninhabitable by fire, flood, vandalism, or burglary, involuntary termination of employment, military duty, etc.

 

If you would like to have specific questions answered, please call RedSky Travel Insurance at (866) 889-7409 or visit www.suntrippreserver.com (policy coverage information).

 

Remember, in order to have coverage due to a named hurricane, a travel insurance plan cannot be added after a tropical storm becomes a “named hurricane.” We tell you this because it could be very costly to wait. You would have to contact Red Sky Travel Insurance for specific details.

Do I have to pay any taxes on my rental? 

Unfortunately, the tax man doesn’t take vacations. Obviously, we do not set the tax rates and we only collect the taxes for the county. If your rental home is in Currituck County (Corolla), the tax is 12.75%. If your home is in Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, or Nags Head, the tax is 12.75%.

I don’t see rates for next year. When will these be available?

We publish rates for the following year in spring/summer of the current year. You may reserve the home by paying the first half of the rent or by setting up payments with our Vacation Layaway ProgramIf you don't see rates or availability for a home online yet, give us a call and we can place a hold on the home for you. 

What/where is Club Seaside?

Club Seaside is an exclusive program consisting of complimentary events and discounts on popular Outer Banks activities that are exclusive to Seaside Vacations guests. Click on Club Seaside to obtain more information including schedules, contact information and to make reservations for each activity.

*Some events include a small fee.

Are linens and towels provided? 

Linens and towels are provided for ALL of the homes in our vacation rental home program. 

 

Towel sets are also provided. There are enough towel sets for the number the house sleeps.

 

One bath towel, one hand towel and one washcloth per person is provided. The towels and linens are placed on each bed in the home. One bath mat per bathroom is also provided. (Towels are not freshened daily.) Two potholders, one dish towel, and one dishcloth are provided and are placed on the kitchen counter prior to your arrival.

 

We do offer extra sets of both towels and linens at an additional charge. For prices and to place an order, contact a Vacation Specialist at (866) 884-0267.

 

Please Note: Beds are not made prior to your arrival. Linens are provided for them and are placed on their respective beds. 

Does my property have internet access and how is the WiFi? 

Most of our properties do offer internet access. Please check your property's website description to determine what type of internet service (if any) is available. If your home doesn’t provide this service, there are many free WiFi hotspots all over the Outer Banks. 

 

Wifi is normally very good, however, being in a remote area there are occasional unexpected outages. In those events, we will do everything in our power to get service restored as quickly as possible, but we would recommend bringing a hotspot as a backup plan if wifi is a necessity for your family.

 

Below is the lowest broadband speed for Dare County's internet providers:

 

Spectrum: 50MB
Century Link: 10MB

What are your policies on bringing a pet? 

Most dog friendly homes allow two (2) mature, house-trained dogs (75-pound limit). Dogs are not allowed in any rental home unless otherwise indicated. Cats and other animals are not permitted. A $160 fee (plus tax) per dog per week is added to the rental amount. Dogs (and any other animal) are not allowed in pools, hot tubs or spas. Tenants are responsible for any damage incurred by their dog, as this type of damage is not covered under our Security Deposit Waiver Fee. Owners of dogs at non-dog homes will be subject to a $200 unauthorized pet fee and may be evicted without a refund. 

Please be aware that all of our beaches have leash laws.

Our vacation home has a pool. Can we have the pool heated? 

Pool heat is available with some of our homes typically between April-June and September-October. There is an additional charge for pool heat and this charge varies by home.

 

Please remember that most pool heaters will only heat the water 5 to 8 degrees above the outside air temperatures. For example, if the air temperature is only 60 degrees, the pool water will likely be no warmer than 68 degrees. Pool heat does not give a “hot tub” effect, it merely prolongs the pool swimming season.

What time is check-in? 

Please know that we want to get all of our guests into their vacation home as soon as we can. Our check-in time begins at 5:00 p.m., as the houses become available and are released by Housekeeping and Maintenance. We will be happy to check you in as soon as the cleaners/inspectors give us the "OK." Again, please know that our goal is to get you on your way, enjoying your vacation, as soon as we can.

I have keyless entry. Do I still have to come to the office?

Our keyless entry service allows you to go straight to the home on check-in day, any time after 5:00 p.m.! In addition, when checking out, you may head straight home (skipping our office).

Do you offer early check-in? 

We do offer early check-in for homes with 1-5 bedrooms, but we do have a limited number available each week. Please call us and request an early check-in at least one week in advance. The cost for early check-in is $125, plus tax. Early check-in is at 2:00 p.m. Unfortunately, we cannot offer this service on homes with 6 or more bedrooms.  

What are your check-out cleaning requirements?

Check-out is at 9:00 a.m. on the day of departure. Cleaning crews arrive at the home at 9:00 a.m.; your prompt departure is appreciated. 

All keys are to be returned to our office upon departure. (Keyless entry guests do not have to stop by the office to check out).

Please leave the home tidy by completing the following items:

  • Remove only the fitted/flat sheets from all beds and leave them piled at the foot of the bed
  • Clean out the refrigerator and leave the refrigerator/freezer settings on medium
  • Place all trash in the cans provided or in a nearby dumpster. Move trash cans/recycle bins to the edge of the street the night before you leave. Make sure all trash is placed INSIDE of the cans, or the trash will not be picked up (Pick-up is done prior to dawn.)
  • Please wash and put away all dishes or place them in the dishwasher and begin the cleaning cycle
  • Turn the thermostats to 75 degrees (summer) and 55 degrees (winter)
  • Please turn off all inside and outside lights
  • Leave grills, furniture, and accessories as you found them
  • Remove toys/trash from the pool area
  • Make sure the hot tub cover is secure
  • Make sure the propane tank has been shut off for all gas grills
  • If you have rented a pet-friendly home, please be sure you have cleaned up any pet waste from the premises
  • Please clean any and all grills using the grill brush provided
  • If any member of your party has smoked outside, please be sure all cigarette butts have been picked up from the grounds
  • Check closets, drawers and under beds for personal items
  • If you logged into a smart device or streaming program with your personal login information, be sure to log out
  • Please make sure you close and secure all windows and doors and also have someone check the security of all doors and windows from outside the home.

Can you drive on the beach in the Outer Banks? 

Beach driving is allowed on several places in the Outer Banks but permissions vary by town. Driving is allowed year-round in Corolla/4x4 Carova Beach Area north of the paved road but only allowed south of that point between October 1 and April 30 and parking permits are required in-season. Driving is allowed on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore at designated access ramps and with a permit only. Driving in Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head is permitted with a permit between October 1 and April 30 at designated access points. All 4x4 access areas are subject to change due to nesting wildlife or impending weather conditions at each town's discretion.

Which Outer Banks beaches allow bonfires?

Gathering around a beach bonfire is the perfect way to spend your evening. On the Outer Banks, bonfires are allowed on the beach in Nags Head, on Hatteras island and on Ocracoke Island under certain conditions and with a permit. Bonfires are prohibited on the beaches of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk and Kill Devil Hills. Learn more about having bonfires on the OBX.

What are the Outer Banks wild horses?

The Outer Banks Wild Horses (also known as the Corolla Wild Mustangs or Banker Mustangs) are a herd of wild horses who live in Northern Corolla and are descendants of horses brought to the "New World" by Spanish explorers. Banker Mustangs can be spotted roaming the beach, playing in the waves, and grazing on native vegetation. These mustangs, although docile in nature and beautiful to watch from afar, are still wild and should never be approached, touched or fed. The herd is managed and protected by the Corolla Wild Horse Fund. Learn more about the OBX Wild Horses.

What is the trash collection schedule?

Please click here to find the days of the week that trash collections will take place for each town.

 

Bag all trash and place it in the home's outdoor trash receptacles with the lids tightly closed.

 

Sanitation Cart Placement: To ensure that your trash and recycling cans are emptied, they must be placed out at the edge of the roadway the day before the scheduled collection service. Trash must be inside cans and the lid must be closed. The following cannot be placed into trash cans and will not be picked up: Oil, propane, paint, charcoal, yard waste, construction debris, or hazardous waste. Trash or recycling placed outside of or on top of the cans cannot be collected. Cans must be removed from the edge of the roadway and placed next to a building as soon as possible on the same day of collection. (Please put trash in the black and brown trash cans.)

What is Beach Nourishment?

Beach nourishment is the process of pumping sand onto an eroding shoreline to widen the existing beach. Sources of sand may include a nearby sandbar, a dredged source (such as an inlet or waterway), or an offshore borrow site along the ocean floor. The widened shoreline provides increased defense from coastal storms and beach erosion, protecting property, communities, and infrastructure that are located along the coast.

 

While the Outer Banks coastline is beautiful, it is also very fragile. Storms, high winds and tidal changes all contribute to beach erosion. To restore and preserve our fragile coastline, Dare County and the towns of Duck, Kitty Hawk, Southern Shores, Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head have implemented important beach nourishment projects important that are critical to the future of our communities.

 

We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this causes and are confident you understand the importance and necessity of this project so you can continue to return and enjoy the Outer Banks beaches for many years to come. We hope you will choose to make the best of your vacation should you find your stay impacted by the beach nourishment project.

 

Seaside Vacations cannot predict when or where these jobs will begin or how long they will last. Since we have no control over these situations, no compensation or moves to other properties are possible. 

 

Click here for 2022 Outer Banks Beach Nourishment Plans.

Does Seaside Vacations Provide Soap, Toilet Paper, Dish Soap, Laundry Detergent, Etc.?

For your convenience, linens and towels are provided at your rental home. We provide an amenity starter kit so that you have the basics upon your arrival. Please keep in mind that you may need to replenish during your stay and will need to bring personal items, additional soaps, and paper products.

 

The starter kit includes:

  • Two rolls of toilet paper
  • A roll of paper towel 
  • A kitchen trash can liner 
  • A sponge 
  • A dishwasher detergent packet 

For a list of recommended items to bring with you on your vacation, please view our vacation planning guide here.

How Do I Use My Home's Keyless Entry Lock?

A hassle-free vacation starts with our keyless entry locks!

 

How to Use your home's Keyless Entry Lock

 

Unlock

Enter your keyless entry code followed by the asterisk key (*) or the check mark (√) — whichever icon you see on the bottom left of your keypad.

When the code is accepted the locking mechanism will activate and the lock will open.

 

Lock
To lock, simply press any button on the keypad and the locking mechanism will activate and the lock will then close. Easy peasy!

 

Having trouble with your lock?
Retry the procedure above.

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