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Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water!

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A wooden deck with a hammock, overlooking a beach with dunes and a clear sky. - Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! (Corolla)
A two-story house with a front porch, a covered staircase, and a fenced yard. - Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! (Corolla)
A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf. - Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! (Corolla)
A covered outdoor deck with wooden benches and a picnic table, overlooking a beach with dunes and buildings in the distance. - Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! (Corolla)
A wooden door leading to a deck with a view of a beach and buildings. - Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! (Corolla)
Escape to the beach at China Swan, a 3-level haven with an expansive wrap-around deck perfect for sunrise and sunset views. Unwind in the hammock or porch swing, and enjoy amenities like WiFi, a coffee maker, blender, outdoor furniture grill plus horseshoe pits in the side yard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water!

  • Just steps from the beach, "China Swan" is a 3-level house with an awesome wrap-around covered deck. The porch is perfect for watching the sunrise and sunset, as well as the local wild horses!

    The house is located 3 miles up the beach from where the paved road ends at Corolla. A 4x4 vehicle is required! Driving conditions on the beach vary hourly depending on traffic, weather and tides.

    Main level includes great room, dining room, family room with satellite TV, kitchen and laundry. Wrap-around covered deck, open sun deck and screened porch. Enjoy the views from the hammock and porch swing.

    Upper level has 3 bedrooms. Flat screen TV in every room. Master bedroom has its own bathroom, and ocean and sound views. One bedroom with two beds. One bedroom with ship's watch...see the sunrise from bed! Upper level also has full bath with whirlpool.

    Game room on the lower level with bunk beds and sleeper sofa doubles as sleeping quarters. Great for the whole family! Lower level has a half bath, with an outdoor shower.

    Enjoy the horseshoe pits in the side yard.

    • WiFi
    • No Smoking
    • Pillows & Blankets
    • Coffee Maker
    • Toaster
    • Blender
    • Dishes, Utensils, & Cookware
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Iron & Ironing Board
    • Telephone
    • TV & DVD Player
    • Central Heat & Air Conditioning
    • Washer & Dryer
    • Outdoor Furniture
    • Outdoor Shower
    • Grill
    • Beach Chairs

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Check-In Day is Saturday. Rental Period Begins on Saturday.
Maximum Occupancy of 8 Includes Children.
$200 Administrative Fee will be refunded the day after Check-Out, on condition that no extraordinary or extreme cleaning is required.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Corolla, this vacation home is on the beach. Wild Horse Museum and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Corolla Raceway and Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger are also worth visiting. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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Map
Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Carova Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Currituck National Wildlife Refuge
    18 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)
    166 min drive

Restaurants

  • Northern Lights Bakery
    25 min drive
  • The Kind Cup
    24 min drive
  • Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill
    24 min drive
  • Salty Rim
    24 min drive
  • NC BBQ
    24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Corolla vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carova Beach and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. Corolla Beach and Currituck Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Ocean Views in Corolla! See the Horses! Covered Deck! 100 Yards to the Water! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

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

China Swan had us swooning

The house and location were perfect for our beach vacation! Wild horses, wide open beaches and the hammock added to the adventure. Hope to make this a yearly trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horse Heaven

This was our 4th summer vacation at China Swan and it did not disappoint. Location is ideal to see the wild horses.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

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

wonderful

The house is beautiful, the deck is wonderful, the views are so lovely. Loved being able to see the horses and the proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Amazing!!

Everything was amazing! The house was neat and clean and the process was easy. Horses were there every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Great place to stay

We loved our stay in this location. The house was roomy and great for our family. The wrap around porch facilitated us being outside no matter which way the wind was blowing. Just a short walk over the dune and we were at the beach. Loved the wild horses in the yard or the area each day. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Great vacation

This was our first time driving on the beach and we loved it. House was nice and everything was clean. Note on the directions you can’t see mile marker 16 ( the state should have two of them up for each direction).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

A great place to get away

A very nice house and a great location if you want to get away from the main bustle. Just be mindful of the tides. There is a house on the beach that can cause access challenges when it is high tide. I would give communication with host more than 5 stars if I could. He was very outstanding both before and during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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

Corolla

As promised, the horses didn’t disappoint. They made daily appearances right to our yard! The sand roads can be difficult to maneuver, especially at high tides. 4WD was a a must! Kitchen is very well stocked with any gadget or utensil you could possibly need. Beds were comfortable and bedding was clean and soft. Overall we had a great time relaxing, playing at the beach and enjoying our family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice and close to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home provides all you need for a wonderful beach week !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

China Swan

My family enjoyed the
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying on the 4x4 beach and it was fantastic! The house was very clean and the owner was very responsive to my messages. The location was perfect - we saw horses everyday in the yard. It was a short walk/drive over the dunes to get to/from the beach. We were there with our 4 kids and DIL and we all had a great week! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Corolla house was awesome

We had a great time! Location was exceptional, house was super comfortable and our host was a great communicator. We LOVED everything about our stay in paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Beautiful week with the horses

We really enjoyed staying in this home. Driving on the beach to get to the house was fun and seeing the horses almost daily was such a treat. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Trip of a lifetime!

This was the perfect location for a beach getaway! The house is footsteps away from the beach and not too far from town. We saw wild horses every day! It was a home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joey W.

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

By far the best vacation I’ve had

Not one thing wrong with the property or the management. I would highly recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

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

Wonderful

Fantastic experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

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

Great Vacation Property

We really appreciated how well equipped this property was for our needs. The local horse herd was present all week, and the beach was not over crowded. A 4-wd vehicle and a tire pressure gauge is necessary for driving on the beach road to the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great apart from a couple concerns regarding housekeeping. There was a dirty sock found in the front living room by the dining room table along with a past renters pair of sweatpants in a dresser upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Harlie W.

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

First OBX Experience

I fully recommend staying at China Swan!! As a first timer to not Corolla not only this property was amazing but so was Stuart! He was so easy to communicate with and always had extremely prompt and helpful responses! The house itself is beautiful and has the best views!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Amazing location and experience

We didn't want to come home. The horses were so close, even sleeping under the house. It's a very short walk or drive to the beach, right next to the access. It's also fun watching the horse tours and other vehicles navigate the water near the property. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Beach house in 4x4 area of Corolla, NC

We rented the house for a week get away in mid October. The house is on the beautiful 4x4 access section of the beach. It is far enough from town to be private but has easy access to town. Everything was very clean and especially well equipped. We loved the wrap around porch and seeing the horses, foxes, shore birds and a bald eagle. It was a wonderful week and we want to come back in the future with our adult kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Amazing Home away from Home

House is as beautiful as it appears. From the moment on entry you know you found a treasure. Everything exceptionally clean, well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels and linens, air conditioner works well. We had daily horses in our front yard munching away. Televisions in all bedrooms and living room with Direct Tv and Netflix (evening time Netflix can be a bit slow to stream due to DSL internet, but you are in a remote location so be patient!) Being a jeep owner absolutely LOVED beach driving and some exploring on the"roads" behind the dunes. Host was very quick to respond to any questions. The hammock on the front porch was heavenly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Great house- loved our stay

This was our first time to Corolla and we couldn’t have picked a better house. The host was very responsive and answered all of our questions. The size of the house was perfect for our group of 6 adults and 2 kids, with plenty of extra space. The screened in portion of the porch was perfect on the rainy days. You can sit on the front porch and see the beach. We loved being able to walk a short distance to the waves. And the horses visited multiple times throughout our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horse Lovers Paradise

If you love to see the wild horses, this is the place to stay. We saw them multiple times a day all around the house. Views of the beach from the porch swing and hammock were great. We had 6 adults and one child under 2 and had more than enough room. The owner was extremely attentive and helpful with any questions or concerns. Thank you Stuart! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022