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Escape to Teaches Retreat, a secluded beach cottage nestled behind the dunes where wild horses roam. Just a short 300-foot walk to the beach, enjoy stunning sunrises and cooling trade winds in this private retreat. Unwind by the fire pit with seating or refresh in an outdoor shower with changing room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101954 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Book NOW! Dog friendly, partial Ocean View, 4x4 Area, Cozy Beach cottage .

  • WANNA GET AWAY? Welcome to Teaches Retreat! Accessible by 4 x 4 only! Our cozy beach cottage set right behind the dunes where the horses roam free. Our 4 bedroom 3 bath home is the perfect getaway for you family vacation. Only a 300 foot walk to the beach! Just 10 miles from the end of the paved road you will find privacy and shade when desired and fun in the sun with our beautiful OBX weather and cooling trade winds. Located in the Currituck National Wildlife Refuge, you won't find the privacy and beauty of the beach like you will here on Carova Beach.

    *** Outdoor Shower with Changing room
    ***Fire pit with seating

    *** Bedroom and Bath linens are provided***

    *** Accessible by four-wheel-drive only***

    *** 2 Parking permits provided with your stay, only required from may day through October **

    A fee of $150 will be charged if the permit is lost or misplaced

    Check out the Corolla visitor website for a complete listing of fun things to do in the outer banks.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,954 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

No steamed seafood in the house. A steamer pot and propane is provided for outside steaming.

Please no dogs on beds or furniture.

At time of departure put dirty dishes in dishwasher and please start.Strip beds of sheets and pillow cases start 1 load.all garbage bagged and put out

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Note from host: $100 fee per dog 2 dog limit ,each dog under 50

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and ecotours nearby. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Currituck National Wildlife Refuge
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Restaurants

  • Mc's bar
    25 min drive
  • North End
    207 min drive
  • farfrumworkin
    13 min drive
  • Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt
    15 min drive
  • Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Book NOW! Dog friendly, partial Ocean View, 4x4 Area, Cozy Beach cottage . pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Book NOW! Dog friendly, partial Ocean View, 4x4 Area, Cozy Beach cottage .?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book NOW! Dog friendly, partial Ocean View, 4x4 Area, Cozy Beach cottage .?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Book NOW! Dog friendly, partial Ocean View, 4x4 Area, Cozy Beach cottage . located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Beaches. False Cape State Park and False Cape Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 97 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely LOVED our stay here. The location was perfectly serene which is exactly what we were hoping for. We awoke every morning to horses in the yard and loved the very short walk to the beach. John was wonderful at providing the insights we needed for traversing the beach for the first time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Relaxing escape with family

We had a great time! Beach was amazing. Location is gorgeous. Home is cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Great location and great proximity to the beach

This is our third year staying at this property and we really enjoyed it. It's so close to the beach which we love. Great house that accommodates our family and another family perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Great time at Carova

Good location. House very comfortable Had all we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

First Visit of 2025

Our second off season stay at this amazing property. It has everything you need to enjoy your time at the Northern Outer Banks.Many wild horse visits as well as some deer this time!The host are great & the property is everything described and more. We will return again & again hopefully going forward.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Christmas 2024

Great property just as listed. Had everything you need. Saw horses and other wildlife so a great Christmas stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

Perfect getaway

Great location, house is just off the beach and just off an access road. The wild horses visit the property frequently. It’s a terrific spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Emma’s 25th Birthday

It was wonderful! Location was perfect! The house is just as described. John was a great host. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly W.

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

Our go to!

This is are 1 and only family trip every year and we wouldn’t stay any where else! The location is perfect! Horses come through the property daily and the house has everything we need! The host is very prompt and helpful! We love it here!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great House!

Great location! Just a few steps from the ocean. The house was clean and well equipped. Everything was in working condition. We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Love this place!!!

Thabk you so much for sharing your home with us for a second year! We already booked for next year with family friends of ours. Your home is always clean and organized. Thank you again for your hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Great Family Getaway

Clean, comfortable accommodations in a beautiful location. We had a great time with our 4 kids relaxing, exploring, and enjoying the beautiful surroundings including horses that visited the yard! The house was well stocked with everything you could need. I was particularly impressed with the kitchen. We cooked most nights and had every tool I could wish for. The hosts were thoughtful and helpful. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Lovely get away

Comfortable and clean home with a well-appointed kitchen, and plenty of towels. But the location was the best amenity. I would stay here again. No questtion. A very short walk to the beach and less than a mile to False Cape State Park. The owner/host proactively contacted me to advise me of high & low tides. It’s much easier to access the house at low tide.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Selene T.

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

Eveything that we wanted and more

The home was very clean and well stocked. We loved the screened porch and proximity to the beach...only steps away. We could hear the waves and see the beautiful dunes and sunrise. My bucket list dream was to see the horses and we had horses in the yard everyday...including a baby. The house itself is very clean, beautifully laid out and had everything we ever needed. John was a great host and responsive to my questions which were few because it was such a simple booking and stay. HIGHLY recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

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

Perfect quaint cabin style that felt like home to me

Excellent location and access to the beach, horses almost every day in the yard. John was wonderful in communicating with me to navigate to his location since my nav system on my iphone would have landed me in the ocean! The dogs LOVED being on the porch looking at the horses, easy on and off to the beach. Just a nice homey feel to this "treasure" cabin. Argh!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Family Vacation

Great location for nice relaxing stay! House was very clean and comfortable. Good outside spots too! We used the screened porch the most to catch the breeze. We saw horses everyday and dolphins in the ocean in the morning and evenings - it was a great treat! One thing I would do for next time would be to make sure to have food for the first night and next morning before arriving to the house after a long day of travel to avoid having to go out on the beach road again the first night we got there. Hope we can visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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

Beautiful Property

I recently stayed at a stunning property that truly exceeded my expectations. The house was beautifully decorated and well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The serene surroundings added to the charm, making it the perfect getaway. This property provided an unforgettable experience. The combination of a beautiful home, excellent amenities, and the wonderful presence of the horses made our stay truly special. Highly recommended! P.s a the horses decided to take a nap to the entrance to the downstairs and in front of the grill. Had to chance them off to cook hamburgers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

CATCH FISH &.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent ! We really enjoyed our stay at teacher retreat. Hope to visit again !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time to teaches retreat. Had a great time once again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

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

Great location

What a great spot to unwind!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

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

Perfect

Excellent! The drive down the beach is overwhelming, but all in all.. great..great time. Communication with the owner was excellent, wild horses roamed, and saw Dolphins from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eliza A.

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

Comfy getaway

Teach's Retreat is a comfortable and homey beach getaway. We truly enjoyed our time there. The kitchen is well stocked with towels, linens, pots, pans, utensils and plates. There is even a spice rack that has a little bit of everything.. The proximity to the beach is a real bonus that allows the early risers to go for a sunrise stroll and return without much hassle. Hope to return some day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

Ejoyed our trip

Host was very responsive when we messaged him about a question and communicated with us beforehand to give us a heads up about new internet in the home and let us know where the new password was. It was evident the host cared about our stay and wanted it to be great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra G.

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

Will book again in the future.

Great location and the house suited our family well.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Amazing home!

This home checks all the boxes for a enjoyable yet affordable beach getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023