Title: A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=180789&destination=Corolla%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=72510609&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly ## Photo gallery for A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly ![Exterior - A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly (Corolla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72520000/72510700/72510609/0a0151e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly (Corolla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72520000/72510700/72510609/07e66bc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly (Corolla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72520000/72510700/72510609/d4510d03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly (Corolla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72520000/72510700/72510609/769ac8ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly (Corolla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72520000/72510700/72510609/646d7d29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Ocean Sands in Corolla, where this exquisite home offers a private 12x25 saltwater heated pool and a spacious concrete deck perfect for sunbathing. The top floor features a living room with gas fireplace and home theater system, while the recreation room has a wet bar with microwave and full refrigerator. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Ruff Life: Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, 500 ft. to the Beach, Dog-friendly You aren't going to have A Ruff Life when you stay at this exquisite home that offers all the bells and whistles you could want for a fabulous vacation in the OBX. Located in the very desired community of Ocean Sands in Corolla and only 500 feet away from the beautiful beaches in Corolla. Relax in your own private saltwater 12x25 heated pool with a spacious concrete pool deck and a 7-person hot tub. The recreation room with a pool table, home theater system and a wet bar with sink, microwave, full refrigerator with dual icemakers is located on the ground floor and overlooks the pool area. The top floor features a spacious living room with gas fireplace and a home theater system and designated dining area and kitchen with center island. Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, refrigerator with dual icemakers and granite countertops is perfect for family cooking and gatherings. The master suite with full bathroom, dual vanities, full custom tile shower and walk-in closet is conveniently located on the top floor next to the elevator. Three bedrooms are master suites with private bathrooms. All baths have tile floors. Quick access to the ocean is available via public beach accesses. Ocean Sands "O" subdivision amenities include a community pool and a tennis court. There is so much to see and enjoy while you are visiting the Outer Banks from Corolla to Ocracoke, so take time and enjoy all that the OBX has to offer. Pets allowed - dogs only (2 maximum). No smoking/vaping. Please refer to the Rental Agreement while reviewing Rules & Policies for pool opening/closing dates and pool heat information, including details regarding the optional pool heat fee. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 private bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33972800/33972709/5ca43b67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crazy4Shore: Dog-friendly, Large Private Pool, Hot Tub, 1500 Ft to Beach Access Whalehead Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=33972709&PinnedHotelID=33972709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119294200/119294184/f8918d6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean side 7 min Pool Heat walk2beach,6BR,Pool,HotTub,Foosball Pet Friendly Corolla - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=119294184&PinnedHotelID=119294184&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119960000/119955600/119955535/ff122c58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Listing! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2168 ## About the neighborhood Located in Ocean Sands, a neighborhood in Corolla, this vacation home is near a water park and near the beach. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Corolla Raceway and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Nor'Banks Sailing and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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