Whalehead Beach, NC

Corolla

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Stay near popular Whalehead Beach attractions

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Corolla Beach

9.6/10 (235 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corolla Beach during your trip to Corolla?
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Pet-Friendly Beach Escape with Elevator, Pool Cabana Bar w/TV & Scenic Deck View

Pet-Friendly Beach Escape with Elevator, Pool Cabana Bar w/TV & Scenic Deck View

Corolla NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Whale Head ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"There was no beach view but the place was great. Just like I was told"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

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Pet-Friendly Beach Escape with Elevator, Pool Cabana Bar w/TV & Scenic Deck View
Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub

Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub

Corolla NC
Stay at this vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Whale Head Bay are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Farther to the beach than described, I believe, unless went in a straight line through back yards. I recommend renting a golf cart. Should clean up some trash behind the house , not a big deal. Fire alarm went off three times for no reason. Now for the good!Pool was great! Plenty of space and the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

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Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub
Outer Banks Family-sized Vacation Home 10-minute Walk from the Beach.

Outer Banks Family-sized Vacation Home 10-minute Walk from the Beach.

Corolla NC
Stay at this vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Whale Head Bay are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Beautiful home, very timely response from owner, and great family vacation! Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

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Outer Banks Family-sized Vacation Home 10-minute Walk from the Beach.
Luxury Cottage Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach

Luxury Cottage Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach

Corolla NC
Stay at this vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and a pool table. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Corolla Adventure Golf and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"The outside was not clean, dirty pool toys left in pool, shells w/dirt left, chairs had mold on cushions. Inside, lamp shade with no lamp, broken light cover over bed that could have fallen, two-showers leaked in floor so we had to share showers and lastly NO Elevator for a 3 story house,"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

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Luxury Cottage Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach
1426 - Pelican's Lantern - Spacious Oceanside Corolla Home w/ Private Pool

1426 - Pelican's Lantern - Spacious Oceanside Corolla Home w/ Private Pool

Corolla NC
Stay at this vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Corolla Adventure Golf and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Great location, quiet street, and an easy walk to the beach. The house was clean, comfortable, and exactly what we needed for a family trip. Plenty of space, good layout, and close to everything in Corolla without feeling crowded. A solid, stress‑free stay"

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

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1426 - Pelican's Lantern - Spacious Oceanside Corolla Home w/ Private Pool
Gorgeous Semi-Oceanfront Home in Whalehead

Gorgeous Semi-Oceanfront Home in Whalehead

Corolla NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Whale ...
9/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
"The property needs some TLC! The are pop up nails on the front steps that could cause an injury. The side of the kitchen does not work. There is a chair for around the kitchen table that is missing lag bolts on one of its legs. Also, one of the gas grills outside was left dirty by the previous ..."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

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Gorgeous Semi-Oceanfront Home in Whalehead
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Where to stay in Whalehead Beach

Find the best Whalehead Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Corolla Village

While visiting Corolla Village, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Currituck Beach.

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Ocean Sands

Ocean Sands might not have many top sights, but Corolla Beach and Corolla Raceway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Corolla Light

If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Whalehead and Currituck Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Pine Island

While visiting Pine Island, you might make a stop by sights like Corolla Beach and Currituck Banks.

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Ocean Hill

While Ocean Hill isn't home to many top sights, Wild Horse Museum and Currituck Beach Lighthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

Whalehead Beach, NC

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