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

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A spacious living area with a large striped sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, roads, and a beach.
A multi-story beachfront house with balconies, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.
A multi-story building with balconies, a swimming pool, and a hot tub.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Place, Corolla Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Currituck Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Whale Head Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪81 min drive‬

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About the area

Corolla

At this holiday home you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Corolla Beach and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Whale Head Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 9 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a rooftop terrace, a games room and charcoal grills. Added amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Whalehead Beach holiday home, you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Currituck Beach and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars.
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What's nearby

  • Corolla Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Currituck Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Whale Head Bay - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 10 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bernie’s Brother - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nelly's Sand Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bagels - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sooey's BBQ & Rib Shack - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Happiness will abound when your family chooses to stay at the Crabby Mermaid. It is a large and comfortable vacation home that has a private saltwater pool, hot tub and it is only 775 feet from the beach access in the Whalehead Beach neighborhood. [Note: No dogs or other animals are allowed in this home.]

New for 2026: Top level is being renovated with new living room furniture, kitchen appliances and cabinetry; carpeting is being replaced on stairs and landings with LVP flooring.

Beds: 2 King Masters, 4 Queen Masters, 2 Pyramid Bunk Sets (1 Master); 18 Towel Sets provided

TOP LEVEL:
The Great Room encompasses the entire top level with a spacious layout that include the living, dining and kitchen. The living area that has a wraparound sofa and 2 love seats for comfortable viewing of the large flat-screen TV. The dining table seats 10 and the kitchen island has chairs for 8 guests. There is a half bath by the dining area. The large, well-equipped kitchen is stocked cookware and other meal prep items. Nearby, there is a breakfast table that can seat 4 early-risers in the morning. There are views from the top level with wide sun decks that span 3 sides of the house facing east, west and south. The rooftop deck also provides both Atlantic Ocean views and sunset views to the west over the Currituck Sound. [Note: gas fireplace is not available for guest use.]

MID LEVEL:
The entire floor has a total of 5 Master Suites that flank the center hall. There are 3 Queen Masters and a Pyramid Bunk Master which have deck access to either the front or to the back of the house. The King Master Suite does not have deck access. All bedrooms have a flat-screen TV and there are shower/tub combos in their master baths.

GROUND LEVEL:
Three more bedrooms are on this floor include a second King Master Suite and the fourth Queen Master Suite with shower/tub combos in their master baths. The Pyramid Bunk bedroom which shares a full bath with the Lounge area. This Lounge offers more seating and a spot for guests to hang out, either to play the air hockey or enjoy the pool and hot tub outside. A kitchenette with microwave and a full-size refrigerator are available for extra beverages and groceries.

EXTRAS:
The outdoor area offers a beautiful saltwater pool measures 11' x 24' (pool open May to mid-October; pool heat available for an additional fee). There is plenty of outdoor furniture, a large hot tub and two grills: a park-style grill for charcoal and a gas grill. A cabana has a picnic table and an outdoor shower before using the pool or hot tub and an outdoor half bath. In the front driveway, active family members can practice shooting some hoops into the basketball net. Crabby Mermaid is 775 feet from the neighborhood beach access so it is an easy walk for everyone to enjoy both the beach and this beautiful vacation rental home. There is parking for 6-7 vehicles.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Only family groups which include parents, their children and relatives are permitted. High school or college groups are never allowed.
Parties, events or large gatherings that exceed the property's occupancy are not permitted.
Dogs and other animals are not allowed in this home.

Pets

  • No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Crabby Mermaid Oceanside Home in Whalehead Beach
Crabby Mermaid Aug. 1st Week Available 760 Feet to Beach
572068

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?

Yep, Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub is a short 3-minute walk from Corolla Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, body boarding and parasailing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub have a pool?

Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub has a heated pool and a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub.

Is there a private hot tub at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?

No, Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

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

Enjoyed our vacation, great time !

Great location to beach and stores !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Great stay

4 adults and 9 boys had a great time the boys loved the pool kitchen/dining area was nice and roomy
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze, loved the home. The kitchen was well equipped had everything we needed. There was plenty of room for my whole family. The home was clean pool are was clean. Short walk to the beach, we will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and decor were beautiful, plenty of space and easy access to all the decks. The beach was not too far of a walk. The kitchen was very well equipped with pots/pans/utensils. Overall a great pick!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

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

Excellent place to get away and relax

From the booking through the stay, this has been a great experience. The house has everything we needed. The pool and hot tub were so nice. The sun rise and sunsets were amazing from the many decks!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

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

Excellent stay

Love every minute of our time at the crabby mermaid! Minor issue with pool heat but someone was out promptly to fix the issue. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

grace l.

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

Great vacation!

Nice house. Fit all of our needs. Close to the beach and not far from Timbuck II shopping village.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Our whole family fit comfortably. Kitchen and living space is really nice. Short walk to the beach. Property manager was very responsive to a maintenance request. Five stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree H.

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

May Vacation with the family

The home was clean and provided us with rooms for the family to spread out.Having the heated pool was worth the extra money, given that the ocean was a bit cold for the little ones.The home could use some updating.Overall, we were all very happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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

Great family beach house

As advertised the home satisfied all our needs. Property managers responsive to our needs when called. Easy access to beach, quiet neighborhood. Close to restaurants, grocery, and rental places.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Summer Vacation

Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

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

Great Family Vacation

The property is spacious and was able to handle my family of 13 with ease. Short distance to the beach. Had everything we needed. A few minor problems but the management handled them immediately. Would definitely return to the Crabby Mermaid!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

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

Our stay was great. Loved the location.

The house size was great for the number of people we had. We did have an issues with the lower level air conditioning unit, but the rental company was quick to resolve it. We also had some clogged shower drains and they fixed that right away too. Overall it was a great trip and a great place to stay for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K K.

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

Notso Crabby Mermaid

Good location .. open and airy .. overall very high score .. area for improvement - tattered furniture
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debra l.

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

A longtime dream come true.

All the kids and grandkids under one roof for multiple days by the beach. We did it and we did it with little effort. Accommodations and cleanliness were key along with bathrooms for each of the five families and more for the kids. Dream come true.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

I’d give it 4 stars

Overall it went well but we had 2 infants and was not able to access the house earlier than 4. Which was very worrisome in 92 degree heat. Also there were no bikes there or beach chairs. The kitchen was very well furnished but the electric outlets on both sides of the sink and on the island quit working on Friday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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

Perfect Property for Us

The layout of the house was perfect - kitchen and living room area on the top level, bedrooms on levels one and two. Kitchen was amazingly equipped - it had everything! We traveled with six adults and five children between 2 and 6 years of age. Pool was perfect for our needs. We enjoyed lunches at the picnic table by the pool. There was plenty of outdoor deck space. The decor in the house was very tasteful - we enjoyed going on "art hunts" to count mermaids, crabs, etc. We also enjoyed the location of the house - less than 2 miles to the Food Lion and Seafood Market, and only a few blocks to the beach. While we cannot do this trip every year, we will look to rent this house again when we return in 2026. Sincere thanks to the owners who made this property available to rent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

William K.

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

Nice property but needs a few upgrades

House was clean but carpet is old. AC vents on the 3rd floor were dirty and need to be changed. We have family members in HVAC that noticed that. Ocen and stove really need to be replaced. Could not open window in the 2nd floor front window. All this to say we had a good time but we would not rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

cortney b.

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

great overall house and location, a bit in need of updating

The house and location were just as advertised. We were an extended family of 12 and had plenty of room. The kitchen has loads of dishes, cooking utensils and appliances. The furniture in the great room is worn and should probably be replaced. Most of the rooms are carpeted with a shag carpet that does not work well for a beach house. The front porch was covered in cob webs. The gas grill needs a through cleaning. The bottom was lined with at least an inch of ashes along with a partial hot dog. Only 4 of the 6 gas pipes would light, and the igniter does not work. I would rate the overall house with 3.5 starts given the size of the house and the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn J.

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

The property has stairs only when moving from different parts of the home.

Overall we enjoyed out stay
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristen R.

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

Nice House Room for Improvement

The home was nice, however, it was very dusty and spiderwebs were everywhere. The furniture was really old and should be replaced, the carpet is worn out and also should be replaced. Overall, we had a great vacation, but a little TLC to the house would make it a jewel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

margo j.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Some issues that had to be fixed.

Loved location. Our toilet was severly cracked and flooded after 1 use. Took 2 days for a full replacement. Being the hosts, I'm glad it was us and not one of our guests. I'm hoping to receive some compensation for the major inconvenience of not having a working toilet for 2 whole days. Otherwise, lovely property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Awesome house

This house had everything. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you need to cook, bake, chop, blend anything. The house was clean and provided the perfect home for our family of 16. Everyone had their own room and bathroom and we loved the pool and hot tub. Lots of memories made here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Loved it!

Everything was perfect! Beautiful, very well equipped and clean! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Wonderful time

We had a blast. So much room so everyone had their own room and bathroom. The pool was awesome and a nice relaxing time. The beach was totally awesome not crowed at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021