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Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach

Holiday home on the beach, with hot tub

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Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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Corolla, NC
  • Place, Corolla Beach
  • Place, Virginia Beach Boardwalk
  • Place, Sandbridge Beach

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About the area

Corolla

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Outer Banks Beaches and within 20 minutes of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features free WiFi, 5 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and charcoal grills. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Corolla holiday home include Estuarine Nature Walk and Wild Horse Museum.
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Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Garden - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Salty Rim - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬27 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.

Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach

1634 Sandfiddler Rd, NC Corolla 27927

SATURDAY CHECK IN - 4X4 BEACH - Approximately 3 miles up the 4x4 beach Hot tub and pool is open May 1st through October 1st.

Welcome to 'Lightly Salted', one of Swan Beach's finest homes perched against oceanfront dunes of the wild and beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina. This home boasts views of blue-green waves, bubbling white surf, and wide, sandy, wheat toned beaches as far as the eye can see. The enchantment begins as soon as your 4x4 vehicle leaves the pavement to drive right on the sand, only a few feet from the roar of the surf.

Panoramic views, state of the art electronics, quality bedding and Sleep Number® beds, delicious drinking water and a well-stocked kitchen are at your disposal. All newly updated roku smart tvs , bring your own passwords to utilize the streaming apps (YouTube tv, Hulu, Netflix, etc). Outdoor picnic seating area with large hot tub and a charcoal grill. The ground floor half bath and second floor mini fridge make poolside entertainment a breeze. Hop out of the pool and walk 50 feet across the dune to the ocean!

The extremely well equipped kitchen has all stainless major appliances, cookware, utensils and small appliances. Brew your morning coffee in the Keurig, Mr Coffee and enjoy it while watching the waves from the screened porch just off the kitchen.

Sleep Number® beds with dual comfort controls are in 4 bedrooms: the third floor master king and three queens. The kid's room with two sets of bunkbeds.

POOL and HOT TUB are typically opened from MAY until end of SEPTEMBER. The pool is not heated.

Spend a luxurious week enjoying the beach, watching the wild horses graze and relaxing to the sound of the pounding surf from the well-appointed accommodations of 'Lightly Salted'.

NEW FOR 2023
• 32" Roku connected Smart TV's With DISH In bedrooms - 65” Roku connected Living Room Tvs

• New second floor A/C unit

• New Living Room sofa & loveseat

• Updated Water filtration system

• New outdoor polywood chairs

INVENTORY for Lightly Salted:

• Stainless steel major appliances

• Hardwood floors for the third level

• Luxury bedding, pillows and bath towels

• Sleep Number® beds

• Reverse osmosis faucet

• Fully stocked kitchen

• Iron and ironing board

• Telephone

• Nest WIFI / Thermostat / Nest Protect smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide detector / Nest Exterior Security Cameras

• Central heat and air

• Dishwasher, microwave

• Samsung Frontload Washer/Dryer

• Outdoor Furniture

• Outdoor Shower

• Charcoal Grill

Always arrive before dark because the beach is more difficult to navigate at night. We recommend lowering your tire pressure to 15-20 psi so bring a tire pressure gauge along. Tires can be re-inflated at any of the area gas stations or the county put in FREE air stations at the Historic Corolla Park, 1100 Club Road, Corolla. The Park is on the sound side of the road. Turn in at the park road, make a right at the stop sign and another quick right into the gravel parking lot. The air up stations will be at the end of the lot. Check area tide charts prior to arrival. Low tide is ideal for beach driving. Follow all posted speed limits (35 mph or 15 mph when within 300 feet of pedestrians or wild horses). Drive on the hard-packed sand near the edge of the water or close to the dunes. Leave the middle of the beach available for parked vehicles. Drivers must be 16 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. ATVs are not permitted. Also, Currituck County does not allow personal motorized watercraft on the ocean. Jet skis and personal motorboats are allowed on the Currituck Sound. The closest boat ramp is located at the Whalehead Club in Corolla. Due to shallow water and grass, this ramp is suitable for small craft only. For more information regarding Currituck County's rules and regulations, please contact the Currituck County Chamber of Commerce.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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

Sunscreens with Avobenzone prohibited, please bring environmentally friendly sunscreens.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach?

Yep, Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach is a short 4-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches.

Does Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach have a pool?

Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach.

Is Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a charcoal grill and highchairs, it's no surprise that Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach?

No, Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach?

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

Lightly Salted OBX, Beach front Luxury, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert G., Clarksburg, Maryland,USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property if you like nature and a little privacy. Family had a great time and we would do it again.Recommend in earnest. Go, get off the blacktop and get your 4x4 some beach exercise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our first time in the Northern Banks / 4WD section of OBX. We are hooked, we’ll definitely be back. We went in the off-season which was quite nice. The property itself is as advertised and very comfortable and spacious, and well appointed. The owner was extremely responsive and a breeze to deal with. I thought it was very good value for the money and appropriately priced. Highly recommend but hopefully YOU don’t book MY Thanksgiving holiday next year! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia E., Sayre

Liked: Cleanliness
House/property was everything we needed. Check in process was very easy, location was perfect. We saw the wild horses every day, which was fantastic! We had no issues, so did not need to contact the owner during our stay, but prior to the stay, owner was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

mark j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good beats my expectations
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Doug V.

Amazing location, fantastic pool and hot tub, house could use some TLC to bring it up to luxury
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional week, everything about our stay was perfect!Hosts were extremely responsive any time we had questions, highly recommend this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location. Owners were great to deal with!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Milena N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location right on the beach

We recently stayed at this house and had a mix of experiences. The location was fantastic—just a short walk to the beach—and we enjoyed seeing horses almost every day, which truly added charm to our stay. However, we did encounter an issue with the water smell, which was less than pleasant (sulfur).Upon our arrival, we noticed a few cleanliness concerns that impacted our overall experience. The living room vents seemed to require some attention, as there was visible mold, and we found some dust throughout the house. Given that the property has a cleaning crew and guests are expected to leave the house in "broom swept condition," we were a bit surprised by this.While we loved the location and the unique aspects of our stay, we believe that addressing the cleanliness and maintenance of the house would enhance the experience for future guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl S.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicol r.

Liked: Cleanliness

50th Birthday

First time here to celebrate my 50th birthday Amazing location on the beach.House and host where amazing seeing the wild horses was a dream come true we will return thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franklin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great OBX vacation!!!

Our family has stayed in Corolla the last few years and taken several day trips to the 4x4 area. This year we decided to book a home in the 4x4 area. It’s an amazing Experience! Phenomenal location! Amazing views! Multiple visits from the wild horses grazing in the yard! Marissa was great, responded quickly and remedied our only issue timely! Wouldn’t hesitate to book with Marissa again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get away

This property and location exceeded our expectations! the views, amenities and the daily horse visits made for a memorable and enjoyable vacation. I have already recommended this home to several people and plan to come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra S., Ashburn, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation Adventure

We stayed at Lightly Salted last week; my family of five [2 adults, 3 kids (11, 5, 1)]and out close friends family of three [2 adults, 1 kid (3)].
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely wonderful!!

The property was 100 percent as advertised. Kitchen was the best stocked we have ever stayed in. Home was spacious and beautiful. Host was responsive and helpful when we were stuck on the beach. Recommended a towing company that was fast, easy, and awesome people. Note: tire pressure is best at 12 to 14 pounds.Would recommend 100 percent!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer vacation.

Everything was very nice. The pool and hottub was very clean and the house was exactly as described. Access to the beach was easy, just load you vehicle up and drive about a minute to your spot. We definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Horse of Course

The house is a bit weather beaten, as to be expected, only a dune separates it from the ocean. Owners did a great job with the beach decorations placed just right. Loved the view from the deck where we saw the horses across the street, in the yard and under the deck. Also seen dolphins jumping thru the waves. Loved the house and the locations. Also, owners were quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation and Adventure

This rental was awesome! We had plenty of room for our group of 10. The rental property met all of our expectations, from the moment we hit the 4 wheel drive beach, to seeing the wild horses daily and catching enough fish while shore fishing to have a great fish fry the last day of our stay. Lightly Salted also had the best stocked kitchen of any VRBO that we have rented. It had everything that we needed! We would DEFINITELY RECOMMEND Lightly Salted as a unique, comfortable and peaceful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness

One the most relaxing vacation

Great place
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oasis on the Shore

Lightly Salted is a great house in a great location that gave us the solitude on the coast we were seeking. The house provided unobstructed views up and down the beach with the roar of the surf loud and clear on the decks. We were looking to avoid large crowds of beach goers, and the beach was mostly ours alone when we ventured out looking for shells and shore birds. The sun rises on the last few days were spectacular! The owners installed a brand new refrigerator with icemaker for the kitchen on the day of arrival. The unit was clean, and we have no complaints with any of the other appliances or furniture. The owners were very responsive and even helped me get our Jeep unstuck from sand during our worst weather day (without us asking)! Overall an outstanding experience, and we look forward to returning for our next Outer Banks vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Wild Horse Dream

Great property, salty air is definitely hard on a home, but the owner has done a nice job of making it feel like home. Decor was lovely and well thought out. I feel that some people who have previously rented the property have not treated it with care. That’s a shame that people don’t take care of someone’s rental home as they would their own. The pool is nice, the hot tub is good but needs a new cover. All in all we were happy. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location!

Our host was accommodative and was always easy to get ahold of. The house was awesome and big enough for our family and friends. We enjoyed the drive on the beach to get there and the amazing views. The pool and hot tub were a must for our kids and they enjoyed it. The horses came up to the house a few times and were usually in sight all week . The only negative thing to say was the sleep number beds were uncomfortable but that’s a personal preference. We had the best time at Lightly Salted and made many good memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the location

Loved the remoteness, beach access, pool. Beautiful views. Perfect weather Horses came for a visit once and stayed around the house for quite a while. Kitchen well stocked Ice maker was broken, but host refunded cost of buying bags Only downside to trip was highway 12 traffic- plan to come and go with consideration to avoid peak travel times. Would be the only reason why would not visit again during the summer season
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennie D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Adventure - not for everyone

Loved the remoteness of the property, the horses, the beach was beautiful, but not prepared for what was required to travel on the beach without a lot of anxiety. Getting to the beach through the sand requires being in pretty good shape and agile. First impression of the house when we arrived was disappointing, but it grew on us. It's a lot of money to rent to not have the basic amenities provided or be in better shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation!

Wow! What a week! This was our first time to OBX, so we wanted it be as perfect as possible! This house was absolutely everything we could have wished for and more. We had plenty of room, the kitchen was fully stocked to meet all of our needs, beds were comfy, pool felt amazing. I have zero complaints! Marissa was so good at getting back with me quickly, even over my silly questions. Watching the sunrise from the top deck was breathtaking & the wild horses visited in the mornings and most evenings. The walk to the beach was very short and beautiful as well. The adventure getting to the house was fun & definitely a memory we won’t forget. If this is your first time driving on a 4X4 beach like it was for us, do not get discouraged, believe me-see it though it’s 100% worth it! We’ll be back to Lightly Salted soon!! Thank you for sharing your house with my family to make a million memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

First OBX trip

This was our families 1st trip to OBX and this house was great. The adventure getting their was an awesome experience. The horses were near the house daily we even got to see some babies. Down sides were the pool lighs did not work, there was no umbrellas for the tables that were on the deck and in the pool area. The cleaning company could do a better job. Making memories was what this trip was about and we were able to do that with the perfect weather we had all week. We got to experience a thunderstorm at the beach as well on the last night of our stay seeing the sky and ocean change quickly was neat to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023