Discover FAIRWINDS in Corolla, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental set just 168 yards from a dedicated beach access walkway. This six-bedroom Whalehead beach cottage offers a 30 x 13 private pool, a hot tub, and wraparound decks with ocean, sound, and lighthouse views. Dogs are welcome with a fee, and gathering spaces fill every level of this Outer Banks home.
Overview
Just a short stroll to the beach on a dedicated walkway, Fairwinds offers a lovely and convenient setting for guests to create vacation memories. This traditional beach cottage features fun-filled gathering spaces on all levels and a nice variety of comfortable bedding options, including two kings, two queens, a pyramid bunk, two twin bunks, a trundle, and a sleepsofa across six bedrooms served by four full baths and a half bath. A host of outdoor amenities will provide recreation throughout your stay, and furnished wraparound decks offer sun, shade, ocean and sound vistas, and lighthouse views to create a peaceful setting to unwind and relax. With five parking spaces, free high-speed wireless internet, a highchair for the littlest traveler, and a Friday check-in, this Corolla vacation rental is ready for an easy Outer Banks getaway.
Ground Floor
- Recreation room
- Queen bedroom
- Bedoom with two twin bunks
- Shared full bath
A lively recreation room on the ground level offers a TV, a DVD/Blu-ray player, and seating. Sleeping options include a bedroom with a queen bed, a flatscreen TV, and direct access to the full bathroom that can also be accessed from the recreation room area. The second bedroom is furnished with two twin bunk sets, a favorite with younger guests.
Recreation room doors open to a sparkling private pool and spacious deck with poolside lounging and a bubbling hot tub for relaxing soaks. The pool is scheduled to be open 5/1/2026 to 10/9/2026 and 4/30/2027 to 10/8/2027. Other year-round entertainment options include a volleyball area (bring your own ball) and a basketball hoop (bring your own ball). This space is rounded out with two outdoor showers and a gas and a charcoal grill.
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First Floor
- Media den with sleepsofa
- King with private bath
- Queen bedroom
- Bedroom with pyramid bunk/trundle
- Shared full bath
- Laundry
The first level opens to a centralized media den that offers a seasonal electric fireplace, sofa seating, and an entertainment center filled with a selection of books and games. There is a TV that has streaming capabilities and a DVD/Blu-ray player which has access to the Spectrum TV app, Netflix, and Amazon Prime streaming (must use your own Netflix and Amazon accounts). Den doors open to a covered wraparound deck with a porch swing, a shady spot for morning coffee. Bedding accommodations include a king suite with a flatscreen TV and a private bath that has a dual sink vanity and shower. A family suite consists of two additional bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a pyramid bunk and trundle. Both offer a flatscreen TV and the pyramid bunk bedroom has a Blu-ray player as well. These two bedrooms share close access to a full bath. Laundry facilities are centrally located.
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Second Floor
- Great room
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- King with private bath
A sunny great room on the top level features lofted ceilings, a seasonal electric fireplace, a sectional sofa, armchairs, and a TV with DVD/Blu-ray player and Network TV access. Netflix and Amazon Prime streaming are available (must use your own accounts). A semi-private kitchen has plenty of storage and counter space, a refrigerator with icemaker, glass-top range/stove, microwave, dishwasher, and Keurig (bring own K-cups). The adjoining dining area offers a table, ideal for group meals after a day on the Corolla sand. A half bath is conveniently located on this level. Doors open to an expansive wraparound sun deck furnished to enjoy balmy sea breezes and views of the ocean and of the sun setting over the Currituck Sound in the evening. A king suite completes this floor offering a flatscreen TV and a private bath with a double vanity.
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The Corolla Setting
Corolla sits at the northern end of the Outer Banks, known for wide beaches of finely textured sand and clean rolling surf, quiet neighborhoods, shopping, and historic sites. Nearby attractions include the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, built in 1875, and the Whalehead Club at Currituck Heritage Park. Grocery stores, gift shops, surf shops, coffee shops, and ice cream parlors are found in several local shopping centers, including Monteray Plaza, Tim Buck II, and Corolla Light Town Center. Guided beach tours in search of the wild horses of Corolla, kayak tours, and surfing lessons round out the area's offerings.
Golf: Guests of this home can enjoy discounted golf fees.
Security Camera: This property has a camera installed on the exterior of the front door and the exterior of the second floor back door.
TVs: All TVs are equipped with a Roku streaming device.
2026 Holiday Week Check-In: Our offices will be closed on December 25, 2026 for the Christmas Day holiday. If your 2026 lease check-in date is on Christmas Day please note that we will work to make special arrangements to alter your check-in date.
