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The Three Authors is one of the largest private oceanfront vacation rental estates in the United States, spanning over 10+ acres in the exclusive 4x4 beaches of Corolla. This rare opportunity includes three oceanfront homes — The Mark Twain, The Hemingway, and The Fitzgerald — offering a combined 46 bedrooms, 42 bathrooms, and accommodations for up to 98 guests. Each home is equipped with private pools, hot tubs, gourmet kitchens, game rooms, multiple gathering spaces, private ocean walkovers, and expansive ocean and sound views. This estate consistently produces over seven figures in annual rental income. With over $1,055,000 booked for the 2025 season, it's a proven performer for weddings, retreats, and luxury vacation rentals. Ownership also includes the rare ability to rent the homes individually or together, maximizing rental flexibility across various guest sizes and events. All three homes sit in X Flood Zones, FEMA’s lowest-risk classification. No flood insurance is required. Crafted with integrity and vision, this estate includes a private on-site water treatment facility ensuring long-term infrastructure stability and independence. The Mark Twain: 18 bedrooms, 14 full baths, 2 half baths, 10,543 sqft. The Hemingway: 14 bedrooms, 13 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, 7,605 sqft. The Fitzgerald: 14 bedrooms, 9 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, 7,143 sqft. With stunning event capacity and unmatched scale, The Three Authors is a once-in-a-generation acquisition for the next visionary owner.

Welcome to Easy Breezy Lemon Squeezy! A stunning 8-bedroom, 8.5-bath semi-oceanfront home in Corolla’s unique 4x4 beaches, where the wild horses roam. Thoughtfully designed for both comfort and performance, this home captures the true Outer Banks vacation lifestyle while delivering exceptional rental income (projected at over $120K for 2026). The open-concept top level welcomes you with ocean views and abundant natural light. The great room features a gas fireplace, a large dining table, and a gourmet kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range with double ovens and two dishwashers. Around three sides of the home is an expansive sun deck with oceanviews. This level also includes two spacious king en suites, each with a deck. Also, a shipwatch office with great ocean views! The mid-level offers four additional en suite bedrooms, all with private deck access and breezy shaded lounging areas. The perfect space to unwind after a day at the beach. The ground level serves as the entertainment hub with a large game room featuring a pool table, wet bar, full refrigerator and a Theater room! Outdoor living shines here with a private pool, relaxing hot tub, outdoor shower, and multiple covered and sun decks for soaking up the coastal atmosphere. The home’s elevator provides access to all three levels. Between the panoramic ocean views, artistic tile details (including a horse mosaic in the foyer), and proximity to the beach access across two undeveloped oceanfront lots, this home stands apart as a proven rental performer and timeless family retreat. Please contact me for more rental information or details!

Rarely does a property offer the perfect trifecta of luxury, privacy, and proven financial performance. Positioned as the southernmost oceanfront estate in the legendary off-road community of Carova Beach, this 2018-built masterpiece sits on a sprawling pie-shaped acre where the wild horses roam free. Bordered by a southern easement for permanent privacy and direct beach access, this home enjoys 127 feet of ocean frontage and a sense of seclusion that is virtually impossible to replicate. Constructed with the coastal environment in mind, the exterior features low-maintenance vinyl shake impression siding and long-lasting PVC trim, ensuring the home remains as pristine as the day it was built. The interior is a masterclass in light and luxury, spanning over 3,023 square feet of living space adorned with engineered hardwood floors, custom tile baths, and abundant natural lighting. The experience begins on the ground level, which serves as an outdoor oasis featuring a large private fiberglass pool, a covered Tiki bar for relaxing after a day in the surf, and dual outside showers. Moving to the mid-level, guests are greeted by a second social hub in the sitting den, complete with a coffee station, wet bar, and wine cooler. This floor houses four spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. Three of these suites offer direct deck access, while the two oceanfront rooms provide spectacular views of the sunrise over the Atlantic. A soak in the mid-level hot tub offers the perfect conclusion to a day on the 4x4 beaches. The top level serves as the crown jewel of the estate, where a dramatic wall of windows and transoms highlights the tremendous, unobstructed ocean views. The great room features soaring vaulted ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and a chef’s kitchen designed for large-scale entertaining. This culinary space is equipped with a massive granite eat-in island, dual stainless steel refrigerators, dual dishwashers, and a separate prep area complete with a commercial-grade icemaker, wet bar, and wine refrigerator. The adjacent screened-in porch and sprawling East deck provide front-row seats to the breaking waves. This level also hosts the fantastic primary owner’s suite, where the bed is perfectly positioned to face a wall of glass overlooking the sea. The suite is rounded out by a walk-in closet and a luxurious dual-vanity bathroom featuring a walk-in tile shower with its own breathtaking ocean view. Beyond the aesthetics, this property is a robust investment located in the coveted X flood zone. It has served as a highly successful vacation rental with impressive income, despite the owners reserving considerable in-season weeks for their own enjoyment. Potential for even higher yields exists for the savvy investor. To provide total peace of mind, a pre-listing home inspection has already been performed and is available for review. With 2026 rental reservations already filling up fast, this meticulously maintained estate is a must-see for anyone seeking the pinnacle of off-road coastal living.

Escape to the 4x4 beaches of Corolla and enjoy wide, uncrowded stretches of sand just minutes from your door. This spacious 7-bedroom, 7.5-bathroom retreat was designed for comfort, convenience, and fun. Every bedroom has its own private bath, including five king suites with upgraded 12” gel memory foam mattresses and two bunk rooms, perfect for kids and guests. The top level a fully equipped kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances, dual dishwashers, a 36” cooktop, and a dining area that flows seamlessly into the great room with fireplace and large TV. Step outside to multiple decks for ocean breezes and stunning ocean views. A loft with a desk and a reading nook offers the ideal spot to work or relax. Mid-level highlights include three king en-suites, a second bunk room, a sitting area, and laundry with 2nd w/d hookup. The ground level is designed for fun with a spacious rec room, pool table, full kitchenette with refrigerator, and a private theater with surround sound—perfect for rainy days or evening movies. Outdoor living is a true highlight: watch the wild horses roam, splash in the pool, lounge in the sun, or unwind in the hot tub under the stars. A charcoal grill and outdoor dining area make it easy to gather for meals after a day at the beach. With a location just a short 4-minute walk to the ocean, this home offers the best of the off-road lifestyle—privacy, adventure, and room for everyone. Whether you’re seeking an off-road retreat, vacation rental investment, or coastal getaway, this property has it all.

Discover your ultimate coastal escape in the secluded 4x4 beaches of Carova, a magical location where the wild horses still run free and the Atlantic is just steps from your door. This exceptional, semi-oceanfront home boasts an impressive 3,500 square feet, offering unparalleled space and luxury with 8 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, all safely situated in the desired X flood zone. Built for entertainment and relaxation, the property features a ground-level haven complete with a large game room featuring a pool table and wet bar, a dedicated laundry area, a spectacular movie theater room with stadium seating for sixteen, and three comfortable bedrooms with two full baths. Outside, a private fiberglass pool and hot tub await, complemented by the rare addition of a concrete driveway and basketball hoop. The mid-level hosts four spacious bedrooms, three with deck access, while the top floor reveals a stunning vaulted-ceiling great room bathed in natural light, centered around a cozy stone-surround gas fireplace. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, equipped with an eat-in island, Corian countertops, a wine fridge, and an Italian-made Verona range oven, all opening onto a deck with refreshing ocean views. Uniquely, the top level also offers access to a small, charming reading loft perfect for quiet moments. The top-level is completed by a luxurious primary suite featuring a private balcony and a dual-vanity bathroom with a soaking tub and separate tile shower. This popular vacation rental has been meticulously maintained, benefiting from extensive recent improvements over the last three years, including new AC-5 rated flooring on all levels, updated HVAC systems (3 exterior units, 2 interior handlers), a new hot tub, new top-level decks/railings, and new appliances. Additional updates include a new water treatment system and all new living room furniture and outdoor furnishings, making this home truly turn-key. Attractively priced for its size and premium location so close to the ocean, this property represents a fantastic investment or a grand personal retreat.

Experience the rare harmony of luxury and untamed nature in this fabulous four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom coastal retreat. Built in 2017 and perched on a prime corner semi-oceanfront lot, this home offers a front-row seat to the remote beauty of Carova Beach, where North Carolina’s famous wild horses still roam the dunes. Spanning just under 2,000 square feet, the home features a thoughtful reverse floor plan designed to "live large" and maximize the breathtaking horizon. The interior is meticulously maintained, finished with elegant engineered wood flooring and sophisticated bullnose corners throughout, blending modern durability with high-end architectural style. To make the transition even more seamless, this home comes fully furnished (with minor owner exclusions), allowing you to begin enjoying the beach life immediately. For added peace of mind, the property has been exceptionally cared for, and a recent pre-listing home inspection has already been performed and is available for review. The journey begins on the mid-level, where three spacious bedrooms serve as private escapes. Each room enjoys direct access to a massive shaded deck, a sanctuary of its own featuring hammocks and porch swings where you can be lulled by the rhythmic sound of breaking waves. Among these is a beautiful en suite with a custom tile shower, while the additional two bedrooms share a well-appointed full bath. As you move toward the top level, you are greeted by a convenient half-bath and laundry area on the landing before emerging into the spectacular great room. This top-floor living space is defined by soaring vaulted ceilings and a dramatic wall of windows and sliders that frame the Atlantic Ocean, flooding the elegant living area with natural light. The heart of the home is the open-concept chef’s kitchen, perfectly equipped for large gatherings with a massive granite eat-in island, premium stainless steel appliances, a wine fridge, and a dedicated ice maker. This level also hosts the primary suite, a luxurious oasis featuring a custom-tiled bathroom and private deck access for watching the sunrise. For those who love the outdoors, the top level offers a choice between a breezy, screened-in porch for shaded dining and an expansive east-side sun deck where you can soak in the sights and sounds of the surf. Being situated on a corner lot, the adventure is just steps away; you can walk or drive your 4x4 vehicle directly over the dune to the shoreline. After a day on the sand, the outdoor amenities provide the ultimate convenience, featuring a private pool, a bubbling hot tub, and a rare outdoor half-bath and shower to keep the sand at bay. While this home is an ideal family legacy property, it is also a proven powerhouse for investors. It has operated as a highly popular vacation rental, consistently producing between $90,000 and $100,000 in advertised gross income while only being rented from mid-May to mid-October. Whether you are seeking a high-performance investment or a secluded beach getaway, this Carova gem offers a lifestyle that is truly one of a kind.

“Du South” delivers the ultimate Corolla 4x4 experience—just steps from Ramp 22 and one lot back from the beach with sweeping ocean views. This stunning 9-bedroom, 9.5-bath semi-oceanfront retreat combines coastal charm with modern updates, offering plenty of space for family, friends, and rental guests. The top floor showcases an open, light-filled great room with ocean views, gas fireplace, and wraparound decking. The spacious kitchen is a showstopper, featuring quartz countertops, a large prep island, bar seating for nine, shaker cabinets, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two dishwashers, wine fridge. The extended island provides ample seating in the kitchen/dining area, allowing plenty of room to accommodate your guests. Two bedrooms on this level each offer deck access, and their own bathrooms. A crow’s nest above seats four with panoramic views. The mid-level features hardwood floors, three king ensuite bedrooms with deck access, and a twin ensuite, each with their own baths and quartz counters. A convenient half bath is located between levels two and three. The ground floor is designed for entertainment, including a large movie theatre with raised seating to provide a great viewing experience for guests, rec room with pool table, full fridge, beverage center, and direct pool access. This level also includes two bunk rooms with built-ins, a king bedroom, and additional full baths. Step outside to your private pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, gas fire pit, and tiki hut.  The expanded pool deck provides more space to enjoy all this home has to offer. Soak in the outdoors while the wild horses roam freely — an experience unique to Corolla’s 4x4 beaches.

Nestled along the pristine 4x4 beaches of Corolla, where wild horses still roam free across rolling dunes, this brand-new, never-lived-in oceanfront home offers an unparalleled blend of luxury, tranquility, and breathtaking natural beauty. Built on a 100-foot-wide beachfront lot, this stunning coastal retreat was designed to maximize sweeping, unobstructed views of the Atlantic, with high-end finishes and impeccable craftsmanship throughout. Constructed with premium materials, the home features durable Mohawk LVP flooring, Trex decking with sleek stainless steel wire railings, and LP Smart siding, ensuring both elegance and longevity. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed layout that seamlessly blends modern sophistication with coastal charm. The first level welcomes you with a bright and airy foyer leading to three ocean-view bedrooms, including a private ensuite. Each bedroom opens onto a spacious oceanfront deck, inviting you to wake up to the soothing sound of waves. A convenient laundry room is also located on this level. Ascending the staircase—accented with board and batten walls and ship-style lighting—you’ll reach the heart of the home, where soaring 10-foot vaulted ceilings and walls of Stergis windows and Anderson sliding doors frame panoramic views of the endless shoreline. The open-concept living area is bathed in natural light, creating an inviting space for relaxation and entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is a masterpiece, boasting top-of-the-line KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, custom 9-foot cabinetry, Quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, a stylish subway tile backsplash, and a custom range hood. A butler’s pantry, complete with a secondary refrigerator and microwave drawer, adds extra storage and convenience. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, offering breathtaking ocean views and an elegantly designed spa-like bath featuring a dual Quartz vanity, a tiled walk-in shower with a water-spot-resistant glass door, and high-end Brizo fixtures. Step outside onto the covered southside deck or the sun-drenched east-facing sundeck to soak in the fresh ocean breeze and take in the mesmerizing sight of waves rolling onto the shore. Designed for outdoor enjoyment, this home features a private in-ground pool, perfect for cooling off after a day at the beach. An area has already been prewired for a hot tub, offering the opportunity to enhance your outdoor oasis. Located in an X flood zone, this home does not require flood insurance, adding to its investment appeal. Whether you envision it as a private coastal sanctuary or a highly lucrative vacation rental—with projected annual rental income exceeding $120K—this home is an exceptional opportunity. With new construction in Corolla taking an average of two years to complete, this fully furnished, professionally decorated home allows you to skip the wait and move in immediately. Experience the rare opportunity to own a brand-new, luxury oceanfront home in one of the most secluded and beautiful areas of the Outer Banks. Schedule your private tour today and make this coastal dream your reality.

Welcome to Splash of Lime! Built in 2022, this high performing 4 bedroom 4 bathroom Carova home offers a fantastic modern beach cottage layout with a bright, open floor plan and 2 king master suites. Inside, the front door opens into the great room followed by the dining area and a well appointed kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and 2 pantry closets with plenty of storage. A short hallway leads to the 1st king master with private bath, a bedroom currently setup with a twin-over-full bunk and separate twin bed, shared full bath and laundry room. Upstairs you’ll find the same bed/bath layout with 1 king master and private bath, large front bedroom with ocean views and a shared full bath. Outside, the house has a spacious covered front deck with sitting area and an ocean view, and a rear deck off the kitchen for sunbathing, morning coffee and sunsets. All outdoor decks and stairs are constructed with Trex decking. Below the house is a hot tub, hammocks, hanging lounger, and picnic table, along with outdoor shower, kayak storage, and plenty of space for games and relaxing below the 12’ elevated ceiling. A beautiful blue heated pool sits on the north side of the home. The house has been lovingly cared for as a full-time, owner-managed rental with revenues of $114k in 2023, $116k in 2024, and over $80k already booked for 2025. Guests love the house also with its close proximity to the beach, 5-star reviews and many return stays. Continued management is available if desired.

Tucked away 8.8 miles up the iconic 4x4 beaches of Carova, where wild horses roam freely and ocean breezes dance through the dunes, Treasured Time is a stunning 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath semi-oceanfront home that offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and coastal adventure. Set on a desirable corner lot with sweeping ocean views, this spacious retreat features a well-designed three-level layout, ample parking for six vehicles, and direct beach access just steps away. Spacious decks provide the ideal perch to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic, while select bedrooms offer private deck access and serene ocean vistas. Inside, the open-concept main living area is flooded with natural light and anchored by a stone-accented gas fireplace—perfect for gathering after a day in the sun. The modern kitchen is a chef’s dream with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, island seating, and a large dining area ideal for entertaining. Downstairs, the fun continues with a fully-equipped game room featuring a pool table, arcade games, kitchenette, and a cozy lounge space. Outside, enjoy your own private oasis with a heated pool, relaxing spa, and plenty of room to soak in the coastal serenity. Recent upgrades elevate the home’s appeal even further, including new Smart TVs, stylish living room furniture, fresh bedding and mattresses, and expanded high-speed internet for streaming, working, or learning remotely. Designed with flexibility in mind, the home features three king suites and multiple bunk setups—perfect for large families or group getaways. Whether you’re seeking a personal retreat or a proven income-producing investment, this home delivers on every front. Located at the end of the paved road in one of the Outer Banks’ most unique and sought-after areas, Treasured Time offers unmatched privacy, modern comfort, and true coastal charm.

Welcome to 2218 Ocean Pearl Rd, a beautifully updated coastal home in the 4WD-access community of Carova Beach. Perfectly positioned on the canalfront, this property is bulkheaded with a private dock, offering easy access for boating, kayaking, and exploring the sound. Just down the street from direct beach access and located in the desirable X flood zone, it combines convenience, peace of mind, and waterfront living. The main house upstairs offers approximately 1,600 sq/ft of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open floor plan with recessed lighting that creates a bright, modern feel. As a bonus, the ground-level game room adds another 294 sq/ft of conditioned living space, complete with a mini-split system, making it the perfect spot for entertainment or guest overflow. Recent renovations ensure comfort and efficiency, including a new fortified roof, new heat pump, new mini split, new appliances, and a new water filter system. Step outside and enjoy the sights of dolphins swimming offshore, pelicans gliding overhead, and the majestic Corolla Wild Horses roaming freely through the dunes—an everyday reminder of Carova’s unique charm. Whether you’re seeking a private getaway or a rental-ready investment, this canalfront retreat offers the best of Outer Banks living with modern updates, spacious design, and timeless natural beauty.

Like-new coastal retreat in the sought-after 4x4 beaches of Carova, NC, where the wild horses roam freely. This 3-bedroom home with 2 full baths and 2 half baths features a private pool, offering the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Ideal as a beach getaway or vacation rental, it provides a peaceful, off-the-grid atmosphere with strong rental appeal. Enjoy wide beaches, natural surroundings, and an unforgettable Outer Banks experience in this truly unique location.