OBX State of Mind
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Dogs: No weight limit
Cats: Not Allowed
All pets must be well-behaved and housebroken
Pool Heat Fee (Not Available July/August): $250 Plus Tax/Week
Pool Size: 12x28
Active & retired military members may be eligible. Proper id is required. Contact us prior to completing the lease/making payment to see if you qualify. Applicable to stays of 7+ nights prior to first payment being made. Cannot combine with other offers.
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Home details
Friday, 4:00pm
Office
Friday, 10:00am
Parking for 8
This home no longer has a volleyball set. Updated 5/6/25
Your Dream Oceanfront Getaway at Carova Beach
Welcome to the Ultimate OBX State of Mind!
Experience unparalleled luxury and space at this 8-bedroom oceanfront home for rent in the exclusive 4x4 section of the Outer Banks. With over 7,300 square feet, this expansive retreat offers plenty of room, ensuring your family and friends have all the space they need to relax, spread out, and enjoy every moment of your vacation.
Highlights of Your soon to be Vacation Home:
• Breathtaking Ocean Views: Wake up to stunning sunrises and the soothing sound of waves from multiple ocean-view areas, including a spacious sun deck and an oceanfront gazebo.
• Modern Coastal Design: Enjoy the elegant, modern coastal decor adorned with images of local wildlife, bringing the natural beauty of Carova Beach into every room.
• Ultimate Convenience: Arrive and unwind faster with our exclusive Friday check-in, avoiding the notorious weekend traffic and grocery store rush.
• Pet-Friendly: Bring your furry friends along! Our home welcomes up to two dogs at no additional charge, so your whole family can enjoy the beach together.
Unmatched Amenities:
• Entertainment Galore: Multiple large screen TVs, every bedroom has a TV, a media area with special seating, pool table, poker table, ping pong, foosball, and shuffleboard ensure endless fun for all ages.
• Gourmet Kitchen: Granite countertops, two refrigerators, two stoves, two dishwashers, two microwaves, two toasters, three coffee pots, two tea kettles, a wine fridge, endless pots, pans, and griddles make the statement that the kitchen is well stocked an extreme understatement.
• Snack Station/Kitchenette: Don’t be bothered walking up to the kitchen; you’re on vacation. Our first level has a kitchenette with a refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave so that it doesn’t matter if you are enjoying an amazing movie in the media area, playing eight ball at the pool table, playing cards on the poker table, or playing a cutthroat game of ping pong —snacks and beverages are readily available to you.
• Private Pool and Bar: Splash in the private pool, relax in the hot tub, or enjoy a drink at the poolside bar without ever leaving the property. The Bar has a commercial icemaker, double bar sink, and commercial beverage cooler to ensure that your beverages are readily accessible and appropriately chilled. Whatever your music preference is, our indoor bar speakers and outdoor poolside speakers can pump your favorite tunes through our Bluetooth-connected amplifier.
• Mesh WiFi System: Stay connected with a robust mesh WiFi system capable of supporting multiple streaming devices. It's perfect for checking in with the office or streaming content to our many Roku TVs.
• Beach Parking Passes Included: Beach Parking Passes are required to park on the beach from the last Saturday in April through the first Saturday in October. You do not need a pass to drive on the beach or park at the home. Two 4x4 parking passes are included.
• Wildlife Encounters: Wild horses frequently visit the yard, providing a unique and enchanting experience that others have to pay for on tours. Relax on our upper deck or dune top gazebo and watch the dolphins frolicking in the surf.
• Outdoor Oasis: A fish cleaning station, gas and charcoal grills are perfect for cleaning your recent catch from the ocean or sound, or heating up your seafood boil for the evening. Our numerous outdoor spaces, let you fully embrace the beach lifestyle. Don’t miss the frolicking dolphins in the summer or the Red Drum coastal run in the fall.
Spacious and Comfortable Accommodations:
With six king bedrooms featuring en-suite bathrooms, a two-twin bedroom with a semi-private bath, and a unique loft bedroom with four Duo bunks and a full bathroom, there’s plenty of room for everyone. The top-floor great room offers cozy new sofas, a loft for reading or working, and a newly renovated kitchen with ample counter space and seating for all. We have just replaced and modernized all kitchen and a new dining seating area in our ongoing annual improvement of our home.
Ideal Location:
Located approximately 8 miles up the beach, this home immerses you in the serene beauty of Carova Beach. Enjoy the convenience of driving directly onto the beach with your 4x4 vehicle, making it easy to bring all your beach essentials for a perfect day by the ocean.
Book Your Stay Today! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience the ultimate beach vacation at this large, luxurious 8 Bedroom oceanfront rental home in Carova Beach. Create lasting memories with your loved ones and return home in a true “OBX State of Mind.” Please take time to view the photographs of the property, we look forward to hosting your stay.
Approximately 8.0 miles up the beach.
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Main House layout
Bedroom DefinitionsLevel 1
Half Bath
Recreation room with ping pong, foosball and shuffleboard; service kitchen; media room with pool table and poker table; patio with private pool, hot tub, poolside bar and half bath accessible from the outside only.
Level 2
Master 1
King, Standing shower, Whirlpool tub, Deck access
Master 2
King, Standing shower, Whirlpool tub, Deck access
Master 3
King, Deck access
Master 4
King, Deck access
Master 5
King
Room 1
2 Twins, Semi-private bath, Shower/tub combo
Double laundry; living/gaming room; covered decks.
Level 3
Master 1
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Whirlpool tub, Deck access
Master 2
4 Duo Bunk Sets
Half Bath
Great room; kitchen with double appliances; dining room; loft/office; open decks and screened porch.
Extras
Horseshoes, two outside showers, private pool, poolside bar, indoor/outdoor stereo system.
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The pool bar Kegerator is not available for use.
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Guest recommendations
"The home was absolutely amazing! The house was perfect for our large group! We loved the pool, bar area and beach. The kitchen and living room area were great for us to make large meals and to watch the horses daily! All of us had a wonderful week together!"
We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed our home during your vacation. We consider it a privilege when families choose to stay with us. We enjoy making improvements each year and hope you come back again to stay with us when you decide to visit the OBX.
"Loved the double appliances"
"Very cool layout"
"Beautiful home with lots of bedrooms and bathrooms. The horses were around quite a bit so that was neat! All-in-all a wonderful home and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a house on the 4 X 4 beach :)"
"close to beach and had plenty of beds."
"The kitchen was great! Loved the counters and it was well stocked. The views were spectacular and the king beds were comfortable."
"Third time we have stayed in this home. Our family loves everything about it."
"Absolutely loved loved loved this home. The wild horses visited every day which was amazing. The home was beautiful, spacious, and well stocked. Was very happy there was a dumb waiter to get up heavy suitcases and the commericial ice maker was absolutely perfect. We enjoyed many evenings at the pool bar while kids played in the pool. Fantastic vacation in a fantastic home. Hope to come again."
"Excellent kitchen appliances and stocking (pots/pans, cutlery, etc). Nice theater room. The outdoor bar and pool area very nice and good for groups to center around."
"The ice machine. The home theater. The kitchen having two of every appliance."
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you consider us again when you think of vacationing in the OBX!
"The house had more than was expected. Sand toys, games, beach chairs, puzzles and more. Well equipped. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space"
"I liked the masters with bathrooms. The open kitchen area was nice also. The downstairs was nice with the bar."
"Linens included. Always clean upon arrival. Helpful when called upon for questions or problems. Informative of concerns or updates on the house. Convenient online services."
"Very comfortable beds and amazing view. Large cottage for big families and friends."
"Location is excellent.. hopefully not too much build-up surrounding anytime soon. Love the renovations you’ve been making - kitchen is awesome and like the upgrades including the media room chairs and new flooring and curtains. Hopefully some bathroom remodels next but things take time understandably for sure! Beautiful home. Excellent location. Amazing horses. Awesome gazebo. Thank you for another year of great family time!"
We are so glad that you enjoy your time at our home. We feel honored that you choose to stay with us as often as you do when you are in the OBX. We are glad you love the 4x4 as much as we do. It is a special place!
"Another great week at OBX State of Mind for our family which now totals 17 with a range of ages from 3 to 72. As our grandchildren are past the baby stage, having that whole separate area with the bunks, bedrooms and living area is great for them. Love the addition of the movie seats in the first floor, made the first floor rec room a great place to watch movies. House well stocked and maintained. Plenty of room even when the weather is less than perfect."
We are so glad you and your family enjoy your time at our home. We feel even more privileged by the fact that your family chooses to return to our house each year. Thank you for staying with us.
"Great location and views from the house. Was our second time here and very much enjoyed it again"
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We are continuing to make improvements on our home. We are looking to possibly update the bathrooms in the future.
"Beautiful home with lots of extras that our kids love."
We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed our home! Thank you for choosing to stay with us for your vacation.
"My family had a wonderful time staying at TheState of Mind! What a beautiful spacious home. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. (crockpot, Keurig and regular coffee pot, griddle, waffle maker, blender, lots of pots and pans). We would definitely stay here again. It was very clean and welcoming. Everyone had so much fun downstairs playing pool and other games in the evening. We even had a ping pong competition. The bedrooms were roomy and the beds were very comfortable. The young ones and teenagers loved their own area to hang out and sleep. Having enough room for our children and their families, along with my father all together was a very special treat!"
"Location was great. Good size rooms. Double appliances really helped."
"The place was beautiful! It fit our group perfectly. The place was big enough for our party of 22. The boys loved the bunk room & it was nice we hardly heard them. The renovation The owners started on the house are great. Best part, The horses came everyday on the property, so pretty. Perfect house on the beach for a large group."
We are so glad that your group enjoyed our home during your vacation. We hope you will think of our home again when you think of coming to the 4x4.
"Large well-appointed home on quiet 4x4 beach with wild horses and heated swimming pool. Plus a mermaid bar and game room! Luxury by the sea!"
Thank you so much for staying at our home during your stay at the OBX! We really hope you enjoyed your time in the 4x4 area. We are new owners of OBX State of Mind, having owned it less than 2 years. Each year we are tackling new renovations and putting every bit of revenue back into the house to make the stay better for our guests. We hope to see you again and you can see what else we have done when you decide to come back to the OBX.
"Family trip April 2022 and let me just say EVERYONE was happy and that's all this momma cares about! This home has everything you need plus way more. Very clean and super comfy beds. Already planning our next trip to this lovely home!"
"Everything."
"Been to the home several times. Fits our family very well. All adults get ocean facing rooms and the upstairs bunk room is great for kids. The whole first floor is dedicated to recreation which is great for not so great weather days. Like that the hot tub is now in the pool area. Frees up the second floor deck which is very nice and shady with cool breeze. Like the indoor/outdoor bar area. The blue tooth speaker is a great addition."
Thank you Christina for your review. We are glad that you enjoy staying at our home. We are constantly trying to improve our house for guests to stay at and enjoy. We hope you will continue to think of us when you think of staying in the OBX.
"The home was great and in a great location on the 4x4 beaches. Plenty of space for a large family to spread out and enjoy time in the Outer Banks. The house came with all the amenities you could want, including a great table game room in the garage and a pool table in the basement. There were also a fair amount of board games included with the house. The kitchen was large and had many of the essential cooking/baking/storage supplies. The best part was being able to wake up to the sunrise and see the wild horses walking around just outside the house!"
"Beautiful views, awesome layout. Was plenty of space for our large group of 20+ people. The bar was amazing, the ice maker was a dream come true after vacationing in Carova for many years. The kitchen had every gadget you could need. It was pretty clean too for a rental home. We had a few maintenance issues, but we always do, it's par for the course. We plan to re-book this home again. Everyone was happy. And it's almost like the walls are better insulated that in other homes, nobody was bothered by anyone else."
Jessica, we are so glad that you and your group enjoyed your stay at our home & thank you for your kind review! We have been working hard to make improvements on the house, trying to make it comfortable for everyone. Hopefully you can come back again to see future changes when you decide to visit the OBX again.
"Great house! Had everything you would need! The owner checked on us multiple times. Great party house. Lots of steps but would definitely rent again!"
"We were extremely pleased with this home. We have been coming to the Outer Banks for the past 9 years and this was by far the best equipped home we have been in. It was our first time on the 4 wheel beach and it was an experience. We had some concerns about the social distancing on the beach but were pleasantly surprised that being 7.6 miles up the 4 wheel drive beach that was not a concern. It was like we had our own private beach. We are seriously considering coming back to Mermaid's Reef next year."
"Beautiful home, worked out perfectly or our stay!"
"This home has everything one would need! From the spacious bedrooms to the huge pool area there is room to relax. The game room is an awesome feature not found everywhere. Multiple appliances made mealtime easy. The unique bar area and dune gazebo were fun gathering places. What a great vacation!"
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