Semi-Oceanfront
5 bedrooms
2 K, 1 Q, 2 T, 2 Duo
5 bathrooms
4 Full 1 Half

Amenities

Featured in this Home
Private Pool Details:
Open Dates: 4/27/2025-10/11/2025
Pool Size: 14x36
Wood Fireplace Details:
Available: 1/1-4/27;10/11-12/31
Advance Property Hold Fee Details:
Amount: 50.00
Beach Chairs Details:
Chairs Provided: 5
Military Discount Details:
Amount off: 5%
Active and retired military members
Bed & Bath
  • Bath Towels
  • Bed Linens
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Pillows & Blankets
  • Washer & Dryer
Entertainment
  • Wifi
  • TV & DVD Player
Kitchen
  • Blender
  • Dishes, Utensils, & Cookware
  • Dishwasher
  • Drip Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
Outdoor
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor Shower
Others
  • Advance Property Hold Fee
  • Beach Chairs
  • Central Heat & Air Conditioning
  • Military Discount
  • Telephone
  • Welcome Program
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Home details

Semi-Oceanfront
5 bedrooms

2 K, 1 Q, 2 T, 2 Duo

5 bathrooms

4 Full 1 Half

Check-In
Sunday, 4:00pm
Office
Check-Out
Sunday, 10:00am

Visit Corolla’s Whalehead Beach community to soak up the sunshine at “Tan Lines”! Just one lot back from the beach with nearby access to the sandy shore, this home offers ocean views from the third floor decks and family areas. In addition to easy access to the beach, you and your family will also love the 14x36 private pool, a hot tub, and comfortable accommodations provided by this 5-bedroom OBX getaway home.


When you’re not out exploring the area’s shops and attractions or enjoying the beach and pool, the top floor is where you’ll most likely be spending the majority of your time. With that in mind, the level was designed with an open floor plan to give you enough space to spread out while enjoying each other’s company. The great room is comprised of two seating areas which are easily accessible from the kitchen and dining. The kitchen is spacious and well-equipped for easy meal prep, plus offers a seated bar area for folks to hang out or enjoy breakfast or a snack. A sliding door leads you to the deck for fresh air and salty breezes. The top floor is also home to the first master bedroom with attached bath. The second master is on the mid-level along with the remaining three bedrooms, a hall bath, and den. The first floor consists of laundry and a full bath.


Hit the beach, lounge poolside, and enjoy every moment of your next Outer Banks vacation. Good times and “Tan Lines” await at this semi-oceanfront Corolla retreat!

Main House layout

Bedroom Definitions

Level 1

Full Bath
Standing shower

Entry; laundry.


Level 2

Master 1
Queen, Shower/tub combo

Room 1
King

Room 2
2 Twins

Room 3
2 Duo Bunk Sets

Full Bath
Shower/tub combo

Den.


Level 3

Master 1
King, Standing shower

Half Bath

Great room; kitchen; dining room.


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Guest recommendations

32 guests recommended this home
Michael   ·  Stayed September 2024

"House was perfect for us. Close to beach access and had everything we could need"

Yvonne   ·  Stayed August 2024

"This is our family's favorite house meets lots of criteria. The beach access is soo close that we didn't worry if we forgot something and had to run back to house.The large kitchen is great since we have lots of wanna be chefs in our family. The pool and hot tub are wonderful & kept us entertained during our week with the tropical storm. The extra living area downstairs is great along with sleeping arrangements. Would prefer lamp tables in upstairs master bedroom so we could read before bed but is a minimal issue since we are so tired each night. Thanks Twiddy for your quick response to leaky toilet"

Rachel   ·  Stayed July 2024

"My family enjoyed our time at Tan Lines. The layout provided everyone a space to relax. The second floor den and attached bedroom came in especially useful when caring for my small children. We also loved the views and how close the home is to the beach. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the beach had a lifeguard, which I was not expecting. Overall, great stay."

William   ·  Stayed May 2024

"Close to the beach. Nice kitchen and amenities. The ocean view makes great way to start and end the day."

William   ·  Stayed November 2023

"Nice kitchen and family areas. Short walk to the beach and has great views."

Lawrence   ·  Stayed October 2023

"This is a great house. We take a just-the-two-of-us vacation every year and the houses in OBX are so big and so expensive these days, it's hard to find one. This is perfect. 440 feet (I measured it) from the beach, right at the Sturgeon Beach Access. Good layout, magnificent kitchen, great view from the deck. Just a great beach vacation house for a couple or group. Already booked it for next year."

Carol   ·  Stayed September 2023

"It’s close to the beach The pool and hot tub were great!"

Amy   ·  Stayed July 2023

"Great beach access. Love the large kitchen table and openness of the main floor"

Linda   ·  Stayed July 2023
Erika   ·  Stayed June 2023
Rhiannon   ·  Stayed May 2023

"We loved Tan Lines! The house is a very short walk to the beach (we have three small children and they walked the short distance no problem). The house was big enough for everyone to have their own space or congregate in the tv room/dining room. The hot tubs was nice and clean as was the pool. The sanded volleyball court was a nice bonus. My only suggestion (not a complaint but advice for future renters) is if you like to cook, I would bring your own baking sheets, skillets, and knives. The house has cookware but it has definitely been loved. If we didn’t want to bring our dog next year, we would rent again!"

Kelly   ·  Stayed December 2022

"Good location - proximity to beach."

Marilyn   ·  Stayed October 2022

"Beautiful and relaxing home with easy access to the beach. We liked the openness and the various seating areas and the good-sized kitchen."

Debbie   ·  Stayed September 2022

"We had a great stay at Tan Lines! Perfect place to celebrate my 60th birthday! The house was seconds away from the beach. We had fun in the pool and hot tub as well! The house was well maintained and stocked. I will consider this house again should we plan another family gathering in the OBX!"

Denise   ·  Stayed September 2022

"The home was spacious Very well maintained. The pool area was nice and we liked that it had a nice den as well as the great room. The house was well equipped and beach chairs and pool toys in great shape... Often not the case at the end of the season. This place was a great value for the price"

Mike   ·  Stayed August 2022

"It was a nice house with a great price close to the beach"

Susan   ·  Stayed August 2022

"Ability to see the ocean; comfortable beds"

Mike   ·  Stayed July 2022

"Large area for family gatherings upstairs- bedrooms downstairs for those that get tired earlier. Fantastic beach access. Very well stocked"

Linda   ·  Stayed July 2022

"our home was well maintained and when we had a problem, Twiddy was there to check it out. The home was well stocked with plates, glasses, silverware, etc."

Rita   ·  Stayed June 2022

"This house has great views and very close access to the beach."

Thomas   ·  Stayed June 2022

"Open breezy great views comfortable and excellent accommodations we have stayed there for three years"

Mary   ·  Stayed May 2022

"Good location, however, three bedrooms have to use the same bathroom."

Amanda   ·  Stayed May 2022
Karen   ·  Stayed April 2022
Hillary   ·  Stayed October 2021

"We really enjoyed our time at Tan Lines. The house is extremely comfortable, with fantastic views, and a great pool and hot tub."

Cecile   ·  Stayed July 2021
Eunice   ·  Stayed May 2021

"Location is GREAT. Views from the upstairs was beautiful, every window has an ocean view. However, the yard is in need of attention and a coat of paint around the pool. Looking forward to renting with Twiddy again."

Jessica   ·  Stayed May 2021

"Great home! Had everything we needed! Clean and super on top of an issue as it arises. We arrived to find the knob for the dryer broken and it was fixed within couple hours! Spacious! Only thing I would say need improvement is tv for the bedrooms. I like to fall asleep watching tv lol but a great vacay!!!"

Ashley   ·  Stayed April 2021

"Home was great, so close to the beach access. The kitchen is HUGE but wish it was a little more stocked, definitely bring your own measuring cups/spoons. The upstairs sitting area was a great space for all of us to hang out in the evenings. Wish the third floor balcony connected to the lower levels, but that was a minor inconvenience. The view of the ocean is spectacular! Able to see so much, even with some houses in the way. Love this house, would definitely stay here again!"

Sangeeta   ·  Stayed April 2021

"Really enjoyed our stay at Tan Line. Beautiful, clean house, spacious and close to beach."

Donald   ·  Stayed August 2020

"Great location. Nice pool. Nice kitchen. Could use a couple of TVs in the bedrooms. Very nice house. Reserving again next year."

Kathy   ·  Stayed May 2020

"Loved the third floor and view! Was a nice big house for our family."

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