Cardiff By The Sea
V12091What’s new
Major renovations for the 2026 season, as well as new ownership! Upgraded kitchen, new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, new furnishings, updated bathrooms, new decking and fresh exterior paint. Check back this Spring for updated photos! New amenities include Starlink WiFi services and an EV Charger. Recent updates for the 2025 season include a new elevator!
Discover the perfect beach getaway at “Cardiff by the Sea,” a charming retreat nestled in the heart of Carova Beach! Located directly on the oceanfront, panoramic ocean views and salty breezes are yours to enjoy throughout your stay. Every detail is designed with your ultimate comfort and relaxation in mind, with luxurious details, both inside and out. The calming coastal decor and modern features can be found throughout the home.
As you enter the great room on the third floor of this inviting home, you’re greeted by an open-concept living space awash in natural light. Picture yourself lounging in the cozy living room with the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop. The fully equipped kitchen boasts modern appliances and ample counter space to inspire your culinary adventures, from a quick breakfast before hitting the beach to preparing a sumptuous dinner with fresh, local ingredients. The adjacent dining area provides the perfect setting for shared meals and memorable conversations. Up a short flight of stairs, the ship’s watch is a great place to play a hand of cards or simply relax and enjoy the ocean view. Make your morning coffee and step out onto the deck to watch the sunrise over the ocean. An outdoor dining table is also available on the deck, perfect for enjoying breakfast outside. Throughout the day, be on the lookout for dolphins swimming by, pelicans flying, and the Corolla Wild Horses roaming.
Each thoughtfully designed bedroom offers a private sanctuary to rest and recharge, featuring comfortable bedding and serene decor that echoes the coast's natural beauty. All of the bedrooms on the top two levels each include a private bathroom, and three offer deck access. The final bedroom and full bathroom are on the ground floor.
The spacious den on the second floor is ideal for relaxing, watching a movie, or reading a book. The rec room on the ground floor offers the opportunity for friendly competition among family members around the pool table. A wet bar with a refrigerator is nearby, so cold beverages are within reach.
Outside, the private pool is waiting for you to make a splash. Upscale pool loungers are available nearby, perfect for an afternoon nap. From the pool area, there is a sand path to the beach. After dark, relax in the hot tub as you gaze up at the stars. With its perfect blend of indoor luxury and outdoor adventure, “Cardiff by the Sea” is the ultimate coastal escape to make family memories on the Outer Banks!
Discover the perfect beach getaway at “Cardiff by the Sea,” a charming retreat nestled in the heart of Carova Beach! Located directly on the oceanfront, panoramic ocean views and salty breezes are yours to enjoy throughout your stay. Every detail is designed with your ultimate comfort and relaxation in mind, with luxurious details, both inside and out. The calming coastal decor and modern features can be found throughout the home.
As you enter the great room on the third floor of this inviting home, you’re greeted by an open-concept living space awash in natural light. Picture yourself lounging in the cozy living room with the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop. The fully equipped kitchen boasts modern appliances and ample counter space to inspire your culinary adventures, from a quick breakfast before hitting the beach to preparing a sumptuous dinner with fresh, local ingredients. The adjacent dining area provides the perfect setting for shared meals and memorable conversations. Up a short flight of stairs, the ship’s watch is a great place to play a hand of cards or simply relax and enjoy the ocean view. Make your morning coffee and step out onto the deck to watch the sunrise over the ocean. An outdoor dining table is also available on the deck, perfect for enjoying breakfast outside. Throughout the day, be on the lookout for dolphins swimming by, pelicans flying, and the Corolla Wild Horses roaming.
Each thoughtfully designed bedroom offers a private sanctuary to rest and recharge, featuring comfortable bedding and serene decor that echoes the coast's natural beauty. All of the bedrooms on the top two levels each include a private bathroom, and three offer deck access. The final bedroom and full bathroom are on the ground floor.
The spacious den on the second floor is ideal for relaxing, watching a movie, or reading a book. The rec room on the ground floor offers the opportunity for friendly competition among family members around the pool table. A wet bar with a refrigerator is nearby, so cold beverages are within reach.
Outside, the private pool is waiting for you to make a splash. Upscale pool loungers are available nearby, perfect for an afternoon nap. From the pool area, there is a sand path to the beach. After dark, relax in the hot tub as you gaze up at the stars. With its perfect blend of indoor luxury and outdoor adventure, “Cardiff by the Sea” is the ultimate coastal escape to make family memories on the Outer Banks!
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Floorplan
View bedsLevel 1
Room 1
2 Bunk Sets
Full Bath
Standing shower
Rec room with pool table; access to gated private pool and hot tub.
Level 2
Ensuite 1
King, Shower/tub combo, Deck access
Ensuite 2
King, Shower/tub combo
Ensuite 3
King, Shower/tub combo, Deck access
Ensuite 4
2 Twins, Shower/tub combo
Half Bath
Den/rec room (QSS) with surround sound.
Level 3
Ensuite 1
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Soaking tub, Deck access
Half Bath
Great room; kitchen; dining area; sunroom; ship's watch with views.
Extras
Elevator, Multiple TVs, fish-cleaning table, two outside showers, gas grill, EV charger.
Location
4x4 Location
4x4 Beach Area
At the northern end of Highway 12, where the pavement ends and the sand begins, the 4x4 beaches are one of the most remote and unspoiled stretches of the Outer Banks — home to wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs and miles of undeveloped coastline.
Community
Carova Beach
Situated on the wonderfully unique 4x4 Beaches, Carova Beach offers vacationing friends and families the opportunity to enjoy time together on the coast without the distractions of a bustling neighborhood environment. A four-wheel drive vehicle is needed to navigate the beaches where Carova Beach rental homes are located. The northern-most community of the 4x4 Beaches, Carova Beach is approximately 8 miles from the beach access ramp and stretches north for about 3 miles to the Virginia border. While there are no roads, restaurants, or shops in Carova Beach, what you will find is a breathtakingly beautiful & vast shoreline, roaming wild horses and a positively ideal vacation environment.
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