Soundside - Rating 4.9 (21)

VOH201 Castle in the Sand


6 bedrooms
Bathroom 4 baths
Half Baths 1 half baths
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Turn Day Arrival Day Saturday

  • Address: 1231 Bluewater Ct.
  • Town: Corolla
  • Type: Home

Amenities 37 Amenities
Featured Amenities
  • Hot Tub Hot Tub Some hot tubs are SEASONAL and are closed January - Mid March and will be listed as so in the description.
  • Dog Friendly Dog Friendly Our pet friendly homes allow up to 2 dogs only (No Cats). Please see description for any restrictions or limits.
  • Rec Room/Game Room Rec Room/Game Room
  • The 100 Collection™ The 100 Collection™ imprint on a property indicates it is part of a collaborative effort to set the gold standard for vacation rentals and must pass specific quality, safety, and cleanliness inspections.
  • Wifi Wifi Coastal Carolina Vacations makes every effort to ensure the internet is working properly. Many services are not equipped for multiple streaming devices or business purposes. Service interruptions may occur that need to be handled by outside vendors.
  • Community Pool (Memorial Day - Labor Day) Community pools are Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Dates and times may vary dependent on weather and pool management companies. *See description for further information*
  • Private Pool (4/5/2025 - 10/17/2025) Private Pool (4/5/2025 - 10/17/2025)
  • Private Pool Heated (heat: 4/5/2025 - 5/30/25 and 8/30/25 - 10/17/2025 ) Pools heated to 78-80 degrees available Mid-April through Memorial Day and Mid-September through Mid-October. Outside temps (60 or less), wind speed/direction and other weather conditions will impact optimal performance.
  • Villages of Ocean Hill Community Amenities Access to the Villages of Ocean Hill Community amenities. See description below for details.
Indoor Amenities
  • Rec Room/Game Room
  • Crockpot
  • Fireplace (off-season) Available October through April only.
  • High Chair
  • Jetted Tub Jetted Tub
  • Keurig/K-Cup Style Coffeemaker
  • Pack-n-Play
Outdoor Amenities
  • Fenced Yard
  • Hot Tub
  • Soundside
  • Distance to Beach: 1000+ FT
  • Enclosed Outside Shower
  • Gas Grill
  • Screened Porch
  • Community Pool (Memorial Day - Labor Day) Community pools are Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Dates and times may vary dependent on weather and pool management companies. *See description for further information*
  • Private Pool (Easter through Mid-October)
  • Private Pool Heated (heat: Easter-Mem Day; Labor Day - Mid-Oct) Pools heated to 78-80 degrees available Mid-April through Memorial Day and Mid-September through Mid-October. Outside temps (60 or less), wind speed/direction and other weather conditions will impact optimal performance.
Property Features
  • Standard Kitchen Amenities Kitchens are fully equipped with stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave,refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, blender and a hand mixer.
  • Guest Loyalty Program Guest Loyalty pricing when you have previously stayed with Coastal Carolina Vacations. Call 252.489.4700 for details!
  • No Smoking or Vaping
  • Arrival Day Saturday
  • Hybrid Stay Hybrid Stays allow a partial stay (3-night minimum) to be booked anytime Jan-May and Sept-Dec. Full weeks booked Memorial Day - Labor Day, (Thanksgiving & Christmas) until 30 days prior to arrival.
  • Partial Week/Short Stay
  • Cable TV or Streaming Services
  • Keyless Entry
  • Military Discount
  • Standard Home Amenities All homes have central air & heat, fully stocked kitchen w/coffee maker, bed/bath linens, decks/deck furniture, TVs with at least streaming capability, iron, ironing board.
  • Beds made with Linens & Towels Provided Beds made upon arrival, bath towels & face cloths (one for each person the home accommodates). No beach towels provided.

Description Description
Castle in the Sand: Dog-Friendly home in the Villages of Ocean Hill with a private pool, hot tub, access to the community pools, and easy beach access!

Bed Sizes: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Bunk Bed, 1 Pyramid

Welcome to your dream vacation retreat!  Castle in the Sand is a stunning 6-bedroom home that offers the perfect amount of comfort, making it an ideal getaway for you and your furry friends. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the home's soundside location offers a peaceful location for families any time of the year. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape or an adventure-filled getaway, Castle in the Sand provides the perfect setting for making memories that will last a lifetime.  

The top level of the home offers spacious seating in the family room, which is comfortably set up for watching the big game on the 50" ROKU Smart TV or lounging by the fireplace during the chilly, winter months.  The large dining table provides seating for the whole family, and for those cool spring mornings, breakfast in the screened in porch located just off of the dining room is the perfect way to start your day at the beach.  The large kitchen is fully-stocked and equipped for meals at home while the open floorplan allows for everyone in the group to be together and not have to miss out on any moments.  A spacious top-level master with full private bath offers comfort and privacy all while being steps away from the main living area of the home.

On the mid-level, you will find four of the bedrooms in the home, all set up with Smart TVs.  There are 2-shared bathrooms on the floor with tiled showers with plenty of space for guests.  One side of the house is arranged with a queen bedroom, joined by a shared bathroom and pyramid bunk room, while the other queen is connected with a bunk bed and office set up to allow any work to be done, even while on vacation.  The ground floor is where all of the fun happens!  A full-sized pool table, arcade game programmed with 60 classic arcade games and a mini-fridge offer fun for the whole family, and with the pool deck just being steps away, there is plenty to do, rain or shine. The backyard offers a private setting, with a spacious yard and pool-side seating for all to enjoy while lounging in the pool (pool heat can be added for an additional fee.) or star-gazing in the hot tub.

Community Amenities: Guests of Castle in the Sand have access to the Villages of Ocean Hill Community amenities including:
  • Community Oceanfront and Soundfront pools (In-Season Only)
  • Fitness Center (Fee Required)
  • Basketball, Tennis and Pickleball Courts
  • Sand Volleyball Court
  • Playground

Beach Access: Head to the Villages of Ocean Hill oceanfront pool, located on Sandcastle Drive where you can access both the pool and the beach.  

Advance Year Bookings: Advance Year Bookings: Accepts Bookings within 51 Weeks in Advance 

This home allows the current year's guest the first option to rebook their dates for the future year. Contact our office for details on how to book this home for next year 252-489-4700.


*The entrance to this home is monitored by cameras. Any attempt to dismantle, move, or tamper with the camera devices in any way is a violation of our house rules and additional charges may apply.*

No Smoking/Vaping. Dog Friendly - Dogs allowed for an additional fee.

Community pools are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Dates and times may vary dependent on weather and pool management companies.

Floor Plan Floor Plan

LEVEL 1

Private Pool Area- Private heated pool, Hot Tub, Enclosed Outside Shower, Tiki Bar

Rec Room- Pool Table, Arcade Game, Pool Access, Mini Fridge

Laundry Area

Shared Bathroom

Bedroom 1- Queen, Shared bath

LEVEL 2

Rear Covered Deck

Bedroom 2- Pyramid Bunk, Shared Bath, Deck Access

Full Shared Bath- By BRs 2 and 3

Bedroom 3- Queen, Shared Bath, Deck Access

Bedroom 4- Bunk Bed, Shared Bath, Deck Access

Full Shared Bath- By BRs 4 and 5

Bedroom 5- Double, Shared Bath, Deck Access

LEVEL 3

Sun Deck

Living Area

Dining Area- Seating for 8, Deck Access

Screened Porch

Kitchen Area-Seating for 3

Bedroom 6- King, Private Bath

Half Bath


Location Location

Reviews Rating 4.9 (21) Reviews
Rating 5
The house is amazing and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a vacation rental in Corolla.
William - Posted: 9/22/2024
Rating 5
This House is our Absolute Favorite!!!
Castle in the Sand has it ALL!!! We loved the house! Perfect for kids, parents ,Grandparents , Dogs…. It is in a prime location with so many things to do!!! Plenty of grass for the dogs to get walked! Pool, hot tub, Tiki Bar, community pools, parks, volleyball, pickle ball courts, fitness center, adventure park, the beach close by, shopping so close by, golf, arcades, great places to eat….it really has it all! The house had plenty of rooms, beds and bathrooms…decks, computer hook ups, a Hammock and furniture on decks and a screened in porch!!! Everybody had such a blast and we were even close to where we could drive on the beach and got to see the famous Wild Horses!!! Amazing!!! So much fun! I can’t say enough about this house and its perfect location! I will stay here everytime we come to the OBX!!! If it’s available!!! I’m sure it books up fast every year! We are grateful to the owners for allowing us to stay in “Castle in the Sand”!!! 5 Stars for sure!!!!
Terese A. D from Chesapeake - Stay: 9/14/2024-9/21/2024
Rating 5
The BEST Corolla Vacation Home!
This beach house is perfect for your family to truly enjoy all Corolla has to offer. The house is spacious, clean, plenty of room for big (or small) families, fun for kids, and great if you have pets! The house has a fenced in yard for your furry family members, which is very convenient. The amenities were amazing - our toddler loved being able to walk to the community park right behind the house every morning. Beach access is a short ride across the street, but also walkable. You can also easily get to the lighthouse, Carova beach, shopping and restaurants in just a few minutes. We will definitely be staying here every summer for our family vacation!! Highly recommend!!
Darlene K from Moyock - Stay: 9/14/2024-9/21/2024
Rating 4
Perfect vacation home for a big family. The kids had a lot of fun, they were never bored. We used the pool, game room, basketball court, walked to the lighthouse, went to the shops, there is so much to do in Corolla.
Adriana - Posted: 9/2/2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, Adriana! It’s wonderful to hear that your family had such a great time at the vacation home and enjoyed all the amenities. Corolla truly offers a variety of activities for everyone. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay!
Coastal Carolina Vacations staff
Rating 5
Great family house! Spacious and clean! Community amenities were a plus!
Great family getaway house. The extra bit of a drive up to Corolla was worth it - not crowded for mid-June! Still lots to do in the area. We enjoyed the community amenities! Beach access was very short drive and easy to get to. Note: kitchen was very well stocked with kitchenware, but spice rack, etc was empty. Bring spices from home if you are going to cook. Would highly recommend this house if water view is not essential!
Karen - Posted: 6/20/2024
Rating 5
We had a great stay! The amenities were great and everything was so close by and walkable. Would definitely recommend this for large families ?
Anirudh - Posted: 5/27/2024
Rating 5
Great house with EVERYTHING!
Fantastic house perfect for spring break - it has everything- heated pool, hot tub, game room. We had a blast - less than half a mile to the 4x4 beach access and right next to the Corolla Adventure Park. I bookmarked this one to stay again next year!
Michelle B. - Posted: 4/16/2023
Rating 5
Great location
Was a great location and the amenities were a plus
Christopher V. - Posted: 1/4/2023
Rating 5
Excellent Place to Stay
It was my first trip to the OBX and it was during the off-season. We needed a place that accommodated dogs and were looking for a place to kind of get off the grid for a bit. Well this place had everything. It was extremely spacious with multiple levels, a game room, washer/dryer, grill, pool (off season so it was understandably closed), hot tub, and just a beautiful place in general. We were able to find places to eat nearby that were great, Uncle Ikes and Corolla Cantina to name a few and grocery shopping was also nearby. We wanted to see the wild horses and .... well... they were literally walking around the development 2 of the 4 mornings we spent. While they were rounded up and returned to their safe natural habitat, it was amazing to hear them nearby and see them close. This place would be ideal for a larger multifamily trip. In fact, the people that stayed there before us seemed to have a good time for Thanksgiving based on the recycling left out in front for pick up when we arrived. All in all, I would recommend this place 10 out of 10 times.
Robert M. - Posted: 12/2/2022
Rating 5
Nice house
Nice house for a long weekend stay for a family wedding in town.
Michele P., Aiken, SC - Posted: 10/9/2022
Rating 5
Fantastic Stay
Castle in the sand was the perfect house for our adult only vacation. The kitchen was well stocked and furniture was sturdy. The pool was the perfect size for a few couples. 5 minute drive to the 4x4 beach. Check in was a breeze. Bedrooms were all in great shape and great sizes. Washer and dryer was in excellent working condition.
Hannah K. - Posted: 9/25/2022
Rating 5
Best time ever
There was twelve of us off and on thru the week. Best weather we have ever had during our stay. The house was great, the porches always had a breeze and loved the landscaping and pools area. We had two older dogs that had a hard time with the stairs but other than that everything was great. Kitchen was fully equipped and we did not have to use any of the stuff we always bring just in case. Also like being across from the fitness center, tennis courts and pickleball courts too.
Kristin D. - Posted: 7/13/2022
Rating 5
Great Family Spot
This was a great family spot for our beach vacation. Plenty of room for everyone, full kitchen, pool and hot tub. We had a few maintenance issues when we first arrived but we called customer service and they came out to fix it right away. Very pleased.
Roslyn K. - Posted: 7/13/2022
Rating 5
Castle in the Sand Gorgeous
The house is beautiful and lots of space for everyone!
Sally B. - Posted: 9/12/2021
Rating 5
Fantastic!
Enough space and laid out well so that all 3 families had their own space. Pool was great!
Peter S. - Posted: 9/5/2021
Rating 5
Family Vacation
This house was perfect for my family of 12. The pool and hot tub were great. This home was close to the beach and 4 wheel drive beach also shopping area was close. We has a wonderful vacation.
Joanne D. - Posted: 7/12/2021
Rating 5
Only a few things to say
Water pressure was low for showers. Outside by hot tub is very muddy. Hard area to keep dry I’m sure. But something should be done.
Eric H. - Posted: 6/12/2021
Rating 5
Incredible
The best vacation we could have imagined. Property was fantastic and as advertised. Perfect for all ages. The children loved being able to stretch out in their own rooms. The pool and hot tub were cleaned while we were there, and the technician was friendly and pleasant and made quick work to not intrude. Short, scenic walk to the beach. Everything else could have dreamed in a vacation, we found in the Castle in the Sand. 100% satisfied and would recommend anyone having a first family vacation to look into this property. This will be one of our options for next year. This place will always hold a special spot in our hearts. Thank you for such a great experience.
Colin H. - Posted: 5/19/2021
Rating 5
Very nice area and very laid back.
The overall experience renting this property was easy.
Norma Jean P. - Posted: 9/24/2020
Rating 5
Corolla 2019
Great location and house. Wish we could have stayed longer than a week.
Melissa H., Reading, PA - Posted: 8/2/2019
Melissa, Corolla Classic Vacations would like to thank you for the great review!
Coastal Carolina Vacations staff
Rating 5
OBX 2019 Vacation
Awesome house and great location- house was clean, comfortable and very well equipped. Hot tub & pool were very enjoyable. Access to Ocean Hills beach very convenient to either walk or drive . My grandchildren especially enjoyed the pool by the fitnesses center & turtle pond - large shallow area for the little ones! We were also within walking distance to Old Corolla Village, Lighthouse and the wild horse area. Lots to do and see. I highly recommend this house & location.
Marilyn B. - Posted: 6/19/2019
Marilyn, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. Corolla Classic Vacations is pleased to know that you and your family enjoyed our home and the amenities we offer. We hope to have you back for another memorable stay.
Coastal Carolina Vacations staff
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