Life is Golden
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Pool Heat Fee (Not Available July/August): No Additional Fee
Pool Size: 14x28
Active and retired military members
Bed & Bath
Entertainment
Kitchen
Outdoor
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Home details
Sunday, 4:00pm
Office
Sunday, 10:00am
Parking for 10
The Private Beach Walkway with Steps has been updated to offer a Private Beach Walkway with No Steps. Updated 8/18/24
"Life is Golden" offers the perfect combination of natural coastal beauty outdoors and the convenience of modern amenities indoors. This Carova Beach oceanfront retreat offers broad ocean views from two levels, a tiki bar, a raised stone hot tub and a theater room with tiered seating.
This home features ten master bedrooms, all with private attached bathrooms. Watch the sunrise over the Atlantic from the dune deck and be on the lookout for wild horses grazing or dolphins playing in the surf - all this is part of the unique ambiance of the 4x4 beaches.
Approximately 7.5 miles up the beach.
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Main House layout
Bedroom DefinitionsLevel 1
Master 1
Oceanside, Queen, Standing shower, Deck access
Master 2
2 Duo Bunk Sets, Shower/tub combo
Cabana Half Bath
Rec room with a pool table, ping pong table, shuffleboard table, and a kitchenette with a sink, dishwasher and refrigerator; theater room with tiered seating; double laundry.
Level 2
Master 1
King, Standing shower with 1 1/2" lip, bench and grab bar, Toilet grab bar, Deck access
Master 2
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Deck access
Master 3
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Deck access
Master 4
King, Standing shower
Master 5
2 Duo Bunk Sets, Shower/tub combo
Master 6
2 Twins, Standing shower, Deck access
Den/sitting room.
Level 3
Master 1
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Whirlpool tub, Deck access
Master 2
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Whirlpool tub, Deck access
Half Bath
Great room; kitchen with breakfast bar, two dishwashers and two refrigerators; dining area; loft.
Extras
Dune deck, elevator, private pool, hot tub, ping pong table, shuffleboard table.
Not Available
The Great Room fireplace is not available for use.
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Guest recommendations
"Big decks on both sides of the house. Use-friendly kitchen. Ability for everyone to sit down and eat together in one large area rather than broken up in various locations. Pool. Outdoor grill and kitchen area. Beach access."
"Loved the proximity to the ocean."
"My family loved the space, game and theater rooms. We especially appreciate the view from the upper deck! What an awesome week we had and this is our fourth time staying at Life is Golden! It's our favorite vacation destination!"
"Everything about the house was perfect!"
"The space, the well stocked kitchen and cabinet space"
"Loved the ice maker, double fridge, freezer and dishwasher! Steps to the beach. Comfy beds!!!"
"Wonderful location where we could observe the wild horses on a daily basis. Ample room that provided many amenities, a well stocked kitchen with double appliances, ample towels, great playroom, and the elevator is a huge convenience for loading and unloading and more importantly elderly family members. Individual bathrooms for each bedroom was a great luxury."
"The view was amazing"
"The pool, beach, the movie room"
"All the amenities. Tons of games, tons of pool stuff and beach chairs."
"Location is absolutely amazing"
"Truly an amazing perfect experience , best we have had in years !"
"Location. House size. House amenities."
"We love this home's proximity to the beach. You can easily see the beach from the upper deck. The home is spacious and kitchen is well appointed. The game room and lower level kitchen are a great asset too."
"Life is Golden was the perfect home for our family and friends this vacation."
"This is our 4th time staying in Life is Golden. We love this house. The location is perfect and the upper deck is our favorite for morning coffee and star gazing at night. The new leather sectional was a great addition. Some of the mattresses could be replaced but other then that. It’s a great home and we hope to call it home again next summer. Twiddy is also a great company and very responsive!"
"Loved the whole set up. Perfect fit for us. Living space was great!"
"This has been our best Outer Banks home yet in our 20 years vacationing there. House is very well appointed: spacious, extremely well-stocked kitchen with double appliances for large groups. Very tasteful decor. Game room and theater were great for the kids (and adults), pool and hot tub were clean, and a nice, new outside grill. Lots of really comfortable beach chairs. We were so sorry to leave and have already put next year on hold for our return. A definite 5+ stars."
"Awesome home perfect location"
"Location and the house is just amazing"
"The house was fully equipped with everything."
"This was the best beach house we have had the pleasure of renting. Our group numbers 16 and we had a fabulous time. There was plenty of comfortable gathering areas inside and outside the house. We especially enjoyed the "bird's nest" as we called the deck on the dune! We always have a crowd in the kitchen cooking and hanging out and there was room for all of us. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking equipment and dishes."
"Top notch with all the amenities. Kitchen was well stocked and oragnized. The ice maker was awesome. Short walk to the beach on a beautiful boardwalk with a gazebo platform. Outdoor furniture on the decks and around the pool was also top notch and plentiful. Beautifully decorated!"
"This was a dream vacation home!! The owners definitely care about their property and it shows in the maintenance of the home and the welcoming atmosphere created within. There are SO many amenities, we felt like royalty. We will definitely return to this beautiful place in the future."
"This home has it all; pool, large pool deck, new large hot tub, game room with mulitple games, movie room, elevator, 10 large bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, large kitchen with 2 stoves 3 ovens and 2 dishwashers, large decks, all overlooking the ocean which you have direct access to via a wooden walkway. It has everything you need, just bring yourselves for a great time!!!"
"Beautiful well appointed home. Also only two Mins from a boat dock where we could use our jet skis. Love the secluded nature of the 4x4 area where our group has stayed on numerous other occasions. Life is Golden is top notch. The home was clean and organized when we arrived. Would stay here again."