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The Sound and the Sea

E262
Oceanfront
9 bedrooms
6 K, 1 Q, 3 BS, 1 Duo
12 bathrooms
9 Full 3 Half

Amenities

Featured in this Home
Beach Cabana Plus Details:
Dates: May 26 - Sept 6
2 umbrellas and 6 beach chairs
Gas Fireplace Details:
Available: 1/1-4/27; 10/11-12/31
Private Pool Details:
Open Dates: 4/27/2025-10/11/2025
Pool Heat Fee (Not Available July/August): $500 Plus Tax/Week
Pool Size: 15x33
Advance Property Hold Fee Details:
Amount: 50.00
Beach Chairs Details:
Chairs Provided: 5
Bed & Bath
  • Bath Towels
  • Bed Linens
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Pillows & Blankets
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Whirlpool Tub
Entertainment
  • Pool Table
  • Theater Room
  • Wifi
  • TV & DVD Player
Kitchen
  • Blender
  • Dishes, Utensils, & Cookware
  • Dishwasher
  • Drip Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Pod Coffee Maker
    New for the 2025 season
  • Toaster
Outdoor
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Gas Grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Private Beach Walkway with Steps
Others
  • Advance Property Hold Fee
  • Beach Chairs
  • Central Heat & Air Conditioning
  • K Club Golf
  • Municipal Water
  • Telephone
  • Welcome Program
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Home details

Oceanfront
9 bedrooms

6 K, 1 Q, 3 BS, 1 Duo

12 bathrooms

9 Full 3 Half

Check-In
Sunday, 4:00pm
Office
Check-Out
Sunday, 10:00am
Parking
Parking for 7
Updates for 2025 include replacing the flooring on the stairs and painting the stairwells. Also updating the game room with a new pool table and arcade game! Recent updates include a new high-end kitchen and appliances, new Master Bathroom, Great Room Fireplace makeover with shiplap and custom side cabinets with open shelving above, and an elevator makeover! Also include fresh interior and exterior paint, updated lighting, new pool and deck furniture, new furniture in many rooms, and new artwork!
This home accepts future year reservations more than 51 weeks in advance. Current year guests are not offered first right of refusal. Please contact our office for details, (866) 457-1190.

Enjoy the cozy comfort of "The Sound and the Sea" while enjoying gorgeous panoramic views of the ocean and sound. Soak in the sunshine by the private pool, or relax in the hot tub after a day at the beach. Hang out in the rec room with pool table and shuffleboard or screen the latest movies in the theatre room. Take in stunning sunrises over the ocean and splendid sunsets over the sound from the plentiful decking.

Main House layout

Bedroom Definitions

Level 1

Master 1
King, Shower/tub combo

Master 2
Queen, Shower/tub combo

Master 3
2 Bunk Sets, Shower/tub combo

Master 4
Duo Bunk Set, Bunk Set, Shower/tub combo

Cabana Half Bath

Rec room with pool table, shuffleboard, and bar area with refrigerator, dishwasher, mircrowave; double laundry.


Level 2

Master 1
King, Standing shower, Deck access

Master 2
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Deck access

Master 3
King, Standing shower, Deck access

Master 4
Oceanside, King, Standing shower, Deck access

Half Bath

Theatre room with stadium seating and surround sound.


Level 3

Master 1
Oceanside, King, Walk-in shower, Whirlpool tub, Deck access

Half Bath

Great room with gas fireplace; chef's kitchen with two dishwashers, two refrigerators, two microwaves, 36" electric downdraft cooktop, 36" dual fuel range, 15" ice machine; two dining areas; breakfast island bar; sitting area.


Extras

Theatre room, reduced greens fees at the Kilmarlic Golf Club. Beach cabana service provided from May 26 - Sept 6 only (provides morning set-up and afternoon take-down of two umbrellas and six beach chairs).


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Guest recommendations

39 guests recommended this home
Dawn   ·  Stayed October 2024

"Beautiful.. clean… close to beach"

Wendy   ·  Stayed September 2024

"Pros- The house was absolutely amazing, it was beautiful. It was spacious, We loved the views and all the masters. Fully stocked kitchen (we asked about having a keurig ahead of time and told no, but it had two) Theatre room came in handy when storms hit me us for multiple days. Cons- We did have some issues with the pool heater not working for 3 days, There was an error code that had to be fixed. That was a little frustrating since it was mid September and we paid for a heated pool, For the amount of bedrooms and people it holds… more lounge chairs around the pool would be nice. The house is right off main road into Corolla so traffic noise can be heard from Sound side bedrooms. Also bedroom on theatre room side had noise issues too (walls not sound proof). There were only 3 beach chairs (told 4) but used to previous Twiddy rentals having enough for everyone, We were told ahead, so not a fault of owner. That's what is listed. The previous rentals said 4 too, but always had more."

Richard   ·  Stayed September 2024

"Seats in a row facing ocean and sound for group for sunrise sunsets"

Chelsie   ·  Stayed August 2024

"A master room for everyone"

Jayne   ·  Stayed July 2024

"We loved everything about this beautiful home!! Bedrooms for everyone, each with their own bathroom & all 5 kings with their own deck, gorgeous kitchen with ample seating for our family of 19, plus 2 dishwashers! The 2 washers & dryers came in handy as well. Theater room was a big hit when the kids weren’t in the pool or at the beach. Great vacation!!"

Homeowner response:
We are glad your family had such a great time staying at our home "The Sound & The Sea". We hope to see you again next year
Harold   ·  Stayed June 2024

"The Sound and the Sea is fully stocked, the upkeep is excellent and it is evident the owners put money into the house through upgrades and overall maintenance. The location is great with a wide open beach, great ocean and sound views, and we look forward to coming back next year (our 4th in a row)!"

Lynn   ·  Stayed June 2024

"This home was fantastic before all the latest updates! We were completely “wowed” by the new kitchen, new and additional appliances, new A/C, new primary bathroom, updated game room appliances, new sink in laundry room, new decor in elevator, new living room decor, new beds….The 2 commercial washers/dryers are a lifesaver, and the Dyson on each level make it easy to keep the floors clean. The new kitchen sink and two new dishwashers makes meal cleanup a breeze. This was our third year in this home. We are very appreciative for everything these homeowners do to make our family vacation wonderful, and we treat this home as though we own it."

Sue   ·  Stayed May 2024

"We had an amazing stay at the Sound and the Sea! The decor was beautiful and the new kitchen awesome. Plenty of refrigerator space was a plus as well as the elevator."

Steven   ·  Stayed April 2024

"Great location, newly updated, nice theater, elevator. Nice decks and deck furniture."

Jeff   ·  Stayed October 2023

"Beach equipment"

Kim   ·  Stayed October 2023

"The house was perfect and had everything we needed for a fun family vacation ."

Rett   ·  Stayed October 2023
Rachael   ·  Stayed September 2023

"I loved that the house had views of both the ocean and the sound. I also loved that every bedroom had its own bathroom."

Kerri   ·  Stayed August 2023

"The view of the sound and the sea was spectacular."

Stephanie   ·  Stayed July 2023

"Furniture was updated. Kitchen was well stocked. Accommodates a large crowd. Easy access to beach."

Derek   ·  Stayed July 2023

"The unobstructed view of the bay and ocean from the top floor is spectacular! Pool area is nice and large and the kids love the theater room."

Lynn   ·  Stayed June 2023

"We has already reserved this home for 2024. We bring 8 people, and it gives us plenty of room to spread out. The location is fantastic, the beach uncrowded. The house with the elevator, ( for supplies and for the grandparents) two dishwashers, three Dyson's, and three washers and dryers is a dream - not to mention the beautiful furnishings, wonderful bathrooms, game room, pool, and beach access."

Kathy   ·  Stayed May 2023

"The home was beautiful and had everything we could have possibly needed. It was like living in paradise!!"

Homeowner response:
Thank you so much, Kathy, for your kind words and our family feels the same when we stay at "The Sound & The Sea". Just like Paradise.
Randy   ·  Stayed May 2023

"Very Nice."

Homeowner response:
Thank you Randy for the "5 Stars" and hope you and your family can stay with us again.
Barbara   ·  Stayed May 2023
Darlene   ·  Stayed May 2023

"The coziness of the home"

Steven   ·  Stayed April 2023

"All updated. Very clean. New furniture. Comfy beds. Very well equipped and great location."

Peggie   ·  Stayed October 2022

"Beautiful home. lots of room, fully stocked. the sunrise and sunset views were amazing. looking forward to returning next year!"

Homeowner response:
Our family is glad to hear you will be returning to "The Sound and The Sea" again next year. See you then!
Elaine   ·  Stayed October 2022

"The Sound and The Sea was very well suited to what we needed to have memorable moments made together with family and friends."

Homeowner response:
We are so glad your family and friends had such a "memorable" time at our home in Corolla. Thanks for staying at "The Sound and The Sea"!!
Lois   ·  Stayed October 2022

"Great views of ocean & sound."

Homeowner response:
Yes our family agrees with you.....the views are amazing!!!!!
Abigail   ·  Stayed October 2022

"The home was beautifully designed and decorated, and so well supplied! Stunning views! Our favorite of all the OBX homes we have stayed in so far. The only disappointment is that it does not have the “first right of refusal” option, as we would have loved to come back again but our week for next year was already taken."

Homeowner response:
Abigail our family is so glad this was your favorite of all the OBX homes you have stayed at. We spend a lot of time and effort each year to make sure it stays in the best shape it can be!
Christa   ·  Stayed September 2022

"The views of sunrise and sunset are amazing. Theater room was nice for our larger group. Bedrooms were a good size as well."

Homeowner response:
Christa we are so glad you enjoyed our beautiful home and yes it has a ton of room with a ton of amazing views!
Michele And Justin   ·  Stayed August 2022

"We have been vacationing in Outer Banks for 13 years, most of which have been through Twiddy homes. This was by far the best home we’ve stayed at. Besides being beautiful, it was well stocked with pots and pans, silverware, and dishes. The game room and theater room were an awesome addition and the views were remarkable. We hated to leave…."

Homeowner response:
Thank you Hyslop's family. We are so glad to hear this was your best rental stay in 13 years at the OBX. Likewise, we hate to leave "The Sound and the Sea" when we visit. It is an incredible house with the most incredible views!
John   ·  Stayed July 2022

"It was a fabulous home, bedrooms were great size , kitchen was amazing and well stocked , Gorgeous views from the 3rd floor( great open floor plan ). The home was in great condition on the inside. Our entire family were so pleased with the functionality of the home. Simply put ……. We will be back next year."

Homeowner response:
We can't wait to see you again next year!
Terry   ·  Stayed July 2022

"We loved this property. One of the best stocked kitchens we’ve ever had (glasses, plates, utensils, etc.)."

Homeowner response:
This is what we like to hear. We want our guest to have everything needed for an enjoyable week at "The Sound and the Sea", Thanks for coming!
Sharon   ·  Stayed June 2022

"Loved the decorating and “wall of windows” overlooking the ocean. The elevator made it easy to bring up luggage and groceries. The house was generally lovely!"

Homeowner response:
Thank you Sharon for your "Thumbs Up" review and we hope that you will stay in our home again soon.
Maryann   ·  Stayed May 2022

"We loved the beautiful views from the decks- sunrise and sunset! We enjoyed the heated pool and hot tub. The numerous bedrooms with their own baths met everyone's needs from our 8 month old to our 65 year old. We all loved this house."

Homeowner response:
We agree the views are beautiful and amazing! It's like a dream.
Jay   ·  Stayed April 2022

"Spacious and comfortable with plenty of kitchen wares for our large group of 18 people"

Homeowner response:
We are so glad your 18 person party was so comfortable in the house and left us with a "Thumbs Up"!
Pam   ·  Stayed December 2021
Catherine And Paul   ·  Stayed July 2021
Elizabeth   ·  Stayed May 2021

"House was great. Amazing sunsets and great location. Morning sun in ocean side bedrooms very intense for those who are not early risers. Could use some exterior work. Overall great house"

Joseph   ·  Stayed April 2021

"This house truly has the bedrooms and interior, the outside needs some love (aircons, painting, outside showers, etc....) Kitchen and gathering areas are great"

Homeowner response:
Hi Joseph, Thank you for the review. It was difficult this year to address everything on the exterior because we had all the siding of the house replaced, which was busy and hard to work around on the outside. The air conditioning units were just replaced in April. My painter is going to address the outdoor shower. We hope you come and visit us again soon. Take Care
Phyllis   ·  Stayed April 2021

"We had the best week ever at The Sound and the Sea! The house was beautiful and well stocked with everything we could ever want! Being able to enjoy the ocean as the front yard and the sunsets as the back yard was priceless! The beds were super comfortable! What more could you ask for in a beach vacation!! Thank you goes to the owners and the Twiddy team for making our home away from home so special!"

Homeowner response:
Hi Phyllis, Thank you for the review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope you come and stay with us again soon.
Brynn   ·  Stayed October 2020

"The interior of the home was pretty good with some good updates especially to the kitchen. The bathrooms were also nicely done. However the exterior of the home needed a lot of work with many holes in the siding and issues with some of the doors. The exterior furniture also needs updating. The kitchens pans were very old and there were not any usable pots except for huge ones."

Homeowner response:
Hi Brynn, Thank you for the review! We are the new owners of the house and we plan on doing some major work to the house exterior including new siding and trim, new doors and paint. I am purchasing new pots and pans, as per your suggestion and we will be getting new outdoor furniture. I hope you come and visit us again soon!

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