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4 BR
2.5 BA
10 Guests
Oceanfront
Whalehead Beach
Corolla

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Description

Pharaoh, meaning "Monarch", originally referred to the form of address for a king's palace. Be the monarch of the oceanfront dynasty “Pharoah’s Delight”.

Envision awe-inspiring sunrises over the Atlantic strolling along the shoreline or while enjoying your morning coffee and newspaper from the sun/covered decks or NEW DUNE TOP DECK WITH PRIVATE WALKWAY. A rock-solid architecture design and 4 tastefully well-appointed bedrooms will delight your entourage including the grand duke, “Fido”.

Experience a sense of intimacy and quiet privacy when spending leisure hours on your screened in porch or after a day of shopping and touring historical attractions, a pleasing entertainment selection from the video library. With Friday arrival/departure, you will be among the privileged of not being stuck in hours of traffic.

Symbolize summer, leisure, relaxation and simple, easy living in your hammock while contemplating your next fragrant creation as charcoal grill master!

The private lower level may be rented for an additional $500.00 plus tax with advanced authorization. The cost to rent the linens(Sheets and Towels) for the lower level is $210.00 plus tax.

Standard Property Bedding: 1 King, 2 Doubles, 2 Sets of Bunks, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa.

Top Level:
Two living rooms
Dining area
Kitchen
Screened in porch
Bedroom with double bed
Bedroom with king bed
Two full bathrooms
Bedroom with two bunk-sets
Bedroom with double bed

Lower Level:
Two enclosed outside showers
Half bathroom
Laundry room with washer and dryer

Private Lower Level:
Bedroom with queen bed and bunk-set with trundle
Bedroom with double bed and duo-bunk with trundle
Living area with mini-fridge and microwave. Intercom

Amenities

Discount Offers

  • 10% Repeat Renter Discount

Check-In Day

  • Friday

Subdivision

  • Whalehead Beach

Area

  • Oceanfront

Views

  • Ocean View

General

  • Central Air and Heat
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Answering Machine
  • Porta-Crib
  • Pack-N-Play

Guest Linens

  • Guest Linens $249 plus tax

Security Deposit

  • Security Deposit $500

Living Room

  • Wood Fireplace (Off-Season Only)

Kitchen

  • Full Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker
  • Ice Maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware
  • Dishwasher
  • Stove Top Burners
  • Blender
  • Can Opener
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Oven
  • Ice Machine

Dining

  • Highchair

Entertainment

  • 5 TVs
  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • 5 VCRs
  • Stereo System
  • Video Library

Internet

  • WiFi Internet Access

Outdoor

  • Sun Decks
  • Covered Decks
  • Deck Furniture
  • Screened-In Porch
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Enclosed Outside Shower
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor Bathroom
  • Dunetop Deck
  • Walkway to Beach
  • Direct Beach Access
  • 3 Picnic Tables

Suitability

  • pets considered
  • Smoking Allowed on Decks Only

Availability

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#Night Available#Night Unavailable#Arrive Only#Depart Only
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Location

Rates

DatesWeekly
01/01/2024 - 03/28/2024$1,311
03/29/2024 - 04/25/2024$1,311
04/26/2024 - 05/02/2024$1,374
05/03/2024 - 05/09/2024$1,374
05/10/2024 - 05/16/2024$1,374
05/17/2024 - 05/23/2024$1,843
05/24/2024 - 05/30/2024$2,599
05/31/2024 - 06/06/2024$2,599
06/07/2024 - 06/13/2024$3,670
06/14/2024 - 06/20/2024$3,670
06/21/2024 - 06/27/2024$3,670
06/28/2024 - 07/04/2024$3,670
07/05/2024 - 07/11/2024$3,670
07/12/2024 - 07/18/2024$3,670
07/19/2024 - 07/25/2024$3,670
07/26/2024 - 08/01/2024$3,355
08/02/2024 - 08/08/2024$3,012
08/09/2024 - 08/15/2024$3,012
08/16/2024 - 08/22/2024$2,235
08/23/2024 - 08/29/2024$2,116
08/30/2024 - 09/05/2024$1,920
09/06/2024 - 09/12/2024$1,920
09/13/2024 - 09/19/2024$1,920
09/20/2024 - 09/26/2024$1,920
09/27/2024 - 10/03/2024$1,661
10/04/2024 - 10/10/2024$1,549
10/11/2024 - 10/17/2024$1,549
10/18/2024 - 01/02/2025$1,549

Reviews

Great Vacation!!

Reviewed on2023-09-26 by from Forked River, NJ United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Everything was great. We enjoyed ourselves tremendously. The house was perfect for our dog as well. We made so many good memories. Cannot wait to go back next year! It was a perfect house for our perfect vacation!!

Excellent location!

Reviewed on2023-09-14 by from Las Vegas, NV United States
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
5
We’ve stayed in this house on every visit to OBX for the past 20 years. It’s an older home, the first one built in this beach area. Some reviews say it’s dated or old. That’s part of why we like this house. It’s quirky and comfortable, but in good condition for most part. Furniture is recovered or replaced. Appliances are newer. It’s as you’d expect from the photos. The cargo lift added a few years back is a great improvement. We also love the new benches added at the top of the stairs to the beach. All this, along with Friday checkin, the best oceanfront location, and being dog friendly, is what keeps us coming back to this house. Wasn’t as clean this visit as in the past, but otherwise a great stay.

Needs updating

Reviewed on2023-08-20 by from Brunswick, OH United States
3
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
1
Location
5
Property condition
2
We have been coming to the Outer Banks for over 20 years and have stayed in a lot of different vacation rentals. This was the most dated and dirty rental we have ever stayed in. I don’t mind a “dated” place if it is clean, but his place was not. We had to clean the kitchen and bathrooms before even moving our luggage in. That being said, the oceanfront location is awesome, and a week in the OBX with family is always great.

We love Pharoah's Delight!

Reviewed on2023-07-31 by from KENSINGTON, MD United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our third summer staying at Pharoah's Delight. This time we stayed for 2 weeks and enjoyed every minute of it. The property has a cabin-y feel to it, with amazing views from the decks, and also allows dogs, which are just some of the reasons why we love it SO much. Its location on the beach, with a private walkway/beach access, as well as multiple decks and a screened-in porch, make it the perfect place for a family stay. We will be back!
Jean,
Thank you for the review.
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.
Hope to see you again in the 2024 season.
And wishing many happy memories on your 4th year at the home.

Incredible value

Reviewed on2023-06-18 by from Elizabethtown, PA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5
The house is obviously an older style, and not as big as most others on the oceanfront in Whalehead, but the value for oceanfront cant be beat. We had an A/C issue in one of the bedrooms, and Carolina Shores was quick to send an HVAC expert who evaluated the issue the very next day, got owner authorization to do the necessary work, and had it fixed a day later. <br/><br/>Unbeatable views. We loved the deck setup with the two separate crows nest vantage points,,the benches at the end of the walkway, and the fact that every outside access point to the deck had a gate, meaning our pups could stay on the deck with us and we knew they wouldnt be able to get to the road or the beach unless we opened a gate.
Shawn:
We are delighted that you were pleased with Pharaoh's Delight and our quick response to the AC issue.
The home may not be as big and may be a little older, but as you said the value of the oceanfront and safety of your pets and those wonderful decks can not be beat.
Hope to see you back in the 2024 Season.

Prepping for 2023

Reviewed on2023-05-07 by from Fla usa
5
For the first time I read the reviews. I grew up at this house and we spend weeks and lots of money trying to keep it well maintained. We are happy that so many have enjoyed all the work we do. We are happy to see so many that keep coming back, some for decades. Sadly, problems occur like the a/c breaking and other unforeseen issues. We do the best we can and thank you all. We are now repairing, cleaning and getting ready for this year, we hope you all enjoy our rustic home away from home.

Dream trip

Reviewed on2022-10-10 by from Strasburg, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
I spent my childhood coming to this house for a week many summers, and finally I got to share it with my children. It hasn't changed at all, and it doesn't need to because it is perfect. A stone's throw from the beach (a life saver with small children), comfortable beds, a well equipped kitchen. Love the recliners in the living room. Screened in porch was great for napping and coming in for lunch. One of the outdoor shower heads was missing when we arrived, I alerted the office and went to the beach. Wehn I went to shower at the end of the day, there was a shower head! We ordered pizza one night and the delivery driver told us he loved this house because it was one of the original ones and so much better than the new huge ones. We agree. Fingers crossed we can pull off another week in paradise, none of us wanted to leave our new home away from home! Thank you for this house!
Raymond,
We love to hear stories like this.
I am so happy that you were able to share a childhood memory with your family.
Keeping are fingers crossed that you can come again for many years.

Beach life!

Reviewed on2022-09-25 by from Cleveland, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have had the same house for ten years and we love it. We settle in quickly and enjoy our vacation. I was quite sad to see the lift out of service because it is so helpful with luggage and groceries. We love the retro feel of the house and hope that it doesn't change.

Beach life!

Reviewed on2022-09-25 by from Fairview Park, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have had the same house for ten years and we love it. We settle in quickly and enjoy our vacation. I was quite sad to see the lift out of service because it is so helpful with luggage and groceries. We love the retro feel of the house and hope that it doesn't change.

Another great stay at Pharoah's Delight

Reviewed on2022-08-16 by from KENSINGTON, MD United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our second visit to Pharoah's Delight and it was wonderful! It's 'old school' beach house, with lots of porch/deck space to spread out. We love the open layout of the interior living/dining/kitchen areas. Bedrooms are small but well-equipped with TVs, ceiling fans and comfy beds.

Ideal beach location- house in need of repair

Reviewed on2022-08-07 by from Stratford, CT United States
3
Services from rental manager
1
Cleanliness
2
Location
5
Property condition
1
Air conditioner did not work. Potable units placed in windows with cardboard holding vents failed when it rained. Dishwasher did not work. Breakers would trip when we used the microwave.
Judy,

I am so sorry you did not enjoy your stay. The dishwasher has been fixed and the home has a new A/C system.
Also the electrical system was checked out and the electrician was not able to get the breakers to trip when the microwave was in use.
Again, we are sorry you did not enjoy your stay and glad you found the location favorable.

Grat family experience

Reviewed on2022-06-25 by from fredericksburg, va United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
A very nice experience for a family reunion, we have a great time at a great location, just with the beach y our back yard. We strongly recommend this rental house.
Dear Irma
Thank you so much for the outstanding review! The homeowners are the stars of this home. They work tirelessly on this property and have done so since the day it was built.
Hoping to see you soon!

second year, second great stay at pharoahs delight!

Reviewed on2022-06-06 by from Marshall, VA United States
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
this was our second year staying at this home. we love that the home is "outdated" and that it is dog friendly. we had to reach out to the management company once each trip and they were quick to respond. this trip the cargo lift was out of service and we were not told that when we picked up the keys. there was a storm that came in that morning that probably blew away any sign they had up - not an issue just wish we knew before my inlaws attempted to use it. overall it was another great trip and may book again next year as long as my inlaws can still handle all the stairs.
Dear Kelly
Thank you for taking the time to review PHAROAH'S DELIGHT! We are delighted you had a wonderful stay and look forward to seeing you again next year.

second year, second great stay at pharoahs delight!

Reviewed on2022-06-06 by from Marshall , VA US
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
this was our second year staying at this home. we love that the home is "outdated" and that it is dog friendly. we had to reach out to the management company once each trip and they were quick to respond. this trip the cargo lift was out of service and we were not told that when we picked up the keys. there was a storm that came in that morning that probably blew away any sign they had up - not an issue just wish we knew before my inlaws attempted to use it. overall it was another great trip and may book again next year as long as my inlaws can still handle all the stairs.
Dear Kelly
Thank you for taking the time to review PHAROAH'S DELIGHT! We are delighted you had a wonderful stay and look forward to seeing you again next year.

Great Oceanfront Location

Reviewed on2021-09-05 by from Las Vegas , NV United States of America
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
This is the tenth time we’ve rented this house. In fact, it’s the only house we’ve rented since 2002. We look for several specific things and this house checked them all. Oceanfront, good location to restaurants, etc, pet friendly, and a Friday to Friday rental. It’s older and quirky, but that’s part of why we like it. The addition of the cargo lift a few years back was great, although this year it was not working when we arrived, which was disappointing. All new kitchen appliances in 2020 were also a great addition. Overall, this house is always clean, and pretty well maintained considering it’s age. We’ve never had any major problem when staying here. Minor issues have always been fixed quickly. We will definitely continue renting this house when we visit the OBX

Great house!

Reviewed on2021-08-15 by from Cleveland, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Another great year at the house we have rented for a decade. We were disappointed that the lift was out of order and had been for some time. This is a vintage property that is great for kids and dogs.

Great house!

Reviewed on2021-08-15 by from Fairview Park, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Another great year at the house we have rented for a decade. We were disappointed that the lift was out of order and had been for some time. This is a vintage property that is great for kids and dogs.

OBX Vacation 7/2021

Reviewed on2021-07-13 by from Turnersville, New Jersey United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
My family and I have spent many vacation weeks at this house through the years and the rentals have always been smoothed. This is our go to rental every time we return to the OBX. The location is perfect and the home is always clean and comfortable. The Friday to Friday rental is the best! Hope to be back soon.

66th Birthday Vac.

Reviewed on2021-07-04 by from Essex, MD United States
5
Services from rental manager
3
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
4
The whole family had a wonderful time. location was great. House was accommodating for our large group. The open floor plan was great it made it easy to keep watch over our youngest grand=son who is autistic. We also rented the owners suite which was very musty smelling. The owners should invest in a dehumidifier. Also we could not use the lift upon arriving i inquired about a key and how to opperate it and was told the panel was on the lift. It needed a remote which we did not obtain until weds.<br/>

Everything you Need

Reviewed on2021-06-22 by from Mertztown, PA United States
4
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
4
wonderful experience at affordable beach front property with all amentities needed.

WH1091 - Pharoah`s Delight GUEST REVIEW

Reviewed on2020-08-14 by from Frederick, MD
5
Just need someone to check the grounds. Lots of beer cans look to have fallen off the deck and are around the property.

The Standard!

Reviewed on2020-07-12 by from richmond, VA United States
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
5
Best value on the beach. Stayed in this place several times going back 20 years! Only issues is the 'owners suite' (separated basement area) is uninhabitable due to the mustiness

Great location!

Reviewed on2019-09-09 by from Las Vegas , NV United States of America
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
2
We’ve stayed in this house many times since 2000. The best beach and a great location. However, the property is in need of an upgrade. Furniture, appliances bathrooms etc haven’t been upgraded in the past 20 years, yet it rents for the same price as the newer homes that are larger and have more amenities. Addition of cargo lift was helpful.

Great location!

Reviewed on2019-09-09 by from Las Vegas , NV United States of America
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
2
We’ve stayed in this house many times since 2000. The best beach and a great location. However, the property is in need of an upgrade. Furniture, appliances bathrooms etc haven’t been upgraded in the past 20 years, yet it rents for the same price as the newer homes that are larger and have more amenities. Addition of cargo lift was helpful.

older house in a great location

Reviewed on2019-08-11 by from State College, PA United States
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
3
we’ve rented this house before, so we knew what to expect. it’s like visiting your grandparent’s beach house, furnished by lazy-boy :) but you’re not here for the house, you’re here for the beach, and it’s wonderful, especially with the private beach access and the dune-top deck. house is clean, comfortable, laid-back.

older house in a great location

Reviewed on2019-08-11 by from State College, PA United States
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
3
we’ve rented this house before, so we knew what to expect. it’s like visiting your grandparent’s beach house, furnished by lazy-boy :) but you’re not here for the house, you’re here for the beach, and it’s wonderful, especially with the private beach access and the dune-top deck. house is clean, comfortable, laid-back.

First time on the OBX

Reviewed on2019-08-04 by from Charlton, MA United States
4
Services from rental manager
3
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
4
House has the potential to be quite the little gem, just needs a little more TLC. Great location, great accommodations, love the layout of the place. Internally the house is beautiful, solid, very comfortable, it has many amenities. Outside furniture, decking and grounds need to be maintained better, pests need to be kept in check. Housekeeping a little better than average, responsiveness of agency started out strong then faded mid week. Would consider renting again.

Home at the beach

Reviewed on2019-07-26 by from Fairview Park, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have been renting this house for many years and love it for it's kid and dog friendly design. We have no need for a pool with the beautiful ocean steps away and are comfy in the most historic home in the area!

Home at the beach

Reviewed on2019-07-26 by from Medina, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have been renting this house for many years and love it for it's kid and dog friendly design. We have no need for a pool with the beautiful ocean steps away and are comfy in the most historic home in the area!

Home at the beach

Reviewed on2018-06-10 by from Medina, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have been to this great house so many times that my grandchildren thought it was mine. Unlike the grand hotel like houses with umpteen bedrooms and a pool, this home features lazy boy recliners, time worn games and mounted fish. Best ocean front access, pet friendly, super views and amazing history (one of the first houses on the beach here.)

Home at the beach

Reviewed on2018-06-10 by from Fairview Park, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have been to this great house so many times that my grandchildren thought it was mine. Unlike the grand hotel like houses with umpteen bedrooms and a pool, this home features lazy boy recliners, time worn games and mounted fish. Best ocean front access, pet friendly, super views and amazing history (one of the first houses on the beach here.)

Another great vacation at Pharoah's Delight!

Reviewed on2017-07-23 by from Amherst, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our fifth year staying in Pharoah's Delight. Another great vacation was enjoyed by all. We love this house on so many levels. It's perfectly located and has everything you need for a family vacation. We enjoyed the days on the beach soaking up sun, playing in the waves, watching dolphins go by, and reading novels for hours on end. The evenings were spent on the decks playing music, enjoying beautiful sunsets, breathing in the ocean air, and watching for wildlife (we enjoyed seeing a family of deer, four of them, spending time on the dunes, and even jumping over the boardwalk).<br/>We'll be back again for year number six! I'm already counting down the days.

Pharoah's Delight

Reviewed on2017-07-09 by from Louisville, KY United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Our visit was fantastic!!! The house easily accommodated our large family and dog. It was very clean, had a very well stocked kitchen, amazing views, and endless porches, decks and boardwalks. When the internet failed, we received immediate help on what turned out to be a pretty big problem. A great deal of time was spent having it repaired, and they followed up with us the next day to see that all was well. The cargo lift was so very wonderful for moving the belongings of 10 people upstairs, as well as a big help bringing up groceries. The home was convenient to all the good things about Corolla - food, shopping, library, the lighthouse. Working with the Carolina Shores professional staff was a pleasure.

Perfect in everyway!

Reviewed on2016-08-01 by from Amherst, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our fourth year staying at Pharoah's Delight, and as in years past, we had a wonderful time. This house is perfect in so many ways. It's on the beach, even on crowded days your area of the beach remains somewhat secluded, it's dog friendly (as is the beach), it's a Friday-Friday rental, and it's a comfortable home all around. If you're looking for a glamorous house, this is not it. Pharoah's Delight is what a true beach house is all about. <br/>We've already reserved for year five, and are counting down the days until our next visit.<br/><br/>Also, the management and maintenance staff were wonderful. Regarding the house, my only suggestion would be to downsize on the glasses and dishes. This would help leave room for groceries and provide a little extra kitchen space. Please let the owners know how much we enjoy staying at their home every year. All the best, Tracey
Dear Tracey,
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. I am very happy to hear that our staff made your feel at home. This is really one of the things that we try to maintain in our company. Hoping to see you again soon.

Friday is the day!

Reviewed on2016-07-17 by from richmond, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
Friday to Friday is the best way to vaca at the OBX. Only issue is the emergency phone # for the rental company was used and a response of any kind was not received.
Dear Mike,
Thank you for the wonderful review of PHAROAH'S DELIGHT!
We are delighted you had such an amazing time at this super oceanfront vacation home.
I do apologize you did not receive a call back from the after-hours person. Would you be so kind to provide me with more details?
All of us, at Carolina Shores Vacation Rentals, hope to see you again next summer.

Our second home

Reviewed on2016-07-10 by from Medina, OH United States
4
Services from rental manager
2
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
We have been coming to Pharoah's Delight for many years and it feels like home to us. Although we still love the house, we had an unfortunate experience with the management. Early one morning an outlet in the bathroom, which had not been recently used began to smoke. Smell of an electrical fire permeated the house. We rushed down to pull the fuse and called the rental company. Four calls and 8 hours later, a morose, unapologetic handyman arrives to fix the problem. It may have seemed small to him, but the idea of an electrical fire in a house with small children was frightening to us. The company's lack of responsiveness was surprising.
Dear Suzanne,
Thank you for taking the time to review PHAROAH'S DELIGHT. I do certainly apologize for our own staff not responding immediately however this property has its own private maintenance tech who we repeatedly attempted to contact. When we finaly gave up on him we had our own tech go to the home. Sunday afternoon travel to Corolla made this a very slow process. We do apologize and will suggest that the homeowner only uses our team in the future.

Corolla vacation 2016

Reviewed on2016-07-03 by from sarver, PA Namibia
4
Services from rental manager
2
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
4
There was very little information/follow thru from the rental company. We would bot rent thru their agency again if not necessary. Also bed linens and towels were not provided. We have been visiting the obx for 15-20 years and have never ran into this before. All linens/towels have always been provided. The home itself it a great value for an oceanfront property. Its old bit thats part of the nostalgia.
Dear Rhonda,
Thank you for taking the time to review PHAROAH'S DELIGHT. I certainly apologize that you felt our agency did not follow through with you adequately. Would you be so kind by providing me more specifics?
Each homeowner we represent makes the decision is they would like to supply linens or not. We do lay that out on our website and on the rental agreement as well.

Corolla vacation 2016

Reviewed on2016-07-03 by from Sarver, PA United States
4
Services from rental manager
2
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
4
There was very little information/follow thru from the rental company. We would bot rent thru their agency again if not necessary. Also bed linens and towels were not provided. We have been visiting the obx for 15-20 years and have never ran into this before. All linens/towels have always been provided. The home itself it a great value for an oceanfront property. Its old bit thats part of the nostalgia.
Dear Rhonda,
Thank you for taking the time to review PHAROAH'S DELIGHT. I certainly apologize that you felt our agency did not follow through with you adequately. Would you be so kind by providing me more specifics?
Each homeowner we represent makes the decision is they would like to supply linens or not. We do lay that out on our website and on the rental agreement as well.

Cool, Quarky, and Dusty

Reviewed on2016-06-20 by from Smithfield, VA United States
3
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
3
Location
4
Property condition
2
Overall it was okay. The location was great - right on the beach but not a ton of people. Somehow missed the fat we needed to order linens which came the day after we arrived. The place was quarky - which we like - but it was pretty downtrodden really dusty. Some of us have hayfever - and we coughed most of the week. The beds were very uncomfortable - like the old hard hotel mattresses. <br/><br/>With some new mattresses, new couch and chair cushions, and clean rugs - it would get four stars for the price.
Dear Tim,
Thank you for taking the time to review Pharoah's Delight!
I will be glad to share your suggestions and comments with the homeowner. They really want thier guests to have an enjoyable time at their home.
We look forward to serving you again!

Great Week At The Beach

Reviewed on2015-08-11 by from Mertztown, PA United States
4
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
We very much enjoyed our week! This was the first time we ever stayed "beachfront".......LOVED IT.<br/>The house was generally clean, but could've been a little cleaner. Quite a few pieces of furniture had dust & the throw rugs were definitely not vacuumed or shook out......SAND!!!<br/>One recommendation would be to purge some of the kitchen items to try to leave at least one empty cabinet shelf for the dry goods we brought. I emptied a shelf into an empty container we brought stuff in & then put it back at the end of the week. Definitely don't need all the tupperware that is there.<br/>The property mgmt co was professional when making my reservation, however when checking in to pick up the keys they were not in the office & NEVER contacted me to tell me what to do. The business next door to the office helped me to find the keys...thank goodness. When checking out to return the keys, there was nobody in the office again! It all worked out, but I think there should have been better communication.

Great Week At The Beach

Reviewed on2015-08-11 by from Mertztown, PA United States
4
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
We very much enjoyed our week! This was the first time we ever stayed "beachfront".......LOVED IT.<br/>The house was generally clean, but could've been a little cleaner. Quite a few pieces of furniture had dust & the throw rugs were definitely not vacuumed or shook out......SAND!!!<br/>One recommendation would be to purge some of the kitchen items to try to leave at least one empty cabinet shelf for the dry goods we brought. I emptied a shelf into an empty container we brought stuff in & then put it back at the end of the week. Definitely don't need all the tupperware that is there.<br/>The property mgmt co was professional when making my reservation, however when checking in to pick up the keys they were not in the office & NEVER contacted me to tell me what to do. The business next door to the office helped me to find the keys...thank goodness. When checking out to return the keys, there was nobody in the office again! It all worked out, but I think there should have been better communication.

Another wonderful vacation!

Reviewed on2015-08-03 by from Amherst, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
This was our third year renting Pharoah's Delight. The house felt like home and the beach was wonderful! This property is dog friendly and provides a Friday to Friday rental. Arriving and departing is hassle free. I highly recommend a deep sea fishing trip with OBX Marina. Keith, the owner, set up a great 1/2 day fishing trip where we fished in the Atlantic. We caught Mahi-mahi and mackerel which was enjoyed by everyone the following night. The marina is about 1 1/2 hours away on Roanoke Island. Well worth the trip!
Dear Tracey,
Thank You for taking the time to review your vacation here on the Outer Banks staying in PHAROAH'S DELIGHT.
We are glad the property met your expectations for the 3rd year!!
We hope to see you for your 4th year with us in 2016.

Relaxing stay at Pharoah's Delight

Reviewed on2014-09-15 by from Bensalem, PA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Pharoah's Delight is one of the original houses on the block being that it was built in 1983. The house itself has a "home away from home" feel to it. Mostly everything is on one floor where you will find 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, a dining room, a living room, and a separate area for games or for another guest to sleep. This may sound like a lot for one floor but it was very spacious and with a group of 10 we never felt like we were on top of each other. There is also ample space to sit, whether it's in the living room watching TV, in the screened off porch area to play games, or outside on both decks. There is room for all. Downstairs there is 2 outdoor showers and a bathroom which is great if you feel like showering when you get off the beach and don't feel like tracking it through the house. The house is far enough away to feel secluded from traffic and other houses nearby but also a short enough drive (10 minutes) to the grocery store and the lighthouse. We didn't want to leave after our week was up!

Pharoah's Delight, the best house on the beach!

Reviewed on2014-08-03 by from Amherst, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
3
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
This was our second year staying at Pharoah's Delight. It's the quintessential beach house. One of the oldest houses on Corolla. Located on a great part of the beach. Very private and comfortable. It has everything you need for a great vacation. We've already reserved for next year. The best 's one of the few houses with a Friday to Friday rental, and it's dog friendly. You literally sail in and out, making for a stress free drive in and out. We are already counting down the days until next year.

Home Away from Home

Reviewed on2014-07-29 by from Perry, NY United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our 4th year at Pharoah's Delight. We've come to feel so comfortable there that it's almost like coming "home" again each summer! We enjoyed the new deck tremendously and the additional furniture meant no one had to sit on the floor to watch a movie.

casual , the way the beach should be

Reviewed on2013-09-08 by from Potomac Falls, VA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Great. My wife would like a new grill . I think the old one scares her . I like it just fine

Heaven With Sand

Reviewed on2013-08-07 by from Knoxville, TN United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4
One of the best vacations ever. In-laws our kids and grandchildren had a fantastic time at Pharoah's Delight. A true beach house, not a mini-mansion,nothing pretentious, a true kick back and enjoy home. Knowing that it was one of the original houses on the beach at Corolla was a very touching experience. Loved it, hope to be a guest again next years, the good Lord willing.

Once in a Lifetime

Reviewed on2013-08-06 by from Charlotte Hall, MD United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
First Ever staying at a ocean side rental. Great all family members enjoyed it from age 70 to 13. Would love to be able to go back.

Home away from home

Reviewed on2013-08-02 by from Perry, NY United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
4
Over the years (I first "discovered" the OBX in 1986), I've stayed in many different rental properties, mostly on the North Banks. Many were very lovely, but none caused us to want to return to that exact house. This was our third summer at Pharoah's Delight and we hope there will be many more! It's not grand or glorious like some of the ritzy new places that have gone up around it, but it's solid, very comfortable, and feels like our "home away from home".

Great Place

Reviewed on2013-07-14 by from Grampian, PA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
5 year in a row we've stayed here, that says it all

We always enjoy our week at Pharoah's Delight

Reviewed on2013-07-07 by from Sparks Glencoe, MD United States
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4
As usual, we enjoyed staying here. We're probably not coming back next year due to family reunion plans elsewhere, but we'll be back the following year!

Fantastic First Time in OBX!!

Reviewed on2013-06-16 by from Kettering, OH United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We stayed for a week and were very pleased with everything. The house is very well stocked with books, games, movies, beach toys, and kitchen needs. The beach was never crowded. We loved the views of the ocean from the house and the upper deck was fantastic!

Fantastic First Time in OBX!!

Reviewed on2013-06-16 by from Milton, WI US
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We stayed for a week and were very pleased with everything. The house is very well stocked with books, games, movies, beach toys, and kitchen needs. The beach was never crowded. We loved the views of the ocean from the house and the upper deck was fantastic!

Beach Week

Reviewed on2012-07-16 by from Grampian, PA United States
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Best location in Whalehead

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