Outer Banks Rental Carova | 4 Wheel Drive Beaches

Welcome to the last frontier of the Outer Banks! The 4x4 Beaches - including Seagull Beach, Penny's Hill, Swan Beach, North Swan Beach and Carova - are a world away from other vacation destinations. Located just south of the Virginia border, the 4x4 Beaches are 14 miles of beautiful, untamed shoreline. 

When describing the 4x4 Beaches and Carova, the phrase "get away from it all" isn't just a cliché! There are no paved roads, no gas stations and no restaurants on the 4x4 Beaches. Instead, you'll find pristine coastline, abundant wildlife, natural dunes, wetlands and maritime forest.

A 4-wheel drive vehicle is mandatory to reach the vacation homes or explore the area. You literally drive on the beach as you make your way north towards the community of Carova. Don't attempt to venture out onto the beach without a 4-wheel drive; otherwise, a tow truck and a hefty bill are in your future!

Vacation homes on the 4x4 Beaches vary from opulent retreats with private pools, game rooms and numerous master suites to rustic beach cottages in which your only distraction will be the sound of rolling waves. Beautiful vacation homes are available in every price range.

Both luxury and traditional vacation homes are nestled within the natural landscape of the 4x4 Beaches. Rental homes can be found from the picturesque oceanfront to the peaceful and secluded Currituck Sound. Vacation rentals in areas such as Swan Beach and Carova are accessed by dirt roads behind the dune line.

The Corolla Wild Horses are part of the unique nature of the 4x4 Beaches. These beautiful creatures, often called Banker Horses, are the descendants of Spanish mustangs. The Corolla Wild Horses freely roam along the beach, the back roads, and even in yards of rental homes! Watching the Corolla Wild Horses graze or play is an unforgettable experience.

Stunning natural beauty and adventure await you on the 4x4 Beaches. Search our wide selection of 4x4 vacation homes - including Swan Beach and Carova - to find the ideal home for your needs and your budget. Tell your family and friends that your next vacation begins where the paved road ends!