851 Corolla Drive Lot 59, Corolla

Welcome to 851 Corolla Drive, with some ocean views, elevator, beautifully maintained and updated 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom coastal retreat located just 360 yards from the beach access in the desirable Whalehead Beach community. This spacious, three-level home offers the perfect blend of comfort, function, and lifestyle amenities ideal for full-time living, a second home, or a strong investment property. The top floor features an open-concept great room filled with natural light, vaulted ceilings, and sliding glass doors that lead to wide sun decks with ocean breezes. The kitchen includes generous counter space and flows easily into the dining area—perfect for entertaining. Also on this level is a private king suite with hardwood flooring, an en-suite bath, and double vanity. On the mid-level, you’ll find four additional bedrooms, including a handicap-friendly king suite with wide doors, roll-under vanity, and grab bars in the shower. A large guest suite offers a queen bed and two bunk sets, ideal for visiting family or children. All bedrooms feature ample space and access to wraparound decks. The ground floor offers a large recreation room with a pool table, wet bar, and direct access to a private fenced pool and hot tub area. Large outdoor entertainment area offers sunny and covered areas. A full bath, laundry room, and garage round out the lower level. An elevator connects all three floors, making the home easily accessible for all ages and needs. The sellers have completed extensive updates, including a new Daikin HVAC system (2025), full septic replacement (2025), siding replacement and exterior paint, and new Trex decking (2023). Interior enhancements include replacing all toilets with comfort-level models, new faucets, updated outdoor shower (all in 2024), and new smart TVs throughout. Additional improvements include resurfacing the pool (2021), replacing hot water heaters (2023), new hardwood floors on the top level (2019), a new roof and siding in 2020, and a new hot tub (2020). A full list of updates is available upon request. Owners have used this home extensively as a second home with rental income being a secondary coinsideration. Rental projection if allowed to rent is $92,788. gross. This home combines the practicality of thoughtful updates with the charm of Outer Banks living. Just minutes from grocery stores, shopping, dining, and attractions, yet tucked into a peaceful oceanside street, 851 Corolla Drive offers a rare opportunity for quality, space, and location in one of Corolla’s most sought-after neighborhoods.