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THANKSGIVING 2026 · NORTH CAROLINA

Which house feels
like our holiday?

November 25–29 · 4 nights · 9 houses

Time is ticking! Please vote ASAP so we can book the house with the most votes before it’s taken. The sooner we book, the better!

Our shortlist

Corolla · Holden Beach · Ocean Isle Beach

Shared search: 13 adults + 4 children

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Crabby Mermaid — listing photo 1
OPTION 01 · CorollaMost bedroom privacy

Crabby Mermaid

8 bedrooms7 full + 2 half baths18 guests★ 9.4/1034 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$4,448.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$342.15Stay total ÷ 13

Seven bedrooms have private bathrooms. Large kitchen and multiple dining areas give the family room to gather.

Hot tubAir hockeyRooftop deckSaltwater pool
Beach
775 feet to beach access
Thanksgiving pool
Closed for Thanksgiving: seasonal pool runs May to mid-October.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

2 king bedrooms, 4 queen bedrooms and 2 pyramid-bunk bedrooms.

House rules & arrival

No pets. Parking for 6–7 cars. Check-in 4pm; checkout 10am. Fireplace unavailable to guests.

Before booking

Top floor updated for 2026; listing photos may show earlier furnishings. Confirm Wednesday arrival and four-night availability.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Aurora — listing photo 1
OPTION 02 · CorollaModern interiors

Aurora

7 bedrooms7 baths18 guests★ 10.0/105 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$4,847.00$4,248.00Mobile discountSubject to change
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$326.77Stay total ÷ 13

Modern 3,500-square-foot house with a chef’s kitchen, a fireplace and a bathroom for every bedroom.

ElevatorMedia roomPool tableHot tub
Beach
Short walk to the beach
Thanksgiving pool
Closed for Thanksgiving: listed season April 16–October 20.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

7 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms; individual bed sizes need confirmation.

House rules & arrival

Pet friendly with fees; up to 2 dogs. Parking for 6–7 cars. Check-in 5pm; checkout 10am.

Before booking

Current description lists 7 bedrooms despite “6 BR” in the original link. Guest verification, rental agreement and nonrefundable protection fee apply.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Love at First Sight — listing photo 1
OPTION 03 · Holden BeachDirect oceanfront

Love at First Sight

7 bedrooms5 full + 1 half baths20 guests★ 9.4/109 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$4,870.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$374.62Stay total ÷ 13

Oceanfront home in Holden West with a large kitchen, vaulted living room and porches facing the ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.

Private beach accessDouble ovenSaltwater poolGated community
Beach
Oceanfront with private walkway
Thanksgiving pool
Open year-round. Listing quotes $500 plus tax for optional heat; arrange in advance and reconfirm.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

2 king bedrooms, one bedroom with 2 queens, 2 additional queen bedrooms and 2 pyramid-bunk bedrooms. Sleeper seating also listed.

House rules & arrival

Dog friendly: $250 for one dog up to 50 lb; more dogs require approval and extra fees. Early check-in unavailable.

Before booking

Dining table seats 12, with 6 additional island seats. Sleeper-sofa linens cost extra. Confirm final cancellation terms and heat fee.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Off the Hook — listing photo 1
OPTION 04 · Holden BeachGames for everyone

Off the Hook

7 bedrooms5 full; half bath also listed baths22 guests★ 10.0/101 review
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$4,229.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$325.31Stay total ÷ 13

Two living areas, wet bars and an elevator serving all floors. Beach equipment and a rooftop viewing area are listed.

ElevatorArcade gamesPool tableTiki bar
Beach
About 1 minute to access at 232 Ocean Blvd W
Thanksgiving pool
Heat available Sept 15–May 15: $100/night plus taxes and fees, minimum 3 nights; request one week ahead.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

4 king bedrooms, one bedroom with 2 queens, 2 bedrooms each with 2 twin bunk sets, plus a queen sofa bed.

House rules & arrival

No pets or smoking. Minimum renter age 30. Parking for 5 cars. Check-in 4pm; checkout 9am.

Before booking

Bathroom summary varies between sources. Listing cancellation terms generally require 90 days’ notice; confirm your rate’s policy before booking.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Shore Thing — listing photo 1
OPTION 05 · Holden BeachBeach a minute away

Shore Thing

7 bedrooms5 full + 1 half bathsConfirm with host capacity★ 9.4/109 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$3,887.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$299.00Stay total ÷ 13

Two living areas, two wet bars and an upstairs kitchen with ocean views. Beach chairs, linens and bath towels are included.

ElevatorPool tableTelescopeTiki bar
Beach
About 1 minute to access at 232 Ocean Blvd W
Thanksgiving pool
Private pool; November operation and heating availability need confirmation.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

4 king bedrooms, one bedroom with 2 queens, 2 bedrooms each with 2 twin bunk sets, plus a queen sofa bed.

House rules & arrival

No pets or smoking/vaping. Minimum renter age 30. Parking for 6 cars. Check-in 4pm; checkout 9am.

Before booking

Listing cancellation terms generally require 90 days’ notice. No deep fryers or fire pits permitted; confirm your booking’s policy.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Whalehead Adventure — listing photo 1
OPTION 06 · CorollaNine bedrooms

Whalehead Adventure

9 bedrooms8 listed bathsConfirm with host capacity★ 8.0/107 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$4,641.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$357.00Stay total ÷ 13

Also called Atlantic Adventure. A 4,287-square-foot house with several bedroom suites, multiple decks and a dining table for 18.

Hot tub / spaPool tableFoosballTiki bar
Beach
About a 4-minute walk
Thanksgiving pool
Closed for Thanksgiving: May 1 to mid-October.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

King, queen and bunk rooms across three floors; the summary and detailed room list differ, so confirm the final bed plan.

House rules & arrival

Up to 2 pets for a listed $150 fee. Lead guest must be at least 23 and present throughout the stay. Linens and towels included.

Before booking

Verify maximum occupancy, exact bed sizes and November hot-tub operation with the host.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Sea Esta — listing photo 1
OPTION 07 · Ocean Isle BeachRoom for the whole crew

Sea Esta

7 bedrooms5 baths24 guests★ 9.0/1025 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$3,777.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$290.54Stay total ÷ 13

Reverse-floor-plan home in the Resort of OIB with creek and sunset views, a wet bar and a private poolside tiki bar.

ElevatorSaltwater poolPool tableResort beach access
Beach
About 2 minutes to Shelby Street access
Thanksgiving pool
Heat available Sept 15–May 15: $100/night plus taxes and fees, minimum 3 nights; request one week ahead.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

4 king bedrooms, one bedroom with 2 queens, 2 bunk rooms each with 2 twin bunk sets and a twin trundle, plus queen sofa bed.

House rules & arrival

No pets or smoking/vaping. Minimum renter age 30. Parking for 6 vehicles. Exterior security camera.

Before booking

Included summer golf cart does not cover Thanksgiving. Confirm November resort-pool availability and your booking’s cancellation terms.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Out of the Blue — listing photo 1
OPTION 08 · CorollaBig Thanksgiving table

Out of the Blue

8 bedrooms5 full + 1 half baths19 listed guests★ 9.2/1017 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$3,824.00
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$294.15Stay total ÷ 13

3,115-square-foot house with a large upstairs gathering space, a dining table for 14 and a second table for 6.

Hot tubAir hockeyTwo dishwashersWraparound decks
Beach
Two blocks from beach access
Thanksgiving pool
Closed for Thanksgiving: listed pool season April 1–November 1. Hot tub open year-round.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

4 king bedrooms, 2 queen bedrooms, a room with 2 pyramid bunks and a full-over-queen bunk room updated for 2026.

House rules & arrival

Up to 2 dogs for $185; no cats. Parking for 8 cars. Check-in 4pm; checkout 10am. Exterior cameras/sensors.

Before booking

Published sleep count may reflect an older bed setup; confirm occupancy after the 2026 bunk-room change.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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Dreamin’ Seamen — listing photo 1
OPTION 09 · CorollaFire pit & outdoor games

Dreamin’ Seamen

8 bedrooms5 full + 2 half baths20 guests★ 9.2/109 reviews
TOTAL FOR 4 NIGHTS$4,165.00$3,819.00Mobile discountSubject to change
PER ADULT · 13 ADULTS$293.77Stay total ÷ 13

4,250-square-foot house with multiple living spaces, an outdoor fire area, horseshoes and a recreation room.

Hot tubFire pit & hammocksPool & ping pongVolleyball
Beach
About a 4-minute walk
Thanksgiving pool
Closed for Thanksgiving: May 1 to mid-October.
Bed layout, rules & booking notes

Sleeping arrangements

8 bedrooms; exact bed sizes and room assignments need confirmation.

House rules & arrival

Up to 2 pets for a listed $150 fee. Lead guest must be at least 23 and present throughout the stay. Linens and towels included.

Before booking

Listing describes 50% at confirmation and balance 30 days before arrival. Confirm rate-specific payment/cancellation terms and hot-tub availability.

Wi-Fi, a kitchen and laundry are listed. Rate-specific cancellation and payment terms need confirmation.

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