$17,000,000

1459 Ocean Pearl Rd Unit Lot 2,3A, 3B Corolla, NC 27927

Carova Beach Neighborhood

Estimated payment $97,386/month

Total Views 2,132
46 Beds
48 Baths
25,291 Sq Ft
$672 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • In Ground Pool
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Ocean Front
  • 10.73 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

The Three Authors is one of the largest private oceanfront vacation rental estates in the United States, spanning over 10+ acres in the exclusive 4x4 beaches of Corolla. This rare opportunity includes three oceanfront homes — The Mark Twain, The Hemingway, and The Fitzgerald — offering a combined 46 bedrooms, 42 bathrooms, and accommodations for up to 98 guests. Each home is equipped with private pools, hot tubs, gourmet kitchens, game rooms, multiple gathering spaces, private ocean walkovers, and expansive ocean and sound views. This estate consistently produces over seven figures in annual rental income. With over $1,055,000 booked for the 2025 season, it's a proven performer for weddings, retreats, and luxury vacation rentals. Ownership also includes the rare ability to rent the homes individually or together, maximizing rental flexibility across various guest sizes and events. All three homes sit in X Flood Zones, FEMA’s lowest-risk classification. No flood insurance is required. Crafted with integrity and vision, this estate includes a private on-site water treatment facility ensuring long-term infrastructure stability and independence. The Mark Twain: 18 bedrooms, 14 full baths, 2 half baths, 10,543 sqft. The Hemingway: 14 bedrooms, 13 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, 7,605 sqft. The Fitzgerald: 14 bedrooms, 9 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, 7,143 sqft. With stunning event capacity and unmatched scale, The Three Authors is a once-in-a-generation acquisition for the next visionary owner.

Listing Agent

Kirsten Shackelford

License #332418 Listed on: 06/13/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,213

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 10.73 Acre Lot
  • Ocean Front
  • Property is zoned SRF

Property Views

  • Ocean Views
  • Views of a Sound

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shake Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 25,291 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 46 Bedrooms

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Ocean Beach Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,213

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Headline: The Three Authors!
  • Zoning: SRF
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.73
  • Road Surface Type: Unpaved
  • View Type:Pond View: Ocean, Sound
  • Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Subdivision Name: Ocean Beach
  • Architectural Style: Coastal
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
  • Full Bathrooms: 42
  • Total Bedrooms: 46
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Pool Features: Outdoor Pool, In Ground, Private
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean Front
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Piling
  • Exterior: Shakes

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 467400.0

Building Info

  • Year Built: 2007

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 32212.56

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,828 $2,093,900 $363,800 $1,730,100
2023 $13,828 $2,093,900 $363,800 $1,730,100
2022 $10,309 $2,093,900 $363,800 $1,730,100
2021 $10,261 $2,084,200 $500,800 $1,583,400
2020 $10,534 $2,084,200 $500,800 $1,583,400
2019 $10,154 $2,084,200 $500,800 $1,583,400
2018 $10,154 $2,084,200 $500,800 $1,583,400
2017 $10,118 $2,055,000 $500,800 $1,554,200
2016 $9,978 $2,055,000 $500,800 $1,554,200
2015 $9,978 $2,055,000 $500,800 $1,554,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2025 06/13/25 For Sale $17,000,000 -- $672 / Sq Ft
Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,200,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,650,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $1,386,600 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 129625

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

APN: 113A-000-003B-0000