The Three Authors is one of the largest private oceanfront vacation rental estates in the United States, spanning more than 10 acres along the exclusive 4x4 beaches of Corolla. This extraordinary offering includes three iconic oceanfront homes—The Mark Twain, The Hemingway, and The Fitzgerald—featuring a combined 46 bedrooms, 42 bathrooms, and accommodations for up to 98 guests. Recently reimagined with extensive updates throughout all three residences, the estate blends refreshed interiors, modern finishes, and thoughtfully enhanced gathering spaces with the timeless appeal that has made it a sought-after destination for luxury vacations, weddings, retreats, and special events. Each home offers private pools, hot tubs, gourmet kitchens, game rooms, multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas, ocean access, and sweeping views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound. A proven income-producing asset, the property consistently generates seven-figure annual rental revenue. Owners benefit from the rare flexibility of renting the homes individually or together, maximizing occupancy opportunities across a variety of guest sizes and event types. All three homes are located in X Flood Zones, FEMA's lowest-risk classification, with no flood insurance required, and the estate includes a private on-site water treatment facility providing long-term infrastructure stability and independence. The Mark Twain offers 18 bedrooms, 14 full baths, 2 half baths, and 10,543 square feet; The Hemingway offers 14 bedrooms, 13 full baths, 2 half baths, and 7,605 square feet; and The Fitzgerald offers 14 bedrooms, 9 full baths, 2 half baths, and 7,143 square feet. Combining unmatched scale, proven performance, and an irreplaceable oceanfront setting where wild horses still roam, The Three Authors represents a truly rare opportunity to own one of the most remarkable hospitality and investment properties on the East Coast.
For sale
$15,000,000
1459 Ocean Pearl Rd Lot 2-3A-3B, Corolla, NC 27927
46beds
25,291sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2007
10.73 Acres Lot
$13,786,600 Zestimate®
$593/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern finishesRefreshed interiorsPrivate poolsOcean accessGame roomsThree iconic oceanfront homesHot tubs
- 21 days |
- 6,410 |
- 396 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kirsten Shackelford 252-945-3997,
SERHANT
Source: OBAR,MLS#: 133198
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 46
- Bathrooms: 48
- Full bathrooms: 42
- Partial bathrooms: 6
Rooms
- Room types: Game Room, Library
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 25,291
- Total interior livable area: 25,291 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Garage: None
Features
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Sound
- Waterfront features: Ocean Front, Beach Front
Lot
- Size: 10.73 Acres
- Features: Beach Frontage
Details
- Zoning: SRF
- Other equipment: Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Shakes
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ocean Beach
Location
- Region: Corolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $593/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $32,212
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
- Lease term: Variable
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$13,786,600
$12.82M - $14.61M
$2,377/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $15,000,000$593/sqft |
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| 1/24/2026 | Listing removed | $15,000,000$593/sqft |
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| 1/24/2026 | Price change | $15,000,000-11.8%$593/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $17,000,000$672/sqft |
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| 8/16/2024 | Listing removed | $17,000,000$672/sqft |
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| 2/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $17,000,000$672/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27927
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Knotts Island ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 7.6 mi
- 5/10Currituck County MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.9 mi
- 4/10Currituck County HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.1 mi
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- North Carolina
- Currituck County
- Corolla
- 27927
- 1459 Ocean Pearl Rd Lot 2-3A-3B
