The wedding estate of the Three Authors compound. Combinable with The Mark Twain and The Hemingway.
20-seat private cinema
The largest private cinema in the Three Authors compound. Tiered seating, 4K projection, surround sound. Built into the ground-level entertainment wing alongside the billiards room and wet bar.
Bridal Suite with whirlpool
A dedicated bridal suite with a private whirlpool, vanity space, and full-height ocean windows. The reason the Fitzgerald is the wedding estate of the Three Authors compound.
Direct 4×4 beach access
Reachable only by the wild four-by-four beach. AWD or 4WD required. The Fitzgerald sits 2.2 miles past the end of pavement. Wild Corolla horses walk the dunes.
The Fitzgerald sits on three private acres of Corolla's four-by-four beach. Fourteen bedrooms across three levels. The ground floor is the entertainment wing — a twenty-seat cinema, billiards, wet bar, and direct pool access.
Floor-to-ceiling windows on the main floor. A stone fireplace in the great room. The Bridal Suite holds a private whirlpool. Fourteen full baths. No quiet-hour restrictions. The Fitzgerald is the estate that anchors weddings and milestone weekends along the Outer Banks.
Heated oceanfront pool. Outdoor hot tub. A wrap-around deck on the upper floor with unbroken Atlantic views. Premium bedding throughout. Self check-in. Fast Wi-Fi. The four-by-four beach is the only road in — and that's the point. Wild Corolla horses walk the dunes. The Fitzgerald is what's at the end of the drive.
Combine with sister estates
The Fitzgerald stands alone, or pairs with The Mark Twain, The Hemingway, or both. For groups beyond thirty.
The Fitzgerald set the tone for our entire wedding weekend. The Bridal Suite, the cinema for the rehearsal screening, the pool deck for cocktails — every detail felt considered. Our guests are still talking about it.
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Amanda P.
Birthday Weekend · May 2024
★★★★★ May 2024
Twenty-five women, four nights, my 40th. The entertainment wing alone justified the entire trip — billiards, the wet bar, the cinema. We watched a movie in pajamas on the last night with the ocean visible through the windows.
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The Donovan Family
Family Reunion · July 2024
★★★★★ July 2024
Thirty of us across three generations. Fourteen bedrooms meant nobody shared who didn't want to. The stone fireplace in the great room became the gathering spot every evening. The kids ran the cinema like it was their own.
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Michelle & David L.
Anniversary Weekend · November 2024
★★★★★ November 2024
We came with sixteen close friends for our 25th anniversary. Off-season made the entire estate feel like ours. The whirlpool in the Bridal Suite, the fireplace, the wild horses on the beach at sunrise — we'll be back.
Where you'll be
Corolla 4×4 Beach · 2.2 miles past pavement · Outer Banks, NC
Reachable only by the four-by-four beach — no through roads, no traffic, no tourists. Wild Corolla horses walk the dunes at first light. Sunrise over the Atlantic. Sunset over the Currituck Sound. The four-by-four is the address.
Frequently asked
What is the bedroom layout?
Fourteen bedrooms across three levels. The Bridal Suite (with private whirlpool) and oceanfront primary suites occupy the upper floor. Mid-level rooms balance ocean and dune views. Premium bedding throughout. Fourteen full baths. The Fitzgerald holds thirty guests comfortably.
How do guests reach the property?
The Fitzgerald sits 2.2 miles past the end of pavement on Corolla's four-by-four beach. An AWD or 4WD vehicle is required. Deflate tires to around 20 PSI before driving on the sand. We send detailed arrival instructions, sand-driving guidance, and the gate code one week before check-in. Wild Corolla horses are commonly seen along the route.
Can The Fitzgerald be combined with the other estates?
Yes. The Fitzgerald pairs with The Mark Twain (32 bedrooms, 68 guests), with The Hemingway (28 bedrooms, 62 guests), or with both for the full Three Authors compound (46 bedrooms, 102 guests). Contact us to combine for groups over thirty.
Is the property suitable for weddings?
The Fitzgerald is the wedding estate of the Three Authors compound. The Bridal Suite holds a private whirlpool and ocean-view dressing space. The 20-seat cinema doubles as a rehearsal-dinner screening room. The great room with its stone fireplace serves as the ceremony backup space. No quiet-hour restrictions. Inquire for full event packages.
Are pets welcome?
Yes — pets are welcome at The Fitzgerald. A flat pet fee applies per stay. Service animals are always welcome with no fee. Mention pets at the time of booking so we can prepare accordingly.
What is included in the rate?
All linens and towels for thirty guests. Pool heating during operating season. Daily trash service. Wi-Fi throughout (1 Gbps). Beach access. Use of all amenities — cinema, billiards, wet bar, pool, hot tub, decks. Cleaning fee and refundable damage deposit are separate. Optional add-ons include private chefs, catering, transportation, and wedding coordination.
What is the check-in and check-out process?
Self check-in via smart lock at 4:00 PM. Check-out by 10:00 AM. Codes and arrival guide arrive forty-eight hours before check-in. A property concierge is available throughout the stay by text or call for anything that needs attention.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation within forty-eight hours of booking. Full refund up to sixty days before arrival. Event bookings and peak-season stays have separate terms outlined in the contract. Travel insurance is recommended for any stay anchored to a specific date.