5525 Westwind * Waterfront

Escape to Westwind, a serene 5-bedroom canalfront retreat in Colington Harbour with 80’ of waterfront and direct sound access. Enjoy spacious living, two screened-in porches, a private dock with water/electric, and unforgettable sunsets. Ideal for boaters, crabbers, and families, this home features an upgraded HVAC system, game room, and access to community amenities like a pool, soundside beach, and playground. Your peaceful OBX escape begins here! The space Discover a Waterfront Gem and Retreat at Westwind Have a peaceful, unforgettable vacation at Westwind. This 5-bedroom home is located in Colington Harbour on 80’ feet of scenic canal frontage with open access to the Albemarle Sound. The four-bedroom elevated saltbox offers additional kid quarters with a bunk bed, a private sundeck, a front screened-in porch, and a 480’ square foot screened-in porch that overlooks the canal. Waterfront-covered decks and dockside seating areas provide the full enjoyment of waterside living. End your days on vacation by enjoying a magnificent sunset on the water. Bring your boat, a fishing pole, or crab pot, or just relax on the spacious lighted dock with water and electric service. And for your convenience, a fish-cleaning table is available to all guests who stay at Westwind. Make this your ultimate canalfront escape! When you pull up to this epic waterfront retreat, you’ll find plenty of parking under the covered Carport to get cozy for your Outer Banks vacation. Pass by the Outdoor Shower (which is great for rinsing off after a day at the beach or kayaking in the canal) as you head towards the downstairs Lounge Area where you can relax while you grill up your fresh, catch-of-the-day on the nearby Gas Grill! After dinner, walk down to the dock where you can have fun crabbing, fishing, or putting your boat in the water for a little aquatic exploration. On the Main Level, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing vacation and more! Enjoy the sunshine on the Front Sun Deck or make your way into the Screened-In Porch with comfortable furniture and a fan to keep the air circulating, making this the perfect place to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee in the morning as you bask in the cool breezes off the canal. Inside, relax in the spacious Living Area with high ceilings and soft furniture situated around a Flat Screen TV for the best family movie nights and ideal relaxation when you need it. Cook up some fresh, local seafood in the Kitchen with modern appliances to enjoy in the open-concept Dining Area, which is easily illuminated by the afternoon sun through the glass doors leading out to the front deck, or at the Breakfast Bar nearby. Get some rest in the Queen Master Bedroom with a Private Bathroom and access to the Laundry Area with a Washer and Dryer, so mid-week washes are quick and easy. Another Queen Bedroom boasts access to the second Screened-In Porch which overlooks the canal and offers plenty of space for waterside dining and fresh, open air while you relax and let the worries of the world wash away. Take the inside stairs up to the Top-Level Loft overlooking the Main Living Area where you can get some sleep in the Queen Bedroom with access to a Private Deck with canal views, and an additional Queen Bedroom, or the convenient Bunk Room with 1 Bunk Bed Set that’s great for letting the kids enjoy some time in their own space. A Full Hallway Bathroom keeps everyone comfortable. For some extra fun, take advantage of the Game Area with a Foosball Table and keyboard. And when it’s time to head outside and have some fun after you’ve rested up, be sure to enjoy the many Colington Harbour Community Amenities including a Sound Access, a Soundside Playground, a Basketball Court, and Community Pool (subject to availability). Westwind is sure to be your ideal Outer Banks escape year after year! Once you’ve spent a week in this gorgeous home, you won’t want to stay anywhere else. Quiet Community With Ample Attractions Colington Harbor is a beautiful, secluded island community offering amazing views and ample opportunity for crabbing, fishing, kayaking, and an array of other watersports! Situated about 15 minutes back from the main bypass, you are never far from something fun to explore or something good to eat. Try a tasty slice from Colington Pizza (they even deliver!) or sample a crab benedict and mimosa for Sunday brunch at The Saltbox Café. Colington Café is another great place to enjoy the local fare, especially if you're celebrating a birthday or anniversary. If you enjoy cooking at home, stop by Billy’s Seafood Market for a fine selection of fresh seafood including everything from shrimp and oysters to mahi-mahi and tuna. While you're out exploring, be sure to stop by the Wright Brothers National Memorial where you can experience an interactive museum about the nation's history of aviation and enjoy a 360-degree view of the surrounding beach as you stand beside the famous monument. There's also a great public bike and walking path nearby along with dozens of shops and other great activities to ensure your vacation is a blast! Beach Access: Ocean Bay Blvd - 4.4 miles/11-minute drive with handicap parking, handicap ramp, wooden walkway, bathhouse, lifeguard, and showers. Colington Harbour Community Amenities: Sound Access with Wading Beach & Playground; Sheltered Picnic Area; Basketball Court; Boat Launch/Slips (For Rent); Gated Community & more! Click here to learn about Colington Harbour Community Benefits Available. *Upgraded HVAC: HVAC has been upgraded to include a cold plasma disinfecting system to improve air quality. The cold plasma system is intended to kill bacteria and viruses, as well as control allergens and odors. Property Layout: Top-Level Loft: Queen Bedroom w/ Private Deck with Canal Views; Full Bath with Shower, Queen Bedroom; Bunk Room w/1 Bunk Bed; Game Area w/Foosball Table Main Level: Main Entry; Living Area; Dining Area; Kitchen; Front Screened Porch; Front Sun Deck; Queen Master Bedroom w/Full Private Bathroom and access to Back Screened Porch; Queen Bedroom; Back Screened Porch w/Access to Canal; Laundry Room (washer/dryer) Ground Level: Gas Grill; Covered Lounge Area; Covered Parking; Covered Entry with stairs to Screened Porch; Outside Shower with changing area; Walkway/Sun Deck; Private Dock Beds: 4 Queen, 1 Bunk Bed Mile Post: 8.5 Guest access The Entire Home, parking at the home. Other things to note Once we receive your reservation we will send you a second Seaside Vacations lease via email. Please sign this in addition to the Airbnb lease and return within 24 hours to confirm your reservation. This email will provide instructions to add optional extras, such as travel interruption insurance, pet fee for pet-friendly homes, early check-in fee, late check-out fee, pool heat fee, wedding/event fee for applicable homes. Minimum Age to Rent: 25 Family Groups Only Personal email address and signed lease are required to confirm reservation. Reservations not confirmed within 48 hours will be considered guest cancellation and will be reported to Airbnb as such. This email will provide instructions to add optional extras, such as travel interruption insurance, pet fee for additional pets at pet-friendly homes*, early check-in fee*, late check-out fee*, pool heat fee*, for applicable homes. *Only applies to certain homes. Pet Friendly or No Pets is specified in the Things to Know section. Early check-in and late check-out are only applicable on homes with 5 bedrooms or less. Please inquire to see if the pool is able to be heated. *Please note: Pool open and close dates are approximate and are not guaranteed to open or close on the dates specified above. Heated service for private pools is only available on homes that offer pool heat as an amenity (inquire with us) and requires one week’s notice prior to your date of arrival. There is an additional fee to heat the pool. Cost varies according to pool size. Please reach out to us to find out the cost to heat a specific pool. Most pool heaters heat five to eight degrees above outside air temperatures. Outdoor community pools are generally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but the exact date for each community pool varies. Reach out to us for exact dates. The Outer Banks is a remote location with natural surroundings. Therefore, some pests, including Palmetto Bugs and midges, are common to the area and may be found inside homes.