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WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly

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Relaxing by the Sound
Spring at Albemarle Sound
Exterior
Sunset
Street view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Hertford, NC
  • Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Jim Catfish Hunter Museum
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City State University
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Edenton, NC (EDE-Northeastern Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Canal View Room

1 Queen Bed

Carolina Soundview Room

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Green Hall bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary ensuite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly

Water Winds is a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Need to work from home? We have high speed internet and plenty of room to do what you have to. This is a great place to relax, spread out and claim plenty of room for yourself. WaterWinds has a calm aesthetic with a large great room, and plenty of comfortable seating options. Your view is the ever changing waters of the Albemarle Sound. We provide kayaks, a game room, crab pots and more. No need to go anywhere else. Fix your meals in our well stocked kitchen with gas range, better than eating out because you know exactly how it was prepared. Support our local fisherman and purchase fresh seafood locally or catch your own. Enjoy the scenery. Pods of dolphin can be seen swimming right off the bulkhead. Otter occasionally sun themselves on the Dock and banks. You will often see Bald head eagles, Osprey and all manner of sea birds from the large Sound side windows. Enjoy your coffee from the comfort of the great room while you experience the peace of the Albemarle Sound. Watch the Sunset and enjoy an outside fire in the brick firepit. Sit on the dock, or lay a blanket or yoga mat out and enjoy the sun. Explore the Sound by kayak, or wade out into the waist high water. Play pool, darts or ping pong in the downstairs games, sports room. Watch awestruck as waves break over the bulkhead during a storm. Walk to the little community park and play a game of tether ball or basketball. The boat ramp is right next to the park for your personal water craft.

The home features 3 bedrooms, all with water view, all queen size. Plenty of linens, water themed rooms with fluffy comforters and a couple of beach towels if you forget yours. 2 baths. The Primary bath has oversized shower. The hall bath has a tub.
-55 inch smart TV in the great room. Smaller TVs with Roku in the 3 bedrooms. -- --
-Washer and dryer in the canal view bedroom.
- The kitchen is a dream to work in with stainless steel appliances and gas stove.
-Stainless grill outside.
- Pet friendly with many dogs in the neighborhood. It is important to keep your pet on a leash and keep them safe from falling in the Sound. Water Winds is bulkheaded so it drops from yard to Water with a low wall in between. Currently there is a ladder available to get in and out of the water at the end of the dock. There are also steps into the water for easy access and to get in and out of the kayaks.

Friendly neighbors will greet you as you walk about Holiday Island. Explore further with day trips to historic Hertford which has the oldest court house still in use. Take a step back in time and enjoy Steamers baseball in a wood stadiums with the original flip numbers, from bygone days. Then watch Bull Durham and see the similarities. Go to Edenton. Walk the town, go out on the docks and watch the boats and maybe get a boat tour of the Albemarle Sound. Take a motor trolley and get a history tour of Edenton. Learn the story of the lighthouse which was moved to its current site in Edenton. An hour and twenty minutes drive will see you to the Outer Banks for a day at the Atlantic Ocean. Kitty Hawk has a great area that is free to park and lifeguards on the beach and a excellent convenience area with showers. Walk to I've Got Your Crabs for fantastic seafood. When going through Elizabeth City stop by the Museum of the Albemarle for some history lessons. The museum is free of charge. Right across from the Museum is the Park with a scenic walk along the Water. Often you can watch sailing lessons and if you book ahead, take one yourself. On your way to the Outer Banks stop by H2OBX, a new WATER park with something for everyone. Then if you're ready for more history look up information on site X of the Lost colony, Interested in the story of Virginia Dare? The latest research says they moved inland 10 miles from Water Winds. Near site X is Bertie beach and see their plans for the future , take some fishing poles and enjoy the Water some more. For more insight into the Albemarle Sound towns and history go to YouTube and type in Exploring North Carolina Circumnavigating the Albemarle sound.

Property manager

Beth Younger
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This property is surrounded by water with a drop.
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet area, noise ordinance strictly enforced
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please keep pets off the furniture and linens.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Kayaks are available free of charge however lifevests must be worn and all equipment must be secured after each use and returned in same condition.
Please keep all pets on a leash to prevent a fall in the Sound, it would be very difficult to get them out as the water drops off from the bulkhead.
Please pick up after your pets, refuse bags are available by the door in the boot box. We may ask for an additional fee if there is damage done by pet

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Quiet area, noise ordinance strictly enforced
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hertford

Located in Hertford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Newbold-White House and Cupola House Association are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation and Chowan Golf and Country Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Jim Catfish Hunter Museum and Port Discover. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hertford, NC

What's nearby

  • Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Newbold-White House - 25 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Jim Catfish Hunter Museum - 31 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 52 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Elizabeth City State University - 53 min drive - 43.6 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beautiful Moon Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Albemarle Plantation - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sound Golf Links Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern at Beechtree Inn - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Hertford holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Jim Catfish Hunter Museum and Newbold-White House. Rocky Hock Playhouse and Cupola House Association are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 80 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home

This is a wonderful place to stay. The house has everything you could ask for. Fishing off the dock was excellent. Very clean with a great view and a good location. The owner is exceptional and is quick to respond to any questions you may have.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Views

Beautiful place to relax and unwind. Well kept waterfront house with table pool ping-pong darts. Accurate description on VRBO!! Loved it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Tarboro

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Enjoyed the house and location with all the comforts of home. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful location

The house was everything we could wish for and more. There was plenty to do when the weather was rainy and more to do when we got some sunshine. The kitchen had everything we needed when we decided to make dinner at home one night or for bringing food in from local diners. The location was perfect for us that were looking for a low-key, relaxing location, but close enough to cities when we wanted to go do some touristy things. We loved the water views. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extremely, relaxing vacation.

Well, thought out property. Amazing views on 3 sides of the building. Great fun watching the wildlife. Home had everything we needed. Kitchen was fabulous. Bedrooms were well appointed.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David E., Huddleston, Va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation refresh

Awesome views, Sunrise and Sunset. Perfect weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Five Weeks in Paradise…

Our second stay and it was just as great as the first. Tastefully furnished and decorated. Not a cookie cutter rental! Beautiful private waterfront location. The Osprey nest was active with mom and a baby. Five families of geese sailed by almost every day. Kayaking here is superb. The hosts are easy to reach and extremely helpful. I can’t wait to come again next year!
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NC East Coast

We had a wonderful stay at the house. Its a great location with incredible views. Beth was awesome to deal with. If we were ever in the area we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed

The views from this house were amazing! Everything was exactly as pictured in the listing. The hosts worked great with us on an early arrival. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views, great stay!

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay and would consider this in our top 3 vacation rentals: spectacular views, a very walkable neighborhood for us and our dogs, and a nicely appointed home. The owner was very responsive and friendly as well. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another 10-Star stay!!!

Back again but for 5 weeks! Waterwinds is even more beautiful than I remember. Brand new deck, beautiful and comfortable furnishings. Fully equipped kitchen with all the amenities. Gorgeous private landscaped waterfront setting. Water on canal side is shallow enough for my 3 and 5 year old great granddaughters to swim. Will be booking next year for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Beautiful house. Right on the water with a beautiful view. Lots of things to do at the house. The owners thought of everything, it was a wonderful place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good value for the money

Everything about this house is top shelf. Absolutely the best value for the money. Fully stocked kitchen, adult sized shampoo, kayaks and bicycles if you wish. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

This was a wonderful, quiet retreat for us...a comfortable waterfront home in a comfortable neighborhood with an awesome view of the Sound...big skies, nesting birds, and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

rosanne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd time around

House was clean. Had all we needed. Beth was so sweet. View and wildlife was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional property

Our stay at WaterWinds was one of our most comfortable and enjoyable rental experiences to date. The home is thoroughly and thoughtfully stocked and exceptionally clean. And the view of the water is fabulous. We look forward to visiting again and want to thank you for sharing this exceptional property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet E., Lopatcong NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing location. Great place to get away from all the craziness and enjoy some peace and quiet without all the tourist traffic and people. Love the area and the owners are great people. My husband caught a huge catfish off the pier on our last day. Thank you Beth for sharing your amazing home with us
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

North Carolina waterfront

Could not have been happier with our accommodations. Beth let us know that we would be able to check in early which was so helpful. Views were spectacular, coming from a landlocked state we spent a lot of time outdoors. House was spotless, would definately recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Minye L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place with ocean view

We enjoyed our stay in this house even during the cold wave. The view is breathtaking. The house is clean. The property manager is very responsive. Plan to come back again when weather is warmer.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent and Bren C., Chesapeake Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome 10 days.

The house was in perfect condition, very clean and made us both happy to be there. Great view of the Sound and stars at night. Very nice and quiet neighborhood. Beth emailed us several times to ensure there were no problems or questions. We had a perfect stay and would recommend Waterwinds to everyone.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

I have lost count, but I believe this was our 5th stay since 2019. I can not put into words the peace this stay gives both me and my husband. Our biggest fear is that one day Beth will want to keep this piece of heaven all to herself. Plan to visit again real soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Serinity

This is our 3rd time renting. When we are there it is like the rest of the world does not exist. Such a beautiful, serene setting. Thank you for having us. We hope to see you again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANJALI C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Must stay

Loved the whole experience- the kayaks, ping pong table ,the View, the deck and everything in the house. Very siacuous and has everything what one would need for a family. Thankyou very much for letting us stay at your property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect View

This was the perfect view for my wife who loves being close to the ocean. We walked a little over 4 miles in the neighborhood everyday and everyone we saw was friendly. The house was clean and dealing with the homeowner was flawless. If we ever make it back to this area we will do our best to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a view!

My sisters and I were looking for a quiet, nicely appointed house with a water view and that's exactly what we got with WaterWinds! We enjoyed our view of the Albemarle Sound from the dock, the deck, and from the family room couch! The water was everything from wavy with white caps to calm and smooth as glass (with a great dolphin show!). Lots of birds to enjoy as well. Would recommend 100%!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Beth Younger

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My husband and I undertook the journey of owning a vacation home a couple of years ago. He is a retired Fire Captain and I am a retired RN. We love horses and the water. Our second careers are teaching horseback riding in the Sandhills of North Carolina. We discovered the Inner Banks after my father bought his vacation home at Albemarle Sound. We would love for you to come and enjoy what we have found here and in the quaint shops and historic areas of Edenton and Hertford.

Why they chose this property

This home has one of the best views of Albemarle Sound at Holiday Island. We purchased it after it had been ravaged by multiple storms and needed a lot of TLC. The headboard in 2 of the bedrooms are salvaged wood from some of the storms. We love to reuse and re-purpose things. The stairs going down to the basement had no banister and no protection from falling right down the stairs. We used old tobacco barn poles and old doors from a torn down depression house to make it safe. We used drift wood for the railing. We have worked very hard so that each thing we have done means something to us, a memory of hard work or good times with family. The dining room table was made by my father in law from wood that came from his farm. Everything has a story.

What makes this property unique

We love looking at the water. We feel tranquil and more at peace. There was a fantastic Thunderstorm last month with a lightening show that went on for an hour that we watched from the great room windows. In Spring and Fall, we have the doors open at night and listen to the waves breaking against the bulkhead or sit out on the dock looking at the stars. Water Winds is a quiet place. The only noise you will hear are the birds and the fish jumping and an occasional boat going by.

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