Escape to Sunset Sanctuary, nestled in the heart of the Outer Banks. Located in Colington Harbour, this charming canal front cottage offers access to community amenities and events. Enjoy scenic views of the Albemarle Sound from your private dock or unwind on the deck overlooking a flat yard perfect for relaxing.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6143 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Take a break and unwind at this canal front cottage located in Colington Harbour, a private gated subdivision situated in the heart of the Outer Banks. A thriving boating community featuring miles of canals with scenic sound front homes along the beautiful Albemarle Sound. As a guest at Sunset Sanctuary, you have access to all the community amenities & events. A quick drive east on Colington Drive leads you past the Wright Brothers Memorial Monument and the Atlantic Ocean & Beach (4.5 mile)!
The space This home adopted an African Wild Dog - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful species! Pull into the parking area and take a few steps down to a deck that surrounds the house on two sides. The main entrance leads you into the open living, dining, & kitchen spaces with lots of windows to showcase the beautiful views of the canal in the backyard with a view of the sound and amazing sunsets in the distance! The vaulted wooden ceilings throughout with ceiling fans give the home a cottage like feel. Recently renovated and well stocked kitchen! As you take the hallway down to the bedrooms, there is one full bathroom, one queen bedroom with half bath connected, second queen bedroom, and at the end of the hallway the spacious master bedroom with king bed, full bath with tub, & your own entrance to a deck off the back of the house. Take the deck down into the backyard for your waterfront and private dock access. Nice flat yard with shade provided on the back patio perfect for hanging out in the day time or fantastic place to retreat to in the evening for sunset!
Guest access *Guests have access to the entire property except for locked owners closets.
*Huge sound side park with sandy beaches, a playground, and sheltered picnic areas, a basketball court, as well as a kayak rack, boat launch, boat slips for rent and the Yacht and Racket Club, which allows use of the outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and community clubhouse!
*Discount to OBX local favorite restaurant!
*Special Discount for our guests on beach rental supplies & set up between Duck to South Nags Head! Any Questions - please ask your host!
Other things to note All guests are provided one bath towel, beach towel, and wash cloth.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Leave in a pile in hamper or bathroom. Start a load of towels if you would like - not a request!
Leave beds alone - do not strip!
Remove all trash from house (kitchen, bathroom, etc) place in dumpster outside of house.
Make sure all dishes are clean, dry and put away.
Turn all lights off.
Set AC to 74 in summer and Heat to 68 in the winter at departure.
Lock all doors & windows at your departure.
If a key was used please put it back in lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pet fee/pet. No pets on furniture. Clean up.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Colington Harbour, a neighborhood in Kill Devil Hills, is home to this vacation home. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Monument to a Century of Flight are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Outer Banks Mall and Outlets Nags Head. Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop and Destination Fun are also worth visiting. Visit our Kill Devil Hills travel guide
Is SunsetSanctuary-CanalFront/DogFriendly/Pool&Tennis pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at SunsetSanctuary-CanalFront/DogFriendly/Pool&Tennis?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at SunsetSanctuary-CanalFront/DogFriendly/Pool&Tennis?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is SunsetSanctuary-CanalFront/DogFriendly/Pool&Tennis located?
Located in Colington Harbour, this vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Albemarle Sound and within 6 mi (10 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Aviation Dog Park. Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop and Destination Fun are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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