Title: Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90701861&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach Holiday home on the beach, with hot tub ## Photo gallery for Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach ![Smart TV, fireplace - Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach (Carova)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90710000/90701900/90701861/2901cb07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach (Carova)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90710000/90701900/90701861/c438410c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach (Carova)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90710000/90701900/90701861/ad97a5ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach (Carova)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90710000/90701900/90701861/0a4b682e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach (Carova)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90710000/90701900/90701861/df752961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Northwind and Villa, a one-of-a-kind custom home, offers an unparalleled oceanfront experience with its 4x4 beach access. Enjoy the large private pool on the ocean side of this lovely home, complete with ample seating and either gas or charcoal grill. The main house features three levels of living space with multiple bedrooms and private decks for taking in those fantastic views. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102748 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach "Northwind and Villa" Come experience the "4x4 BEACH" in this one-of-a-kind custom home with some pretty fantastic spaces. The delightful design offers the main house with three bedrooms and the "Villa" with a fourth bedroom, independent kitchen and bath. This set up allows one couple to get away from it all if desired!! A novel approach to the very real possibility that someone in the group will need more \[sleep? - quiet? - privacy? - fill in the blank! \] Find the link to the Villa 3d tour in the dining room doorway of the 3D tour of the main house. The main house has three levels with a ground level entrance. Up the stairs to the right, level two offers a huge oceanfront living space with kitchen, dining, living room, laundry and half bath. If you go left at the top of the entry stairs, you're in the king bedroom with private bath and deck access. There is a hot tub on this level on the northeast level two deck. Upstairs to level three you'll find an oceanfront living space with couch, tv and deck with fantastic oceanfront views. Two bedrooms behind this living area offer two Queens in one room and a King with twin trundle in the other. These two rooms have their own private half bath (toilet and sink) but there is an access from either side to get into the "shower room". "Villa" is connected to the main house by the level two deck. This tiny house is situated to the south of the main house and offers a small living space with sleeper sofa, kitchenette, full bath and a loft with queen bed. Perfect for a young couple or small family. See the 3D tour here: Enjoy the large private pool on the ocean side of this lovely home, with ample seating and either gas or charcoal grill. Walkways/ boardwalk between the house, pool and outside shower mean no sandy feet from pool to living room!! :-) Northwind is a dreamy place, with so many spaces for gathering or for solitude. Come enjoy the oceanfront experience; crashing waves, soft ocean breezes and blue expanses from every level of Northwind and Villa. The huge number of stars in the sky and the moon rising over the ocean will remind you of how grand the world is and how lucky you are to be right where you are. Saturday Check in - 4 Wheel Drive Required- there are NO HARD ROADS HERE- Linens and Towels Provided - Approximately 7 miles up the 4x4 beach. No pets! Hot tub and pool open Mid May to late September. Parking at the house is free and unlimited. Guests will borrow the two season passes for parking on the beach. No graduation groups or events are allowed in any of the houses offered by Carova Cottages. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,748 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102285100/102285079/0867c434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### C9020 Paradise Again. 4x4 Area, Wild Horses, Pool, Great Ocean Views! 4x4 - Carova Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=102285079&PinnedHotelID=102285079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116130000/116127800/116127726/b97d7904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BRAND NEW home! 3 night minimum stay, 4x4 beach! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2135-247314 ## About the area Located in Corolla, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge, while Wild Horse Museum and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway are also worth visiting. With windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Corolla travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corolla.dx180789) [View more Holiday homes in Corolla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corolla-Private-Holiday-Homes.d180789-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.49118%2C-75.85611&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Do_ktV8jhuFZsOToPjYJHNnff-I=) Carova, North Carolina ### Getting around - Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - Beach Week 35 min drive - hunters feast 183 min drive - Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt 18 min walk - Mc's bar 13 min walk - Crab Cantina 180 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach have a pool? ### Is Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach? ### What time is check-in at Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach? ### What time is check-out at Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach? ### Where is Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Northwind! Oceanfrnt, private pool, Astounding Panoramic Views! 4x4 beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Y. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House!! Our first trip to Carova. House had a great location. Was very clean. The horses were beautiful. I would highly recommend!! ![Horses visited daily!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/898e1586-18d3-449a-8b3b-08204b98738b-1750565730015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Elizabeth Y. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lara G. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house! The house was beautiful. Very spacious and comfy. Easy to get to beach. Very nice pool to swim in. ##### Lara G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caitlin C. 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer Retreat This beautiful home in a private area is exactly what we needed! Gorgeous ocean front views, pool, and hot tub helped us all recharge. Horses came to the house and on the beach every day around dawn and dusk. We saw dolphins on several mornings, and dragonflies were fluttering around. It was beautiful, peaceful, and we would absolutely stay again. What a slice of paradise! ##### Caitlin C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles H. 30 Jul 2024 #### Northwind Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful newer home in the 4x4 of the Outerbanks, It was our first time on the 4x4 beach, The access to the beach was so convenient just a short walk over the dune, and a great view! The parking under the house is great to keep the sun and rain off your gear and vehicle. Many refrigerators and tons of pantry space for all the food storage. The interior has a great layout for large family and fellowshipping at the dinner table. I would highly recommend this spot to anyone coming to the 4x4 beach! ##### Charles H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew W. 12 Sept 2023 #### Beach Getaway Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We needed a week away just to rest from the busy world. This was perfect!! We shut ourselves off and just enjoyed each other and God’s creation. This house was so perfect. Placed right by the water with a pool and hot tub. The owner has the house well stocked and the house is just gorgeous. We saw wild horses almost everyday. The sunrises and sunsets were my favorite! We hope to return in the future to make more memories. ##### Andrew W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa M. 18 Jun 2024 #### June 8-15, 2024 Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Second trip back to Northwind. Family of 8\. The house was amazing and the management company always goes above and beyond. My only recommendation would be privacy blinds/curtains in the bedrooms. Especially the windows facing the beach in the upstairs bedrooms. While we loved to watch the sunrise, we also like to sleep in on vacation which is next to impossible when the sun shines directly into the room. There also isn't much privacy in the evening in any of the bedrooms due to thin shear curtains only. ##### Melissa M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren M. 27 Sept 2023 #### Amazing accommodations for our family Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had great communication ahead of our stay and throughout our stay. The house is very clean. It feels very new. The upstairs bedrooms are extremely spacious. The shared shower between the two is a nice feature so that both rooms had a primary suite feel. The kitchen was large! There was also a second refrigerator/ freezer in the laundry room. My mother stayed in the villa. She enjoyed the feel of having her own escape when she went to bed. One note... the steps to the bed of the loft are extremely steep. The loft is not very spacious but perfect for the villa. The pool was warm! The horses were near daily! The beach is beautifully right in your view. You do have to walk out front and around the corner versus straight out to the beach because of the dunes. We enjoyed the sunrises and sunsets each day! ##### Lauren M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis E. 10 Aug 2024 #### Northwind July 13 -20 family vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family will remember our week at Northwind for many years. All of us, from the one year old to the 60+year old grandparents, enjoyed this home's incredible accommodations. The nine of us were able to spend lots of time together, without feeling cramped (or impeding on the little one's nap times). The pool and the hot tub were major wins, making it easy to spend many happy hours in the sun. We won't forget the view of wild horses near the house and the rainbow over the ocean on our last night. The home is in impeccable shape with every comfort available. A must-book house for families looking to make memories by the sea. ##### Dennis E. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krista M. 22 Jul 2024 #### Beautiful home to make family memories! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Northwind. We are very particular with cleanliness and really appreciated that the home was clean, well maintained, and simple in decor. The bedrooms/cottage were perfect for our family. The views were spectacular. We hope that we’re able to come back in the future ! ##### Krista M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 18 Aug 2025 #### Outstanding stay in a fascinating area Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were extremely pleased by our comfortable and very well-maintained facilities. Fortunately we were well-prepped for the beach (and the sandy drive!) ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron S. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house Newer home ##### Aaron S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles H. 21 Jul 2025 #### Northwind Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great time, clean house and everything worked as expected, MM 19.5 is a premier spot on the 4x4. ##### Charles H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle K. 4 Aug 2025 #### Perfect getaway Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The northwind house was stunning! Laura, our contact, was super helpful and very responsive for the couple questions we had. Easy walk to a beautiful beach and the horses came to visit for breakfast and lunch various days. The beds were comfy, the water pressure was great, the whole house was simply wonderful. Beach drive was fine and easy in a lifted gmc and stock ram. ##### Danielle K. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie H. 17 Aug 2025 #### A Peaceful and Unique Stay in Carova Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had the most memorable stay at Northwind in Carova, NC, and we would absolutely return again. This was our first time staying on a 4WD beach and while I was a little nervous about navigating it beforehand, the experience was far easier than I anticipated. In fact, driving in and out became one of the most unique parts of our trip, it gave us the sense of being in a hidden coastal retreat, far away from the bustle of everyday life.The location of the property was exactly as described, tucked away in an area without paved streets, which added to the privacy and peacefulness of the setting. We felt fortunate to be surrounded by such beauty and solitude. One of the highlights of our trip was seeing the wild horses every single day, often multiple times. Being able to observe them up close in their natural environment was incredible and it’s an experience we’ll always treasure.The home itself had a clean, minimalist aesthetic that I truly appreciated in a beach house. It was well maintained, fresh, and uncluttered, perfect for relaxing after long days outdoors. With a pool, hot tub, and the beach just steps away, we had everything we needed for a rejuvenating vacation. The property managers were communicative and helpful, which made the process seamless from start to finish.Beyond the property, we explored the surrounding Outer Banks and enjoyed a variety of activities. We visited the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, spent a day in Duck shopping and having lunch, and had a wonderful evening in Corolla. The 25-minute drive down the 4WD beach was shorter than expected, making it easy to access nearby towns while still feeling worlds away when we returned “home.”Overall, our stay at Northwind exceeded expectations. It offered the perfect balance of seclusion, comfort, and convenience. If you’re looking for a place to unwind, reconnect with nature, and experience the Outer Banks in a truly speci ##### Jamie H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Tom M. 18 Jul 2023 #### Would recommend even stay again but needs obvious things. Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall good experience with some issues that need addressed by property owners. Poorly designed area around entrances to pool and home with sand and sharp gravel making it impossible to not track sand into both AFTER completely rinsing off. There should be elevated deck walkway from outside shower to pool and around home entrances to limit sand carried in. Outside shower door should be on POOL side of the shower. SAFE Water issues must be understood and insisted on. A lack of privacy with almost no window coverings plus lack of shade from sun. Wall hangings and few curtain rods need to be safely and properly installed, a shredded and weak piece of wire cable came apart and huge mirror just fell down from wall luckily not on any children and did not fall over and break. Curtain rod in Master fell bec held in by 1/2 inch screw in drywall (no anchor at all). Side connected "chalet" not good design with bed jammed up into an attic space with angled ceiling. Two main house upstairs bedrooms had ridiculous large "SHARED" shower room with only a flimsy curtain separating one showering from the other bedroom person being on a toilet...thus 2 upstairs bedrooms have basically HALF BATHS since only one person could be in the shower or EITHER toilet at same time, VERY ODD design, put a wall up and make it 2 plenty big enough showers?? ##### Tom M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kristen D. 27 Aug 2023 #### Gorgeous House but with Design Issues Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed here with our family of five, including three adult children. The house was brand-new and decorated beautifully. The check in was super easy. The bedrooms in the main house were all great sizes and very spacious. We also loved the large deck and the hot-tub. However, there were also some significant design flaws. In the first floor master, the open shower was large and wonderful, but if not using the rain shower head, the handheld shower head sprayed water everywhere all over the bathroom floor due to no shower curtain or door. The upstairs shower was enormous. However, because it is shared by two rooms, it would've been better to have two separate, smaller showers. There were no blinds or curtains on the vast majority of windows, and the houses next door could look straight into the bedrooms and bathrooms.While the villa was gorgeous and it was very nice having a second fully stocked kitchen, there were also some major issues. First, the bed is on a second level within the villa, and the stairs are very, very steep. They would not be safe for young children or grandparents. We loved the idea of having a separate space for in-laws to come down with a family, but would worry about the safety of any older adults or children on the stairs. Additionally, the shower in the villa is very small, and the door is arranged such that the door opens inward into the shower. This means you had to open the shower door into the shower, step into the shower, squish against the back wall, and pull the shower door across your body to close it. Only our youngest daughter was able to step into the shower without being shoved into the back corner, and my husband physically could not get into the shower and close the door. A simple fix would be a door that opens outward. It was wonderful seeing the horses nightly and lots of peace and quiet, but very difficult to get to the rest of the island (an hour each way), so do your grocery shopping ahead of time. ##### Kristen D. ---