Sound front Sunsets from Dock, Pool, Porch & all rooms. Private Beach access!

We had a wonderful stay and truly enjoyed this beautiful OBX property. Check-in was seamless, and Tara was an excellent host — very attentive, polite, and quick to respond. Any minor issues were handled promptly.This trip was especially meaningful for our family, as it had been nine years since we were all able to spend a few days together. Many lasting memories were made, largely thanks to the beautiful property. The views from the house and dock are incredible, and renting the kayaks was a highlight. The only disappointment was that the hot tub was unavailable for the last three nights of our stay. Tara responded right away and offered a refund, which we appreciated, though we were still a bit disappointed as we had looked forward to enjoying it during our family evenings together.The amenities exceeded expectations. The home was well stocked with paper towels, toilet paper, & tissues, and the kitchen had everything needed — plenty of pots, pans, utensils, dishes & more. Plenty of oversized pool towels and bath towels were provided. For guests with dogs, it was a nice bonus to find dog beds, bowls, and shampoo available. Overall, the home had everything we needed, and Walmart and Harris Teeter are just 5–10 minutes away.One small note: the upstairs has only one bathroom, so with two adults and two young girls we coordinated showers and getting ready, not an issue overall, just helpful to know.Overall, we had a fantastic, memorable stay and would absolutely return.

The BEST house we have rented in 30 years going to Duck! Does not feel like a rental - it feels like a comfortable home you could stay at forever. Tara has provided everything you need to make it very livable - from linens, beach towels and chairs, to bikes and lawn games, even paper products and toiletries! The layout is so practical and inviting. Fantastic views of the water, a first floor en-suite, perfect for our 80 year old parents, and a separate bed/bath above the garage which offered valuable privacy for our daughter and son-in-law. The best part though is the huge screen porch! It stays shaded all day but is right next to the pool deck so you can stay out of the sun and still be a part of all the action around the pool. The back yard is very private with an amazing pool and tons of chairs and floats. The spa felt great in the evenings and easily fit all 8 of us. Gorgeous sunset views from the dock, as well as an easy launch spot for kayaking. The house is in a very peaceful neighborhood only a short mile to private beach access with parking, or 3 miles to downtown Duck. Also super easy to enter/exit island or head south to other beaches or shopping without ever having to get on Rt 12 - which is a huge plus on check-in/check-out days! Tara was a fantastic host and was responsive to all my questions before and during our stay. When I messaged her about one very minor maintenance item, she had someone there to fix it within hours! Five stars all around!!

Our family of 4 had a great stay here over Memorial Day weekend. Our kids loved fishing off the dock, the pool & hot tub were great and the screened in porch was an excellent place to hang out during a couple of rain showers. Great quiet location in a neighborhood.

This was my family's first time staying on the sound side. We all agreed that it was beautiful and relaxing.Access to the beach was easy and not crowded. Teens enjoyed riding the bikes in the neighborhood.Definitely would recommend staying at this lovely house.

What we loved:- Private beach is only a few minutes away, and is much quieter than surrounding beaches. There was always ample parking.- Quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors. Surrounded by nature - we particularly enjoyed watching the osprey fish. - Beautiful view from the dock, we experienced some beautiful sunsets. Low light pollution - can clearly see the stars at night- Great for pets, the backyard backs to water and the rest fully is fenced off.- Spacious rooms and clean bathrooms. High ceilings in the living room.- Great for families. Lots of games and activities provided. Lots of fishing supplies provided. My son and I enjoy catching crabs right off the deck.- Well stocked kitchen. My wife and I like to cook, and we weren’t missing anything in the kitchen. Great appliances we particularly enjoyed the craft ice maker.- Pool is pretty and is fun in the evening with its colorful lights.Great location that’s close to great restaurants in Duck- Homeowner was responsive and made checkin seamless.Areas for improvement:- Jacuzzi only heated at specific times and for a fee.- Kayaks cost extra, and they are hard to get them into the water - the path was not clear.- The top bunk could use a guard rail, was nervous about having our son sleeping there. - The pedal boat was a little flimsy.- Check-out time was too early.

I would have given 5/5 on everything but there were a few minor things. The house and location is perfect. Quiet neighborhood in the middle of everything. Pool was awesome and being on the sound was so relaxing. The owner was very responsive and text weeks ahead of time to go through everything with us. The WiFi needs to be upgraded. Very weak and our mobile service was weak too. Not that, that was a huge deal because there was so much to do but definitely a minor fix that could be made. Also the upstairs bathroom toilet was problematic throughout the week. Had to jiggle the handle every time we flushed or it would keep running. And on the last night it stopped flushing completely. Owner knew about the issue so we were a little bummed that hadn't been fixed before we arrived. Again not a deal killer or enough to ruin our stay. We absolutely loved the house otherwise. Would definitely stay here again!

Lovely property ... especially the screened-in wrap around porch and the pool/spa! Unfortunately, the extreme heat didn't allow us to enjoy all the amenities.The only problem we had was with the ice maker, but Tara was quick to respond to try and remedy the problem.Would definitely rent again.

This property is absolutely beautiful! My favorite feature was the screened-in porch – it quickly became our go-to spot for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and evening wildlife watching. Even though we had some rain during our stay, the porch made it easy to still enjoy the outdoors. With a dining table, loveseat, and comfy chairs, we were able to relax while watching river otters, ospreys, and even a baby deer passing by.A close second favorite was the pier – perfectly situated for the most stunning sunsets! It was peaceful and scenic, and a great place to unwind at the end of the day.The grocery store was minutes away and the kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to cook basic meals, which made it easy to settle in and feel at home. The layout of the home is also ideal for multiple couples or families. One bedroom and bathroom has a separate entrance, offering added privacy, and the main bedroom on the first floor is nicely separated from the upstairs bedrooms – a great setup if you’re concerned about noise or different schedules.Overall, this was a fantastic getaway. Whether you're looking to relax, reconnect with nature, or simply enjoy a beautiful view rain or shine, this property delivers. Highly recommend!

What a beautiful, uniquely situated home! Trees on either side bordering the creek near the sound. Our favorite spot was the incredible screened in porch enjoying river otters, ospreys, cranes, deer, and jumping fish! Very comfortable for movement challenged adult with a main bedroom suite downstairs.

Location of property was wonderful. Close to everything we wanted to do. Pool was a refreshing addition. Enjoyed kayaking and day trips to beach. Only thing I would change is WiFi - boat house connection very faint and would go in and out.