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OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!

OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!

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Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Duck, NC
  • Popular LocationAqua Spa12 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuck Boardwalk12 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Sanderling Spa10 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)95 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sleeps 10
211 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    2 single beds
Bedroom 5
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath
Bathroom 3
    Combined shower/bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!

Our charming comfortable five bedroom /five bathroom beach house with large in-ground pool (un-heated) and hot tub is located semi-ocean front (just one house back from the beach) from the beach in Duck. It is only 100 steps from the driveway to the dune (OK...I have long legs, so it may take you 125!!). We are only a 10 minute walk to the quaint village of Duck, Outer Banks North Carolina, right opposite Duck Donuts! Our spacious ocean side outdoor decks and seating, the tiki bar and pool entertaining area around our large in-ground pool, coupled with our large lot and semi-ocean front location, makes this one of the nicest homes in Duck.

Inside our home we have three levels. The ground level has a Twin/twin bedroom, bath and TV room with glass sliding doors that open to the swimming pool entertaining area with tiki bar, hot tub, outdoor shower, spacious pool deck, and covered porch seating. The laundry area with full sized washer and dryer are also located on the ground level.

The mid-level area has our fully renovated kitchen with all new appliances, living room with new sofa and matching chairs with large flat-screen, full sized tv. Our dining room seats 10. Bedrooms on this level are a queen bedroom with private bath and one King bedroom with hall bath. The top level has a loft reading/office open area overlooking the lower living room/dining area with glass sliders leading out to our top deck with spectacular views of the ocean, sunrises and lovely sunsets. There is one king bedroom with private bath and one queen bedroom with hall bath.

Note: No elevator. Stairs to main living area and to second story bedrooms. Linens and towels are NOT included in our rental, but can be rented by guests directly with a linen rental company to help guests keep their costs down. Or guests may bring their own linens and towels. Pillows, blankets and quilts are provided.

Bedding: Two kings, two queens, two Twins.

Amenities include: private pool (not heated- open May to mid-October only) bar area by pool, hot tub by pool (available year round), outside shower, cable TV, free WiFi, DVD player, dishwasher, cook top stove, oven, charcoal barbecue grilling, washer and dryer, decks with deck furniture, pool chairs/furniture, parking for four cars.

The village of Duck is quaint, beautiful and welcoming with wonderful local unique shops, cozy cafes, grocery stores, delicious restaurants and water sports entertainment. Duck also has a unique sound side coastal boardwalk that provides great bird watching over the Sound and beautiful sunset vistas, dining, shopping, and dog-walking. Kayakers float by adding to the scenery. Great for families and couples who wish to walk around Duck after a fantastic day on the beach.

For car trips and sight seeing during rainy days, you are spoiled for choice: lighthouses, shopping, and a must visit to Jockey's Ridge, the east coast's largest sand dune and site of the Wright brothers first flight! Visit the Wright Brothers national monument and museum nearby and learn about our country's aviation history and first flight. Head north to Corolla for tours to visit the wild banker ponies, protected and wild. Year round the town of Duck is full of wonderful things to see, places to shop, eat, and enjoy beach time.

Cancellation policy: Full refund if cancelled more than 60 days before the start of your stay.

Property manager

Mike and Mary Hayward

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please no smoking on property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2275 sq ft (211 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: One dog permitted with pet fee of $150.00.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Duck

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is by the ocean. Aqua Spa and The Sanderling Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Nor'Banks Sailing and Children at Play Museum. Paradise Fun Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Aqua Spa - 12 min walk
  • Duck Boardwalk - 12 min walk
  • The Sanderling Spa - 10 min drive
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 17 min drive
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Starbucks - 10 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 10 min drive
  • Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - 3 min drive
  • Coastal Cravings - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach! located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Aqua Spa and Duck Boardwalk. Greenleaf Gallery and Nor'Banks Sailing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family get away!
Great home in a wonderful location within walking distance of shopping and food and beach access. Host was friendly and very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beach Home
This was the perfect beach house for our family. With just a few short steps to the beach and just a short walk to the heart of Duck it is absolutely ideal. The home was well stocked and nicely decorated. The outdoor setting—pool, hot tub and party lights was very fun. All was clean and well kept. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hope to come again - Fantastic
Found this house on Vrbo as a last minute option and couldn't be happier with our choice. Our original plans fell through (ferry to Ocracoke closed due to storms - road closures etc) so we found this and it was a much quicker drive for us from northern VA - and we've never stayed in Duck before. Communication from the owner was prompt and courteous. Entry with the code was a breeze. Large home and plenty of room for us for a couple of days - beautiful blue color on the house, by the way! It was windy and chilly but the beach is only a few steps away so we enjoyed it anyway. Nice big driveway, very clean home and the ensuite king bedroom (top floor) has a super nice and modern bathroom that appears to have recently been remodeled. Excellent water pressure throughout and there are two thermostats for upper and lower floors. We were very, very comfortable. Fantastic view from the kitchen balcony, and there's a Keurig there too - not having to bring our own was a huge help. Remember to bring your own sheets and towels. Highly recommended and hope to stay there again. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is it
Property was amazing, We will be wanting to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Velonnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
OBX
Was perfect. Short walk to the beach and nice walk to boardwalk and shops.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R., Nashville, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation time...perfectly balanced!
On vacation, our family always finds it hard to strike a balance between entertainment/activities and restful seclusion. We were delighted to discover that our stay at OBX Box struck the perfect balance. We could walk to the beach, walk to Duck for dinner, or hang out together in this peaceful, quiet neighborhood. If we wanted to stray farther away into Kitty Hawk, Nags Head, or Corolla, we could be there by car in minutes. It was the perfectly balanced vacation - everyone came away happy, relaxed, and sad to leave after such a fantastic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home! 5 Stars
Beautiful home, such great ocean views. The host was fabulous and we loved the layout of the home. It was so bright and spacious, well decorated and very clean. We would def. rebook in the future. The hot tub and oool area were also just lovely. Set up so well w privacy trees and nice fencing. I highly recommend this rental!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A “special” birthday getaway made even better!
I surprised my spouse with a long weekend beach trip - I mean, who doesn’t want to be on the beach in February? Yes - it was cold. And YES - it was fantastic. The house was clearly renovated with an eye toward quality and beachy beauty. The appliances were new and CLEAN, the flooring was very nice, the beds were comfortable, and the decorating made us feel like we were at home. The location is perfect. Even though one of the beach accesses was closed due to storm damage, it was just a quick walk to the next one down (at Scarborough Lane). The house is VERY close to all the best that Duck has to offer. And although it’s still very off-season, quite a few of the shops in Scarborough Faire were open for business! We hope to have the opportunity to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn C. B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
New Year’s in OBX
We enjoyed our stay. The property is perfectly located in Duck. Walking distance to the town a street off the beachfront with very close public access. Each bedroom has access to their own bathroom and the public areas were great. We communicated to owner concern on cleanliness. We would rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving 2023
Our week was a little chilly with only one day of rain. The house was warm and cozy and a delight to stay in. The kitchen is a amply furnished and the living area comfy. We had just 5 adults in the house and had extra room everywhere. We got our linens from Moneysworth and they were waiting for us at arrival. Good service. A lot of the dunes had washed away from storms and sand fences were being installed to catch the sand over the winter. All the Duck stores on the boardwalk were open as were the local restaurants. We had a wonderful week in a wonderful house. Truly 5 stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023