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Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,

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Property grounds
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Hair dryer
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Popular LocationDuck Boardwalk4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAvalon Fishing Pier13 min drive
  • Popular LocationH2OBX Waterpark17 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)90 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,

Get the best of all worlds on the Outer Banks in this five-bedroom/three-full-bath getaway. Enjoy majestic treetop views of the canal and marine forest -- with abundant wildlife and birds while having nearby beach access,(2 minutes from the house by car), with private community parking as well as the safety of life guards.
Relax in the large screened porch overlooking the lush natural setting. There are great views from the two master bedroom decks. The first-level rec room with an adjacent kids bedroom provides separate space/time for adults and children.
Two good quality kayaks come free with the rental and can be launched from the backyard dock. Enjoy swimming in your own private swimming pool.

Property manager

Dennis O'Brien

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
2 total (up to 20 lb per pet)
Note from host: 2 dogs max, house trained, well behaved.

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 fire extinguisher and 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

Second Nature beautiful Natural Setting Private Pool 2 Kayaks

About the area

Kitty Hawk

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Outer Banks Beaches and Nags Head Woods Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nor'Banks Sailing and Children at Play Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Paradise Fun Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Duck Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • The Sanderling Spa - 12 min drive
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 13 min drive
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 17 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 7 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 7 min drive
  • Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - 5 min drive
  • Coastal Cravings - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, located?

This family-friendly Kitty Hawk holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, Greenleaf Gallery and Duck Boardwalk. Aqua Spa and Duck Woods Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very relaxing
The house is at a great location, close to the beach and halfway between Duck and Kitty Hawk, so with great access to restaurants, shopping, and activities. The screened-in porch is also great. We were comfortable in the house, which was very quiet and peaceful—a relaxing getaway for our whole family and our dog. The owner was very responsive. One tip: bring your own paper products.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall on the Outer Banks
We loved Second Nature. The location was perfect for our day trips. The home is beautifully decorated, well equipped kitchen, and a relaxing place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Tara D.

Quiet location with plenty of space.
I will start with positives. The location of the house is nice being that it is tucked back in and is quiet. The canal is behind the house and that offered chances to see birds and deer. There was plenty of sleeping space with 5 bedrooms and room for 10 people. My favorite part was the crow's nest (highest deck) and the screened in porch. I kept the screened porch open to the house often for the dogs to run in and out and to hear nature. There is pool but not useable in early October. The way the house was set-up, it was great for entertaining. I enjoyed the artsy, eclectic decorations. Anything you could have needed for cooking was supplied. To the negatives, the dishwasher was broken and even when trying to organize the repair with the owner, the repair was never completed. Also, the tv sound in the living room did not work and a solution could not be found after multiple messages and a phone conversation with the owner. The same repairman who was supposed to do the dishwasher was also going to look at the tv, but he never showed. The house could definitely have been cleaner, and it is really could use some love with paint and other repairs such as rotting wood. The coffee pot was toast and should not be used. Also, the expensive linens fees DOES NOT include towels. The owner was kind enough to have towels delivered after I messaged him. Overall, it was a nice place to stay but I was disappointed by things not working as they should and as paid for.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Dr. Joel C., Lodi, Wisconsin

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very dated property that needs a lot of TLC.
This is more of cabin than a house. The location was right, but the house fell far short of expectations. A heavy mildew smell persists in the lowest level and under the kitchen sink. Dishwasher didn't work, but I brought my own dishwasher ;-) A lot of the decking and stairways outside are rotted and need replacing and a coat of paint would really help. Door to the screen porch was broken, I sent a picture to the property manager on the first day with no reply. The property manager did pick up the phone when I called at midnight of the 2nd day with water pouring from a lower level light fixture and ceiling. He said he was 73 miles away and to have the neighbor help to get the water turned off. The neighbor happened to have a special tool and had to turn the water off at the street. My kids did a great job of mopping water and emptying buckets. It's a night we will remember. It was the end of the season so there were a lot of broken items and insulation hanging from the ceiling of the carport. Water toys were full of water and in disrepair with questionable life jackets. It seems there was a lack of pride of ownership/management. Carpets were filthy. 1 family vacation a year should be special, but this property needs about $50k to make it feel special again. Owner left the pool open for the week for an extra fee. We only saw one other pool in the OBX that had been drained for the winter in the first week of October. The screen porch is the best feature. Great place to chill.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Husband/wife year OBX vacation with Dog
Our stay was absolutely wonderful and relaxing! The community of Duck offers so much as far as shopping and dining. Second Nature was the best part! We spent so much time cooking and enjoying the homes other amenities: pool table, porch swings, grill, and swimming pool! The location to the beach access and parking was also a great addition; we took daily trips to the beach with our dog! We are excited to come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation, great house
Remote missing in main bedroom, I downloaded Roku app to work it but didn't figure that out until the last night.. other family members wished there was TV's in their room. two did not have tv's refrigerator shelves need attention. It is very loose and I did break a jar of mine. I mainly mention this for the owner but what a wonderful place. Had plenty of room and had a really great time. Pool was great just a little cloudy water at the early part of the week but was attended to early on by the pool person and cleared up mid week. Kitchen has EVERYTHING you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffery m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Nature is Second to None
The home does need some TLC but… The neighborhood is quiet. The home is well furnished. The wildlife is abundant. The deer are beautiful to watch. The route to the beach allows for walking, biking, or driving complete with a stop light to get you across 12. Not feeling the beach? The pool was great to have. Centrally located between Duck and Kitty Hawk with all the accompanying shopping, eating, and playing. We lacked for nothing. Property manager/owner was great to work with. Can’t recommend this home enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bobby F., Kernersville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but in need of repairs
The house is in need of repairs. The main entrance door was hard to open there is a bad water leak and a lot of mold donn in game room
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Amber S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
OBX Family Reunion
Booked our stay for a family reunion with my immediate family & 2 nephews (both under 2 years old). The location & amenities were most important, especially the pool. Our first day there we noticed that the place is not well taken care of: My dad had to spend 6 hours cleaning the pool area & ridding it of poison ivy & pine needles so the babies could play there. The pool was also low on chlorine (we tested the water because it looked questionable). We did not feel comfortable using other amenities like outdoor showers/kayaks because they were grimy, overgrown & had lots of bugs/spiders. Overall the amenities had great potential and on paper seemed exciting but due to the lack of maintenance weren't realistically usable. There is black mold throughout the basement ceiling & around the skylights in the home. One of the adults stayed in the basement area so the babies didn't get the worst of breathing that in during our stay. Additionally the dryer did not work and the people who came to replace it would drop by unexpectedly. The pool maintenance man came by the morning we were leaving of course lol. Lastly, the owner profiled me I assume for being young and cancelled our request for the rental because he thought we'd be too loud. I had to explain extensively why we were planning to be there and who would be there before he approved our request. Why rent your house out at all if you're that worried about the guests? For the price I would recommend finding somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James A., Doylestown Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Good times in OBX
Everything was great for our trip to the OBX. The house was laid out perfectly for our group. And the kids loved the pool. Thanks for letting us stay for the week. Cheers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023