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

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10211 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Duck, NC
  • Popular LocationAqua Spa12 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuck Boardwalk12 min walk
  • Popular LocationH2OBX Waterpark20 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)95 min drive

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About the area

Duck

This holiday home places you steps from Outer Banks Beaches and within a 15-minute stroll of Aqua Spa. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 5 bathrooms, a balcony and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a hot tub. .In proximity to this Kitty Hawk holiday home you'll find Wright Brothers National Memorial.

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

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 loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,275 square feet

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 welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!?

Yep, OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach! is a short 1-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, water tubing and windsurfing. You can also find motor boats.

Is there a spa on site at OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!?

No, there is no spa at this property. Aqua Spa is a short 12-minute walk away.

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

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!.

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

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach!?

No, OBX Box -- Semi Ocean Front w/ Pool and hot tub - Just a Minute to the Beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 161 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 161 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 161 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 161 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream vacation in Duck!
This was our 6th trip to Duck and this was, by far, the best house we've ever stayed in. From start to finish, everything was perfect. The location alone cannot be beat - you are from steps the beach and just down the street from restaurants and shopping. The house was outstanding! So clean, updated showers and really well stocked - we had everything we needed for the week. Mike was quick to respond to any questions or to give me updates. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Shayna K., Monroeville, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Family Beach Stay!
We had such a wonderful time at this property. The hosts were great communicators, they provided clear instructions, etc. I feel the photos were accurate of the property. Each bedroom having its own bath was such a great plus for our family, and the downstairs bathroom was perfect for beach and pool bathroom breaks! The outdoor spaces were our favorite… two beautiful decks overlooking the ocean and a perfect pool setup with great quality outdoor furniture. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. The beach walk immediately next to the home was not in service due to a storm but the nearest access wasn’t far away so it didn’t impact us much, if at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

Liked: Cleanliness
OBX Family getaway
Property is in a beautiful neighborhood. The beach is just a short walk away. You can see and hear the ocean from the upper deck. The house was very clean and has plenty of room for the whole family. Pool and hot tub are very nice with a great patio space big enough for everyone to hangout and relax. My family had a great vacation. I would highly recommend this property for your next OBX getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super spot!
I can't say enough good things about this house and hosts! What an amazing spot for a multi generation family. We had an amazing week despite a tropical storm and a town water main break... Mike was on top of what the town waterworks had going on... that just added to our adventure! The location is amazing and literally just steps from the beach... house is really well equipped and perfect for a family. The pool and hot tub were great after a day at the beach. Highly recommend this beautiful house... hope to visit again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
We loved the location of the house - so close to the beach, especially with toddlers. Great pool and hot tub! We’ve rented this house several years and would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beach Home
This home is perfect. We were a family vacation and the set up with 5 bedrooms and 5 baths is perfect! There are 3 comfortable living spaces to allow for a getaway if needed. Lots of comfortable spots to curl up with a book, but also lots of great spaces for the family to gather all together for a meal or game time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bill S.

First Time In Duck
Excellent location; close proximity to beach and town. Great pool. Adequate furnishings. Gas grill would have been more accommodating. Upstairs bedrooms were very warm. Temperature setting restrictions on A/C. Limited seating/close quarters in living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home, Fabulous Hosts
This house is steps from the beach, beautifully appointed, with great decor and thoughtful details. The owners regularly update the house, and are friendly and responsive. A perfect house for a smaller group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and communication with owner
We stayed here for a week and this place had nearly everything we needed, including an amazing location. The property was walking/biking distant from downtown Duck and steps from the beach. The pool and hot tub were great to have when the beach got a little too hot. The communication with Mike before and during the trip was quick and friendly. Really we only had 2 main things we would improve: 1) having more hooks in master bathrooms for towels and wet bathing suits. We ended up getting a few Command hooks to hang for the week…and 2) it was great the pool service guy came mid-week, but he didn’t clean the pool or hot tub. Just added chemicals. Going from beach to pool we made sure to rinse off in the outdoor shower each time, but sand always found it’s way into the water. So a lot of sand collected at the bottom of the pool even by Wednesday. But obviously these weren’t game changers and overall this house, stay, and experience gave us a great family vacation. I’d recommend this house for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Once again a great vacation
Our third year vacationing at this great beach house was wonderful as always. So much to do in the town of Duck. Having the beach across the street is so convenient and the kids (and adults) loved the pool. We will be back next year for our 4th annual family Duck vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house.
The house was very clean. It really is just steps to the beach. Just a short walk to all the shops. Perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Vacation Home
We visited OBX over the Massachusetts April school vacation. The weather was perfect. The ocean water was too cold for swimming at the beginning of the week, but did warm enough to swim by the end of the week. Mike and Mary's home was wonderful. 100 steps to the beach is pretty accurate. The home is not on the water, but actually closer to the beach than some OBX ocean front properties. There is a nice view from the third floor and we could hear the waves crashing all week. Everything was clean, to include the very nice pool area, and Mike could not have been more responsive to our questions. The neighborhood (Ocean Dunes) is easily within walking distance to downtown Duck. We highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonietta T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house in a fabulous location
This is a lovely and spacious house just a few steps from the beach. There was plenty of room for our extended family of 9, and we enjoyed all that the house had to offer. Communicating with the hosts was easy and efficient and they were very accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura-Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Break
Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine c.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEST place to stay for families in OBX
Beautiful, quiet and friendly neighborhood and wide, very close beach. Walking distance to the shops, restaurants and the sound. Spacious, airy and very clean house on a large lot, so very private. We had a wonderful time and are grateful that it is dog-friendly. thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023