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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Duck, NC
  • Place, Nor'Banks Sailing
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Duck Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Corolla Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access

This thoughtfully renovated beach home will have you loving Duck,NC. Located on one of the thinnest parts of the outer banks, it sits on a high dune with ocean and sound views and short walks to each. Walk left to enjoy the beautiful world re-known beaches of Duck, or turn right and enjoy the calm, shallow, sandy bottom sound complete with neighborhood dock, perfect for fishing, crabbing, or just relaxing. Kayak also provided.

The home is coastal traditional boasting causal comfort, furnished with original pieces and artwork from local artist and artisans. It boasts four bedrooms and three full baths. Upon entering the house you will notice the spacious living area with southern pine hard wood flooring throughout. The main living area with cathedral ceiling, has two couches, swivel chairs, and large screen plasma TV. Roku is available in all rooms for streaming your favorite shows. There is an adjoining sitting area which can be part of larger area or can be used for privacy and games.

The kitchen has granite counter tops, large walnut topped island for dining or preparing large meals., and new kitchen appliances. It is equipped with most everything you will need for preparing a gourmet meal. Beverage refrigerator is topped with granite offering a great dry bar area.

The kitchen flows into the dining room which has a large table which seats eight comfortably, and shabby chic cupboard.

The master bedroom has a king size bed, artwork, and flat screen TV with DVD.

Stairs lead to a private third floor bedroom with restored antique four poster bed with twin trundle underneath. Southern pine hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling with ceiling fan, flat screen TV and DVD. There is a full private bath and private deck with Adirondack
rocking chairs.

The bottom floor has two bedrooms, one with queen bed the other with twin beds. Both bedrooms have bamboo hardwood floors. There is a full bath for the two rooms with laundry area with large stackable LG washer and dryer, and folding table and drying rack.

The front decks offer sitting areas to escape and relax. There are steps which lead to ships watch that give great panoramic views of area including ocean and sound. The back deck, entrance off large family room has outdoor eating area for six. This deck has access down to amazing pool area which boasts kidney shaped salt chlorinated pool with loungers for sun bathing. There is a tiki bar with tile counters, sink, and mini fridge with bar stools, steps from the pool. The backyard itself is beautifully landscaped with Bermuda grass, blooming oleanders, and palm trees. It is a true back yard. There is also a hot tub for your enjoyment, ping pong table, and horseshoe pit.

Don't just "Go to Carolina in your mind", live it.

FAQ:

WHERE IS HOUSE AND HOW DO I GET IN ? Once the last payment has been made, usually scheduled three weeks before arrival date, you will be sent address, unique entry code for your week, and other pertinent information on house. There is a 90 day 100% refund.

HOW FAR ARE YOU FROM BEACH? As far as the location of house to beach, please see posted pictures and captions. One picture was taken from house showing ocean access between a yellow and a gray ocean front houses. The second picture shows a close up of access showing same houses. I hope that made sense. Its about a football field walk to beach and a football and half to Sound.

WHEN IS CHECK IN CAN I GET AN EARLY CHECK IN OR LATE CHECK OUT? During summer season it is almost impossible to get an early check in/check out. We stay booked Saturday to Saturday and our cleaners have a very small window between 10 am and 4PM to clean and prepare multiple houses. If renting in off season, contact me and we can review. We do ask that you help our cleaning staff and leave house and neat and clean as possible

ARE LINENS AND TOWELS PROVIDED? You have the option of bringing your on linens or we can provide for a $75 service fee. This included all sheets, pillow cases and bath towels and washcloths. Comforters, pillows, blankets are provided regardless

WHEN DOES POOL OPEN AND IS IT HEATED? Pool normally opens up the middle of April and closes the middle of October. It is not heated and depending on weather and tolerance can be used in those months.

CAN I BRING MY PET? Although I am a pet lover and have dogs myself, due to the short turn over time on Saturday mornings, there is no time for extra cleaning for any pet issues. If you are renting on off season, contact me and we can discuss possibility of allowing pets. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Duck

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Carolina Dunes, a neighborhood in Kitty Hawk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Nor'Banks Sailing, or check out an event or a game at Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Duck, NC

What's nearby

  • Nor'Banks Sailing - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Duck Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Corolla Beach - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 27 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 43 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Point - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roadside Raw Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aqua Spa - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access on Apr 20, 2026 start from $333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Living at its Best. Great Beach and Sound Access located?

This family-friendly Kitty Hawk cottage is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nor'Banks Sailing and Outer Banks Beaches. Scarborough Lane Shoppes and Duck Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Machelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weather not the greatest enjoyed the hot tub
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and pool are grand. Unfortunately, we only got to enjoy them for three days, thanks to Erin. I guess we better have hurricane insurance next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

This was perfect for a family/friends vacation. The check-in process was very simple, and coming and going from the home came with security in knowing a code was required for re-entry. Upon arriving to the property it was clean and fresh linens were provided for each room. The location is perfect for daily beach trips and a short drive to an array of restaurants and shops. Overall, I would 100% recommend booking!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mothers Day trip

We had a great time! Loved the location close to sound and ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home

Very nice property. Loved the location. Steps to the beach and the pool was wonderful. Just pack your suitcase the rest is there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The location of this property was fabulous! Pool area was really nice, we spent alot of time back there when we weren't at the beach! Had a small issue with checkin day but contacted the property manager and he was wonderful!! We would definitely book this location again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Relaxing Location!

Had a great trip! And The Town Of Duck was so nice. Bicycling the town was great and the home was close enough that even I could make it to town and back without more than 1 or 2 stops asking the way. Be aware there are lots of spiders EVERYWHERE.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location, great time!

Gone to Carolina is everything it is promised to be! Very well equipped and family friendly. We had a great stay and an amazing time with our family. The pool and outdoor activities were perfect! Duck is an amazing little town, so quaint and has everything you need. The beach was clean and just a short walk away. We will difinately be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

July 2025 OBX Trip

We had some difficulties with check-in. The code provided to get in didn't work and when I tried to contact the host, they didn't answer. I left a message and waited a little bit for a response, but heard nothing back. So I called again and thankfully, they answered. I got a new code and then, everything else went smoothly! We had a great time. The kitchen had plenty of dishes and cookware. The pool and hot tub were great and it's a very short walk to the beach. This is a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Begins

Loved Gone to Carolina! The place was perfect for our family with size, the decor, location and amenities including the pool. It had a warm feeling to it even though it was a Beach Home for 2 weeks. We would definitely stay here again for a stay in Duck/Corolla! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Spring break trip 2023

Rented the house for a little over a week for a spring break trip with extended family. We really liked the location of the house. You are a short walk to the beach and have quick access to a very nice bike path that runs through Duck. House was clean and everything was in working order. There is everything you need in the kitchen for extended trips and then some. There was 6 adults and one infant and we all had plenty of room. If you don’t mind staying a little further away from all the grocery stores and busy areas of other locations like us, then I definitely would recommend this house.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great to work with!

The property owner was wonderful to work with. I sent him a few questions and he got back to me immediately. This is a nice beach house. It wasn’t too far away from the beach access for the little ones to walk. The *extras were a blessing- the beach wagon, beach umbrellas, and beach chairs! We also made use of the bikes! Just an fyi (I forgot to let the owner know) - there are 5 bicycles but 2 of them have either flat or dry rotted tires. The other 3 are fine. We loved having a fenced in yard for the kids! Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rita S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Our family of 8 had a wonderful time at OBX. The house is in the perfect location-a short walk to the beach (which is beautiful) and the sound and a short drive to restaurants and lots of activities.The house has a lot a character--from the window cutouts to the artwork to the backyard oasis where we spent alot of time. the kitchen was fully equipped with everything you could need, including highchairs and mini crib/pack-n-play for my infant grandson. One con I have to mention--the left deck rail of the deck off the main living area is loose. We put chairs in front of it to block access, but it could be a catastophe if not fixed. Otherwise--we would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Weeks stay

Over the house was ok. We had no AC from when we arrived on Saturday until Monday pm. I wish we were told that we needed to bring our own toile paper, one bathroom had none and the other 2 about 1/3 roll. Easy to pack but were unaware that none would be provided from the beginning. Feel the house keepers could have done a better job, we found other people belonging under the beds. The original post when we made the reservation said 4 full bathrooms, did not realize they are calling the outside shower a full bathroom. They have since undated to say 3 full baths and 1 outdoor shower.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

kurt s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good home, wonderful location

overall the house was very good but our stay did have a couple hiccups. when we arrived and throughout our stay, there was a leak from the ceiling in the ground floor bedroom that dripped directly onto one of the twin beds. my son ended up sleeping on the couch the whole week to avoid the issue. we also immediately ran into issues with the oven when trying to cook dinner the first night. the oven would give an error code and then shut itself down. oven repair guy arrived on wednesday and said the oven would basically need replaced, and a new oven arrived on friday. so there was a significant bit of inconvenience for us not being able to use the oven when we had prepared and froze a few dinners to just heat up in the oven during the week. but the house was pretty good otherwise, the pool and hot tub were excellent! it was 85-ish outside every day and the A/C worked very well. the host had requested we not turn the A/C below 70 and despite the heat outside, we never considered turning it down. we had to turn the temp up! we enjoyed sitting and having coffee on the various decks and in the porch swing. and we really enjoyed the location. the house is in a great neighborhood, and the proximity to the ocean was very nice, just like a 2 minute (not even, maybe) walk to the beach access. there was a beach cart and several beach chairs at the house and we found those to be extremely convenient. we had fun riding bikes into town. all in all a very good home base for our OBX trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michelle L.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Nice Structure But Filthy

Arrived an hour and a half after scheduled check in time. Arrived exhausted only to find house had not been cleaned. I don't mean munir cleaning but major issues. Pile of dirty linen at the door upon entering. Pile of dirty dishes. Linen on floor in one room had what looked like either dried blood or poop. Immediately nauseous. Looks like mold around vents in third floor. Disgusting trash in one of the bathrooms. Not all tvs worked as described..Stove handle broken and laid into of stove . Floors filthy and not swept even after cleaning person finally came and left. Mind you we had to wait another two hours before we could settle in. Communication with owner was mildly satisfactory. He was nonchalant and basically said this type of inconvenience comes with traveling. He was not willing to make any concessions for our inconvenience and utter disgust. I am in the medical profession and bacteria and germs are a huge concern for me. This owner clearly didn't share the same concern. The property is in need of a major deep cleaning and some updates. Other than that s nice Structure in a nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jessica B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Overall I was very disappointed in this property! Starting with the positives, the house was a good size and the location was ok - no ocean views but the short walk was doable. The availability and size of the private pool was great and we did enjoy the spacious hot tub. The beds were also reasonably comfortable. The negatives: Cleanliness: Upon arrival the house was "cleaned" but not well, counters were still sticky and several empty drink bottles were found around the house. The front was littered with trash from an overturned can and the pool bottom was covered in sand. I spent the better part of the first evening re-cleaning the house. Condition of home: This home, while well appointed, could use some TLC. The first floor has a very musty smell, this is where two of the 4 bedrooms are located. The kitchen has has a good selection of plates, cups, etc, but all of the serving utensils and knives were rusted. The faucet in the kitchen sprays everywhere when you try to use it, the refrigerator also had a foul smell. Bathrooms: while nicely decorated, the bathrooms were dirty and the glass shower door was very rusted and difficult to move, often falling off of the track. Bugs: Finally - the worst part was the amount of bugs at this property... there were an abundance of ants and cockroaches both inside and outside. The pool also had ALOT of little spiders in it and all around the sides. After the bug spray provided did not deter them, we ultimately decided to depart early.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect October

Great house, great location. Duck was beautiful this weekend and the fishing was spectacular. Fresh Tuna for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Perfect for our group! Quiet area but close to shops. Easy short walk to the beach or sound for spectacular sunsets. Layout of the house was great and each couple had their own bathroom and deck. House had everything we needed including bikes. Pool and hotub were an excellent addition. Would def rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family getaway

House was nice and perfect for what we needed. Pool was great, kids loved the hot tub. Short walk to the beach but if you have any issues with walking access is not easy. My mom went to the beach once but couldn’t make it another day. You had to be able to walk up/down a dune to get to beach. No control of owner but is helpful for others to be aware. Otherwise, no issues and we had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy decor in a great location

We recently finished our stay and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The location was very walkable to the beach. It’s maybe a block down the street and an easy 5 min stroll. Plus, the owner has a wagon you can use and beach chairs. They also have bikes and a kayak which were fabulous. The kids loved ping pong, the pool and the hot tub. The only con I can think of was the linens that we paid an extra to have. There were maybe 3 washcloths and 10 bath towels. I myself use a washcloth daily and had to use paper towels because we obviously didn’t have enough. I would recommend bringing a few of your own to supplement. It wasn’t a dealbreaker though. We enjoyed our time here and would stay again. Our favorite things to do in OBX were the wild horse tour in Corolla, visiting Manteo and touring the Roanoke Island Festival Park Museum and hiking the sand dune at Jockey Ridge State Park. Make sure you walk on the boardwalk in downtown Duck! It’s hidden on the sound side around where the hammock store is located. It’s so pretty, especially at sunset!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay 2022

The house was clean, well stocked, comfortable, and close to the beach and sound. The neighborhood was quiet and there was a life guard stationed right at the beach entrance. Kids loved the pool. We had a wonderful week. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect family home!

We spent Spring Break 2022 at Caroline Dunes (my husband and I and two young kids). The house was the perfect size for us and could have fit a second family easily. The house also had more kid friendly items than we realized — a pack and play, booster seat and tension baby gate if needed. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need for the week and then some. The house is filled with light with so many places to relax from decks to the backyard to the hot tub (my son’s favorite). We had lovely weather and enjoyed the beach every day (a short walk away). It is close to the shops in Duck but still a quiet spot for the trip. We could see ourselves coming back to this house for years to come. Such a wonderful stay. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

End of summer season 2021

-Very quiet this time of year. -Cannot use pool at night because lights not working, safety issue. -No lights near hot tub so bring flashlights and be careful using steps to prevent injuries. -Suggest not using gas grill in current condition. We bought a charcoal one to use instead. -Tubs are very slippery. Bring rubber bath mats or buy them as we needed to do. Or, just use the outdoor shower and ground level stall across from washer/dryer. -Beautiful views of sunrise and sunset from crow’s nest -Short walk to sound access -Shorter walk to ocean -Bicycles in excellent condition for our ride to Duck Fire Department to purchase tee shirts. We walked everywhere else.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher f.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

location

great location to beach, stores, restaurants and groceries. Duck is away from the more crowded areas of Outer Banks but has everything you need close by. House had everything you need during stay including several bikes, beach chairs, beach buggy, umbrellas. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rod Ferguson

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My wife and three kids have owned the house since 2005 and is a true second home. We spend as much time as we can here and hope you will love Duck and 'life on the sand bar' as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

It is doubtful that you will find another rental property restored, decorated, and furnished like ours. We have created the house the way we do our main residence and hope you will enjoy our slice of happiness as much as we do.
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