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Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling

Family-friendly holiday home in Kitty Hawk with a water park

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large open living, dining room and kitchen -- with wood burning fireplace
semi-ocean front home, 1 minute walk to the beach
large windows with access to the deck with views of the ocean
light and lively living room enough room for all guests, with a smart TV
light and lively living room enough room for all guests

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Duck, NC
  • Place, The Sanderling Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Duck Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Beach Therapy

1 Queen Bed

Flamingo Room

2 Single Beds

Navy room

1 Queen Bed

Turquoise Room

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

east side bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

west side bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling

- 🌞 **Welcome to Writers' Refuge II: Your Slice of Beachy Bliss** 🌞

- Your dream vacation starts here at Writers' Refuge II, nestled in the Sanderling community.

- Enjoy sunny days, breezy nights, and starry memories from this ocean view contemporary cottage; let the sounds of the sea lull you to sleep;

- 7-night summer minimum (Saturday to Saturday, Memorial Day to Labor Day), 2-night minimum during all other seasons.

- 🌊 **60 Seconds to Paradise**

- Just a 1-minute walk to OBX’s beautiful, wide-open beaches via private access.
- Enjoy 2 single-person kayaks and serene nature trails.

- 🏡 **Home Sweet (Beach) Home**

- Recently renovated, with each room designed for fun and relaxation.
- Spacious great room with surrounded with windows, sunny and covered decks, beach-themed linens (fresh for every stay).

- 🍹 **Cheers to Happy Hour!**

- Relax on the vibrant screened porch.
- Gather for dinner around a table that comfortably seats 10.

- 👀 **Explore Glorious Duck**

- Avoid the crowds while staying near Duck’s quaint village and dining spots.
- Enjoy exclusive beach access, nature trails, and world-class restaurants.

- 🎾 **Extras for Fun**

- Complimentary access to the Sanderling Community Pool and Tennis Club (small fee for tennis), just 1.5 miles away.

- 💤 **Drift into Dreamland**

- Descend the spiral staircase to your beach-themed sanctuary:

- 🐟 The Blue Fish Room (Queen)
- 🏖️ The Beach Therapy Room (Queen)
- 🦩 The Flamingo Room (Twin Beds)
- 🐚 The Turquoise Room (Pyramid Bunk & Twin Trundle)

- 🍳 **Fully-Stocked Beach Vacation**

- Includes beach chairs, boogie boards, kayaks, beach wagon and beach toys.
- New kitchenware, beach-themed platters and cooking essentials.
- Fresh linens, towels, and beach-themed quilts.
- Cable TV, high-speed WIFI, BOSE wireless speaker and phone access.
- Dual charcoal and gas grills.
- Outdoor shower with hot water.
- Wood-burning fireplace for cozy autumn and winter nights.

- 👙 **Community Pool Dates**

- Open May 20 to Oct 14.

- 🎾 **Tennis Anyone?**

- Play a round for a small fee!

- 🌊🌟 **From Summer to Winter, Writers' Refuge II is Where Memories are Made!**
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 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

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Duck

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Nor'Banks Sailing, or check out an event or a game at Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Duck, NC

What's nearby

  • The Sanderling Spa - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Duck Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 22 min drive - 16.1 km
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 34 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪NC Coast Grill & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Village Table And Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling located?

This family-friendly Kitty Hawk holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, Nor'Banks Sailing and The Sanderling Spa. Duck Boardwalk is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Family getaway!!!

This was our first family vacation in 10 years and I will say it was amazing. The house was perfect. Steps away from the beach. When you look at the listing you never know what you are going to get but I will say everything stated was there. We cooked in every night and had plenty of cookware. Kitchen was fully stocked!! We had 2 little ones with us and it was perfect being so close to the beach and the rooms worked out great for us. The table fitted all of us so dinners and family game night was great!!! Highly recommend this house to all!!! We actually had a visitor come to our door who is renting the house next year…he was super nice and also loved the house!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hely S.

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

Great Family Get Away

Stayed here with my Wife's family, we were comfortable, great location next to the beach. Really enjoyed the screen porch, listening to the rain fall.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

Heavenly escape

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Writers Refuge. The decks, views, neighborhood, and location were perfect. Will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele D., Canfield Ohio, usa

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

Great property!

This property was absolutely perfect for us! It is about a 2 minute walk to the private community beach, which was perfect because it never got too crowded. Also, just a short drive to the shops in duck, or the other way to Corolla. We loved the location and would definitely consider booking this again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Favorite spot in Duck

This is my family’s second time renting this house and you can’t beat the location or the beautiful home. My husband loves surf fishing and the beach in walking distance to the house has amazing fishing and a beautiful clean beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beach Getaway

We had a wonderful time with great friends and perfect late summer weather!! Just a short walk to the beach, the home is perfectly situated in a quiet & private community. Very clean and comfortable! Looking forward to a return visit next year!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bo H.

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

Family vacation

House worked great for our family. Loved the open reverse floorplan and large dining table. Very short walk to the beach and has views of the ocean from the ocean side of the house and porch. House was clean and furniture was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Loretta L.

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

Great house, great owners.

The property was very nice. Great location, in two minutes you're on the beach. Patty supplied everything - sheets, towels, even beach towels, umbrellas, chairs, and a cart to transport everything to the beach. Beds were comfortable and four different decks. Communication was great. Beach is closed to the public so not crowded, at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shreyas Z.

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

Amazing weekend with the family

We rented this property for the family weekend. The house was really nice. The various touches were amazing and each piece was chosen very carefully. It was completely stock up with thing we need for bedroom, kitchen, beach. All of us enjoyed our time. Oh, the screened-in porch was amazing to hang out at night, and beach was a 2min walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gaye V., Flemington, NJ

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

Very comfortable and well stocked

This house is lovely and is stocked with so many essentials. What I loved most is that the beds were very comfortable, and also that everyone had their own space if they wanted it. The common areas are spacious and accommodate a large family very nicely. One other thing to note is that we had an infant and some loud snorers, and none could be heard during the night. It was a great find!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Perfect location

My family and I (2 adults/2 teens) very much enjoyed our stay at this beach home. The house was clean and nicely decorated. There was a nice open layout on the top floor with plenty of space to spread out. Having a screened in porch in addition to all of the deck space was very nice. It was an easy, short walk to both the ocean and the bay. The house was just a short drive from the downtown of Duck which offers many nice restaurants and shops. There’s also a nice path to walk or bike there as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

tricia f.

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

Perfect in every way

We enjoyed a very special time in Patty's lovely beach home; the location, layout, spaciousness, and attention to details provided us with an experience that, I believe, we could not have found anywhere else in the Outer Banks. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed by Patty's warmth and kindness, as well as her generous response to questions we asked. Her beautiful home was clean, tidy and has everything one needs to relax, enjoy and create some memorable moments at the beach! We are so grateful for the opportunity we had to breathe in the ocean breezes, sights and sounds from the comfort of Writers Refuge II and an amazing home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Comfortable and Convenient

We enjoyed our stay at Writer's Refuge. This home is clean, comfortable and well equipped. Location to the town of Duck and beach access is very convenient for guests interested in sunbathing or shopping and dining out. There are some things needing a little TLC. Some outdoor equipment and furniture requires maintenance or replacement, ie: rusty/ torn beach cabanas and umbrella stands/ table and chairs on upper deck. Bedroom space is tight for 10 people, we had 7 adults, 2 small children. Sliding door to small "writer's deck" is difficult to open and close. Several table lamps needed light bulbs replaced. There is no controlling the weather and it was rainy before and during our stay. The nearby parking lot next to the house was a pond the entire week due to inadequate drainage/grading and that extended into the side/ backyard of this property. We did not take advantage sitting on the first floor deck due to high mosquito activity there. Screen door on the upper deck is flapping loosely letting in flies/ mosquitos.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen M., Frederick, MD

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

Home away from home

Our stay was wonderful. It was so easy to walk into the house and get settled in. We have stayed at a number of beach houses on the East Coast, but this was our first stay at the Outer Banks. We fell in love with the area and the house! Its proximity to the beach was key, and with the owners providing beach chairs and beach towels, it made the beach experience very easy. We had our own beach tent so didn't use the umbrellas but did note there was one or two there if need be. We also took advantage of the pool that was located about 1.5 miles away. It was not busy when we went and very refreshing. Note this is not a pool where you can toss a ball or bring a tube (it's part of the tennis and racquet club for members/guests), but for us and our kids (ages 11 and 13), it was a perfect way to spend a couple of hours. In the house, Patty provided everything you would need. There were towels, sheets, extra pillows, blankets, kitchen towels, pots, pans, knives, serving dishes, a few spices, and a large brita in the fridge. We visited the Harris Teeter in Carolla on the Sunday after we arrived and we were able to find what we needed. We went out a few meals in Duck and then went exploring down Route 12 into other OBX towns for a few meals. The center of the town of Duck (about 3 miles from house) is cute with boutique type stores and lovely souvenir shops. All in all, we had a fantastic time. Thank you to Patty for making it easy to create a home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annalise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay. We really enjoyed our time. We had 6 adults and 3 children. There was plenty of room for all of us. Everything was really clean. Short walk to the beach made it easy for the kids. No complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Great vacation house

This house was a great vacation spot for our family of 6 adults and 2 young children. The highlights were the large open living space, well equipped kitchen, screened in porch and several other porches. There was plenty of beach equipment. The outdoor shower was large and a great addition. One of the best aspects of the house was location. The neighborhood was lovely and quiet, The house was close to the beach path. Also close to Duck and not too far from most anything you could want. The host were friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian f.

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

like home

We are an older couple and this house was perfect for us. The owners have taken care to provide everything that you could want so if very much felt like home. Breakfast and dinner daily on a great screened in porch. a perfectly designed and equiped kitchen and a beautiful comfortable family room surrounded by 360 degree panoramic windows. this is not a modern mcmansion smothered with high tech foam and fabrics ....it is an older style home that the owners have taken great care to make it that you will settle right in and breathe deeply and easily. the neighborhood is perfectly quiet...all you hear are the birds and at times the faint ocean sound...this house is not for everyone but if you want quiet, comfortable, lovely and fully equiped...then this is probably for you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

KTD

Great location, beautiful house, very clean, comfortable beds, great kitchen. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen S.

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

Beautiful beach home

Beautiful beach house, convenient to everything.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meighan A.

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

Family vacation

House and neighborhood was perfect! Host responsive and friendly with a house that had everything. We walked on the beach daily despite storm Debbie looming! Duck has the perfect amount of restaurants and shops! Allowed for time with family which is always the best!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Leslie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice home!

This home is nice and steps to the ocean. That is fabulous. The beach is absolutely stunning! The kitchen is fully stocked and the property manager is very responsive as we had a few problems and they worked to resolve them quickly. The pool is a community pool and quite a distance from the home. They have a lot of rules so the pool was not much fun. Our beach wagon broke two days into the trip.causing us to try and carry everything to the beach. On our last day, two maintenance men came and brought a new one for the next customers. That was disheartening. They also assembled a new grill and said , the grill we used was in terrible condition. We knew that, yet used it the whole week. We had a wonderful time in OBX yet the cost of the house, approximately 5,000.00 for the week was a lot for the older home and its amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

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

One week in Duck

Had a great time staying here - a very quick walk to the beach, not too far from amenities. Lots of beach gear in great shape, stocked kitchen, quiet at night. We could not have asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

Lovely home

We had a wonderful week! House was impeccably clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The owners were incredibly responsive too. A great location with a quick walk to the beach - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria h.

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

Spring Break in the Outer Banks

We loved our stay at Pineapple by the Sea! We loved the community and being steps away from the beach! This house was perfect for our party of 5 adults and 3 teenagers, incredibly spacious and equipped with every thing imaginable! We look forward to renting here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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