Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life!

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A wooden gate with a metal lock and two lantern-style lights on either side, leading to a pathway.
A wooden house with a deck and stairs, surrounded by trees and leaves.
A spacious living room with a sofa, red armchair, and a TV stand.
A kitchen with a central island, wooden stools, and a microwave on the wall.
A wooden porch with a green cushioned chair, a mural of a mermaid, and a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near beach
Sleeps 84 bedrooms6 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Duck, NC
  • Place, beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Sanderling Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Corolla Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5 / outdoor shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life!

Happy 250th Birthday to us!
Welcome to the 2026 season! Very spacial rate on July 4th this year, check it out! Also the three weeks over Memorial Day are much reduced! We want everyone to have a happy birthday celebration! We all need an affordable vacation that rejuvenates the whole family! The Simple Life is that! Is cozy, comfortable, extremely well located in a gorgeous, well kept neighborhood, no-nonsense- it’s simple!
It is a family friendly vacation house, not an office, however the past years many of our guests worked remotely or “attended school” while at The Simple Life, so we upgraded the WiFi - new password displayed on the new router- and added an air printer, located in the TV cabinet in the living room. Just plug it in, and go! If you need more ink and paper, please replenish and leave it for the next guests!
Here is to a safe and Simple Life!

This gorgeous property is for year around enjoyment! The Simple Life is located in the beautiful, wooded Sanderling section of Duck, NC, a 3 minute, short, 180 yard walk to the beach on a level, tree lined street with no road to cross! The free use of the Sanderling community pool and kiddie pool, an easy bike ride away - located directly on the Sound -is included with rental. Nature trails delight everyone. It is also a bikers paradise! Bikes can be rented at several rental agencies in nearby Duck.

This luxurious home offers two king-size Master Bedrooms En-suite (one on each level), a queen size bedroom and a room with two twin beds. Three full bathrooms, one half bath, and a huge outdoor shower. Laundry facility with washer, dryer and ironing board. A well loved crib (our daughter's, now grown) is available. High quality 100% cotton bed linen and towels are provided. Flat screen smart/Roku TVs with gazillions of streaming apps (find your favorite and go!), free Wifi and super fast internet. Hundreds of books displayed on bookcases throughout the house. Wood floor throughout, ceiling fans, huge screened dining porch, open sun deck and private covered porch off the master bedroom. Everyone finds a favorite spot, from the bookworm to the sun worshipper. Fully equipped modern kitchen, outside Bbq area with table and benches, and fish cleaning table with hose. Covered parking for several cars. Hundreds of books to choose from!

The entire 2600 plus Sf living space Is bright and open, with gleaming wood floors, carefully chosen art, new bathroom fixtures, lights and ceiling fans inside, cedar shakes outside so it fits perfectly with the surrounding nature and well maintained neighborhood.

The open concept main level features a huge, fully and well equipped gourmet kitchen with lots of windows, Quartz countertops, fully stocked built in pantry, french door refrigerator with freezer and icemaker below, and a custom made center island "table" for everyone to participate in the food preparation, and for casual meals. A huge dining room with wood burning fire place for chilly fall days and built in bookcases. The space flows into the spacious Cathedral-ceilinged living room with a huge screened dining porch on one side, and an open sundeck surrounded by trees, with Adirondack chairs in the back.

The first master bedroom opens off the living room. It also has cathedral ceilings, ceiling fan, windows galore, a large and private covered porch with arm chars, a brand new bathroom with double vanities, built in shelving and a huge open European shower complete with rain-shower head. This bathroom was a king bedroom before the recent renovation; the shower alone is ginormous! Some of our guests have been known to take videos of their loved ones taking a shower to show their friends at home.... This room has its private shaded deck with comfy chairs for two, overlooking the trees and the fish cleaning table below.
On this level, off the hallway from the kitchen to the stairs and the "Back of House" there Is another full bathroom with soaking tub/shower, 48” wide well lit vanity with mirrored wall cabinet, as well as a laundry room with washer and dryer, and a utility closet under the stair with spare light bulbs, flashlights, batteries, high chair and kid arm chair, and other necessities.

The upper level boasts three bedrooms- one king on-suite, one with two twin beds, and a queen "silent" room with no TV but WiFi - has another full bath with 48” vanity, soaking tub/shower. It also has a large powder room.

The outdoor shower offers a delightful surprise, a luxurious aluminum rain shower column with body sprays to help wash off the sand before entering the house. Behind this shower in the utility room are plenty of beach chairs and toys are located and a collapsible beach cart for your convenience.

NOTE: there is no refund in case of inclement weather or any other unforeseen natural disaster beyond what the refund policy states. There is no insurance provided in your rental agreement for such events, however it is available at VRBO and we recommend to purchase such insurance separately at your own expense.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
No EXCEPTION
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Exception

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Read instructions at door regarding AC/ heat settings
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All Flood lights must be turned off at 10pm- a Sanderling good neighbor requirement!
Use grill in designated area only, next to table in back yard. Keep grill clean for next user
Have a wonderful time!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4013637
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Duck

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve and Tar Cove Marsh, while Glazin' Go-Nuts and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights. Consider The Village Table & Tavern for a night out or Nor'Banks Sailing if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Duck, NC

What's nearby

  • beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Sanderling Spa - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Duck Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Corolla Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 22 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Village Table And Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roadside Raw Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪AQUA Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous house 3 min walk to ocean; community pool, Celebrate The Simple Life! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kitty Hawk holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Sanderling Spa, Nor'Banks Sailing and The Village Table & Tavern. Duck Boardwalk and Tap Shack are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ilona and Michael Czinkota

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The owners are beach lovers and travelers, and Ilona is an architect, so when the time came for rejuvenating the house, all stops were pulled out! They made sure that everything they like and need to feel at home and comfortable during their travels is met and exceeded at The Simple Life!

Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood, Sanderling features lovely homes, considerate neighbors, a nature trail with a “lake”, immaculate grounds and a new community pool, and kiddie pool, about a mile away on the Currituck Sound, along with tennis courts and a boat ramp. The fitness center (with a view!) is available for a small fee. The Sanderling Inn across the street from the clubhouse has a decadent spa, outside bar, nightly fire pits with local musicians entertaining, and two of the area's finest dining establishments, the Life Saving Station and Kimball's Kitchen. The area offers direct access to the Audobon Nature Preserve, a dedicated Bird Sanctuary.

Come home to The Simple Life after partaking in the numerous fun activities offered by the area, from deep sea fishing to parasailing, golfing, exploring the area's lighthouses, wild horses and abundant history, enjoying our pristine beaches, or a lavish wedding at the Sanderling Inn!

What makes this property unique

The house is well located, spacious, well equipped and beautiful. The renovation kept the original character and simplicity of the house, but it offers you all the ease and comfort you may desire during your hard earned vacation time. And wait until you try the open shower in the main level master bath! The 180 yards stroll to the beach under the huge live oak trees closing over the street is lovely, and your children are safe riding their bikes, exploring the nature trail, or playing hopscotch. It’s also short enough to pop back in the house for a forgotten sunscreen or drink.

A special time is the fall and winter, when the crowds go home, the fireplace is glowing, the Turkey is in the oven roasting, and you curl up on the sofa with a glass of wine and a good movie...here is to The Simple Life!

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