Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall this is a large enough house in decent enough condition that it shouldn't diminish your stay in Duck, NC. That said there were several smaller maintenance items (door that didn't lock, bunkbeds held by zip ties, loose ceiling fans, lights out, internet/tv not working first 2 days, missing remote for living room audio receiver, pool sticks missing cues, older worn furniture, etc) as well as a few functional issues (no blinds in upper level, smaller room sizes, decks not very usable) that didn't enhance the experience either. The lack of blinds in the upper level was particularly annoying as half the people at the dinner table had to compete w/ direct sunlight in their face, the TV was barely visible most of the day, and privacy issues in the evening. On the positives, the living and dining areas were large, kitchen had most of what you'd need, options for charcoal or propane grilling, nice sand volleyball court, pool was cool (smaller but ~5.5' deep), and hot tub was hot. The walk to the beach isn't too far (shuttle option as well), but you'll want to drive (or ride) just about anywhere else (and local Duck traffic is no joke). This neighborhood is fairly hilly, so factor that into a decision to rent bikes. The property is surrounded by trees/bushes which is nice for privacy, but there isn't a view to speak of. The house (like most in this neighborhood) feel more like coastal suburbia than a beach house in the OBX. All that said, we enjoyed our time in Duck, and would recommend this house for solid basics but nothing to write home about.