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Dune Nest -- Oceanfront Gem Nestled In The Dunes With Endless Ocean Sunrises

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Beach
Welcome to Dune Nest
View Northeast from the deck
The pool is just visible next to the dune walkover
The decks were replaced and expanded in early 2021.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Duck, NC
  • Duck Boardwalk
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • The Sanderling Spa
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • H2OBX Waterpark
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dune Nest -- Oceanfront Gem Nestled In The Dunes With Endless Ocean Sunrises

Dune Nest is a lovely, comfortable and cozy, newly updated one bedroom two bath condo located just seconds to the beach in Duck, NC on the Outer Banks! Our condo is on the 1st floor with fantastic expansive views of the Atlantic ocean beach and dunes. Our ocean front deck is the perfect spot to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic's surf, watch dolphins play and pelicans flying and to idle the day away. Imagine your morning coffee and you on the deck watching the sunrise, listening to the surf, and watching the pelicans flying by as they start their day. Bring your binoculars or use ours for close ups of the dolphins, pelicans, loons, sandpipers, seagulls etc.


Dune Nest offers a master bedroom with a comfy queen-sized bed, newly updated full baths (super convenient for a family), comfortable queen-sized sofa bed, arm chairs, hallway twin bunk beds, modern kitchen, two flat screen TVs (living room and master bedroom), DVD player/movie library, free WiFi, beach chairs and umbrella, Keurig Coffee maker, drip coffee maker, hair dryer, new HVAC system, high-end quiet ceiling fans, dining table for 6, keyless entry system, and much more.

Please note our condo is on the first floor of a three story building with stairs and no elevator. Because the property is built on pilings to manage potential floods, there are 17 steps to reach this first floor unit.

Note: 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.

Our beach-- only steps away from our condo -- features coastal dunes, soft sand, nice surf and great beach combing. We have beach chairs and umbrella for your use during your visit.

In addition to our beach front, our condo community has an outdoor pool (unheated), outdoor grills, basketball and tennis courts (bring your balls and rackets), pool side restrooms, oceanfront showers, ocean front gazebos, and coin operated laundry facilities.

We are only a short 15 minute walk to the lovely, historical village of Duck where you can enjoy the lovely shops, buy groceries, eat at great restaurants and cafes, enjoy sound side sunset views by the bar, sip coffee at Duck Cottage Books, rent bikes to ride on the jogging/biking trails, walk the sound-side boardwalk for bird watching and shopping and eating, and rent canoes, kayaks and other water sports equipment.

Bring your binoculars or use ours to bird watch and get great close ups of dolphins in our surf. Superb viewing from our deck!

We keep our reservations calendar up to date so check it out to reserve now! Don't wait and "BOOK IT NOW". If we're already booked for your preferred dates, check out our other properties in Duck listed on VRBO too. They are VRBO 513115, VRBO 885663!

Cancellation policy: Full refund if cancelled more than 60 days before the start of your stay.

Property manager

Mike and Mary Hayward
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 24
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Twin sized bunk beds!!.
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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
Service animals are allowed with advanced permission.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Duck

Located in Kitty Hawk, this condo is on the beach. Aqua Spa and The Sanderling Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Nor'Banks Sailing and Children at Play Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duck, NC

What's nearby

  • Duck Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Sanderling Spa - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 15 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 25 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Dune Nest -- Oceanfront Gem Nestled In The Dunes With Endless Ocean Sunrises have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dune Nest -- Oceanfront Gem Nestled In The Dunes With Endless Ocean Sunrises pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Dune Nest -- Oceanfront Gem Nestled In The Dunes With Endless Ocean Sunrises located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kitty Hawk condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Duck Boardwalk and Outer Banks Beaches. Scarborough Lane Shoppes and Aqua Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 242 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Great experience

Loved the location . The condo was very clean and comfortable. Quick walk to beach. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Awesome location and great hosts!

This is the perfect location and we had a great time with our kids! Lots to do and eat nearby and condo is beautiful and convenient! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Ideal for family with children

The condo was clean, nice, cozy, and tastefully furnished. The balcony high chairs from which one can view the ocean without obstruction are a plus. This condo would be ideal for a family with children.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Denise B.

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

Need to clean quilts blankets and pillows

Nice but I didn’t know about needing sheets and towels until enroute so had to buy new ones when I had many at home I could have brought along. The blankets and quilts provided need to be laundered. They smelled of other people’s uses. Otherwise everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky V.

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

Fall Getaway

The accomodations were exactly as pictured and described on vrbo. We used the host's restaurant recommendations and were very pleased. The lack of traffic and crowds make this time of year very desirable. The weather was perfect. The proximity to and views of the ocean were spectacular. It is a small, comfy condo that the two of us congratulated ourselves on finding!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Nice beach place

Loved the easy beach access and waking up to watch sunrise from the deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jewel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Nice condo with view

The condo was perfect for our weekend getaway for OBX Jeep Invasion. It was nice and cozy. Tucked back in off the main roads in a quiet community. Listening to the waves and the view was peaceful and beautiful. The town of Duck is a nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Emily K.

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

Dune Nest

I’ll start on a positive note - communication with the owners was good. I liked that the unit was self-entry via a keypad. And I liked that this unit was ocean-facing and just a short boardwalk from the beach. However the property, building, and unit were all very dated and run-down so we were disappointed with our stay. Most importantly was safety; I would not feel comfortable staying there as a single woman as the parking lot and stairwell were poorly lit and there was no deadbolt on the main door. Also, the unit needed a deep clean; although the surfaces appeared “tidy” there was still visible dust in all the corners and on the fans, etc. I’ve never paid for a rental where I was asked to provide my own linens, towels, or toilet paper. Ultimately, I was glad we were forced to bring our own sheets and towels because I wouldn’t have felt clean otherwise. I wonder how long it’s been, if ever, since the comforter or pillows were washed? The bed (queen-sized) desperately needs to be replaced as it has a major sink hole in the center and made it extremely uncomfortable to sleep in. Likewise, the guests are asked to vacuum and take out their own trash, so it brings into question when the unit gets thoroughly cleaned in between guests. For how expensive this place was, it was shocking how little the owners provided for amenities or conveniences. Anyways, this rental is fine if you plan to explore the OBX and not spend much time in the unit beyond sleeping/showering.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Perfect spot to enjoy the beach!

This is my second time at this property. Stayed here with my adult daughter at the beginning of summer and I liked it so much I came back myself for the end of summer! Great location right on the beach, watch the sun rise over the Atlantic from the deck. Clean and well stocked, cute property close to lots of restaurants and activities. Can’t beat it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ J.

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

Exceptional as always

I believe this is my 3rd stay at this perfect condo. I look forward to it every year. Amazing location and views. Correspondence with owners always fast and pleasant. Already looking forward to next year. Could not recommend more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Great condo on the beach!!

Our family had a great time staying in Duck for our first OBX visit. Condo is exactly as shown. Our whole family had a great time with lots if beach time, pool time and taking in some local sites. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine F.

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

The beach, the beach, the beach

The beach is fantastic! After you go over the dune, go to your right to set up camp as it’s easier to get out to the sandbar (or at least it was in July ‘24) and you’re closer to the lifeguard station. Our kids had so much fun in the ocean. This is a five-star location as you are maybe 1 minute to getting out on the sand. The condo itself is nice—though it really needs a new queen bed. The bunk beds are great for little kids, but if you have a teen, consider getting linens for the pull-out couch. The bunk bed mattresses could have been a bit more comfy as well. We flew into Norfolk and then drove out to Duck. If you do the same, stop and get toilet paper on the way. I feel like for the price, the owners could provide 4 rolls of toilet paper and 2 rolls of paper towels. The kitchen had all the utensils/plates/cookware but nothing else (oil/spices/etc.) We had planned to use the owner’s umbrella and chairs, but they were all rusted-out and broken. However, after contacting the owner, they quickly replaced them, which was very nice. If you can afford it, hire a company to set up umbrellas and chairs for you on the beach every day. You’ll get the best spot and then you will only have to bring down boogie boards, drinks, and towels. We rented an umbrella, linens, and a boogie board from Ocean Atlantic Rentals—the whole process was easy. Overall, it was a great location and we loved the beach. Duck is a super-cute town with great restaurants and much better than Kitty Hawk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace-Marie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Perfect location & amenities!

We loved our stay at Dune Nest! The property has amazing ocean views and is well stocked with everything you need. Our 4 year old loved the bunk beds, and the privacy curtains made it easy for her to fall asleep while we stayed up and enjoyed the deck. The mattress and pillows in the master bedroom were the only negatives--very worn and uncomfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Great Stay!

We had a great stay at the property and all was well. Great ocean views and quiet community. We would definitely stay here again! Jeff and Lisa
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Sunrise was awesome from the deck. Condo very well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

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

Duck Life!

Duck is the perfect vacay spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

HMP

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

Delighted in Duck!

The Dune Nest in Duck, NC was clean and comfy - a true “home” at the end of our days’ adventures. The location right on the ocean was wonderful and we enjoyed the deck both morning and night. The hosts were very responsive to my emailed questions and provided good info. prior to our trip. We have zero complaints. except, maybe, that the week went by too quickly. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Duck Vacation

The condo was just perfect for the 2 of us. Communication with the owners was timely and check in was flawless. Everything was clean and well laid out. The view of the ocean from the back deck (4 nice chairs) is amazing. We spent a lot of time on the deck watching the waves and relaxing. The walk to Duck is an easy .8 mile. There's a ton of places to explore in the area. Plenty of great restaurants are within a few minutes and the grocery store is close. Except for the cool, rainy weather (yes it's May), we had a great vacation at Dune Nest.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Beautiful property the ocean

We loved this property by the ocean. Beautiful sunrises and a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Mary Hayward

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We had been coming to Duck for almost two decades to vacation. Each time we were here we would fantasize about owning a little something of this wonderful island to enjoy whenever we could. Finally, we took the plunge and now own Dune Nest, WaveHi! and Dolphin Dawn (all in the same lovely Colony by the Sea). Dune Nest is just the right size and is our little place to escape to when the pressures of real life get to us. We hope you too will find that peace of mind and sense of rejuvenation that we get each time we come back to Duck. We look forward to sharing it with you! We hope you will select Dune Nest as your vacation rental and help us with providing great reviews to share with future vacationers.

Why they chose this property

Dune Nest is located right on the ocean on one of the most beautiful east coast beaches in the U.S. It has the best view for year round beach front enjoyment! Spectacular sunrises and moonrises greet you daily! We have worked hard to provide a comfortable place to relax with many details we enjoy for our own comfort and wind down time. The town of Duck is a very walkable, quaint coastal village with super friendly folk and wonderful shopping, dining and many fun things to do. You can rent kayaks, canoes, bikes, tandem bikes, etc., to enjoy the many water activities Duck has to offer. Take yoga classes on the Duck green in the summer or in the winter practice yoga at Village Yoga. We love it here and come all the time.

What makes this property unique

All year round our favorite thing about Dune Nest is the oceanfront location and view. When you step out on the deck the sight and sound of the waves is the most magical thing in the world. Lounging on the deck we enjoy watching the sunrise, seeing the dolphins play and pelicans fly by while sipping our coffee. Evenings bring the colors of the sunset across the eastern Atlantic sky and moon rises that are spectacular. It's a great backdrop for a glass of wine to wind down from a day of total relaxation. Perfect.

Fall and winter is also a spectacular time in the Outer Banks. Less visitors mean the pace is slower, quieter and often you can go for long walks on the beach without seeing anyone else. The weather is beautiful and cool with plenty of opportunity to enjoy the heat of the summer still radiating in the ocean and pool. We swam in the Atlantic in mid-October last year and it was great! In addition fishing is great with piers and surf offering you many opportunities to bring home dinner to cook up in Dune Nest's fully fitted kitchen. Don't forget if you are a golfer, there are many courses nearby and you don't even have to have a tee time -- most of the time! For us shoppers, its those 'end of the season' sales that keep me excited and of course all of these activities help you work up an appetite for the many good restaurants that Duck and the nearby towns have open. No reservations needed! As the weather changes it never ceases to amaze us how there are so many more shells on the beach in the fall and winter. You will see evidence of our finds in Dune Nest! We look forward to seeing you anytime of the year!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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