We were welcomed with oyster appetizers and then they cooked our pizza for us ! This is a great place to relax, very quiet with great sunsets, and as a base for daily excursions to the OuterBanks.

Craig et Irene ont été les hôtes les plus doux. Ils nous ont accueillis quand nous sommes arrivés et tout a expliqué que nous avions besoin de savoir! Ils se sont rendus disponibles pour nous si nous avions des questions et était accueillant aussi avec notre arrivée tardive. Le bungalow était encore mieux que dans les images, il n'y a tout simplement pas décrire à quel point cet endroit est. Nous étions là-bas pendant un orage et même qui était super amusant à regarder du bungalow sur l'eau! L'emplacement est parfait, vous pouvez profiter du son et de toutes les commodités que Craig et Irene offrent, mais vérifier également les Outer Banks en 15 minutes. Je recommande cet endroit à tout le monde, mais surtout aux couples qui sont à la recherche d'une escapade romantique. Vous ne pouvez vraiment pas battre la vue depuis le bungalow.

Craig & Irene are really great artist/friend/hosts. I don't always love interacting with bnb hosts, but this was different, because they were such kind and interesting people. The place is great! My daughter and I kayaked every day that we were there and loved it each time! Highly recommend for adventure-seekers-artists-outdoorsy folks.

Definitely 5 stars. We loved everything about this spot. The bungalow was adorable and had everything we needed (plus more). The views were gorgeous and allowed us to see both. beautiful sunset and hours of lightning in the middle of a storm. It was so much fun kayaking, floating in tubes, and just sitting outside reading enjoying the bay breeze. Craig and Irene are so nice and welcoming and have a beautiful home and property. It was the perfect getaway from city life and we will definitely go back.

Mon petit ami et moi sommes allés à Craig et Irène de l'Ohio avec nos deux chiens. Nous ne pouvions pas trouver un meilleur endroit où aller. Craig et Irene sont à la fois si gentil et accueillant. Leur bungalow était l'endroit idéal pour nous détendre-propre, paisible, calme, tout ce que vous pouvez entendre sont les oiseaux et les vagues de la plage. La plage est bien entretenu et un excellent endroit pour Hangout à jour ou de la nuit. Un secteur clôturé pour nos chiens était très pratique. On ne pouvait pas demander plus. Le lecteur à tous à proximité des attractions est facile et pratique aussi bien. Mon petit ami est déjà désireux de planifier un voyage de retour.

The bungalow was a great little vacation stop for us and our dog! Our dog has never had so much fun, from swimming to playing with Banx; she slept the whole way home. We loved having breakfast and dinner on the porch; you can't beat that view! Thanks for letting us borrow the kayaks. We really enjoyed being able to jump in them and go explore. The beach towels and snacks left for us were a nice little touch too. Craig and Irene were very available to answer questions or give suggestions, but we never felt a lack of privacy. We had a great time! Thanks!

Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour dans le bungalow! Craig et Irene étaient des hôtes charmants, très accommodant. Les points de vue étaient merveilleux et nous avons adoré explorer l'eau sur les kayaks. Je le recommande vivement à tous ceux qui recherchent une escapade de week-end!

우리는 방갈로에서 환상적인 미니 휴가를했다. 크레이그와 아이린, 그들의 강아지 Banx는 훌륭한 호스트하고 소리에 퇴각 놀랍 - 해변 게임, 카약, 냉장고에 몇 케이크, 그리고 절충 가구 속성입니다. 당신은 어느 곳에서나 OBX에, 그들과 함께 머물 한적한 재미, 아직 10 ~ 15 분을 원하는 경우 - 그것은 우리를 완벽했다, 그리고 우리는 거기에 도착하도록하겠습니다.

Kelly was absolutely wonderful! She was very communicative and made the whole process super easy. She was also incredibly flexible and accommodating. The house is really nice and warm and very close to the beach.

Kelly's house was the perfect place to spend a special weekend with the family. The house was exactly as described as well as clean and cozy. Loved how close it is to town and just a couple of blocks from the beach too. Kelly is a great host making our stay as comfortable as possible. I look forward to future stays.

Great place! Kelly is a perfect host. The house is in a quiet neighborhood, short walk to the ocean and very short drive to the shops and restaurants in Duck.

Kelly was an excellent host, extremely helpful and very accommodating. My family had a great stay in her home, she provided information about the area and baby gear which we needed for our mini vacation. The house is very cozy, on a quiet street, and a wonderful location just one block from the beach! We would definitely stay here again.

My family and I enjoyed three relaxing weeks in Duck, NC. The home was exactly as described and was very well appointed with everything needed for a beach vacation and more. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful with friendly and helpful neighbors. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach as well as biking to the shops in Duck and also walking and biking the scenic trails of Sanderling.

In one word, FANTASTIC! This is my second stay in Duck, and with Airbnb. A great spot, lovely house and an incredible host. The house was perfect for my parents, 2 children and myself. Can't wait to return to one of Kelly's properties!

Her place was so nice, clean and close to the beach! Great spot for a weekend beach trip.

Pros: Clean, 1 block from the beach, quiet residential neighborhood in Duck, prompt responsiveness from host Kelly. Cons: this is a basic property, nothing about it is fancy or upscale, bathrooms are tight and just functional, beds were comfortable but my king bed had barely enough room to access it on one side, while host was quick to reply to any and all concerns I felt he / she engaged with us in the most minimalistic way possible, perfunctory and definitely not personal. Prior reviewers have rated this property as "excellent". In consideration of the above I would rate it as "fair" to "good".

Jeff and Su were wonderful hosts - communicative from the start and accommodating the moment we got there. They have a large wraparound porch looking over a pond that is great for reading a book or drinking your morning coffee. By the way, coffee, minifridge, and microwave are in the large bedroom they reserve for their AirBnB guests, and they already have chairs, beach towels, and three bikes for respectful use. Their house is a bike ride from the main Duck town, and a drive to the other nearby towns. The best part is the literally 4 minute walk to a resident-only beach from their house. It rained our first two days, but we spent every possible minute at the beach they day we left. Not crowded at all and everyone was exceptionally friendly. I hope next time we can come down to OBX there is space available at Jeff and Susan's!

A clean, comfortable apartment. The screened deck is a wonderful place to relax. Short walk to the beach and the cart that was available made it easy to transport umbrellas and chairs. We had a great time!

This was a great place to get away for the weekend. John was a great host and provided everything we needed. A short walk from the beach and just down the road from all the shops in Duck. Would definitely stay again! Thanks again!

The top floor apartment provided plenty of space for two people. The beach access is at the end of the road -- a very easy 5 minute walk. John's communication was great and the apartment was fairly quiet with a private entrance and covered parking. We arrived before the pool was open for the season, but there was plenty to do nearby. The main road was very easy to access -- go north to Corolla or south to restaurants and shops. Overall a very nice stay!

What a relaxing weekend! The apartment was spacious and fit all 5 of us comfortably! We enjoyed breakfasts on the screened in porch in the mornings, walked to the beach every day, had a nice swim in the pool, and grilled fresh seafood that we bought. We loves the amenities at John's place, and really appreciated how quick he was to respond to our questions. I'm already dreaming of coming back! Perfect location, great value!

A very nice accommodation in a great location. The place was spacious and very well appointed, both inside and out. Checking in and out with John and Kate was a breeze. It was a treat to have access to the lower outside shaded area with carport, pool, showers hammock, grill, adirondack chairs, etc. Being able to use the bikes to cruise in and out of Duck was a blast! As far as location, just two quick blocks walking to the beach! Also, this small residential spot between Central Duck and Corolla was never crowded at the beach during peak times. Big shout out to Drew at North Duck Watersports right across the street for a fun day jetskiing on the Sound. Overall, a great accommodation and location.

Our first visit to Duck and it was lovely. The house was perfect for what we were looking for. It was clean, homey, had everything we needed and was in a great neighborhood. John and Kate were very responsive provided great suggestions on things to do and places to eat. We would definitely go back and recommend to others!

We had a great stay at the Top Floor Beach Getaway. Could not fault the place. Exactly as described. 2/5 mins to sound/beach for awesome sunset/sunrise. Would stay again.

John was very responsive prior to our arrival about clarifying details of the house. There was a bit of a miscommunication and delay with check in, which was unfortunate, but the place was clean and nice and what we expected. If you are looking for a small place that is a short distance from the beach in Duck, it's a great option. Very nice to have a private pool and outdoor shower!

We loved the place, both the flat and the location. The house provides everything that we need and more: e.g. the swimming pools (especially near the Sound) and the big and small ones loved the Jacuzzi-like bathtub. We highly recommend that place and would love to come again .

Questa è una posizione fantastica, a circa 2 miglia a nord della città di Duck. A pochi passi dalla splendida spiaggia e dal suono. Campo da tennis e piscina nelle vicinanze. E 'stato bello tornare dalla spiaggia e fermarsi alla piscina molto privata prima di tornare alla casa. Meglio per il check-in e il check-out venerdì per evitare un forte traffico estivo. Facile accesso a Duck e Corolla.

A short walk to a beautiful beach with access to community pools. Deck area for sky-watching. Spacious kitchen/dining area with everything necessary to cook. Lovely den with fireplace. Bonus in master bedroom a spacious hot tub. Many lovely shops nearby. Cheryl was helpful in finding a great brunch place and we also found on our own a great dining experience at Grandstaff & Stein Booksellers in Nag's Head (don't let the name fool you; it's a speakeasy/eatery with very cool period cocktails.) Go! You will love it!

We really signed on "cold" and didn't know what we were going to get. But everything was lovely, and true as stated. Location was quiet yet near to dining, etc. Pools were very nice. Tennis and hot tub were great. Super clean and kitchen was well stocked with utensils, etc. Very comfortable. Cheryl responded quickly to my questions. You will enjoy it!

Kelly was great!

Kelly was a great host. She got us in very last minute, when we were in a bind. Her home was adorable and was a close walk to the beach. We had a great time and would absolutely refer Kelly's home to anyone visiting the beautiful OBX.

Kelly and Shane together are the epitome of a dream host. They are warm and welcoming, but not intrusive. Kelly went above and beyond with our accommodations by leaving us bagels and juice the first morning and allowing us to check in early. She is kind-hearted and incredibly helpful. This space is a perfect spot for couples searching for a beach getaway, but will also house 4 comfortably.

Couldn't have asked for a nicer way to unwind before the Holiday Season. This quiet little guest home is tucked away on a private drive centered between the sound and the ocean (both less than a 5 minute walk away). Kelly was so friendly and helpful during our entire stay. The family dog, Mara, was so sweet and we quickly realized she was beloved by the entire neighborhood. Each morning we woke to sound of the ocean from our open windows, before preparing breakfast in the amenity rich kitchen. With parking just a few steps from the door, and a nice unloading zone near the beach, we enjoyed the convenience of dropping our gear off and then strolling to the beach with coffee in one hand and dogs leashes in the other. Because we visited in December, we literally had the beach to ourselves (the 65 degree weather didn't hurt either). Would definitely recommend this place for a romantic getaway or even a small family vacation spot.

Kelly's home was wonderfully decorated, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed her warm hospitality.

What a cute spot! The place was perfect for us and our 2-year-old son. Kelly was so great at checking in with us and making sure we had everything we needed since they were out of town. She left all the fun toys outside for our son and he had a blast. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals-lots of fresh fish! Even though the weather was chilly, we still spent some time at the beautiful beach just down the little street (which had lots of friendly neighbors). And beautiful sunsets in the other direction over the sound. We found the location perfect for us. Quiet, but still close enough to Duck to explore some shops and restaurants. A nice get-away in the off-season. Thank you, Kelly!

We had a wonderful stay in Duck. Kelly and her family were welcoming and kind. They generously shared beach umbrellas and chairs, and were friendly and made the whole experience so relaxing. The cottage was fantastic. It was super clean, comfortable, and the kitchen set up really well so we were able to save money by cooking. The bedroom was plenty roomy, and the great room had two couches perfect for our kids to sleep on. And the BEACH! So beautiful, so close (an easy, pleasant walk), and so relaxing. Much smaller, quieter crowds than at any other spot on the Outer Banks. This place was a wonderful value with wonderful hosts. We're so glad we found it.

This was our first Airbnb experience and we were very pleased. It's a perfect little cottage and just a very short walk to the beach. We loved that the house was tucked away off the main road, but still very accessible to a lot of restaurants/downtown Duck. Wish we could have stayed longer and would recommend this place to anyone visiting the OBX.

We had such a wondeful time celebrating this weekend at the cottage! The open layout is perfect and the views were absolutely beautiful! Thanks again!

Jim & Connie's place is in a perfect location. Easy access to the beach and a wonderful view of the sound... we spent hours on the deck. The live oaks around the property help it feel private, not secluded. Great neighborhood and close to Duck. Jim & Connie were great to work with and offered helpful suggestions. The house had EVERYTHING except sheets. Great kitchen!!!

We had a great time in Duck and a great stay at Jim and Connie's house! Everything was as described and their communication was excellent!

The house is nicer than the photos represent it (more natural light), and two bedrooms led out to the deck. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils. The owner's response time was always quick and they had good area dining suggestions.

The space is clean and in great shape, and the walk to the beach is very easy. We were very happy with the results and would stay here again.

The house was great. First off, communication with the owners was great. They gave great suggestions and in a prompt manner. Check-in for the house was simple, and upon going upstairs we were happy to find the house was as advertised and in great shape. All amenities you need for a week are there. The house also has some nice extras, from a huge closet of board games to a few kids toys. The outdoor shower is amazing, so much so that I only actually showered indoors maybe twice the whole time since I showered after our 2-3 trips to the ocean each day. The house is located just a couple of miles north of "downtown" Duck, about 50yds from the public trail. There is a view of the sound from the back deck, though sunset was obstructed by a neighbors large tree (1st world problems, right?). It's an easy 10-min walk to the ocean, which has one of the best beaches I've ever been on. Note: the 10-min walk was with a 3 1/2 yo carrying beach toys, beach bag, stopping to pick up rocks, etc. A healthy couple could easily be on the 5 min side! Duck is a great base for the OBX, and the house is in a great location. One side note that sold me on this house and owners - I accidentally broke a picture frame while sweeping, and notified the owners immediately. They were great about it and allowed me after some arm twisting to order them a new one (using the included wifi) and have it shipped to their home. Overall it was a great experience. A couple of things that always aren't quite the same as home but no complaints and a perfect homebase for a great vacation.

Super clean, open door plan! Very family friendly! Loved Duck and Corolla!

The home was very comfy and cozy, very family friendly. The location was great to walk to the beach.

Wonderful place to stay on the Outer Banks!

Our family (my wife and two young kids) stayed here for a week in August 2017 with extended family (7 additional people). We quickly could clearly see why John receives such glowing accolades as a star host. From the start, he was extremely responsive and informative. He was also very thoughtful, for example, after asking if he had any pool floats for kids or beach umbrellas, he replied he didn't but then within 24 hours replied he went out and bought some new floats and umbrellas for us to use. Additionally, he mailed some clothes we left in the dryer and insisted we don't reimburse him. As for the house, it's in a great location, truly about a 3 minutes walk to the beach (the hill back from the beach can be a daunting walk in the late summer heat). The pool was extremely clean. The location seemed far away enough from the main strip in Duck, but was a quick drive away from anything we needed. The only negatives would be the insects (big spiders mostly) inside and outside the home (however, I'm sure a lot of the homes in this area suffer from this since you're almost surrounded by water. However, with the spiders comes a lot of cobwebs throughout the house. However, again, it probably takes a lot of time/diligence to keep up with cobwebs. Overall, we greatly enjoyed our stay and would definitely trust John again with a future family vacation.

Location, house and John were great. The house was very comfortable and John was very informative and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

John's house is cozy and very comfortable. The pool and hot tub are very comfortable and pretty roomy, and there's a good amount of seating in the living room for movie nights. John showed us around the house when we arrived and was very quick to respond to all of our questions throughout the week. The only issue we had was that the back porches had a lot of spiders, so if you're afraid of creepy crawlies, be prepared to knock some of them down with a broom. Overall it was a great experience and I'd be happy to come back.

John has a 3 story house just 2 blocks from the ocean on a quiet street in Duck, NC a small town on the outer banks. the pool is a terrific addition that we enjoyed daily and it was wonderful to have our dogs with us for the week we stayed. John is a great host, friendly, helpful with information and quick responses to questions before we arrived and during our stay. he was very generous in allowing us to use staples on hand and we loved all his mystery and crime books as well as the big screen tv. I totally recommend this great place to enjoy the outer banks. it is centrally located between kitty hawk and corolla. you need to be able to climb stairs as homes in this neighborhood are built up to provide a view of the ocean.

This was my family's first time using airbnb. I would recommend John's home (it's not just a house) to anyone I know. The home is just north of Downtown Duck in the Carolina Dunes section on OBX. The kitchen, dining area, living area on the 3rd floor was spacious. The home has 4 decks, 2 of which offer a great view of Currituck Sound. The beds were comfortable and all the bedrooms were spacious. There was even enough room in the room that house 4 twin bunk beds. The walk to the ocean was a couple of minutes away. The pool is large and the hot tub was soothing. Both are well kept. We spent a lot of time by the pool, when we weren't at the beach. Our dog also enjoyed the home. We brought an adjustable gate (that can expand to about 4 feet) that we placed on the lower deck stairs that gave our dog the run of the 2 decks on the Sound side. There is a Walmart and a Harris Teeter supermarket right after you get off of the causeway. If you drive north from the home to Corolla, there is another Harris Teeter, as well as a Food Lion supermarket. I hope that anyone who chooses John's home will have as much fun as we did.

Nice large house near the beach and the bay. Great access to everything.

the house was exactly as advertised. very fast communication. excellent location

Everything was like the photos. Pool was a nice bonus. We rented bikes and that was a great move for a large group that likes to be active. Never dealt with traffic. Rode everywhere!! Even to the beach. Loved everything about the house and location. Definitely recommend. Thanks Sue!!

This place is simply awesome!! Our family greatly enjoyed the house. The owners were so sweet and helpful. An awesome experience!

The host was very friendly and helpful.

Great stay at a beautiful house.

Nice place - but Sue doesn't always treat people right. We got there and the cleaning people had not been there. Beds weren't made, stove dirty, etc. Sue and Richard gave us no concession. First time I tried to use the propane grill, it ran out of gas in 5 minutes. Took me 40 min. roundtrip while everyone waited for dinner. There is not a bath for every bedroom. First floor has two bedrooms that sleep six, including two bunkbeds. One average size bath on the first floor. Second floor did have 3 baths and 3 bdrms. TV upstairs not working right and soap in shower was used when we got there, never replaced. Cheapest toilet paper imaginable. Spider webs in the loft ceiling. Kitchen was fully equipped upstairs. Perhaps Sue has improved her customer service skills and all is good now.

The house was exactly what we hoped for. Great location & comfortable. The owner is very responsive.

Sue's place was great! There were a lot of beach chairs to use, four bikes, and and towels. I would recommend it to anyone!

We loved staying at Cathy's condo. It was a perfect family vacation.

My family was in love with the house. We rented it while we visited for a wedding, and everyone was so happy with the house. Great views, great location, and great host. Would love to stay here again.

Beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood! The house, location and the beach did not disappoint. Tracey was super easy to communicate with and quick to respond. We hope to return again soon!

We had an amazing time and enjoyed catching the sunsets from the 2nd level! Great location and beautifully decorated! Everything we needed and then some!

Tracey's home was amazing! She was very attentive to any questions that I had before and during my stay. I highly recommended staying at her home!

Beautiful, spacious and perfect location to the beach and downtown duck!! We had 11 girls staying and we had more than enough space. I would rent this house again in a heartbeat!!

Wonderful home and location! Only thing it was missing was soap and toilet paper here and there, but already looking into going back when there is warmer weather! Thanks Tracey!

Lots of natural light! kitchen was stocked up with everything. Walking distance to the beach. Beautiful view of sunset. Very clean and excellent communication from host.

The house was nicely decorated, very comfortable, in a quiet neighborhood, and located resonably close to shops and restaurants. It was, most importantly, within quick walking distance to the beach with no roads to cross, and the beach was spacious and clean. The hosts were easy to reach when one or two issues came up and very prompt in responding to them. We enjoyed our stay!

Great location, close to beach and town.

This classic beach house is wonderful! It is very light and airy, with the bedrooms on a separate floor from the living space. The beach is only about 4 or so houses away, and was not crowded. The pool is private and shaded in the late afternoon, which was perfect for my energetic kids who insisted on swimming despite being at the beach all day. The furniture was comfortable and there were plenty of board games for us to play in the evening. We are looking forward to returning!

Look no further for ideal accommodations in the Outer Banks. Our stay at Nicki's place was fantastic. As host, Nicki provided the perfect combination of hospitality, guidance and privacy. We loved being able to walk to the HUGE ocean side beach in probably about 2 minutes from our door to the sand. The swimming pool was also a great touch for the start or end of our days. Loved having that outdoor shower too. We would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend Nicki's place to others. THANK YOU!!

Our experience with Gayle, well let's just say, it exceeded our expectations. She was both accommodating and welcoming. We were inspired not only by the unique character of her home but also by the many personal touches she herself has added. We were able to enter our room without disturbing Gayle, and the next morning we had great conversation and she offered us two beach cruisers to use for our ride into town. She has helped create a great memory for us and we are looking forward to returning very soon.

Very unique, fun home! The deck was by far our favorite part, so relaxing and a great place to gather as a group. There is also a table off the kitchen where 6 people can fit to play cards. We loved the beach nearby and the local restaurants/shops. Just a tip for future travelers, the traffic on Saturdays driving north to Duck is ridiculous. Maybe try to arrive in the early morning or late evening if coming in that day, it took us 1 1/2 hours to go 5 miles.

The listing for the Artist Beach House was exactly as described. Gayle was extremely accommodating when we arrived earlier than expected. The deck spanned the entire back of the house and offered amazing views of the sunset. Was within walking distance to the beach and nearby shops. Would definitely book again.

We had a lovely time at the Artist Beach House. Gayle is very laid back which made coming and going very easy. Great location -- beautiful beach at the end of the street, home is within walking distance of shops, great spot for a drink is across the street on the bay.

It was very easy to communicate with Gayte. The house is very well located, close to the sea, a restaurant and shops. We were off season and there was not much noise. This is a vacation home with a spartan comfort. No TV, no washing machine, no sofa. It must be nice in summer when you can enjoy the terrace. It is not very easy to sleep on the bed suspended but the other 2 beds are comfortable

This house was a true gem. We expected a unique spot as we had seen the photos ahead, but it was truly wonderful, great location overlooking the sound and such easy access to the ocean beach - perfect combination! And so many levels... lots of steps but a treat on every level. So many comfortable nooks to hang out in and the kitchen totally equipped with good details. It was very hot when we were there but the A/C worked perfectly - and the breeze off the sound and the ocean made it dreamy. We only wish we could have stayed longer... next time? Gayle was in touch promptly with lock code and good suggestions for restaurants. Really a great spot! Thanks!!

Our stay in Duck was amazing and we absolutely loved the house! 5 of us fit very comfortably and the house was exactly as described. The PERFECT location and views right from the balcony made for an amazing time. Located right across from the sound and only a short walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants. We were in town for a wedding at the Sanderling Resort and this was a great spot. We loved how unique and artistic the house was (especially the hanging bed!). Will definitely stay here again if we can make it back to the OBX!

Everything about our visit at the Artist Beach House was exceptional! Gayle welcomed us with arms wide open and provided us with a haven in which would could relax and play! We enjoyed Gayle greatly and cannot wait to see her again!