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Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View House 8BR/8.5BA Beach Access, Duck, NC #124783
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms 8+ bathrooms Sleeps 20 353.0 sq m
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Explore the area

Duck, NC
- Duck Boardwalk9 min walk
- The Sanderling Spa11 min drive
- Kitty Hawk Beach16 min drive
- Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)
1st Lvl Bunk Room #1 w/ jack-and-jill bath
2 Single Bunk Beds
1st Lvl Bunk Room #1 w/ jack-and-jill bath
2 Single Bunk Beds
1st Lvl Master Bedroom w/ Cabana Bath & Full Bath
1 King Bed
2nd Lvl Double Twin Room w/ Full bath
2 Single Beds
2nd Lvl King Master Bdrm w/ Full bath & Deck & Hot Tub Access
1 King Bed
2nd Lvl Queen Room #1 w/ Full bath
1 Queen Bed
2nd Lvl Queen Room #2 w/ Full bath
1 Queen Bed
3rd Lvl Queen w/ Full bath
1 Queen Bed
8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st lvl Full Cabana Bath with Master Bedroom access
Toilet · Shower only
1st lvl Jack & Jill Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
1st lvl King Master Bath w/ Den access
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Lvl Double Twin Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Lvl King Rm Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Lvl Queen Rm Bath #1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Lvl Queen Rm Bath #2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
3rd Lvl Guest Half Bathroom
Toilet
3rd Lvl Queen Master Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View House 8BR/8.5BA Beach Access, Duck, NC #124783
Note: Special Holiday Rates apply for Easter (2 weeks), Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Eve/Day )
'Fun in the Sun' in Schooner Ridge, Duck, NC – Owner’s Email for Questions and Info:
Town: Duck
Subdivision: Schooner Ridge
Location: Oceanside
Bedrooms: 8
Baths: 8 full, 1 half
Sleeps: 16-20
Check In Day: SAT
If you’re looking for the ultimate Outer Banks vacation retreat, Fun in the Sun is the perfect getaway for families and friends to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories together. This spacious home is packed with top-tier amenities that will make it hard to leave! Featuring 6 master suites with private baths and 2 additional bedrooms with a semi-private shared bath, Fun in the Sun comfortably accommodates large groups, making it ideal for family gatherings and celebrations.
Enjoy quality time together in the open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas with vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and entertainment features, including a 65” wall-mounted flat-screen TV and office suite complete with a printer. The first-floor family room is a favorite with kids, offering a large screen TV, full-size refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and wet bar.
Step outside to your private 14’ x 32’ pool or unwind in the hot tub. Spend time together on the expansive 3,600+ sq. ft. “super decks,” including a crow’s nest with ocean views, or enjoy a peaceful moment on the spacious screened porch. The home’s easy walkable beach access makes it effortless to spend your days on the sand and surf, and the community of Schooner Ridge offers even more family-friendly amenities. With multiple pools (one indoor pool and two outdoor pools!), tennis courts, a playground, gym, and an indoor recreation center, everyone will find something to enjoy.
Fun in the Sun is the ideal Duck, NC vacation home you’ll want to return to year after year—creating treasured memories with loved ones in the heart of the Outer Banks.
Schooner Ridge Subdivision Guests enjoy complete access to Schooner Ridge REC Center Facilities and Beach Access/Beach Pool just a short walk away!
- Ocean Front Pool and Gazebo with Private Beach Access exclusively for Schooner Ridge Guests
- Year Round Indoor “Heated” Swimming Pool at Recreation Center
- Outdoor Swimming Pool at Recreation Center
- Exercise Facilities with Free Weights, Exercise Equipment, Aerobic Machines and Showers
- Tennis Courts & Racquetball Courts
- Playground and Play Gym
- Meeting Room with Wired and Wireless Internet Access
- Game Room with Pool Table, Air Hockey and Numerous Video Games
'Fun In the Sun' House Amenities Include:
- 8 Bedrooms (6 Master Suites with private baths)
- 8.5 Baths (Ensuring comfort for large groups)
- Sleeps 16-22 (Ideal for family gatherings)
- Private 14 x 32 Pool
- Hot Tub
- 4 Levels of Expansive Decks (3600+ sq. ft. of deck space, including oceanview crow’s nest)
- Large Screened Porch (Perfect for relaxing and reading or outdoor family meals)
- Downstairs Family Room & Kitchenette with: large screen TV, Full-size Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Sink, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Spacious Kitchen on Top Floor (Fully equipped with all appliances, freestanding ice maker, and two dishwashers!)
- Dining Room with ample seating
- Living Room with vaulted ceilings and cozy fireplace and 65" Wall-Mounted Flat-Screen TV
- Office Suite (Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier with laptop phone port)
- Wi-Fi Access
- Washer and Dryer
- Parking for Multiple Cars
- Beach Access (Just a short walk to the ocean)
- Oceanview Crow’s Nest (Perfect for stargazing and enjoying the sea breeze)
House Layout:
Ground Level:
Entry area, laundry, den with kitchenette, cabana bath, and three full bathrooms. Includes one bedroom with a king bed and ensuite access to a full bath with pool access, plus two additional bedrooms with double bunk beds connected by a shared Jack-and-Jill full bath.
Level 1:
Two queen bedrooms with private ensuite bathrooms, one bedroom with two twin beds and ensuite bath, and a spacious master bedroom with a king bed, private ensuite bath, and direct access to the deck with hot tub.
Level 2:
Main living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, screened porch, and a half bath. Also features a queen bedroom with private ensuite full bath. This level opens to expansive, multi-level decks with plenty of space for taking in ocean breezes and gathering with family and friends.
Upper Level:
Ship’s watch with built-in bench seating and spectacular ocean views—the perfect spot to enjoy sunrises, sunsets, or a peaceful moment overlooking the coast.
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Note: Rates do not include 12% NC Sales Tax & add $150 Fee to include fresh Bed Linens Only with all Beds made up upon your arrival (You must provide your own towels and toiletries) with all Beds made up upon your arrival
Note: Special Holiday Rates apply for Easter (2 weeks), Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Eve/Day
*** Home is to be left Broom clean with all trash put out to avoid any excess cleaning charges
I hope you find this information helpful....
We'd love to have you enjoy your vacation in our beach home 'Fun in the Sun' ....
'Fun in the Sun' in Schooner Ridge, Duck, NC – Owner’s Email for Questions and Info:
Town: Duck
Subdivision: Schooner Ridge
Location: Oceanside
Bedrooms: 8
Baths: 8 full, 1 half
Sleeps: 16-20
Check In Day: SAT
If you’re looking for the ultimate Outer Banks vacation retreat, Fun in the Sun is the perfect getaway for families and friends to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories together. This spacious home is packed with top-tier amenities that will make it hard to leave! Featuring 6 master suites with private baths and 2 additional bedrooms with a semi-private shared bath, Fun in the Sun comfortably accommodates large groups, making it ideal for family gatherings and celebrations.
Enjoy quality time together in the open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas with vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and entertainment features, including a 65” wall-mounted flat-screen TV and office suite complete with a printer. The first-floor family room is a favorite with kids, offering a large screen TV, full-size refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and wet bar.
Step outside to your private 14’ x 32’ pool or unwind in the hot tub. Spend time together on the expansive 3,600+ sq. ft. “super decks,” including a crow’s nest with ocean views, or enjoy a peaceful moment on the spacious screened porch. The home’s easy walkable beach access makes it effortless to spend your days on the sand and surf, and the community of Schooner Ridge offers even more family-friendly amenities. With multiple pools (one indoor pool and two outdoor pools!), tennis courts, a playground, gym, and an indoor recreation center, everyone will find something to enjoy.
Fun in the Sun is the ideal Duck, NC vacation home you’ll want to return to year after year—creating treasured memories with loved ones in the heart of the Outer Banks.
Schooner Ridge Subdivision Guests enjoy complete access to Schooner Ridge REC Center Facilities and Beach Access/Beach Pool just a short walk away!
- Ocean Front Pool and Gazebo with Private Beach Access exclusively for Schooner Ridge Guests
- Year Round Indoor “Heated” Swimming Pool at Recreation Center
- Outdoor Swimming Pool at Recreation Center
- Exercise Facilities with Free Weights, Exercise Equipment, Aerobic Machines and Showers
- Tennis Courts & Racquetball Courts
- Playground and Play Gym
- Meeting Room with Wired and Wireless Internet Access
- Game Room with Pool Table, Air Hockey and Numerous Video Games
'Fun In the Sun' House Amenities Include:
- 8 Bedrooms (6 Master Suites with private baths)
- 8.5 Baths (Ensuring comfort for large groups)
- Sleeps 16-22 (Ideal for family gatherings)
- Private 14 x 32 Pool
- Hot Tub
- 4 Levels of Expansive Decks (3600+ sq. ft. of deck space, including oceanview crow’s nest)
- Large Screened Porch (Perfect for relaxing and reading or outdoor family meals)
- Downstairs Family Room & Kitchenette with: large screen TV, Full-size Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Sink, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Spacious Kitchen on Top Floor (Fully equipped with all appliances, freestanding ice maker, and two dishwashers!)
- Dining Room with ample seating
- Living Room with vaulted ceilings and cozy fireplace and 65" Wall-Mounted Flat-Screen TV
- Office Suite (Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier with laptop phone port)
- Wi-Fi Access
- Washer and Dryer
- Parking for Multiple Cars
- Beach Access (Just a short walk to the ocean)
- Oceanview Crow’s Nest (Perfect for stargazing and enjoying the sea breeze)
House Layout:
Ground Level:
Entry area, laundry, den with kitchenette, cabana bath, and three full bathrooms. Includes one bedroom with a king bed and ensuite access to a full bath with pool access, plus two additional bedrooms with double bunk beds connected by a shared Jack-and-Jill full bath.
Level 1:
Two queen bedrooms with private ensuite bathrooms, one bedroom with two twin beds and ensuite bath, and a spacious master bedroom with a king bed, private ensuite bath, and direct access to the deck with hot tub.
Level 2:
Main living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, screened porch, and a half bath. Also features a queen bedroom with private ensuite full bath. This level opens to expansive, multi-level decks with plenty of space for taking in ocean breezes and gathering with family and friends.
Upper Level:
Ship’s watch with built-in bench seating and spectacular ocean views—the perfect spot to enjoy sunrises, sunsets, or a peaceful moment overlooking the coast.
--
Note: Rates do not include 12% NC Sales Tax & add $150 Fee to include fresh Bed Linens Only with all Beds made up upon your arrival (You must provide your own towels and toiletries) with all Beds made up upon your arrival
Note: Special Holiday Rates apply for Easter (2 weeks), Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Eve/Day
*** Home is to be left Broom clean with all trash put out to avoid any excess cleaning charges
I hope you find this information helpful....
We'd love to have you enjoy your vacation in our beach home 'Fun in the Sun' ....
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
An $2000 event fee and + Security Deposit applies
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Note from host: An $2000 event fee and + Security Deposit applies
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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About the area
Duck
Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is 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.

Duck, NC
What's nearby
- Duck Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Scarborough Lane Shoppes - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- The Sanderling Spa - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
- Kitty Hawk Beach - 16 min drive - 10.6 km
- H2OBX Waterpark - 28 min drive - 23.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Duck Donuts - 14 min walk
- Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - 19 min walk
- Coastal Cravings - 9 min walk
- Village Table And Tavern - 4 min drive
- Treehouse Coffee Co - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lt Col Mark C SCHMIDT USAFR

We’re Lt Col Mark & Kathy Schmidt. Mark is a retired F-16C Fighter Pilot and USAF Lt Colonel. We live in Midlothian, VA, just outside of Richmond, and have been blessed with three grown sons and a daughter. Our entire family has a deep love for the Outer Banks—it’s been our go-to vacation destination for years.
We designed our beach home, Fun in the Sun, with family in mind. With its spacious layout, it easily accommodates our large extended family, giving everyone room to relax, reconnect, and enjoy all the activities that make OBX so special. Whether it’s long beach days, evening boardwalk strolls, or just relaxing under the stars, we love every moment—and we’re excited to share that experience with our guests.
Hosting has become a true joy for us. We love hearing how families and friends make lasting memories in our home, just like we do. It's our hope that Fun in the Sun becomes a special part of your family’s vacation tradition too.
We designed our beach home, Fun in the Sun, with family in mind. With its spacious layout, it easily accommodates our large extended family, giving everyone room to relax, reconnect, and enjoy all the activities that make OBX so special. Whether it’s long beach days, evening boardwalk strolls, or just relaxing under the stars, we love every moment—and we’re excited to share that experience with our guests.
Hosting has become a true joy for us. We love hearing how families and friends make lasting memories in our home, just like we do. It's our hope that Fun in the Sun becomes a special part of your family’s vacation tradition too.
Why they chose this property
“Fun in the Sun” was the perfect beach vacation home for our family. With nearly 3,800 sq. ft. of interior space and over 3,000 sq. ft. of expansive party decks and a screened porch, this home truly has it all. It’s just a short walk to the beach and even closer to the community center. A leisurely stroll down Schooner Ridge Drive brings you right into the heart of Duck, where you’ll find charming shops, great restaurants, the Town of Duck park, and the scenic sound-side boardwalk.
The home features a large pool, relaxing hot tub, and an incredible screened-in porch on the third floor that quickly became our favorite late-night retreat. The sea breeze and starry skies are so peaceful, I even considered sleeping under the stars on the private upper-level deck, perfect for stargazing.
After exploring many neighborhoods in Duck and the wider OBX area, we knew Schooner Ridge was the perfect spot. With its prime location, community amenities, and everything “Fun in the Sun” has to offer, it was the ideal place to create unforgettable family memories, ones we’ll treasure for a lifetime.
We also love hearing from our guests and friends who’ve made their own special memories here. It’s always a joy to see how others enjoy their time in our home and discover new ways to make their “Fun in the Sun” vacations in Duck, NC truly special.
The home features a large pool, relaxing hot tub, and an incredible screened-in porch on the third floor that quickly became our favorite late-night retreat. The sea breeze and starry skies are so peaceful, I even considered sleeping under the stars on the private upper-level deck, perfect for stargazing.
After exploring many neighborhoods in Duck and the wider OBX area, we knew Schooner Ridge was the perfect spot. With its prime location, community amenities, and everything “Fun in the Sun” has to offer, it was the ideal place to create unforgettable family memories, ones we’ll treasure for a lifetime.
We also love hearing from our guests and friends who’ve made their own special memories here. It’s always a joy to see how others enjoy their time in our home and discover new ways to make their “Fun in the Sun” vacations in Duck, NC truly special.
What makes this property unique
If having "Fun in the Sun" is your idea of the perfect getaway, then our home is exactly where you’ll want to be. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, space, and relaxation, our beach house offers six master suites with private baths, plus two additional bedrooms with a spacious semi-private bath - perfect for large families or groups of friends looking to vacation together without feeling crowded.
Guests love relaxing on our expansive 3,600+ square feet of four-level “super decks,” unwinding with a good book in the large screened-in porch, or cooling off poolside with a cold drink. Whether you're stargazing from the upper deck or enjoying the ocean breeze on a shaded porch, there's truly something for everyone.
As part of the exclusive Schooner Ridge community, our guests enjoy full access to a wide range of top-tier amenities. These include a fully equipped fitness center with free weights, cardio equipment, and showers; twin tennis courts and a racquetball court; a children’s playground and play gym; a game room with pool table, air hockey, and arcade games; and a meeting room with both wired and wireless internet access. When it comes to swimming, Schooner Ridge goes above and beyond, offering a year-round heated indoor pool, a scenic oceanfront pool and gazebo, and an additional outdoor pool at the recreation center. Plus, guests benefit from private beach access with seasonal lifeguards, exclusively for Schooner Ridge residents and their guests.
We’re truly honored when families choose Fun in the Sun in Schooner Ridge, Duck, NC to create their Outer Banks memories. We designed this home with our own family in mind, and it brings us so much joy to know others are making lasting memories here too. It’s more than just a beach house, it’s a place where friends and families reconnect, relax, and return year after year. We hope your time here is as special as ours has always been.
Warmly,
Kathy and Mark Schmidt
Guests love relaxing on our expansive 3,600+ square feet of four-level “super decks,” unwinding with a good book in the large screened-in porch, or cooling off poolside with a cold drink. Whether you're stargazing from the upper deck or enjoying the ocean breeze on a shaded porch, there's truly something for everyone.
As part of the exclusive Schooner Ridge community, our guests enjoy full access to a wide range of top-tier amenities. These include a fully equipped fitness center with free weights, cardio equipment, and showers; twin tennis courts and a racquetball court; a children’s playground and play gym; a game room with pool table, air hockey, and arcade games; and a meeting room with both wired and wireless internet access. When it comes to swimming, Schooner Ridge goes above and beyond, offering a year-round heated indoor pool, a scenic oceanfront pool and gazebo, and an additional outdoor pool at the recreation center. Plus, guests benefit from private beach access with seasonal lifeguards, exclusively for Schooner Ridge residents and their guests.
We’re truly honored when families choose Fun in the Sun in Schooner Ridge, Duck, NC to create their Outer Banks memories. We designed this home with our own family in mind, and it brings us so much joy to know others are making lasting memories here too. It’s more than just a beach house, it’s a place where friends and families reconnect, relax, and return year after year. We hope your time here is as special as ours has always been.
Warmly,
Kathy and Mark Schmidt
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