10/10 Excellent
Annalise F.
29 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annalise F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Duck, NC
- Place, The Sanderling Spa2 min drive
- Place, Duck Boardwalk6 min drive
- Place, Corolla Beach10 min drive
- Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Beach Therapy
1 Queen Bed
Flamingo Room
2 Single Beds
Navy room
1 Queen Bed
Turquoise Room
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
east side bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
west side bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Steps to beach/Ocean view/bright & modern in Duck/ pool & tennis in Sanderling
- 🌞 **Welcome to Writers' Refuge II: Your Slice of Beachy Bliss** 🌞
- Your dream vacation starts here at Writers' Refuge II, nestled in the Sanderling community.
- Enjoy sunny days, breezy nights, and starry memories from this ocean view contemporary cottage; let the sounds of the sea lull you to sleep;
- 7-night summer minimum (Saturday to Saturday, Memorial Day to Labor Day), 2-night minimum during all other seasons.
- 🌊 **60 Seconds to Paradise**
- Just a 1-minute walk to OBX’s beautiful, wide-open beaches via private access.
- Enjoy 2 single-person kayaks and serene nature trails.
- 🏡 **Home Sweet (Beach) Home**
- Recently renovated, with each room designed for fun and relaxation.
- Spacious great room with surrounded with windows, sunny and covered decks, beach-themed linens (fresh for every stay).
- 🍹 **Cheers to Happy Hour!**
- Relax on the vibrant screened porch.
- Gather for dinner around a table that comfortably seats 10.
- 👀 **Explore Glorious Duck**
- Avoid the crowds while staying near Duck’s quaint village and dining spots.
- Enjoy exclusive beach access, nature trails, and world-class restaurants.
- 🎾 **Extras for Fun**
- Complimentary access to the Sanderling Community Pool and Tennis Club (small fee for tennis), just 1.5 miles away.
- 💤 **Drift into Dreamland**
- Descend the spiral staircase to your beach-themed sanctuary:
- 🐟 The Blue Fish Room (Queen)
- 🏖️ The Beach Therapy Room (Queen)
- 🦩 The Flamingo Room (Twin Beds)
- 🐚 The Turquoise Room (Pyramid Bunk & Twin Trundle)
- 🍳 **Fully-Stocked Beach Vacation**
- Includes beach chairs, boogie boards, kayaks, beach wagon and beach toys.
- New kitchenware, beach-themed platters and cooking essentials.
- Fresh linens, towels, and beach-themed quilts.
- Cable TV, high-speed WIFI, BOSE wireless speaker and phone access.
- Dual charcoal and gas grills.
- Outdoor shower with hot water.
- Wood-burning fireplace for cozy autumn and winter nights.
- 👙 **Community Pool Dates**
- Open May 20 to Oct 14.
- 🎾 **Tennis Anyone?**
- Play a round for a small fee!
- 🌊🌟 **From Summer to Winter, Writers' Refuge II is Where Memories are Made!**
- Your dream vacation starts here at Writers' Refuge II, nestled in the Sanderling community.
- Enjoy sunny days, breezy nights, and starry memories from this ocean view contemporary cottage; let the sounds of the sea lull you to sleep;
- 7-night summer minimum (Saturday to Saturday, Memorial Day to Labor Day), 2-night minimum during all other seasons.
- 🌊 **60 Seconds to Paradise**
- Just a 1-minute walk to OBX’s beautiful, wide-open beaches via private access.
- Enjoy 2 single-person kayaks and serene nature trails.
- 🏡 **Home Sweet (Beach) Home**
- Recently renovated, with each room designed for fun and relaxation.
- Spacious great room with surrounded with windows, sunny and covered decks, beach-themed linens (fresh for every stay).
- 🍹 **Cheers to Happy Hour!**
- Relax on the vibrant screened porch.
- Gather for dinner around a table that comfortably seats 10.
- 👀 **Explore Glorious Duck**
- Avoid the crowds while staying near Duck’s quaint village and dining spots.
- Enjoy exclusive beach access, nature trails, and world-class restaurants.
- 🎾 **Extras for Fun**
- Complimentary access to the Sanderling Community Pool and Tennis Club (small fee for tennis), just 1.5 miles away.
- 💤 **Drift into Dreamland**
- Descend the spiral staircase to your beach-themed sanctuary:
- 🐟 The Blue Fish Room (Queen)
- 🏖️ The Beach Therapy Room (Queen)
- 🦩 The Flamingo Room (Twin Beds)
- 🐚 The Turquoise Room (Pyramid Bunk & Twin Trundle)
- 🍳 **Fully-Stocked Beach Vacation**
- Includes beach chairs, boogie boards, kayaks, beach wagon and beach toys.
- New kitchenware, beach-themed platters and cooking essentials.
- Fresh linens, towels, and beach-themed quilts.
- Cable TV, high-speed WIFI, BOSE wireless speaker and phone access.
- Dual charcoal and gas grills.
- Outdoor shower with hot water.
- Wood-burning fireplace for cozy autumn and winter nights.
- 👙 **Community Pool Dates**
- Open May 20 to Oct 14.
- 🎾 **Tennis Anyone?**
- Play a round for a small fee!
- 🌊🌟 **From Summer to Winter, Writers' Refuge II is Where Memories are Made!**
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Duck
Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The Sanderling Spa and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Nor'Banks Sailing and Corolla Raceway. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Children at Play Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Duck, NC
What's nearby
- The Sanderling Spa - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
- Duck Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- Corolla Beach - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
- Wright Brothers National Memorial - 29 min drive - 28.3 km
- Jennette's Pier - 45 min drive - 44.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Duck Donuts - 6 min drive
- Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - 5 min drive
- Coastal Cravings - 5 min drive
- Donutz On a Stick - 6 min drive
- NC Coast Grill & Bar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen D.
9 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KTD
Kathleen D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adam K.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adam K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vincent L.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach stay
Vincent L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa A.
7 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful neighborhood and property!
Melissa A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Hely S.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Get Away
Hely S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason P.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great OBX vacation spot
Jason P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Glen S.
6 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach home
Glen S.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation house
Robert R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Norman G.
23 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Locations great house great we all had a wonderful week. Very clean
Norman G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jean F.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One week in Duck
Jean F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christie D.
28 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house
Christie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ann R.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
Ann R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Lee M.
20 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location… description was spot on.
Lee M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily R.
22 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly escape
Emily R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lynn W.
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach location
Lynn W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gavin S.
27 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach vacation
Gavin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine S., LAKE HOPATCONG, NJ
10 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Christine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
maria h.
6 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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maria h.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
wayne c.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duck visit
wayne c.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michele D., Canfield Ohio, usa
20 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Michele D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Teresa B.
1 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEACH VACAY
Teresa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Doug N.
1 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Summer Stay in Duck
Doug N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Meighan A.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Meighan A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
25 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Favorite spot in Duck
Sarah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Patty Brown and Lane Cooper
Languages:
English, Spanish, Finnish, Swedish
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