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Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,

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5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Explore the area

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Kitty Hawk, NC
  • Popular LocationDuck Boardwalk4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAvalon Fishing Pier13 min drive
  • Popular LocationH2OBX Waterpark17 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)90 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Kitty Hawk

Seaside stay .You'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Greenleaf Gallery within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Duck Boardwalk and Aqua Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Duck Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Aqua Spa - 4 min drive
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 13 min drive
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 17 min drive
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,

Get the best of all worlds on the Outer Banks in this five-bedroom/three-full-bath getaway. Enjoy majestic treetop views of the canal and marine forest -- with abundant wildlife and birds while having nearby beach access,(2 minutes from the house by car), with private community parking as well as the safety of life guards.
Relax in the large screened porch overlooking the lush natural setting. There are great views from the two master bedroom decks. The first-level rec room with an adjacent kids bedroom provides separate space/time for adults and children.
Two good quality kayaks come free with the rental and can be launched from the backyard dock. Enjoy swimming in your own private swimming pool.

Property manager

Dennis O'Brien

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 2 dogs max, house trained, well behaved.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Second Nature beautiful Natural Setting Private Pool 2 Kayaks

Frequently asked questions

How close is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.8 mi (42-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, to the beach?

This vacation home is 1 mi (3-min drive) from Outer Banks Beaches.

Does Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, to downtown Kitty Hawk?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Southern Shores.

Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay at the OBX
We have a great time staying at Second Nature. We loved the pool table and kayaking on the canal behind the house. The house was perfect for our family of 8. We also loved the swimming pool and proximity to the beach. We would love to stay here again in the future if we can make our way back to the OBX. We enjoyed trips to Wright Bros Memorial, Jockey's Ridge, Fishing and activities on Roanoke Island, visiting and climbing the lighthouses and hanging out at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D., Charleston West Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice comfortable place in a natural setting
It's a great place in a natural setting at the beach with a wilderness feel. The best of both worlds! The beach is a short drive down the road, but you can come back to trees, and shade, and listen to the birds and squirrels on the screened-in porch while relaxing on the bed swing, after spending the day at the beach. The owner was very responsive, and the place had everything we needed. In 15 years of going to the Outer Banks, this is the best-equipped rental we have ever rented....hands down. And it was a welcome treat to have a gas stove to cook on, so much better than electric, and plus, we didn't have that same old issue of reflective plates on an electric stove that the rental companies can never seem to get the right size of. The weather was a bit unseasonably chilly our week so we never got in the pool, but it was in such a nice setting as well. If you are looking for a place near the beach that doesn't have that same old sandy feel, where you can go to the beach and come back and relax in a nature-type setting, this is your place. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Nature is a very nice place!
Second Nature is a well located, very nice cottage. Our time there was relaxing. The pool is very private and everything about the home met all our needs for a great vacation. My wife and I highly recommend a stay at Second Nature!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very relaxing
The house is at a great location, close to the beach and halfway between Duck and Kitty Hawk, so with great access to restaurants, shopping, and activities. The screened-in porch is also great. We were comfortable in the house, which was very quiet and peaceful—a relaxing getaway for our whole family and our dog. The owner was very responsive. One tip: bring your own paper products.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall on the Outer Banks
We loved Second Nature. The location was perfect for our day trips. The home is beautifully decorated, well equipped kitchen, and a relaxing place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Tara D.

Quiet location with plenty of space.
I will start with positives. The location of the house is nice being that it is tucked back in and is quiet. The canal is behind the house and that offered chances to see birds and deer. There was plenty of sleeping space with 5 bedrooms and room for 10 people. My favorite part was the crow's nest (highest deck) and the screened in porch. I kept the screened porch open to the house often for the dogs to run in and out and to hear nature. There is pool but not useable in early October. The way the house was set-up, it was great for entertaining. I enjoyed the artsy, eclectic decorations. Anything you could have needed for cooking was supplied. To the negatives, the dishwasher was broken and even when trying to organize the repair with the owner, the repair was never completed. Also, the tv sound in the living room did not work and a solution could not be found after multiple messages and a phone conversation with the owner. The same repairman who was supposed to do the dishwasher was also going to look at the tv, but he never showed. The house could definitely have been cleaner, and it is really could use some love with paint and other repairs such as rotting wood. The coffee pot was toast and should not be used. Also, the expensive linens fees DOES NOT include towels. The owner was kind enough to have towels delivered after I messaged him. Overall, it was a nice place to stay but I was disappointed by things not working as they should and as paid for.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Dr. Joel C., Lodi, Wisconsin

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very dated property that needs a lot of TLC.
This is more of cabin than a house. The location was right, but the house fell far short of expectations. A heavy mildew smell persists in the lowest level and under the kitchen sink. Dishwasher didn't work, but I brought my own dishwasher ;-) A lot of the decking and stairways outside are rotted and need replacing and a coat of paint would really help. Door to the screen porch was broken, I sent a picture to the property manager on the first day with no reply. The property manager did pick up the phone when I called at midnight of the 2nd day with water pouring from a lower level light fixture and ceiling. He said he was 73 miles away and to have the neighbor help to get the water turned off. The neighbor happened to have a special tool and had to turn the water off at the street. My kids did a great job of mopping water and emptying buckets. It's a night we will remember. It was the end of the season so there were a lot of broken items and insulation hanging from the ceiling of the carport. Water toys were full of water and in disrepair with questionable life jackets. It seems there was a lack of pride of ownership/management. Carpets were filthy. 1 family vacation a year should be special, but this property needs about $50k to make it feel special again. Owner left the pool open for the week for an extra fee. We only saw one other pool in the OBX that had been drained for the winter in the first week of October. The screen porch is the best feature. Great place to chill.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Husband/wife year OBX vacation with Dog
Our stay was absolutely wonderful and relaxing! The community of Duck offers so much as far as shopping and dining. Second Nature was the best part! We spent so much time cooking and enjoying the homes other amenities: pool table, porch swings, grill, and swimming pool! The location to the beach access and parking was also a great addition; we took daily trips to the beach with our dog! We are excited to come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation, great house
Remote missing in main bedroom, I downloaded Roku app to work it but didn't figure that out until the last night.. other family members wished there was TV's in their room. two did not have tv's refrigerator shelves need attention. It is very loose and I did break a jar of mine. I mainly mention this for the owner but what a wonderful place. Had plenty of room and had a really great time. Pool was great just a little cloudy water at the early part of the week but was attended to early on by the pool person and cleared up mid week. Kitchen has EVERYTHING you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffery m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Nature is Second to None
The home does need some TLC but… The neighborhood is quiet. The home is well furnished. The wildlife is abundant. The deer are beautiful to watch. The route to the beach allows for walking, biking, or driving complete with a stop light to get you across 12. Not feeling the beach? The pool was great to have. Centrally located between Duck and Kitty Hawk with all the accompanying shopping, eating, and playing. We lacked for nothing. Property manager/owner was great to work with. Can’t recommend this home enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023