Title: Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=122251&destination=Kitty+Hawk%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=115179099&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays ## Photo gallery for Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays ![Property grounds - Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115180000/115179100/115179099/643ec45c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115180000/115179100/115179099/d476f207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115180000/115179100/115179099/0c059a36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115180000/115179100/115179099/17aeaf09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115180000/115179100/115179099/c09867d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1502 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays Experience the epitome of coastal living in this stunning home with vaulted ceilings and panoramic ocean views. Situated just three lots from the beach, this residence offers a short stroll to the Sea Ridge private community access, ensuring your beach days are both convenient and memorable. Enjoy unparalleled privacy with generously sized lots and a beautifully landscaped yard that attracts a variety of songbirds. Relax in the ample outdoor seating, listening to the soothing sounds of the ocean. The beach access is within easy walking distance, especially when traveling with young ones. For those seeking adventure, Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports is just across the street, offering a wide range of activities including Jet Skis, Parasailing, Tubing, Sailing, Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Kayaks, and Pontoon boats. Click the link below to reserve your spot! Enhance your stay by renting a golf cart for the week. Use it to explore the community, transport beach chairs, or head to dinner with ease. Village Table & Tavern, one of the best restaurants around, is also located just across the street. Enjoy spectacular sunset views from the restaurant and Soundside outdoor seating area, which features corn hole, fire pits, Adirondack seating, and live music—a perfect setting for families and pets. Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in this exquisite coastal retreat. 2025 Updates: Exterior Siding Exterior Painting Roof Replacement 2024 Updates: Microwave Dishwasher LVT Flooring in Mid-Level Bedrooms Freshly Painted Interior Ground Level: Carport, Enclosed Outside Shower, Park-Style Grill, Picnic Table, Laundry Area w/Full Sized Washer & Dryer. Second Level: En-Suite Bedroom w/King w/Shower, Access to Wrap-around Deck, Bedroom w/Queen, Bedroom w/Queen, Full Hall Bath. Third Level: Kitchen w/Bar seats 2, Dining Area seats 6, Great Room w/Flat Screen TV, Access to Large Covered Deck, Hall Half Bath. Fourth Level: Bedroom w/Queen w/Private Deck w/Ocean Views. For those days when the ocean is not at its best, a community pool with bathrooms and showers is available! 2026 Community Pool Dates: Mid-May to September 5th Please note, community pool dates are subject to change. \*\*Please note: Home does have an exterior security camera towards the driveway and the front door.\*\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching 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 (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,502 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913900/913817/90b6c568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sanderling Duck - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet friendly 8.8 Excellent 530 reviews $275 nightly $310 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=913817&PinnedHotelID=913817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10590000/10581000/10580953/ab77f0e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Doe Inn Historic Downtown Manteo - 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Leaseholder must be 24 years old. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ## About the neighborhood Located in Kitty Hawk, this vacation home is near the beach. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Sanderling Spa and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center. Nor'Banks Sailing and Children at Play Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Duck travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Duck.dx6924) [View more Vacation Homes in Duck](https://www.expedia.com/Duck-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6924-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.18882%2C-75.75601&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PuApIIs-IIvqcKSYNo5BzokjPJU=) Duck, NC ### What's nearby - ![One of the northernmost towns along the coast in North Carolina, Duck is an idyllic town on the shores of the Currituck Sound. This shot was taken from the town's boardwalk while looking West over the sounds. It is advisable to visit the location in Winter as that is off season - so you can spend more time taking in the beauty of the North Carolina coastline and also sunsets are usually much more picturesque around the time owing to the cooler temperatures and lower amount of atmospheric haze. Plenty of things around Duck to see. Further north, there is the Currituck Lighthouse where you can climb the steps to the top of the lighthouse. North of Corolla, there is an area where you can drive along the coast on the sand - 4X4s a must. Here you can spot some Spanish Mustangs, horses out in the wild. If you're lucky, you can spot them running along the beach in the surf. I'd recommend taking a tour through the Corolla Wild Horse Fund - the money from the tours is used to help the wild horses in every which way possible and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for stopping by and for the support. #colorful #goldenhour #weekend #waterlust #bestof5 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6924/81a4b2b5-e4f9-4c93-9451-2d46cb0fefb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Duck Boardwalk 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![Beachfront real estate in Corolla Beach North Carolina outer banks](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635979819890/d4d3d06b-150f-4f8e-be50-d3e0455542b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Corolla Beach 13 min drive \- 8.9 miles - ![Wright Brothers National Memorial showing a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066265/3480b2d9-f7dc-4911-a568-cdd6da374537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wright Brothers National Memorial 27 min drive \- 16.0 miles - ![Jennette\'s Pier showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250741/dce5ecdd-464b-42b0-9979-bfc80b12bf43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jennette's Pier 42 min drive \- 25.9 miles - Nor'Banks Sailing 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - Duck Donuts 3 min drive - Sunset Grille & Raw Bar 3 min drive - Coastal Cravings 4 min drive - Donutz On a Stick 4 min drive - NC Coast Grill & Bar 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays have a pool? ### Is Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays? ### What time is check-out at Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays? ### Where is Serenity in Duck - Sea Ridge, Ocean View, 3 Min Walk to Beach, Community Pool, Pets OK, Flex Stays located? ## Have a question? 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