About Second Nature

Amenities & Permissions
On-Site: Two Kayaks with Paddles and Vests, Private Pool, Pool/ping pong Table, Spectacular Canal and Marine Forest View and Access, Elevated Dune Location
Local: Guarded Beach, Golf, Tennis, Marina/Launch, Playground, Duck Water Sport Rentals, Boutiques, Dining
Permissions:  Pets-Check with us ~ Smoking-Not Indoors ~ Children-OK, Max. 6

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.  The beach house is off of the beaten trail atop one of the largest dunes in the OBX.  No traffic, no crowds, lots of Mother Nature.  We are located in Southern Shores, a shore to sound community with a broad range of amenities. including marinas and boat launch areas, tennis, and playgrounds for the kids.  A quiet 10-15 minute walk to a private guarded beach or drive 2 minutes to ample beach parking. Tennis courts in gorgeous pine setting 200 yrds from the house. Kayak in miles of canals right from the backyard. Town of Duck is 1 1/2 miles by drive or bikepath. Great location for biking, roller blading or letting the kids play in neighborhood. Access to all water sports rentals in Duck. Golf, hanggliding, parasailing, surfing, the works. Grocery stores and shopping in the great boutiques of Duck within a 5 minute drive.

Relax in the large screened porch overlooking the lush natural setting. The views from the two master bedroom decks and house-top "eagle's-nest" deck offer some of the best views in the OBX area. The first-level rec room with an adjacent kids bedroom with TV/DVD and full bathroom provides separate space for the younger crowd.

2 kayaks come free with the rental and can be launched from your own backyard dock.  The canals are quiet and perfect for short or long outings.  Also bring your fishing rods for the great fishing and binoculars for birdwatching.  This is truly a rare spot on the Outer Banks!