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A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC

Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Outer Banks Beaches

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Living area
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Nestled near the beach, Buoy and Gulls offers a tranquil retreat with private access. Enjoy beautiful sunrises over the ocean and unwind on the side deck with sound-side sunset views. This adorable cottage is within walking distance to many restaurants, shops, and activities or take a short bike ride.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC

Buoy and Gulls was partially updated in 2024. This adorable cottage is only a 5 minute walk from the beach with private access. It is 1,200 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and side deck. This beach retreat offers access to many restaurants, shops and activities within a quick 2-3 mile drive or bike ride. Enjoy beautiful beach sunrises and sound-side sunsets.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Wildlife walks 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)

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Exterior

Sunrise. Sunset. Peace.

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 156 reviews
Sunrise. Sunset. Peace.

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

Map
NC, Kitty Hawk

What's nearby

  • The Sanderling Spa - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Duck Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 21 min drive - 15.8 km
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 33 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪NC Coast Grill & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Village Table And Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Nor'Banks Sailing. The Sanderling Spa and Duck Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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A coastal getaway in a private neighborhood in quaint Duck, NC Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ted T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location to town and beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful relaxing stay

We loved our stay at Buoys and Gulls. The house was spotless when we arrived, air conditioning worked great, and the owner was very responsive. The big sunroom is so comfortable and we enjoyed relaxing after a long day at the beach. Beds are comfortable too. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and home. Kitchen is very well-stocked and having the beach wagon was a plus we weren't expecting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indira M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short trip to the Outer Banks

This was our first trip to the Outer Banks and we had a wonderful time! The house was perfect for my family and for what we needed. It was a very short walk to the beach and very close (driving) to shops and restaurants. The owners were very responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

2 easy blocks to Atlantic Ocean . All sandy barefoot beaches that are incredibly long. 1 block to main road. Quiet neighborhood. Best value for the money. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfy!

Norma’s house is clean and comfortable, perfect for a vacation in the OBX. Norma was extremely responsive to our needs & check-in was a breeze. There is a beach cart with chairs, an umbrella and boogie boards & the property is a short walk to the beach. We used the charcoal grill for dinner one night, too. Will definitely stay here for our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick stay

Enjoyed our few extra days here in OBX! Clean close to beach and great location to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabella B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice!

Very charming, comfortable place to stay! Did have a little walk to the beach but we didn’t mind since it was private to just those on the street. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Loved the house

We love Sound Sea Village and Buoys and Gulls was perfect. The location is great and the house and beach vibe was wonderful. The sleeping options were perfect and the pull out sofa in one of the family rooms was a bonus we didn't even know about! We had an amazing vacation and really appreciate everything!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heat and air

It was a great visit except our second day was interrupted by the air conditioning man who was there for at least four hours and we had no idea he was going to come. So it made us rethink that day, and we only had a couple of days there all together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was in a great location and provided amenities and gear that were wonderful for our family. However, the property has an odor (very similar to moth balls) and damp rid hanging bags throughout the house. Also, the grass leading to the stairs was very high, and we were concerned about ticks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Beach Vacation

We loved the cleanliness and spaciousness of this house. A short walk to the lovely beach, and a short drive to the town of Duck. Full-size washer/dryer, central air, and a big TV with comfortable lounging furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach Cottage

Awesome beach cottage!! Great location-quiet for when you want peace & relaxation but close to everything. Highly recommend. Norma is super responsive & helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun trip

Had a great trip. Nice clean place for friends to get together at the beach and have a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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