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Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach

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Smart TV, DVD player
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Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to the vintage charm of The Cozy Duck OBX, a 4-bedroom cottage surrounded by live oaks and just 500 feet from private beach access. Enjoy the rustic knotty pine paneling, cozy living spaces, outdoor shower, and peaceful top deck or shaded porch.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach

Welcome to "The Cozy Duck OBX", a 4 bedroom 2 bath cottage in beautiful Duck surrounded by live oaks and with a ground floor outdoor shower. Wake up early and walk 500 feet straight to a direct private street beach access (only for residents and guests on this street; there is no public access) to enjoy that amazing sunrise over the ocean. Downtown Duck is less than 1 mile away, making for a quick walk or bike ride to the famous Duck Donuts, outstanding restaurants, excellent boutique shops, and enjoy the beautiful sunset on the boardwalk on the sound.

Once you enter the house you will instantly be transported to vintage OBX with the rustic charm of beautiful knotty pine paneling. The living, kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms are all on one level with a bonus loft upstairs. There is a TV with Roku in the living room as well as in the loft area (where there are an assortment of boardgames and children's toys). There are plenty of restaurants in Duck if you wish to avoid cooking entirely during your stay, but the kitchen is stocked for your culinary activities including pots, pans, baking sheets, flatware, glasses, a toaster oven, microwave, coffee maker (bring your k-cups or ground) and dishes. We also have 500 mbps wireless internet to keep everyone connected to school or work.

Our home offers 1 queen bed (firm), 1 full bed (soft), 2 twins and 2 sets of bunks. All updated mattresses, quilts, and linens! It is best suited for small families or groups, but our beds offer flexible sleeping arrangements. Please note the top bunks are for young children only and not adult use.

Enjoy some peace and quiet on the top deck, or chill out in the shade in the porch on the main level. In the front driveway is a basketball hoop and plenty of greenspace for tossing around a football. We do have two Weber charcoal kettle grills and picnic table available as well.

We love our dog and welcome your dogs too (pet fee extra of $150). Sorry, no kitties or any other animals since our children are highly allergic to felines. We do limit to a maximum of 2 well behaved pups and ask that you try to keep them off the beds and furniture. We want our guests to enjoy the lawn, so please also scoop the poop!

Duck is one of the best dog friendly beach towns in OBX. Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round in Duck as long as they are leashed.

This home is strictly for NONSMOKERS (vaping is also not permitted).

There is also a washer and dryer on the ground floor. We also provide a beach buggy, a tent, a shade umbrella and an assortment of beach chairs.

Please let us know if you notice anything broken or missing.

Freshly laundered linens and towels are always provided!

Thank you for checking out our home. We hope to host you soon!

***A separate signed rental agreement along with a copy of government issued identification of all guests age 21 and over are required within 48 hrs of booking.

***Please make sure to bring your own supply of personal items such as soaps, shampoo, k cups, laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, trash bags, or ziplock bags.

***We may occasionally have maintenance and lawn care at the property during your stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: $500 fine if smoking/vaping is detected

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Rental agreement must be signed and driver's license electronically sent within 24 hours after owner email response or reservation will be cancelled.
Smoking/vaping of any substance is strictly prohibited. Violated is $500 fine and immediate eviction.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Up to 2 dogs, $150 non-refundable fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Violators fined $500

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500 fine if smoking/vaping is detected

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
Note from host: Violators fined $500
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Map
NC, Duck

What's nearby

  • Duck Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Aqua Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Sanderling Spa - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 25 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪NC Coast Grill & Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Treehouse Coffee Co - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Greenleaf Gallery, and Duck Boardwalk. Aqua Spa and Scarborough Lane Shoppes are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Vintage & charming OBX cottage "The Cozy Duck" 4 bd 2 ba, 500 ft from beach Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Graduation Beach Trip

Very accommodating to our needs and a wonderful, cozy home. Location from the beach cannot be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

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

Great OBX Weekend

The property was great super clean and great for a larger group (we had 6 people). Location is perfect right next to the beach and minutes from Duck shops. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

OBX Vacation

Great location! Close to town and beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Summer vacation

Wonderful location and a fantastic week
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

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

Awesome

Geeat host, geeat home, and overall an exceptional experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany M.

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

A wonderful family stay right near the beach

We had a great time at the Cozy Duck - truly so cozy! We can't wait to come back again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ali & Rik K.

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

As described

Nothing fancy but comfortable and close to the beach; well equipped kitchen for cooking and dining in. Highly recommend for small families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Cozy & Convenient

The Cozy Duck was a great place for our family for our twin teens' milestone birthdays/Mother's Day weekend. The location was GREAT for beach, shopping and dining. We would definitely stay again and recommend the cottage to other families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

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

Review

Nice home. Great location! A little rustic, but very well priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neha K.

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

Great stay

This is a great location close to Duck. Close to the beach. Enjoyed our time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike H.

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

Great quiet beach house just a super short walk from the beach

We had a wonderful time at the Cozy Duck! The house is very well stocked and on a very quiet street just a 2-minute walk from the beach. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

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

Just what we needed

This was a perfect little spot for our family of 7, plus furbaby. It's not huge or fancy but had the space we needed, was clean, the kitchen was well stocked, and the location was ideal. The host was A++ in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

M L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property met all the needs and wants of my family for an extended weekend in the OBX. The shops and restaurants of Duck are a one minute drive away, while a private beach access is a three-five minute walk down the street. Our kids enjoyed the loft, and my wife and I enjoyed the outdoor patio for morning coffee. The host was communicative and seemed prepared which gave us comfort during booking in the event we would need to contact during our stay (fortunately we did not). There were multiple BBQs on site (we did not use) and a small private backyard if you're traveling with pets. We did not cook but the kitchen was well stocked and most importantly the coffeepot accommodates both K-cups and a full pot :). No issues with the bathrooms, they were clean and fully functional. Overall would recommend and consider staying again in the future. Thank you for having us, Cozy Duck
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

wonderful cottage, perfect location!

Visited for 7 nights with my boyfriend and dog. Quick walk to the beach and short easy walk to Duck town center. the cottage was more than we needed in size and could easily accommodate two small families. My dog enjoyed relaxing on the porch as well as the dog friendly beach!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana N.

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

Cozy duck

The property was in a great location. We enjoyed walking to the duck shops and walking to the beach. The host was easy to communicate with and the property is well maintained. We were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

The Cozy Duck

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Cozy Duck. It was very clean and comfortable, and has one of the best stocked kitchens of any beach house I’ve stayed at. Susan is a wonderful host and was very accommodating. We’ll definitely plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail D., Covington, VA

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

Very easy getaway.

The cottage was exactly as it was described. Cozy and clean. Loved the location to the beach and to the town of Duck. Grandsons liked the basketball hoop…and grown ups liked walking into the town of Duck. Very easy check in and check out. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Great location!

The Cozy Duck is a quaint little cottage in the most perfect location! So close to the beach and town. It was perfect for our family of 4 and could accommodate even more. This was our first visit to Duck and we would definitely return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Great place in Duck!

We had a great time at the cozy duck over Labor Day weekend! The check in/check out process was very easy. Thought it was the right amount of space for 4-6 adults to stay. Loved that we were a short walk from the beach! And if you enjoy walking a bit more, you can easily walk to shops and food in town. Overall great experience, would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Beach fun

We loved the proximity to the beautiful, private beach. The house had plenty of room for us and having two bathrooms made things easy. The town of Duck was convenient too. We enjoyed checking out the shops. Definitely get a boil dinner and cook yourself some redfish (also called drum). It’s easy and very tasty.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tina C.

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

First time vrbo user. Would rent again.

This was my first time using vrbo and the process was great, communication with the owner was great and the location was great. We really enjoyed being able to hear the ocean from the property and the short walk to the beach. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barkley H.

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

Duck

We would happily return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Perfect family fun!

House was clean. Check-in was easy and communicated clearly. Description was accurate and helpful. We knew exactly what we needed to bring with us - helpful when traveling far and with a family. Location is perfect! Close to beach and town center - great for walking to both. Teenage kiddos loved walking into town to get smoothies or ice cream. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Nice little gem

Very nice week clean house short walk to beach . Little hard to get out on main road if you try at wrong times . Other than that great place to stay and quietly tucked in neighborhood. Also short walk to Duck and boardwalk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene C.

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

Great spot!

They so s a nice house with a smart layout. Very clean considering it is pet friendly. Sure some things could use a little updating but overall is in great shape and an awesome location just off the beach. Beach chairs and toys included made packing easier, the kitchen had tons of pots and dishes, way more than we have at home. Highly recommend if you're ok with a comfy home rather a modern brand new option.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024