Title: Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, Family-friendly vacation home with an outdoor pool, near Outer Banks Beaches ## Photo gallery for Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, ![Beach nearby, sun loungers - Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34012500/34012449/849c565b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34012500/34012449/3163e649.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34012500/34012449/4e0ce4e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books - Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34012500/34012449/2f5dd2ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, (Duck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34012500/34012449/f52bee45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of golfing on site, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this vacation home. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - 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 - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - 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 - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - 2 outdoor pickleball courts - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - 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 (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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710200/33710139/w1619h1080x4y0-2969dd95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 506 - Nags Head Cove Rental w/ Gorgeous Sunset Views Over the Water Nags Head - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.2 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=33710139&PinnedHotelID=33710139&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109950000/109944500/109944441/26c3b41b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2507 - Salty Sandpiper, a spacious 5-bedroom home in Duck, NC, perfect for family getaways. 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From Oct. 1 to May 1 a $10 per guest per night will be charged for more than 6 guests. Dogs allowed on the beach from 6 PM–9 AM between 5/15 and 9/15\. They must be on a leash. Waste bags available at Hillcrest beach entrance. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Note from host: 2 dogs max, house trained, well behaved. ### 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 and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number NO ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Second Nature beautiful Natural Setting Private Pool 2 Kayaks ## About the area Located in Kitty Hawk, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nor'Banks Sailing and Children at Play Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Paradise Fun Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Kitty Hawk travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kitty-Hawk.dx122251) [View more Vacation homes in Kitty Hawk](https://www.expedia.ca/Kitty-Hawk-Private-Vacation-Homes.d122251-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%7C36.13912%2C-75.74232&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=V8SmnhyC_6ka7E1KqH36u7kd2uc=) 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 5 min drive \- 3.0 km - ![#beachbound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/122251/759b2284-298b-40cc-b7dc-445baf39cc22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kitty Hawk Beach 7 min drive \- 6.6 km - Scarborough Lane Shoppes 5 min drive \- 3.3 km - Duck Woods Country Club 5 min drive \- 4.3 km - Aycock Brown Welcome Center 7 min drive \- 6.3 km ### Getting around - Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Sunset Grille & Raw Bar 7 min drive - Coastal Cravings 5 min drive - Cosmos Pizzeria 8 min drive - Duck Donuts 7 min drive - Steamers Restaurant & Catering 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, have a pool? ### Is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,? ### What time is check-out at Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks,? ### Where is Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Second Nature-Beautiful, Natural Setting, Private Pool, 2 Kayaks, Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 120 8 - Good 25 6 - Okay 10 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property in a nice neighborhood. House was very nice- fully stocked kitchen, nice bedrooms. The swinging bed on the porch was wonderful. The pool was nice and relaxing. Nice neighbors. The private beach access that comes with the neighborhood is very nice as well. ##### Sarah S. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim F. May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Jim F. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark M. Oct 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Mark M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James A. Jul 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good times in OBX Everything was great for our trip to the OBX. The house was laid out perfectly for our group. And the kids loved the pool. Thanks for letting us stay for the week. Cheers. ##### James A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob K. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Rob K. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Chris D. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2 week southern shores Great location and amenities. House could use a little TLC with some simple things like cracked toilet seats, and loose pool table felt. Host was wonderful-available and attentive with questions and concerns. We enjoyed seeing the local wildlife near the canal every morning. Check in and out were super convenient. ##### Chris D. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Aaron L. Apr 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Aaron L. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chelsea W. Oct 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Chelsea W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce P. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location We really enjoyed staying here. The porch swing was a hit. My grandson loves fishing in the canal. It's the best of both worlds. Shade and sound in back and beach in front. It was nice being at the beach in the daytime and having the pool in the shade in the evening. The only negative thing is that there was poison ivy/oak around the house and pool and we did come home with some :( Other than that we had a blast. ##### Joyce P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeffery m. Sep 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### jeffery m. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carol d. Sep 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### carol d. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark D. May 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Mark D. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Eric C. Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second Nature Being that it was late October and pretty much the end of the vacation season some of the issues we encountered were understandable. The property was easy to find. located a short drive to Duck and Kittyhawk. The neighborhood was very quiet. When we first entered, we noted a mix of musty/bleach odor and a few dead palmetto bugs on the floor. The rooms were decorated nicely. The beds were a little too soft for my liking and a bit worn in. There were plenty of blankets for the colder nights. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and was organized. The living room/dining room was very comfortable. We enjoyed the screened-in back porch and the oversized porch swing was awesome. The game room had a ping pong table/pool table that was in decent shape. We saw lots of deer and birds from the balcony. The observation deck did not provide views of the ocean. Best we saw was the tree tops across the street. A few of the family took the kayaks out into the canal. There is a very steep hill with awkward steps to traverse. The pool was half drained below the filter intake and we couldn't get the hose turned on to fill it so we didn't use it at all. The water was kinda greenish anyways. The beach access was a 17 minute walk so we usually drove. The neighborhood beach was very clean and easily accessible from the parking lot. We thought about staying and extra day and the owner was very responsive to our messages. In the end we decided to head home as scheduled. Not terrible for the $ ##### Eric C. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Amber S. Aug 1, 2023 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### OBX Family Reunion Booked our stay for a family reunion with my immediate family & 2 nephews (both under 2 years old). The location & amenities were most important, especially the pool. Our first day there we noticed that the place is not well taken care of: My dad had to spend 6 hours cleaning the pool area & ridding it of poison ivy & pine needles so the babies could play there. The pool was also low on chlorine (we tested the water because it looked questionable). We did not feel comfortable using other amenities like outdoor showers/kayaks because they were grimy, overgrown & had lots of bugs/spiders. Overall the amenities had great potential and on paper seemed exciting but due to the lack of maintenance weren't realistically usable. There is black mold throughout the basement ceiling & around the skylights in the home. One of the adults stayed in the basement area so the babies didn't get the worst of breathing that in during our stay. Additionally the dryer did not work and the people who came to replace it would drop by unexpectedly. The pool maintenance man came by the morning we were leaving of course lol. Lastly, the owner profiled me I assume for being young and cancelled our request for the rental because he thought we'd be too loud. I had to explain extensively why we were planning to be there and who would be there before he approved our request. Why rent your house out at all if you're that worried about the guests? For the price I would recommend finding somewhere else. ##### Amber S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tara D. Oct 17, 2023 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Tara D. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Dr. Joel C. Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy 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. ##### Dr. Joel C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha B. Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful place, lots of space, quiet and convenient location ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12223de4-5222-4c2d-9859-358a5e945238-1752357960810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e5e0bbcb-432e-4864-93b4-76c5f59909a1-1752357958991.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e822e172-fb72-4f51-8d05-2f076088de2f-1752357960546.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9a3f5668-106a-41ab-9499-6814cdb7b6e2-1752357961028.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Samantha B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glynnis D. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great time staying at Second Nature! We loved the nature feel of the property while being a mile from the beach. The house had everything we needed for beach trips, fun things to do, and to accommodate a toddler and baby. ##### Glynnis D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim F. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant stay A very comfortable and quiet setting ##### Jim F. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah T. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax in Second Nature Our family loved this property! It felt secluded enough that we felt like we had a decent amount of privacy yet was close enough to Duck and Kitty Hawk to shop and eat! We LOVED the pool - a perfect way to cool down on a hot day! The pool table/ping pong table and board games were a perfect way to spend evenings. I cannot recommend this property enough and I truly hope we can stay next summer! ##### Sarah T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marguerite M. Jul 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! We had a great time at Second Nature! ##### Marguerite M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### eva l. Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a very spacious house. The kitchen was well stocked with any kind of utensil. Or PAN or pots that she might need. Love the screen in back porch. The neighborhood was beautiful, close to a lot of things. The house was very dog friendly, but neighbors have dogs. So please be sure and keep your dog on a leash and don't let them go in the back because there's a lot of the little huckleberry, things that get stuck in their Fur and our dogs came back with tons of them, the weather didn't really cooperate with us being out. On the canoe, in the canal or anything The owner kept the pool in very good condition. Although again, the weather did not make it to where we could use it. The owner was very accommodating and very responsive. To any need that we had would suggest this for a family with pets anytime. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/72d4dada-586e-41b0-94b2-6e270398e3ed-1761195812739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3f1fcecf-8ee0-4a85-8c05-9c04579468c6-1761195823134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9b4f3b1d-1c4d-49c0-b385-c31dfdea9c44-1761195821069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/53dc6cf5-16a9-43c8-a538-04c490d6e051-1761195816920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### eva l. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trish B. Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Second Nature is a nature lover's dream. We saw deer eating berries around the property on the daily, as well as Osprey and other sea birds flying over.The house itself is amazing and is stocked fully for your every convenience. We enjoyed playing pool in the gameroom, but our favorite spot was definitely on the screened porch. Day or night. It's high vantage point made for amazing views and an inconspicuous way to watch the wildlife. The swing was amazingly relaxing.Also, being pet-friendly was amazing. We always travel with our 2 furry friends.The beach access is easy to reach at the end of the road, and is very private. The tennis courts are even closer.As we toured lighthouses both north at Currituck and south at Cape Hatteras, Second Nature was in the perfect location for us, close to in the middle!!Highly recommend, and we will be back. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/29322516-7778-4d10-bf48-cfd99abde217-1759091350836.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2f24f7a9-f947-4d40-9df2-514117491052-1759091350760.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/77e40fd7-a8c5-4075-89d1-277d535f82df-1759091350802.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7421e1b8-b4bc-4ae4-8522-679380551dec-1759091351233.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Trish B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronee P. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super nice Beautiful place. Great views from porch in back. House was fully stocked with stuff from baby gates to stuff for the beach. We had a wonderful time. Kids loved the pool. Only down fall was the ticks but u are in a wooded area so that is to be expected. Had a water issue mid week however host was super kind and fast at getting it taken care and paid for our dinner that night out. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Ronee P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax and Refresh Have been staying at this property for many years. 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