Located in Carolina Dunes within a 5-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Nor'Banks Sailing. The vacation home includes a private pool, a private hot tub, and a kitchen.
Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles
Kitty Hawk Beach - 19 min drive - 8.6 miles
H2OBX Waterpark - 31 min drive - 16.7 miles
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Duck Donuts - 3 min drive
Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - 2 min drive
Coastal Cravings - 3 min drive
B J's Carolina Cafe - 29 min drive
Duck Deli - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Carpe Duckem
New for 2024: All full bathrooms refurbished with new light fixtures and hardware. New granite countertops, cabinet fronts, and LVP flooring in the top-level kitchen. New décor in the top-level living room. New for 2023: A mid-level queen bedroom upgraded to a king and 32" Smart TV added. Ground-level double bedroom upgraded to a queen and 40" Smart TV added. 43” Smart TV added to the top-level king master bedroom.
Enjoy all that Duck has to offer at this lovely Outer Banks vacation rental. Plenty of room, a private pool, and many more convenient amenities await you at 'Carpe Duckem'. It's an easy walk for a day at the beach, or you can spend your time enjoying the private pool and hot tub at the property. You will love the pool deck area with plenty of room to recline in the sun while the kids play. Evenings under the stars while soaking away a year's worth of stress in the poolside hot tub are yours if you like. Kids of all ages will enjoy the foosball table. Wireless internet access is provided so you can stay connected all week at your leisure. Open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, you can cook and socialize at the same time. Just minutes from quaint village shopping, local eateries, coffee shops, bookstores, and water sports. Head south for movies or north for Wild Horse tours. This outstanding Duck vacation property is centrally located so you can have the best of everything at 'Carpe Duckem'.
Top-Level: Living Room with TV, DVD Player, Additional Table (seats 4), and Deck Access; Dining Room with Table (seats 10); Kitchen with Bar (seats 4), Blender, Coffee Maker (Drip), Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Stove, Refrigerator, Toaster, Pots, Pans, Dishes, and Cooking Essentials; Additional Living Area; King Master Bedroom with 43" Smart TV, Deck Access, and Attached Full Bathroom; Hall Half Bathroom.
Mid-Level: King Master Bedroom with 32" Smart TV and Attached Full Bathroom; Queen Master Bedroom with TV and Attached Full Bathroom; Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk, shares Jack and Jill Bathroom with Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds.
Ground-Level: Rec Room with 43" Smart TV, Foosball Table, Pool Table, Kitchenette (microwave, refrigerator, and sink), and Deck Access; Queen Bedroom with 40" Smart TV, shares access to Hall Full Bathroom.
Extras: Distance to the Beach: 1395 ft., Grill (Charcoal), Hot Tub (seats 6), No Smoking, Parking: 6 Cars, PETS NOT ALLOWED, Private Pool (14 x 30), WiFi.
Additional amenity details: Private Pools are open from May 2, 2025 until October 12, 2025 and May 1 2026 until October 11, 2026. Pool heat is not an option for this property. Hot tubs are available year-round.
All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a small fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.
Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.
Disclaimer: For the safety and security of our guests and property, this vacation rental may be equipped with a driveway-facing surveillance camera.
The use of the property is restricted to use by You and Your family, unless it is agreed upon, in writing, to occupancy by a non-family group. A “family” means parents, grandparents, children, and extended family members vacationing at the property. For example, the use of the property by fraternities, sororities, groups under the age of 24, or unrelated groups is prohibited.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a private hot tub, and a washing machine.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 24
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
164067
Carpe Duckem 1393 ft From the Beach Private Pool Hot Tub
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Carolina Dunes within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Nor'Banks Sailing. You'll also find Duck Boardwalk and The Sanderling Spa within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, though there is a max of 4 spaces.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Carpe Duckem?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a private pool, a kitchen, and a wet bar.
Are there hot tubs at Carpe Duckem?
Yes, this vacation home features private spa tubs in all accommodations.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is 28.6 mi away (50 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Carpe Duckem?
Yes, every accommodation at Carpe Duckem comes with a balcony.
Carpe Duckem Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey L.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tradition
Wonderful neighborhood, house is better than the pictures and the beds were great. Will be returning to this house next year. House provided a wagon and chairs for the beach, which was a very quick walk down the street, Plenty of room for the family to sprawl out and relax. View from the deck in the evenings was beautiful.
Lindsey L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Thomas T.
Aug 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family week
Nice size house. Enjoyed having pool on site as the grandkids sometime tore of the beach. M8guel
Thomas T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Kris L.
Sep 14, 2020
Love Duck!
Property has a lot to offer for a family to enjoy their vacation. Property management needs improvement.
Kris L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Megan D.
Sep 1, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place for our family and friends to relax!
The house was great. We had enough beds and bathrooms for everyone. The house was very clean. We had an issue with the pool jets one day and I sent a text. It was fixed within an hour. The wrap around top deck was nice to sit on. You can see the sound. The walk to the beach wasn't bad. We had a 5 and 7 year old with us. Nice outside shower with hot and cold water to rinse off before getting into the pool or hot tub. Overall, we had 9 adults and 5 kids with plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We would definately stay here again.
Megan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
4/10 Poor
yvonne c.
Oct 14, 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness
Carpe duckem
Property unacceptable. Black mold in multiple rooms. It was even coming out of base of ceiling fan in living room, vents, walls, shower curtains. Kitchen poorly equipped. Cabinets peeling. We used 5 beds. Mattresses so bad, two guests slept on sofa. One blanket for entire house.