An onsite EV charger sets Above The Salt apart before you ever unpack, and this seven-bedroom semi-oceanfront Duck home from Carolina Designs keeps the surprises coming: a 32 by 16 private pool, a hot tub, two outdoor showers, a basketball hoop, and Schooner Ridge community perks that include pool access and tennis. The ocean sits just a few steps away.
Overview
Above The Salt and just about everything else, this Outer Banks home in the quaint town of Duck will delight you with its charm. Relax by the private pool and soak up the rays. The thoughtful floor plan takes advantage of every level, maximizing the ocean views with spacious decks and windows overlooking the sea. Ideal for a large family gathering, this home offers seven bedrooms, three of which have private baths, along with five full baths and a convenient half bath. Bouncing between beach time and poolside lounging is easier than ever, and the hot tub provides a soothing place to relax after a long day of vacation fun. Sleeping arrangements include three kings, three queens, two twin bunks, and a trundle, while eight TVs, free high-speed wireless internet, a highchair, and four parking spaces round out the practical details of this OBX vacation rental.
Don't forget to take advantage of the amenities of the Schooner Ridge subdivision, which offers community pool access and community tennis. The quiet winding streets of this neighborhood are perfect for riding bikes, and the shops, boutiques, restaurants, and town park of Duck are all within walking distance. Please note that this is a no pets home with Friday check-in.
Ground Floor
- Two queen bedrooms
- Shared full bath
Two queen bedrooms share a full bath on this level, making it an easy landing spot for guests who want to be steps from the pool deck. A full refrigerator here adds welcome storage for beach snacks and cold drinks. Outdoor amenities include a private pool, hot tub, two outdoor showers, charcoal and gas grills, and a basketball hoop for friendly games between swims.
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First Floor
- Two kings with private baths
- Queen bedroom
- Bedroom with two twin bunks and a trundle
- Shared full bath
- Laundry
Bedding on the middle level includes two kings with private baths, flatscreen TVs, and access to the oceanside deck, where morning coffee comes with a sea breeze. The two other bedrooms share a bath. One is furnished with a queen bed and the other with two twin bunks and a trundle, a favorite arrangement for the younger members of the group. Laundry facilities are located on this floor.
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Second Floor
- Great room
- Dining areas
- Kitchen
- King with private bath
An open floor plan incorporates the great room, dining areas, and kitchen, all of which enjoy glimpses of water views from the wide ocean facing windows. The great room features plush micro suede sofas and a flat screen TV. The kitchen is well appointed, receives plenty of natural light, and offers additional bar seating at the island. The king bedroom on the top floor has a private bath.
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Pool: Heated by heat pump. The 2026 pool season runs 4/3/2026 to 10/23/2026 and the 2027 season runs 3/26/2027 to 10/22/2027, with pool heat available for $250.00. Ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees.
Community Note: Guests of Schooner Ridge have access to community amenities, including community pool access and community tennis. Early access into this subdivision is permitted.
