PORPOISE RUN - Vacation rental home in Duck, NC

PORPOISE RUN

General Features

  • 1 Double
  • 1 Futon
  • 1 Highchair
  • 1 Outdoor Shower
  • 1 Queen
  • 1 Trundle
  • 3 Kings
  • 3 Twins
  • 5 DVD Players
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 6 Bedrooms (2 Private Baths)
  • 6 Parking Spaces
  • 6 TVs
  • Friday check-in
  • Gas Grill
  • Located in Carolina Dunes In Duck
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Recreation Room
  • Semi-Oceanfront
  • Semi-Oceanfront Home

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About this Property
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms

PORPOISE RUN greets arriving guests with a stained glass window of porpoises at sunrise, a tasteful signature that sets the tone for the whole week at this Carolina Designs semi-oceanfront home in Duck. The six-bedroom retreat pairs sweeping ocean views with a nautical game room stocked with ping-pong and air hockey.

Overview

Refined and thoughtfully maintained each year, this Outer Banks vacation retreat is ideal for large gatherings. Relax in the expansive living area with its sweeping ocean views, challenge the family to a match in the ground-level game room, or curl up in a quiet corner of the deck with only a good book and the seabirds for company. Sunrises and sunsets alike can be enjoyed from the high vantage point of this Carolina Dunes home, and both the sound and ocean are within breezy walking distance. This property is convenient to town amenities, yet situated in a tranquil community. Rent bikes and enjoy the multi-use community path, which lines the length of Duck Road, or spend an afternoon exploring the village's shops, boutiques, and restaurants. From dawn 'til twilight and well into the night, this spacious, well-sited cottage only one lot from the ocean will refresh and revitalize. With six bedrooms, five full baths, free high-speed wireless internet, and six parking spaces, this OBX vacation rental is built for a crowd. Book a stay at Porpoise Run and be welcomed to an idyllic home you'll want to make a family tradition.

Ground Floor

  • Rec room
  • Laundry

The ground floor incorporates a nautical-themed recreation room that features ping-pong, an air hockey table, mounted TV, and built-in bench seating. Laundry facilities are located on this level for easy mid-week loads of beach towels. Outdoor amenities include a gas grill area, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day in the surf.

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First Floor

  • Three king bedrooms (two have private baths)
  • Bedroom with one double and one twin
  • Bedroom with two twins/trundle
  • Two full shared baths

A central foyer leads to five bedrooms, three of which are kings with flat screen TVs, deck access, and water views. Two of the king bedrooms have private baths. The fourth bedroom has a twin and a double bed, and the fifth has two twins and a trundle, a great setup for the younger members of the group. Two full shared baths serve this level.

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Second Floor

  • Great room
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Sun room with futon
  • Queen bedroom with shared full bath

On the top floor you will find a living room with vaulted ceilings, a TV, a second sitting area with wet bar, and access to a wraparound deck with ocean views. The kitchen features an island with bar seating, and there is a dining area for group meals. A sun room features bright natural light and a futon for additional bedding. One queen bedroom is located on this level, and has access to to the deck via sliding glass doors. A full bath is accessable from both the great room and bedroom.

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Please Note: The great room fireplace is not available for guest use. No pets allowed. Friday check-in.

Community Note: The Town of Duck has beach equipment policies to help keep visits to the shore enjoyable and safe.

2026 Holiday Week Check-In: Our offices will be closed on December 25, 2026 for the Christmas Day holiday. If your 2026 lease check-in date is on Christmas Day please note that we will work to make special arrangements to alter your check-in date.

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