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Aerial view of beachfront vacation homes positioned along the coastline, with the ocean and sandy beach visible beyond the neighborhood.
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Beachfront property featuring direct access boardwalk, spacious rooms with ocean views, modern kitchen, and coastal surroundings perfect for your seaside retreat.
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Picture yourself unwinding in this bright, spacious living and dining area with soothing coastal tones and an open layout. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking ocean views, inviting natural light throughout your stay.
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Aerial view of Ships Watch Community, a coastal residential neighborhood with oceanfront access, tennis courts, and swimming pool surrounded by coastal vegetation and beach homes.
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Settle into your private deck chairs and soak in stunning ocean views with the calming sound of waves rolling in. Your coastal retreat awaits just steps from the sand.
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Coastal vacation home featuring multiple levels of decks and elevated stilts, nestled in a residential beachside neighborhood with lush landscaping and easy beach access nearby.
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Beachside property with direct boardwalk access through lush coastal dunes to the ocean, offering a serene natural setting and convenient beach access.
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Elevated coastal home with multiple balconies featuring views of the surrounding natural landscape. The property is located in a peaceful beach neighborhood with easy access to nearby coastal areas.
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Oceanfront location with boardwalk access to the shore, framed by coastal dunes and open skies.
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A wooden boardwalk leads through coastal dunes toward the beach and ocean, offering direct access to the shoreline and scenic views of the surrounding natural landscape.
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Sink into your plush bed with coastal-inspired linens, soft bedside lighting, and serene touches that invite deep, restful sleep after a day of adventure.
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Your serene bedroom awaits with plush bedding, soft lighting, and peaceful views. Unwind in this cozy retreat designed for restful nights.
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Refresh in this beautifully styled bathroom featuring dual vanities, soft lighting, and coastal-inspired decor to make your morning routine feel effortless.
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Slip into your serene twin bedroom retreat, where soft natural light pours through generous windows and coastal-inspired accents create a peaceful sanctuary for restful nights and relaxed mornings.
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Relax in this bright bedroom with two comfortable beds, coastal-inspired décor, and modern air conditioning for your perfect night's rest.
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Your private bathroom features a stylish chevron-tiled tub-shower combo and modern glass door, combining function with refreshing coastal-inspired design.
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A charming covered deck awaits with rocking chairs overlooking open fields and neighboring homes under bright blue skies—perfect for relaxing after exploring the area.
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Wake up to serene views in your spacious bedroom where comfort meets coastal charm. Relax in the cozy sitting area or step onto your private balcony to breathe in the fresh air.
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Wake to lake views through expansive windows framing your private balcony, where morning coffee feels like a retreat.
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Unwind in your spa-like bathroom with a luxurious soaking tub, modern finishes, and elegant wood-look flooring—designed for ultimate relaxation during your stay.
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A stunning oceanfront deck awaits your arrival, with comfortable seating, direct beach access, and sweeping coastal views stretching to the horizon under endless blue skies.
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Your dining and conversation area opens to breathtaking water views, where casual meals and sunset conversations feel effortlessly special. Natural light floods the space, inviting you to unwind in comfort.
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Your open-concept dining and kitchen space welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, a striking modern chandelier, and warm natural light streaming through sliding glass doors. Perfect for shared meals and easy entertaining.
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Gather around this spacious dining table where your group can share meals and stories together. Natural light pours through large windows, and glass doors open to your private balcony beyond.
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Gather at this spacious granite island with your group, brew fresh coffee, and start your mornings together in this bright, fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances.
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Prepare your favorite meals in this bright, fully-equipped kitchen with stainless appliances and ample counter space, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and beyond.
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Step into your bright, airy retreat where comfort meets coastal elegance. Sink into plush seating, enjoy ocean breezes from your private balcony, and let everyday stress melt away in this beautifully appointed space.
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Your private deck invites you to gather around the white table, soak in the coastal breeze, and watch the sky meet the sea from your beachside escape.
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A wooden boardwalk leads through dune grass to the beach, with ocean and sky stretching endlessly ahead in the surrounding coastal landscape.
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Aerial view of beachfront vacation homes in a coastal residential neighborhood with direct ocean access and sandy beach.
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Ships Watch entrance sign marks the arrival point for this seaside rental community, surrounded by lush landscaping and coastal greenery.
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This is what you'll find on arrival. The property sign welcomes you to your destination at Ships Watch, marking the entrance to the grounds where your vacation stay awaits.
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Ships Watch Community Beach Access offers sandy shores and coastal living with residential homes and community amenities nearby.
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Your private beach walkway leads directly to the sand and surf, offering easy access to seaside adventures right from your doorstep.
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Access the soft sandy beach just steps from this coastal property, with beach chairs and ocean waves waiting beyond the dunes.
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The property includes access to Ships Watch Community Boat Ramp, a private waterfront facility offering convenient boat launching on expansive waterways with scenic views and nearby dock access.
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Ships Watch Community Sound Pier offers a peaceful waterfront spot with seating, overlooking calm waters and coastal scenery—a welcoming feature of the neighborhood.
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Picture yourself lounging by the sparkling pool, soaking up the sun with ocean glimpses beyond. Colorful flowers and cozy seating invite you to unwind poolside all day.
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Ships Watch Community Pool Pavilion offers covered outdoor dining with white tables and chairs overlooking the pool area—perfect for gatherings.
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Ships Watch Community Playground features swings, slides, and climbing structures for kids to explore and enjoy during their stay.
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The Ships Watch community basketball court offers active travelers a place to shoot hoops and stay energized during their stay.
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Aerial view of Ships Watch Community tennis courts, featuring multiple well-maintained courts surrounded by coastal landscaping and nearby residential properties.
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Ships Watch Community Reception building welcomes guests with a charming coastal facade and mature landscaping in a peaceful setting.
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Wide sandy beach with calm waves and ample space for relaxation, located within walking distance of the property.
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Keyless entry locks make arrivals effortless—punch in your code and you're instantly home. No waiting, no keys to track, just seamless convenience from the moment you arrive.
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Your stay includes crisp linens and plush towels, freshly prepared and waiting for you. Everything's ready for a seamless beach getaway.
24-Spendlove
Duck
Spendlove is an oceanfront Ships Watch home with a private beach walkway, updated kitchen, wet bar, and screened porch facing the ocean. This 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath layout gives guests room for up to 10 people and a true oceanfront setting for sunrise walks, beach days, and relaxed evenings after time in Duck.
Spendlove gives guests the convenience of oceanfront living, with a private walkway, ocean-facing porch, and easy transitions between beach time, family meals, deck time, and Ships Watch amenities.
Families can use this home as a flexible Duck retreat, moving between beach time, community amenities, meals at home, soundside activities, and local restaurants. It is a practical fit for guests who want the feel of a neighborhood vacation home with resort-style options close by.
The resort amenities help make this home an easy choice for a full Duck vacation week. Guests can enjoy the beach access, pool complex, hot tub, court sports, basketball, playground, boat ramp, and soundfront pier for sunset. Sheets and bath towels are provided, outdoor showers help after sandy beach trips, and Ships Watch beach gear includes beach chairs, an umbrella, and beach towels.
Why guests love it:
• 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and space for up to 10 guests
• Private-home comfort in the Ships Watch resort community
• Access to Ships Watch pool complex, hot tub, tennis, pickleball, basketball, playground, boat ramp, and soundside pier
• Easy access to Duck shopping, dining, the Duck Boardwalk, coffee shops, watersports, and the bike path
• Ships Watch beach gear provided, including beach chairs, umbrella, and beach towels
• Keyless entry, beds made upon arrival, bath towels provided, and an outdoor shower
The best Duck days are often simple: breakfast from Duck Donuts or a coffee stop, a beach morning, lunch at Duck Deli or Coastal Cravings, shopping along Duck Road, and a sunset walk on the Boardwalk. Guests can also use the bike path, visit Duck Town Park, or enjoy soundside watersports. For dinner, options include The Blue Point, Aqua Restaurant, NC Coast Grill & Bar, Red Sky Cafe, The Paper Canoe, and Village Table & Tavern. Food Lion and Harris Teeter are convenient options for groceries, drinks, beach snacks, and larger shopping trips during your Ships Watch stay. Corolla wild horse tours, lighthouses, the aquarium, The Lost Colony, and the Wright Brothers Memorial round out the OBX itinerary.
All Ships Watch homes help simplify the week with keyless entry, beds made on arrival, bath towels, outdoor showers, and provided beach gear that includes beach chairs, an umbrella, and beach towels. Guests can begin the day at the Atlantic beach access and watch the evening sunset from the soundfront pier. Confirm seasonal amenities and policies before booking. Guests visiting outside the main summer season can enjoy the fireplace, which is lit during the off-season only.
Additional Ships Watch rental information:
• Leaseholders must be over age 24.
• Ships Watch homes are rented to family groups only.
• Ships Watch is a pet-free community.
• Turnover day is Friday from mid-April through mid-October.
• Turnover day is Wednesday from mid-October through mid-April.
• Community pool and hot tub are typically open May through mid-October, weather permitting.
• Fireplace is lit during the off-season only.
Reserve your Duck beach week and enjoy the ocean-to-sound setting at Ships Watch.
Rooms
1
1 King
2
1 Queen
3
1 Queen
4
2 Twin
5
2 Twin
Amenities
Essentials
- Air Conditioning
- Bed Linens
- Cable
- Dryer
- Extra Pillows & Blankets
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Parking
- Towels
- Wood Stove
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Wireless Internet
- Wifi
- Free wifi
Family
- Bathtub
Special
- Beach Essentials
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Basics
- Dishes & Silverware
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Dining table
Facility
- Free Parking
Outdoor
- Patio or Balcony
- Balcony
- Grill
- Tennis
Home Safety
- Smoke Detector
Leisure
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Shopping
- Wildlife Viewing
Location
- Near Ocean
- Ocean Front
- Water View
Entertainment
- Television
Pool
- Communal Pool
Themes
- Family
- Tourist Attractions
Location_highlights
- Duck Oceanfront
- Ships Watch Oceanfront
- Oceanside
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