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This oceanfront property sits directly on the sandy beach with multiple vacation homes offering direct access to the shore, surrounded by coastal greenery and expansive ocean views.
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Classic coastal architecture on stilts provides elevated living and covered parking, with a welcoming front porch overlooking the beach neighborhood.
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A stunning beachfront property elevated on sturdy pilings, featuring expansive wrap-around decks where you can soak in breathtaking ocean views from multiple levels.
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Elevated boardwalks wind through coastal dunes toward a pristine sandy beach and calm turquoise waters under clear blue skies.
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Relax on your private oceanfront deck, where white lounge chairs invite you to unwind while taking in sweeping views of turquoise waters and coastal greenery under endless blue skies.
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Picture yourself unwinding on this sunny deck with coastal breezes and endless ocean views. Sink into a lounge chair with your favorite book as waves roll in the background.
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Picture yourself savoring morning coffee on your private covered porch, white Adirondack chairs framing stunning turquoise waters just steps away—your beachfront retreat awaits.
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Your fully equipped kitchen awaits with bright white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island for meal prep. Granite countertops and ample storage make cooking feel effortless and inviting.
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You'll love gathering at this open breakfast bar, perfect for morning coffee or casual meals. The bright, airy kitchen offers coastal charm and everything you need to feel at home.
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Gather around this spacious dining table with ocean views through your patio doors. Light streams in, making every meal feel like a celebration. Your private balcony beckons just beyond.
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Relax in this spacious living room with sweeping views. Sink into plush sofas, enjoy your favorite shows on the large TV, and soak in natural light pouring through expansive windows overlooking the serene landscape.
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Imagine lounging in this spacious living room with sweeping ocean views through wall-to-wall windows. Your toes sink into soft carpet as sea breezes drift through. Unwind on plush seating, gather at the dining table, and soak in endless blue horizons.
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Imagine starting your mornings at this sunlit dining table, coffee in hand, with endless ocean views stretching before you and direct deck access for easy beach days.
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Wake up to stunning ocean views from your private balcony. This serene bedroom offers comfort and direct access to the beach boardwalk for your morning stroll.
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Slip into your luxurious soaking tub and let your worries melt away in this spa-inspired retreat, complete with elegant finishes and soft ambient lighting.
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Unwind in your bright bedroom with two comfy beds, gentle breezes from the ceiling fan, and scenic views that make you feel instantly at home.
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Enjoy restful nights in this bright, serene bedroom featuring two cozy beds, soft linens, and refreshing natural light. Perfect for families or friends traveling together.
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Step into your serene bedroom retreat featuring a plush queen bed, soft bedside lighting, and a convenient ensuite bathroom just steps away from where you'll wake up refreshed.
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Relax in your private bedroom with soft lighting and an ensuite bathroom just steps away—everything you need for a restful night.
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Beachfront property nestled along a scenic coastal community with direct ocean access and stunning sandy shoreline views.
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Ships Watch entrance sign marks the property location, framed by landscaped beds and mature trees in a quiet residential setting.
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Aerial view of Ships Watch Community, a coastal residential area featuring tennis courts, pools, and homes nestled near the beach and ocean.
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Aerial view showing Ships Watch Community Beach Access, a coastal neighborhood with beachfront homes, sandy shores, and nearby residential areas along the Atlantic coastline.
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Ships Watch community offers convenient beach walkway access through this dedicated path. The walkway winds past coastal vacation homes toward the shoreline for easy beach visits.
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The Ships Watch Community offers direct beach access via a private wooden walkway, leading to sandy shores, ocean waves, and coastal dunes—ideal for seaside getaways.
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The property includes access to the Ships Watch Community Boat Ramp, where you can launch your boat and explore the surrounding waterways at your leisure.
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A waterfront community pier with seating and coastal views along Ships Watch, offering a peaceful spot for relaxation and observation near the property.
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Aerial view of the Ships Watch Community Pool and surrounding coastal neighborhood, with beach access and waterfront pier nearby.
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Picture yourself lounging poolside with distant sea views, surrounded by vibrant flowers and your choice of sunny or shaded seating—your perfect spot to unwind awaits.
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Relax at the Ships Watch Community Pool Pavilion with bright, breezy seating and glimpses of the pool just beyond, perfect for unwinding after a swim.
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Ships Watch Community Playground offers swings, slides, and climbing structures for your little ones to enjoy during your stay in this family-friendly neighborhood.
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Ships Watch Community Basketball Hoop features a well-maintained outdoor court surrounded by coastal greenery and nearby residential homes.
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Three well-maintained tennis courts and a pickleball court situated within the Ships Watch Community, surrounded by residential homes and landscaped with mature trees.
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Ships Watch Community Reception building welcomes visitors with classic coastal architecture amid mature trees and landscaped grounds. The entrance features covered porches and traditional design elements characteristic of the area.
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Sandy shores and gentle waves set the scene for your perfect beach day, with chairs ready for sunset-watching and ocean breezes.
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Scan to take a virtual tour of Hemmington at Ships Watch, a Great Escapes property located in a coastal setting with modern vacation amenities.
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Aerial view of coastal vacation homes nestled between sandy shores and the Atlantic Ocean, offering direct beach access and stunning oceanfront surroundings.
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Modern smart lock with digital keypad offers secure, keyless entry—just enter your code and step into your home away from home, stress-free.
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Your stay starts with crisp linens and fresh towels—clean comfort and beach-ready essentials set out to welcome you home.
25-Hemmington
Duck
Hemmington is a 5-bedroom oceanfront Ships Watch home with a private beach walkway, screened porch facing the Atlantic, updated kitchen, wet bar, and ocean-view living spaces. It is a strong fit for guests who want direct beach access, comfortable bedroom space, and a polished home base within the Ships Watch ocean-to-sound community.
Hemmington works well for families who want a true oceanfront setting, roomy shared spaces, a private beach walkway, and the convenience of returning home easily between beach, meals, and downtime.
The home gives families a relaxed Duck base with room to gather, cook, unwind, and enjoy the ocean-to-sound setting. Guests can shift easily between beach access, community amenities, quiet time at the house, Duck Village errands, and evening sunsets over the Currituck Sound.
Guests can take advantage of Ships Watch resort-style amenities, including private beach access, pool complex, hot tub, pavilion, court sports, basketball, playground, boat ramp, and soundside pier. Bed sheets and bath towels are provided, and each home includes outdoor shower access plus beach chairs, an umbrella, and beach towels for easier beach days. Seasonal details should be confirmed before arrival.
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
• Duck setting near local restaurants, boutique shopping, the Boardwalk, Duck Town Park, and soundside activities
• 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 surrounding Duck area adds a lot to a Ships Watch stay. Guests can start the day with coffee or donuts, bike the Duck Trail, shop along Duck Road, walk the soundside Boardwalk, and return for pool or beach time. Restaurant options nearby include The Blue Point, Red Sky Cafe, The Roadside Bar & Grill, The Paper Canoe, Village Table & Tavern, Coastal Cravings, Duck Deli, and Duck Donuts. Food Lion and Harris Teeter are convenient options for groceries, drinks, beach snacks, and larger shopping trips during your Ships Watch stay. Farther afield, guests can visit Corolla for wild horse tours and lighthouses or head south toward the Wright Brothers Memorial, aquarium, and The Lost Colony.
Every Ships Watch home includes keyless entry, beds made for arrival, bath towels, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach. Ships Watch beach gear is also provided, including beach chairs, an umbrella, and beach towels. Start the day with an Atlantic sunrise from the beach access and finish with a Currituck Sound sunset from the pier. Confirm seasonal amenity schedules and property policies before booking.
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.
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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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