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Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck

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From the top level of Sentimental Journey, enjoy panoramic views from the deck and screened porch. Traditional furnishings add a warm touch to this property perfect for every season. You'll appreciate the Smart TVs, fully-equipped kitchen with new refrigerator, grill area with gas grill, and community extras like a pool and tennis court.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck

Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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

Property is also known as

Sentimental Journey Oceanfront Dog Friendly Community Pool
168814

About the area

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is on the beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whalehead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monument to a Century of Flight and Currituck Beach Lighthouse. Nor'Banks Sailing and Corolla Raceway are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Duck travel guide
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Duck, NC

What's nearby

  • One of the northernmost towns along the coast in North Carolina, Duck is an idyllic town on the shores of the Currituck Sound. This shot was taken from the town's boardwalk while looking West over the sounds. It is advisable to visit the location in Winter as that is off season - so you can spend more time taking in the beauty of the North Carolina coastline and also sunsets are usually much more picturesque around the time owing to the cooler temperatures and lower amount of atmospheric haze. Plenty of things around Duck to see. Further north, there is the Currituck Lighthouse where you can climb the steps to the top of the lighthouse. North of Corolla, there is an area where you can drive along the coast on the sand - 4X4s a must. Here you can spot some Spanish Mustangs, horses out in the wild. If you're lucky, you can spot them running along the beach in the surf. I'd recommend taking a tour through the Corolla Wild Horse Fund - the money from the tours is used to help the wild horses in every which way possible and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for stopping by and for the support. #colorful #goldenhour #weekend #waterlust #bestof5
    Duck Boardwalk
    6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Beachfront real estate in Corolla Beach North Carolina outer banks
    Corolla Beach
    9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial which includes a statue or sculpture
    Wright Brothers National Memorial
    30 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Jennette\'s Pier which includes general coastal views
    Jennette's Pier
    45 min drive - 44.7 km
  • The Sanderling Spa
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Duck Donuts
    6 min drive
  • Sunset Grille & Raw Bar
    6 min drive
  • Coastal Cravings
    6 min drive
  • Donutz On a Stick
    7 min drive
  • NC Coast Grill & Bar
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kitty Hawk holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, The Sanderling Spa and Nor'Banks Sailing. Duck Boardwalk is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Sentimental Journey | Oceanfront | Dog Friendly, Community Pool | Duck Reviews

Reviews

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 11 reviews

6.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

MRS L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sentimental journey

Overall very pleased Two complaints would be that the outside grill was to rusty to use and the oven did not regulate temperature correctly We were able to work around these issues and enjoy our stayThe new decking is beautiful and sturdyPlenty of room for our family Great water pressure in the showersPlenty of kitchen supplies Great neighborhood BEAUTIFUL
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break 2025

My family stayed here for April spring break and my daughter is special needs so the home was perfect. Lovely neighborhood and direct access to the beach. The house was super clean and cozy for all of us . We will definitely be back again soon
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter K.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Sentimental Journey is in the best location, far enough away from the bustle of KDH but close enough to shopping in Duck and the Harris Teeter in Corolla.  Its oceanfront location can't be beat and is the epitome of why you come to Duck. The house has "great bones", but unfortunately, like many old workhorses she has been ridden hard and put away wet.  It really shows its age.  The windows looking out from the top level to the beach are full of permafrost and condensation eliminating almost 50% of the view from several of the windows.  The sliding doors from the living area to the front deck and the front bedrooms are almost impossible to open having warped frames and filthy bottom sills.  Many of the screen doors are coming apart or torn.  Upon our arrival we found a few dinner plates were soiled as well as the cutlery and measuring cups all of which we had to wash before use.  Some of the electrical outlets were coming out of the wall and some did not work at all.  The air intake of the range hood was filthy and caked with grease. The railings above the kitchen were full of cobwebs.  The rug in the main living area is dirty, old and coming up on its corners.  We were greeted by several dead wasps and a palmetto bug near the front windows in the great room. What few pot holders and dish towels were provided were all old and dirty, all of which we tried to wash.  The few bath towels provided were sub standard.  One of the downstairs bathtubs wouldn't drain properly so we h
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House!

The house was lovely, clean, and in excellent condition. (It’s a beach house and has been well lived-in and loved.) The red kitchen counters in the photos have been replaced with a much nicer sand color. Easy beach access, and a delightful neighborhood for walking the dog. Speaking of the dog: my miniature schnauzer is disappointed to report that the rats promised in last year’s reviews are all gone. There were no mice, either. She only had neighbors and a construction crew working on the house next door to bark at and try to chase! Hope to stay here again on my next visit to the Outer Banks.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Danielle A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointing

The location and size of this property was perfect for our small group. Initially we needed a dog friendly property and so I overlooked some of the things in the pictures that showed the property to be somewhat run down. The house itself needs some serious attention and an exterminator! The under side of the house and outdoor shower and all decks were virtually unable to be used given the insanely huge spiders in the outdoor shower and spiderwebs on literally every inch of all decks. Hanging out a towel to dry was an absolute NO. We could hear animals in the wall scratching and chewing. At one point during the week we had to contact the rental property manager because one of the bathrooms started to have a smell - like something died in the wall or the floor - which it probably did! The living room furniture was very dirty and stained. The house itself was also VERY dusty and not thoroughly cleaned. On the surface things looked ok but if you moved a chair or turned on a ceiling fan things took quite a different turn. The houses electrical wiring also needs some attention if you use the washing machine the entire houses lights flicker along with the cycle, which is quite annoying. After driving 10 hours we didn’t have much of a choice but to put up with all of these things but it certainly put a damper on our time away. We chose not to bring up every single issue while away as we didn’t want to have to worry about staff/workers entering the property for our entire stay. I think that this property should be retired and given some serious attention! The fact that it is being presented as a rental and the regular prices are being charged is absurd. We will most certainly return to the Outer Banks but DEFINITELY not anywhere near this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Kelley T., Knoxville, TN

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family reunion rental recap

Size and location of home was great and the fact that it was pet friendly was one of our preferences. We paid for early check-in at 1 pm but we arrived before the cleaning crew, so I contacted Outer Banks Blue who said the extra fee would be reimbursed (hopefully it will). We knew the house looked a bit “worn” from the online photos. The LR furniture was heavily stained and in need of steam cleaning or new slip covers. Walls in bedrooms had multiple cobwebs noted, and cobwebs on rafters in LR/kitchen, dining room furniture etc. Morning after arrival Outer Banks Blue (OBB) texted to see how everything was so I reported the lack of cleanliness, and made them aware the toilet paper and towel bar in one bathroom was broken, light fixture in another bath was hanging from ceiling, and a few other minor things. They sent a maintenance person out who fixed these items. He said he would be back the following day to address cobwebs but didn’t return. The following day we identified another issue, we had a rodent or rodents in the house, overnight a package of burger buns and a mango had been partially eaten. Rat poop was noted on the floor, so I contacted OBB again, they sent a tech out who confirmed our suspicion, found evidence of openings and chewed wood under the house and he said he would be back to start treatment, traps with peanut butter, he came back two more times, but the rat was not caught, although we did not have anything else eaten in the house, and did not leave anything on the counter anymore! We had a great reunion and enjoyed spending time together, but were a bit disappointed in the lack of cleanliness and general maintenance of the home, lightbulbs in bedrooms and bathrooms were low wattage, home smelled like mildew so we purchased air fresheners for 2 BR on lower level. I’d consider renting thru OBB again, but don’t know that I’d return to this specific home without some reassurance that routine maintenance was performed going forward and that the housekeeping supervisor who came as the crew was departing did a more thorough job in her “inspection”.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

James K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Worst house I ever rented

Spiders everywhere inside and out. Couldn’t even walk up to the front door without running into them. Roaches throughout the house. AC on lower level wouldn’t work. Stairs going down from the main floor were so slippery that my dog fell down a couple of times. I wouldn’t even put my dog in the outside shower it was so dirty. Half the outlets in the bathroom didn’t work. When AC ran on the main floor it created a lake in the driveway. I don’t think the owner should be able to rent this property until he or she fixes the problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duck vacation

This property met our needs very well. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen well stocked for cooking meals. Beautiful ocean views. Agency was very quick to attend to issues with the hot water (fixed same day that was reported).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing sunrises

Loved the woodwork and layout of upstairs kitchen, dining, and living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Ashley R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not at great at the pictures!

Picked this place because it was pet friendly and on the beach. The place was spider and cob web ridden, the beds were not comfortable, the stains on the couches and rugs were sticky. The dishes were not clean and there was a coffee pot that smelled like death on the stove. I contacted the rental company and they asked to send cleaners, but it was too late. My family of 6 had unpacked and I had my older mother didn’t want to make a fuss so we stayed and I told the rental company that the cleaners couldn’t doanything to the stains and rugs short of shampooing or replacing, so we Stayed. Was it the worst place, no. Will I be sure to read the reviews again before I choose, yes. I would not recommend the property unless all furniture and bedding and kitchen supplies get an upgrade. We had to go out and get our own because everything looks filthy.

2/10 Terrible

Franklin P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

No Excuses for the condition of this home

Quite frankly, the home should not be rented to anyone based on its current condition. I understand the homeowner may not live in the area and more than likely is relying on property management to ensure adequate upkeep of the property. For this reason, the property management company should be fired. I will never rent from Outer Banks Blue again based on the low standards they obviously uphold. Upon arriving at the home, large black spots were found on the couch, which we thought were slugs. Upon further inspection of the couch, the kitchen floor and countertops, we learned the spots were rat feces. These were not small minute pieces of mouse feces. In addition to the fecal stains, the furniture is heavily stained and completely worn out. The next issue we encountered was round, yellow stains on a comforter in the main level, front bedroom with twin beds. Throughout the home were cobwebs, virtually in every corner, across mirrors and lamps. Dust was in crevices of the paneled walls, ceiling fans, covering the televisions, and dressers. The ceiling fans were not turned on due to the amount of visible, thick dust on them. The paneling leading downstairs, close to the bottom of the stairs has some sort of white substance smeared on the walls. As we put groceries away, we discovered rat feces in cabinets and drawers within the kitchen. The refrigerator door has been damaged and repaired with duct tape in order to allow the guest to place condiments within the space. The drawers within the refrigerator are filthy and have a sticky substance in them. light switches do not operate lighting to enter a room. You must walk into the room and turn on a lamp. It was then we noticed a problem with lighting which would constantly flicker and/or dim when other lighting and/or appliances were in use. The disconnect box located outside the home was rusted out and had live exposed wires capable of killing anyone in contact with them. As well, maybe the problem with the lighting is due to the rat problem within the home and wires are being chewed on causing a short. When the microwave is in use, the lighting within the home is brighter. When the washer and dryer are being used the lighting will constantly flicker.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019