The Golden Retreater
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Dogs: No weight limit
Cats: Not Allowed
Extra Pets Allowed for a Fee: 1
Extra Pet Fee: $150
All pets must be well-behaved and housebroken
Pool Heat Fee (Not Available July/August): $400 Plus Tax/Week
Pool Size: 16x32
Bed & Bath
Entertainment
Kitchen
Outdoor
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Home details
Saturday, 4:00pm
Office
Saturday, 10:00am
Parking for 5
For the 2025 season, this home will allow 2 dogs for no additional fee or deposit. A third dog will be allowed for an additional fee. Please contact our office if you are traveling with additional pets. The optional heated pool fee will change to $400 plus tax per week. Updated 11/27/24
The name of this home has changed from "The Striped Duck" to "The Golden Retreater". Updated 11/21/24
Formerly known as "The Striped Duck".
Coastal comfort and a central location make “The Striped Duck” an ideal vacation home for your family! Located on the oceanside in the heart of Duck Village, this home is walking distance from the beach and just steps from shopping, dining, and activities.
The top floor of the home features an open and airy great room. Relax and watch TV or chat with the family in the living area. Step outside onto the deck for some fresh air and sunshine. The loft with table and chairs is the perfect place to work on a puzzle all week long. The spacious kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. Dining options include the dining area, countertop seating in the kitchen, and the picnic table on the screened porch. There is one master bedroom on the third level, which includes a private bathroom with a whirlpool tub. A half bathroom completes the top level of the home.
The middle floor of the home features three master bedrooms, each with a private bathroom and deck access. There are two additional bedrooms and one full bathroom on the ground floor. The den on the first level has a TV and a second refrigerator to help with food storage and keep cold drinks convenient to the pool area.
Outside, the home is equipped to keep everyone entertained. Spend all day in the private pool, then enjoy gazing up at the stars in the dark night sky from the hot tub. A volleyball court and basketball goal are available for the more active members of your group. Duck Village is just steps away from the home, making after dinner trips to the ice cream shop a breeze. However you choose to spend your OBX Vacation, “The Striped Duck” is the perfect place for your family to make memories!
Main House layout
Bedroom DefinitionsLevel 1
Room 1
2 Bunk Sets
Room 2
2 Twins
Full Bath
Shower/tub combo
Den with refrigerator; laundry.
Level 2
Master 1
King, Shower/tub combo, Deck access
Master 2
Queen, Standing shower, Deck access
Master 3
Queen, Standing shower, Deck access
Level 3
Master 1
King, Standing shower, Whirlpool tub
Half Bath
Great room; kitchen; dining area; screened porch.
Level 3.5
Loft.
Extras
Private pool, hot tub, volleyball, basketball goal, and multiple TV/DVD players.
Not available
The fireplace in the Level 3 living room is not available for use.
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Guest recommendations
"We loved everything about the Striped Duck and will definitely come back. The house was clean, with a beautiful and warm pool, proximity to all of Duck, close walk or bike ride to the ocean, pickleball courts!"
"We’ve been coming to the Striped Duck for more than 10 years. The house is perfect for us. I’m glad Twiddy is representing this home again. One or two tiny glitches were taken care of in a timely manner. Maintenance man was friendly and explained how he fixed the problem. Already rented for next year. 🦋"
"Proximity to dining and shopping"
"Most bed rooms had private bathrooms."
"Great pool and close to Duck and the beach. Plenty of room to spread out."
"Amazing house! Great updates! Super close to shopping and dining!!"
"Fabulous location, well appointed, lots of space."
"It was comfortable, spacious, and in a perfect location; an easy walk to almost anything."
"Great location, lovely home"
"We had a great time at the Stripped Duck! The house was great for our large family. It had everything we needed and the location was perfect. The house was clean and in order when we arrived. We would recommend this to anyone with a large family and wants to be close to town & the beach."
"Easy access in and out, nice layout. Third time staying in this house; great place."
"Best street in Duck. All houses so well kept. Loved location near music venues. Awesome for young and older guests"
"Great home with a wonderful location."
"Great home. Met the needs of our large family. Location was fantastic. Teens could walk to the shops for snacks and fun spending. Pool was wonderful, kids played games and swam most of the day. Kitchen needs some rearranging but the rest of the house made up for the inconvenience of the kitchen."
"We loved our stay there. Your cleaning staff did a wonderful job. Although it rained a good deal while we were there. The grandchildren spent a great deal of time in the pool and in the hot tub. The staff was very helpful. It was amazing that a broken coffee pot was replaced within an hourI’ve been coming to the Outer Banks for the last 30 years. I have found Twiddy and Company to be the most reliable company that I’ve used. Your hospitality has been greatly appreciated.I am most grateful for Belinda who helped us find the house."
"This is our 3rd stay in OBX and The Striped Duck was the best one yet. This house perfectly accomodated our 2 large families. The decor and layout exceeded expectations. Comfortable beds and bedding. Loved the screened in porch to keep away the bugs. Super close to the shops, restaurants, Duck Boardwalk, etc. We were in the heated pool even when it was 60° and cloudy, such a treat! Only real 'negative' would be the distance to the Ocean, but we stayed at the end of April so we didnt visit the beach much. I think we've found our annual Spring spot!"