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Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC

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Fun in the Sun: 3000+ SF Decks, Large Parking, and Sand Volleyball Court
Fenced in Private Pool & Tiki-Bar & Hot Tub (on deck)
Ocean View from Ships Watch
Schooner Ridge Neighborhood Oceanfront Pool w/Showers and Private Beach Access
Top Floor Living Room with Flat Screen TV, Computer/Business Center, and Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 20353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Duck, NC
  • Duck Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • The Sanderling Spa
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • H2OBX Waterpark
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 9

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC

Note: Special Holiday Rates apply for Easter (2 weeks), Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Eve/Day )

'Fun in the Sun' in Schooner Ridge, Duck, NC – Owner’s Email for Questions and Info:

Town: Duck
Subdivision: Schooner Ridge
Location: Oceanside
Bedrooms: 8
Baths: 8 full, 1 half
Sleeps: 16-20
Check In Day: SAT

If you’re looking for the ultimate Outer Banks vacation retreat, Fun in the Sun is the perfect getaway for families and friends to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories together. This spacious home is packed with top-tier amenities that will make it hard to leave! Featuring 6 luxurious master suites with private baths and 2 additional bedrooms with a semi-private shared bath, Fun in the Sun comfortably accommodates large groups, making it ideal for family gatherings and celebrations.

Enjoy quality time together in the open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas with vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and entertainment features, including a 65” wall-mounted flat-screen TV and a mobile office suite complete with a printer. The first-floor game room is a favorite with kids, offering a large screen TV, full-size refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and wet bar—everything you need for hours of fun.

Step outside to your private 14’ x 32’ pool or unwind in the hot tub. Spend time together on the expansive 3,600+ sq. ft. “super decks,” including a crow’s nest with ocean views, or enjoy a peaceful moment on the spacious screened porch. The home’s easy walkable beach access makes it effortless to spend your days on the sand and surf, and the community of Schooner Ridge offers even more family-friendly amenities. With multiple pools (one indoor pool and two outdoor pools!), tennis courts, a playground, gym, and an indoor recreation center, everyone will find something to enjoy.

Fun in the Sun is the ideal Duck, NC vacation home you’ll want to return to year after year—creating treasured memories with loved ones in the heart of the Outer Banks.


Schooner Ridge Subdivision Guests enjoy complete access to Schooner Ridge REC Center Facilities and Beach Access/Beach Pool just a short walk away!
- Ocean Front Pool and Gazebo with Private Beach Access exclusively for Schooner Ridge Guests
- Year Round Indoor “Heated” Swimming Pool at Recreation Center
- Outdoor Swimming Pool at Recreation Center
- Exercise Facilities with Free Weights, Exercise Equipment, Aerobic Machines and Showers
- Tennis Courts & Racquetball Courts
- Playground and Play Gym
- Meeting Room with Wired and Wireless Internet Access
- Game Room with Pool Table, Air Hockey and Numerous Video Games


'Fun In the Sun' House Amenities Include:
- 8 Bedrooms (6 Master Suites with private baths)
- 8.5 Baths (Ensuring comfort for large groups)
- Sleeps 16-22 (Ideal for family gatherings)
- Private 14 x 32 Pool
- Hot Tub
- 4 Levels of Expansive Decks (3600+ sq. ft. of deck space, including oceanview crow’s nest)
- Large Screened Porch (Perfect for relaxing and reading or outdoor family meals)
- Downstairs Family Room & Kitchenette with: large screen TV, Home Theater System, Full-size Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Sink, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Spacious Kitchen on Top Floor (Fully equipped with modern appliances, freestanding ice maker, and two dishwashers!)
- Dining Room with ample seating
- Living Room with vaulted ceilings and cozy fireplace and 65" Wall-Mounted Flat-Screen TV
- Mobile Office Suite (Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier with laptop phone port)
- Wi-Fi Access
- Washer and Dryer
- Parking for Multiple Cars
- Beach Access (Just a short walk to the ocean)
- Oceanview Crow’s Nest (Perfect for stargazing and enjoying the sea breeze)


House Layout:
Ground Level:
Entry. Laundry, Den and Kitchenette, Cabana Bath, 3 Full Bathrooms, Bedroom with King bed ensuite access to community Full Bath and pool access Full Bath, two Bedrooms with Double Bunk Beds and shared jack-and-jill style Full Bath.

Level 1:
2 Queen Bedrooms with ensuite Full Bath, one Bedroom with 2 Twin beds with ensuite Full Bath, Master bedroom with King Bed, ensuite Full Bath and direct access to deck with Hot Tub.

Level 2:
Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, Screened Porch, Community Half Bath, Queen Bedroom with ensuite full bath.

Upper Level Deck: Ship's watch, bench seats, Spectacular Ocean views.


“Fun in the Sun” - Rates for 2023 - 2024 Rental Season

May 18, 2024 - May 25, 2024 - $4150/wk. $593/day
May 25, 2024 - Jun 01, 2024 - $4450/wk. $636/day
Jun 01, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024 - $5595/wk. $799/day
Jun 08, 2024 - Jun 15, 2024 - $5750/wk. $843/day
Jun 15, 2024 - Jun 29, 2024 - $5995/wk. $857/day
Jun 29, 2024 - Jul 06, 2024 - $6195/wk. $885/day
Jul 06, 2024 - Aug 03, 2024 - $6395/wk. $914/day
Aug 03, 2024 - Aug 10, 2024 - $6295/wk. $899/day
Aug 10, 2024 - Aug 17, 2024 - $6195/wk. $885/day
Aug 17, 2024 – Aug 24, 2024 - $5995/wk. $857/day
Aug 24, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024 - $5750/wk. $843/day
Aug 31, 2024 - Sep 07, 2024 - $4450/wk. $636/day
Sep 07, 2027 - May 10, 2025 - $4150/wk. $593/day


Note: Rates do not include 12% NC Sales Tax & add $150 Fee to include fresh Bed Linens Only with all Beds made up upon your arrival (You must provide your own towels and toiletries) with all Beds made up upon your arrival

Note: Special Holiday Rates apply for Easter (2 weeks), Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Eve/Day

*** Home is to be left Broom clean with all trash put out to avoid any excess cleaning charges

I hope you find this information helpful....

We'd love to have you enjoy your vacation in our beach home 'Fun in the Sun' ....

Property manager

Lt Col Mark C SCHMIDT USAFR

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
An $2000 event fee and + Security Deposit applies
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Note from host: An $2000 event fee and + Security Deposit applies
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Duck

Located in Kitty Hawk, this holiday home is near the beach. Aqua Spa and The Sanderling Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Nor'Banks Sailing and Children at Play Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duck, NC

What's nearby

  • Duck Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Aqua Spa - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Sanderling Spa - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
  • H2OBX Waterpark - 20 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Schooner Ridge Ocean Side/View 8 BR/8 1/2 BA #124783, Duck, NC located?

This family-friendly Kitty Hawk holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Duck Boardwalk and Outer Banks Beaches. Scarborough Lane Shoppes and Aqua Spa are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

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

Great Spot for a Family Vacation!

Our family really enjoyed our stay at Fun in the Sun. From the private beach to multiple pool options, we loved it all. The house was very comfortable and accommodated our family perfectly. We really enjoyed the multiple deck levels and the pool and hot tub. Great location within an easy walk to shops, restaurants, recreation center and beach. Loved it! Thank you Mark for hosting us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Great Location

Owner of property is very nice and available for any questions needed to be answered.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Duck

Needs updates
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

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

Fun at Fun in the Sun!

The property was great. Plenty of room, nice furnishings, comfortable beds, and a very nice kitchen that was stocked well. We enjoyed the pool very much, and the walk to the beach was quick. The only issue I had was that the glass tables were not wiped down very well, and the counter behind the kitchen table was very dusty. Everything else was great. The owner is very kind and full of information about the area and we listened to his suggestions for dining out and were happy with those choices. We had a very enjoyable week at Fun in the Sun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Fun in the Sun

Plenty of rooms for our family. Outdoor pool, hot tub and screened porch enjoyed by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

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

Amazing

We had an amazing week in Duck - this home was perfect! So clean, the location was great, and the owners were so helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Joseph T.

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

Fun in the Sun

Property was well maintained, pictures didn't do it justice. Great neighborhood, close to the beach and to the town to check out all the local venues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob G.

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

Awesome property

Fun times were had. Response from the owner was great. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

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

Fun at Fun in the Sun!

Our family had a very good time at Fun in the Sun. There were just a couple of items that might be fixed. Some uneven areas on top porch floor, mold in a couple of the bathrooms and the kitchen floor needs some work. But over all things were very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex P., Richmond, VA

Dad's 80th birthday reunion

Our very large family loved everything about this large clean well maintained home. The 8 bedrooms were very spacious and each had it's own bathroom. There were nice extras like 2 ice machines, 3 refridgerators, fully carpeted, TV's in the rooms with DVD players, plenty of deck space with lots of chairs...I could go on and on. This was perfect. The location couldn't be any better. Walking distance to the beach, community center and to town with lots of stores, etc. We would definitely stay there again! The price is very fair! The rental place right down the street was great for bikes and kayaks. Bike paths are everywhere, definitely plenty to do even on rainy days.

10/10 Excellent

Shelby K.

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

Absolutely Wonderful, 5 STARS

House is beautiful, & the kitchen is absolutely stocked with things you wouldn't even think of. You definitely wouldn't need to pack anything unless you have favorites of your own. The house has 2 high chairs (1 sits on a chair, the other attaches to the counter), a playpen, multiples of some kitchen household items. We didn't have any issue with the beds or the house. Mark is wonderful & will answer any/all your questions you may have before & during your stay. You can walk to the beach if you wanted or you can park closer at a designated area. We loved our stay & would absolutely do it again! Thank you Mark!! 😁🏖
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Best Vacation Ever

My family has been vacationing at the Outer Banks for at least a decade. We've stayed in multiple houses and, while each house has its unique features and charms, Fun in the Sun is by far the best property I've encountered. The house is exceptional, featuring many amenities and a prime location. Fun in the Sun is located in the Schooner Ridge neighborhood of Duck. That means that you are in the heart of Duck and a short bike ride or walk to the beach, the sound, shops, restaurants and the boardwalk. In addition, Schooner Ridge offers multiple amenities including an oceanfront outdoor pool and a community center with a gym, indoor and outdoor pool. The house itself is magnificent. Decks for days, a pool and hot tub, 8 incredible bedrooms, a wonderful kitchen and living area on the top floor plus a spacious living area on the bottom floor. In addition, the owner is incredibly gracious, ensuring that your visit meets/ exceeds your expectations. I took this trip with family and friends following a year of significant transitions and this was just what I needed. My guests were all equally impressed. I'm looking forward to staying at Fun in the Sun again. It was an incredible experience. Can't say enough good things. Thank you Mark!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C., Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Fun in The Sun is Perfect

If your looking for a place that has it all. Stop looking. Fun In The Sun is perfect. It has everything you need and more. It's a great place to gather with friends and family as it has plenty of space, tons of bathrooms ,pool, hot tub, TV, games and Wi-fi. They have thought of everything! The kitchen is s fully stocked with plenty of pots and pans for whatever you want to cook. Plus they offered two free standing ice maker,s which was awesome! We had plenty of ice for drinks and coolers and we weren't filling ice trays! The location is perfect in Duck as well. It is walking distance to restaurants, boutique shopping ,sports rentals and the duck town park. I loved riding my bike in the neighborhood and adjacent trails. The Schooner ridge amenities contribute to make this a well deserved five star rating with a ocean side pool, showers, and full recreation center which offers a indoor pool,game room and tennis courts. Our family had a great time and we definitely will be back. Mark was great to work with and we look forward to our return.

10/10 Excellent

Forrest A.

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

Fun in the Sun Schooner Ridge

My large family, 11 adults and 7 children thoroughly enjoyed ourselves during our stay at Fun in the Sun!!! There is absolutely ample space with 8 bedrooms and 8 1/2 baths, with each room having it's own private bath. The short walk to the beach was very convenient and family members came and went as they pleased. This home has a pool and hot tub which were a huge hit with the kids and some of the adults. We took advantage of the sand volleyball court on a couple nights while there with 12 or 13 of us playing. Even attracted one of the neighbors children while playing. Some of the adults and all the kids also enjoyed the basketball hoop on the large driveway Duck is a wonderful vacation town with many places to eat and stores to shop, all within walking distance of Fun in the Sun. I think my car moved twice during our week long stay. Mark and Kathy, the owners, are beyond excellent hosts. Mark and was hands on with support. We spoke several times via text or by phone over the course of the week. He was sincere with wanting to know if we needed anything and answering any questions we had. If all hosts were this concerned not only about their property, but about their guests, your vacations would be more fun than they are. Can't say enough good things about our hosts. When we have need for such a large house on the Outer Banks again, Mark and Kathy with Fun in the Sun, will be our first call.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hi Mark & Kathy,Unfortuna...

Hi Mark & Kathy,Unfortunately my wife and I had to cut our terrific vacation one day short and leave on Friday night, 8/24 one day early. After the craziness of packing our things up I'm not certain anyone in our family remembered to sign your guest book during the week while we were vacationing in your lovely home from 8/18 to 8/25/07. “Fun in the Sun” was perfect for us. Your homes has it all… it was quiet, clean, only a very short walk to the beach; it’s so close to the community center and the walk down Schooner Ridge drive leaves you right in the heart of Duck proper. You have most accommodating accommodations, it seems like you thought of nearly everything. Your pool, hot tub, “super” decks and Tiki bar were wonderful, and that screened-in porch on the third floor was our late-night refuge. The sea breeze and the night stars were so incredibly relaxing that I thought about just sleeping there (the wife wouldn't have it, though). I have always booked our family vacation homes in Whalehead Beach, Corolla or Ocean Sands. Never again!!! We are now tried and true Duck converts. With a little luck we hope to get the family back together again next year for some more “Fun in the Sun”. Thank you so much for everything. Best Regards, Ryan and Candice Smith

10/10 Excellent

Octavian R.

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

Awesome Place

Clean, and very spacious even for a large group. Great location in Duck that's within walking distance of several restaurants and other amenities. The owner is friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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

Great spot in Duck

What a great property in Duck, a short walk or bike ride to the beach or town, with a great volleyball court, pool and massive deck! The pictures don’t do this property justice, upgraded TVs, new super comfortable beds and never ending amenities! Mark was excellent, with quick and very useful information about Duck and the property. This property and its owners truly are great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan J.

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

Great house with plenty of room for our group

Really enjoyed staying here. House is huge with plenty of room for everyone. The location was great, convenient to the beach & town.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

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

Great Owner!

House was well appointed and Mark was great.. Hands down one of the most communicative and easiest owners to work with that I've seen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Perfect for large family

Fun In The Sun property was perfect for our large family vacation. The neighborhood was extremely quiet with the community center and beach access within walking distance. There were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for all. We spent every evening on the decks or in the screened porch while the kids enjoyed the swimming pool and hot tub. The kitchen was beautiful and extremely complete (even a crockpot)! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

schmidtles925@gmail.com

I've had an amazing time staying at this house. We were close to the beach and we had easy access to different shops and restaurants. The house was clean when we got there too. Nothing was broken or disfuncational. I will definitely come again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Outstanding Property!

“Fun in the Sun” is just an outstanding property – sooo much comfort, sooo many amenities (two ice makers, 3 refrigerators, 2 dishwashers a hot tub, a pool come to mind). I love how the multi-level floor plan comfortably accommodates sleeping arrangements for all of the extended family while the spacious upper floor provides a great common space with kitchen, dining room, screened-in porch, massive deck and large screen TV viewing area all seamlessly flowing for great family time! Located in the heart of Duck, Schooners Ridge offers a terrific beach as well as community fitness center, tennis courts, and indoor pool and easy access to all that Duck has to offer (Restaurants, Shopping, Market, etc). A special note about Fun in the Sun – BLAZING FAST WIFI/INTERNET ACCESS! This is key for teenagers and adults alike and has been an issue for us at other properties (even in paradise, sometimes you need to check in on things at the home or in the office..). Highly Recommend this OBX Jewel!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Return Visits

Family and friends keep coming back since 2009. Each year we have seen improvements. New refrigerators. New ice makers. New TV's. Then one year, a new kitchen! Set up your "camp" at the beach in the morning. Come back for lunch. Leave your stuff down there as Schooner Ridge is neighborhood access only. Back in the afternoon for more beach and happy hour. So close to downtown Duck you'll feel bad about driving. Take advantage of the boardwalk on the sound and the shops along side. Back at the house, the new kitchen is great for crowds to cook in and eat. We eat at home every night and at the very least its 10 of us. Plus its stocked with every utensil possible not to mention the pots, pans, plates and silverware. Oh and two dishwashers. A word about the owners. They called to check in as we've been return visitors. I mentioned the hammock on the lower of two big decks was a little weary looking. The next day a new one was in its place. Its things like this that keep us coming back to our Summer vacation home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great house, location and vacation!

We've been coming back to this house for 9 years straight nowadays it could be better. With all the space (8 rooms) everyone has a place to sleep. They have this great top deck that towers over the other houses and you can even see the ocean from it! 10/10 would recomend this house to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Best family vacation yet, and for years to come!

The family and I spent a week of unbelievable comfort, Fun in the Sun is like a little bit of paradise. Our days were spent with the big decision of should we take the 2 minute walk to the pristine ocean beach? or sip cool drinks in the relaxing private comfort of Fun in the Sun's pool? The sunset BBQs, the smell of the ocean breeze, and so much space as to know your children are there, but you don't have to hear them if you don't want to.The private outdoor hot tub, the beautiful wrap around decks, the clean spacious bedrooms and baths, definite home run for any fan of all the comforts, for all your senses. I was floating in the pool listening to The Shark (102.5 FM) on the outdoor system, while the wife and my daughters took the short walk past the tennis courts and indoor pool to shop at all the great little shops on the boardwalk right out of the community. Happy hour at the Tiki Bar by the pool were the perfect way to end a beach day. The two Weber grills downstairs were perfect for grilling for a large crowd. At night we sometimes went to the boardwalk to sip drinks and listen to the music and stop for ice cream .Than back to Fun in the Sun to get everyone, put on our flip flops, and walk to the ocean and watch the stars and moon reflect on the breaking surf.We will be back again and again

About the host

Hosted by Lt Col Mark C SCHMIDT USAFR

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Lt Col Mark & Kathy Schmidt (An F-16C Fighter Pilot & USAF Lt Col) We and our family live in Midlothian, VA (Richmond suburbs). We have three grown sons and one young daughter and all love vacationing in the OBX. Our beach home 'Fun In the Sun' was designed perfectly. It easily accommodates our large extended family vacations together leaving everyone plenty of room to spread out and enjoy their vacation and the many beach activities we love sharing together as a family!

Why they chose this property

“Fun in the Sun” was perfect beach vacation home for us. This home had it all… with nearly 3800 sq.ft. of interior space to vacation and play in and over 3000 sq.ft. of party “Super decks” and Screen porch to enjoy we just loved it. “Fun in the Sun” is just a very short walk to the beach; and even closer to the community center and the walk down Schooner Ridge Drive leaves you right in the heart of Duck proper with all it’s wonderful shops and restaurants and Town of Duck park and soundside boardwalk. It seemed like they thought of nearly everything.

“Fun in the Sun” has a large beautiful pool, hot tub, gigantic “super” decks”, a private “Tiki” bar and the 14 x 22 Screened-in porch on the third floor which offers a terrific late-night refuge. The sea breeze and the night stars are so incredibly relaxing that I considered just sleeping there on the upper level private deck which is perfect for star gazing.

After looking at the many communities the Town of Duck in the OBX has to offer we decided that 'Fun In the Sun' in the Schooner Ridge community with all its amenities and accommodations, was the best place to best create our wonderful family memories which we know we will treasure for a life time!

We also love hearing from our guests and 'friends” who share with us their wonderful experiences and memories they've made enjoying their vacations in our home while discovering new ways to make their 'Fun in the Sun' Duck, NC vacations so special!

What makes this property unique

If having 'Fun In the Sun' is what you are after then this is the perfect vacation retreat for all your friends and family to enjoy. Our home has it all .... with 6 gracious Master Suites with Private Baths and 2 additional Bedrooms with spacious Semi-Private shared bath, this home offers sleeping accommodations for friends and large family's to enjoy! You can enjoy your favorite book in the large screened porch or choose to lounge on your favorite level of the expansive 3600+ Square Ft., four level 'super decks'. Perhaps enjoying a cold drink at you own private 'Tiki' bar Pool side is your favorite way to enjoy the afternoon? It's all up to you!

Our Schooner Ridge community guests enjoy complete access to SR REC Center Facilities which include:

1st Class Exercise Facilities with Free Weights and Complete Exercise Equipment and Aerobic Machines and Showers
Twin Tennis Courts
Racquetball Court
Children’s Playground and Play Gym
Meeting Room with Wired and Wireless Internet Access
Exceptional Children’s Game Room with Pool Table, Air Hockey and Numerous Video Games

Schooner Ridge community guests also enjoy our Year Round Indoor “Heated” giant Swimming Pool located inside our Recreation Center as well as our “Ocean Front Pool and Gazebo” and additional Outdoor SR Recreation Center Pool

Schooner Ridge has it own “Private” Beach Access exclusively for Schooner Ridge Guests with an Oceanfront lifeguards during the summer beach season.

We very much appreciate your deciding that our home 'Fun In the Sun' in Schooner Ridge, Duck, NC (OBX), with all its amenities and accommodations, was the best place to best create those wonderful family memories which we hope you will treasure for a life time!

Kathy and Mark Schmidt

Languages:

English