Let Makai Show You How Great Life by the Water Can Be "Makai" means “By the water,” and guests will immediately discover how this charming home garnered its name as soon as they see the stellar front row sound views. Located in the "Wild Duck Dunes" subdivision, and close to a collection of charming shops and acclaimed restaurants, this 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom resort-style retreat is a dream of a destination for water lovers. The space Enjoy the luxury of a Private Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator, and Game Room while staying at this amazing beach house that's only a 6-minute walk from the ocean. Celebrating life near the Currituck Sound, your stay at Makai will be everything you've ever dreamed of, and more, bringing you back to vacation on the Outer Banks again and again. As soon as you arrive at this beautiful sound front home, you will experience the breathtaking views of the majestic Currituck Sound. This property truly offers something for everyone. Sit, swing or have a picnic on the 20' x 20' lighted Gazebo at the end of your very own private pier, or try your hand at kayaking from the private bulkheaded beach. A 200' foot Private Pier and crabbing Dock are available for those wanting to try their hand at catching some tasty Outer Banks seafood, or you can take a 6-minute walk to your ocean beach access on Mallard Drive or enjoy something close to home, swim in the Private Pool, enjoy the Outdoor Tiki Bar beside the Picnic Area, or relax in the Hot Tub on the large Screen Soundfront Porch. Parents, you can rest easy knowing that even the children will have a blast as they play in the Pirate Ship Sandbox or splash around in the Kiddie Pool. Step inside, and enjoy a lazy break from the sunshine in the ground-level Game Room which features a Pool Table, Wet Bar, and TV. There's a Full Bathroom down the hall on the way to the elevator to keep everyone comfortable. Ride the elevator up to the second level to enjoy a good rest in one of five spacious and perfectly appointed bedrooms on this level (including three master bedrooms.) There's a Northwest Master Suite with a King Bed, a Full Bathroom with Deck access, a Southwest Master Suite with a King bed, a Full Bathroom with Deck access, a Southeast Master Suite with Queen Bed and Full Bath, and a Northeast Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk with adjoining Full Bathroom to the North Middle Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk. With sweeping sound views and plenty of room to breathe, this corner of Makai is a true retreat for weary vacationers. The Top Level will be a favorite gathering spot for end-of-day celebrations, thanks to a spacious and open great room with plenty of room to kick off the flip-flops and relax. Whip up gourmet meals in the large kitchen with bar, stretch out in the living area with wide-screen TV and sound views, or enjoy an on-the-water sunset by stepping outside to the expansive and inviting deck. With glimpses of the Currituck Sound around every corner, even from the Northeast bedroom with a King bed with a Full Adjoining Bathroom. This level is the perfect destination come sunset time. With so many ways to enjoy the Outer Banks' wild side while enjoying the posh resort lifestyle, Makai is truly an all-encompassing and accommodating vacation rental home. Discover just how good life by the water can be, and discover this sumptuous Duck getaway that celebrates life by the Currituck Sound. A Short Drive to Dozens of Restaurants and Attractions In addition to its prime location just a short walk down the street from the pristine beaches of the Outer Banks, Makai is also conveniently located just a 7-minute drive from downtown Duck. Known for being one of the most family-friendly spots on the entire Outer Banks, this charming coastal community is home to a wide array of fine dining and eateries, unique boutiques and retail shops, and water sport rental companies—as well as an 11-acre park complete with nature trails, kayak launches, a picnic shelter, a playground and an amphitheater where dozens of outdoor family-friendly events and activities are held throughout the year. Downtown Duck also features the popular Duck Town Boardwalk, which runs along the edge of the waters of the Currituck Sound. This mile-long wooden boardwalk connects to an assortment of waterfront shops and restaurants, and it also offers spectacular views of the shallow waterway that separates the island from the North Carolina mainland to the west. Stop by the boardwalk in the early evening to capture an incredible display of colors in the sky as the sun sinks into the sound at sunset. There's no better place in Duck to witness a better view! You can't go wrong when you choose Makai for your next escape to the barrier islands. Book your stay at this beautiful vacation rental home in Duck today! Beach Access: 0.3 miles / 6 min walk to beach access down Mallard Drive (Wild Duck Dunes) Property Layout: Top-Level: Living Area with Wide-Screen TV & Sound Views; Dining Area; Kitchen with Bar; King Bedroom; Full Bath between bedroom & living area Mid-Level: Large Screened Porch with Hot Tub; King Master Bedroom with Master Bath & deck access; King Master Bedroom with Master Bath & deck access; Queen Master Bedroom with Master Bath; Pyramid Bunk Bedroom; Jack-and-Jill Bath; Pyramid Bunk Bedroom; Laundry Closet (washer/dryer) Ground-Level: Rec Room with Pool Table, Wet Bar & TV; Full Bath Exterior: Private Pool; Gas Grill; Soundfront Gazebo w/Hammock Swing & Picnic Table; Sandbox w/Cornhole; Bulkhead Yard; Outdoor Shower; Boat Dock; Screen Porch Beds: 3 Kings, 1 Queen, 2 Pyramid Bunk Beds *Pools are subject to availability. For open/close dates and other pool-related information, please visit [hidden according to Airbnb content policy]. (Additional fee for pool heat in accordance with Seaside Vacations pool service dates. Please request this one week prior to your arrival) Dog Info: This property allows up to 2 dogs max, with an additional fee per dog. Guest access The Entire Home Other things to note Minimum Age to Rent: 25 Family Groups Only Personal email address and signed lease are required to confirm reservation. Reservations not confirmed within 48 hours will be considered guest cancellation and will be reported to Airbnb as such. This email will provide instructions to add optional extras, such as travel interruption insurance, pet fee for additional pets at pet-friendly homes*, early check-in fee*, late check-out fee*, pool heat fee*, for applicable homes. *Pet Friendly or No Pets is specified in the Things to Know section. Early check-in and late check-out are only applicable on homes with 5 bedrooms or less. Please inquire to see if the pool is able to be heated. For 2024, Seaside Vacations will close all private pools (heated and unheated) the weekend of October 12, 2024.* For 2025, Seaside Vacations will open all private pools (heated and unheated) on April 12, 2025* and close all pools (heated and unheated) the weekend of October 18, 2025.* *Please note: Pool open and close dates are approximate and are not guaranteed to open or close on the dates specified above. Heated service for private pools is only available on homes that offer pool heat as an amenity (inquire with us) and requires one week’s notice prior to your date of arrival. There is an additional fee to heat the pool. Cost varies according to pool size. Please reach out to us to find out the cost to heat a specific pool. Most pool heaters heat five to eight degrees above outside air temperatures. Outdoor community pools are generally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but the exact date for each community pool varies. Reach out to us for exact dates. A refund is not available in cases of mechanical breakdown or cleaning complaints. Refunds are only available in cases where the home is not habitable. As long as the home is accessible and has water and power there will be no refund. We do our best to identify potential issues prior to a guest's arrival, however there are occasions when amenities, features, or appliances may break in our vacation rental homes. We will address the issue as quickly as possible, however, due to our remote location, repairs generally take longer than in larger cities/towns, especially if parts must be ordered and shipped. If repairs cannot be expedited, we will do our best to provide an alternate solution. For example, if the fridge stops cooling we will provide a loaner fridge, if the AC stops cooling on a level we will provide window AC's, etc. Moving to another home is not an option as each home is individually owned and the lease you are required to sign before your reservation is confirmed (which also states refunds aren't available) is for the specific home you selected. By renting this home you are agreeing to these terms and conditions. The Outer Banks is a remote location with natural surroundings. Therefore, some pests, including Palmetto Bugs and midges, are common to the area and may be found inside homes.