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OBX-BOX is an exceptional home that was built for entertaining and enjoying the beauty and laid-back beach lifestyle that the town of Duck is known for. Before you enter the driveway, you will be impressed by the beautifully landscaped yard. The surrounding hedges provide curb appeal and privacy to this charming beach cottage. The calming blue lap sliding and large sparkling white decks are clean and inviting colors that fit in perfectly with the surrounding blue skies and ocean views.

Enter through the front entrance to an open concept great room and kitchen area that features cathedral ceilings and rich hardwood floors. The large windows and sliding glass door allow the natural light to pour in, while catching some outstanding views of the ocean. The kitchen’s clean white cabinets, modern light fixtures and exposed beam ceiling make this area an upbeat urban space for cooking. This level includes a spacious queen bedroom with a private bath and king bedroom with a hall bath.Travel upstairs to the second floor, with a balcony overlooking the living area. The upstairs loft office is perfect for checking emails or getting away to read a good book. The sliding glass doors leading to the deck allows plenty of natural light to trav el in the space. Down the hall you’ll find a queen sized bedroom with its own private bath and a king bedroom with a hall bath. All bedrooms are spacious and offer plenty of closet space. On the ground level is a den area with a wet bar that could easily become an entertaining game room. This level also offers a twin bedroom and laundry area.

Open the sliding glass door to an outstanding outdoor space. The private in-ground pool, hot tub, outdoor shower and charcoal grill makes this backyard the perfect spot for entertaining. The backyard also features its own volleyball court that stands out amongst other homes in the neighborhood.

On a semi-oceanfront, 2nd row lot, you’re literally just steps from the beach and the popular shopping and dining destinations in downtown Duck. Don’t be deceived by the age of this home. The owners have truly cared for this cottage and made major renovations in 2004 that gave it a modern touch without losing its original charm. The owners have enjoyed this cottage as much as the guests and have limited the rental weeks. Despite the limited rentals, this home still grosses over $60K on a yearly basis. This cottage already has the elements of a successful rental cottage and has the ability to be a rental machine or an enjoyable second home. Don’t miss this opportunity to own this jewel of a home.

Contact listing agent Ron Ryan for more information.  $875,000.00
Ron Ryan Cell: 252.207.7923      Office: 252.261.8686     Email:Ron.Ryan@ResortRealty.com

View the Outer Banks real estate listing at www.ResortOuterBanks.com/87409