Learn About Duck, NC
Welcome to Duck, NC
Nestled between Corolla and Southern Shores is the quaint village of Duck. One of the most popular resort destinations on the Outer Banks, Duck was praised by the Travel Channel for its “relative solitude and its vast array of neatly constructed rental homes [which] make it ideal for families.” Each Duck rental provides comfort and quality one would expect for a family vacation.
The area is almost entirely residential, with numerous Outer Banks vacation homes, Duck Condo Rentals, and a charming village at the center. Duck is known for its quiet and charming appeal as well as its walkability. The town is one of the most dog-friendly on the Outer Banks and is a great choice for visitors looking for a pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation rental.
Top Sights and Attractions
Currick Sound
One of Duck’s best features is the Currituck Sound. The sound is an awesome place to go kayaking, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), or any number of other water activities.
Duck Biking & Running Trail
One of the key elements to making Duck so walkable is its multi-purpose trail. This six mile long paved path runs the entire length of the town. Bicyclists, pedestrians, skaters, and dogs on leashes are welcome to use the path.
Duck Shopping
At the heart of Duck is The Village. The main commercial area in the town, clustered with shops and restaurants. The Village features a multitude of shops to explore from on-trend clothing boutiques and home goods stores.
Area Information To Know About
Dogs on the Beach
Duck is one of the most dog-friendly Outer Banks towns thanks to its lax beach laws. Duck is the only town to allow dogs to play on the beach without a leash, so long as they are under their owner’s watchful eye. Just remember to always pick up after your pet!
Average Temperatures
Duck temperatures average around 80 degrees from June through September with shoulder seasons (fall and spring) hovering in the 60s. Duck has a mild winter with temperatures averaging in the 40s.
Neighborhoods in Duck
Carolina Dunes
All located on high natural dunes, the homes in these neighborhoods are within walking distance of both the ocean and the sound.
Colony By The Sea
There’s something for everyone at these beautifully appointed one and two bedroom semi-oceanfront condominiums with access to extensive community amenities including on-site laundry facility.
Ocean Dunes
Park your car for the week and enjoy the peace and serenity of this quiet and private Oceanside community.
Osprey & Sea Ridge
Book a home in one of these two sister communities that sit right on the ocean in Duck. Enjoy a centralized locate that is just steps from the beach.
Tuckahoe
Tuckahoe is an ocean to sound community that offers guest access to a community pool, tennis courts, and sound side pier with parking area.
Nantucket
Only a short distance to the beach, Nantucket amenities highlight this complex: indoor community pool, outdoor tennis court, sound front gazebo and beach, small boat dock.
Book your Duck Vacation today or check out all of our Outer Banks Rentals from Southern Shores Realty. Welcome to the OBX!
