We just had the most perfect week of vacation in this beautiful home. It has been recently updated with fresh furnishings and design that are really, really lovely and give a more modern feel to this still-traditional Hatteras home. The wraparound porches, outdoor shower, hot tub, and Adirondack chairs all give you that classic OBX beach house feel. But the fresh white paint inside, pretty white ceiling fans, chic couches and giant family table with 8 pretty- (and comfy!) chairs make it a joy to spend time inside in the A/C as well. The views from the living room out onto the Sound are amazing- you feel like you are floating in the sky and the colors of the water, marsh and lush greenery are wonderful. I think I spend the majority of my time on the top deck- from first coffee to last sunset light...it was just perfect. There is a sense of real privacy in this house as well, and strolling over the private walkway over the marsh to the soundside sandy beach is beautiful. The house is very well outfitted with 4 kayaks, sheets/bath towel service, fast internet, excellent air-conditioning, and a seriously stocked kitchen. Any bowl, pan, tool, cutting board etc that you might need is at hand's reach. You will need to bring your own expendables like soap, shampoo, etc. The beds and pillows are ridiculously comfortable. The carpets and dressers are brand new. So nice! As for location- it is super close to stores, beach access, restaurants and ice cream shops...but when you turn down the driveway and cross the little bridge...it is so serene and peaceful you feel miles away from it all. I could go on and on, but I will leave it at this- rent this place! It's wonderful!