Cozy 2-bedroom sleeps 8 condo in oceanfront resort

THE BARRIER ISLAND STATION RESORT
This 24-acre resort property, located right on the edge of the town of Duck, NC, sits between the Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound, offering you access to both. This is one of the best locations in the Outer Banks for convenience and walking / biking proximity to multiple activities and dining options.
From your condo unit you can walk to the ocean beach, indoor pool area, outdoor pool area, and the sound. Being on the outskirts of the town of Duck, you are a short walk or drive to shopping and dining along the 1-mile boardwalk located along the sound. In the evenings try not to miss the spectacular sunsets over the sound.
THIS UNIT
This is a two-level 2BR/2BA unit that can sleep eight persons (8) with two bedrooms (king and two twins) and two pull-out queen convertible sofas, one on the upstairs loft and one in the living room, providing four separate sleeping areas all with (shared) bathroom access.
There is a full kitchen with stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, etc. There is a breakfast bar with 4 stools and a dining area with table and 6 chairs, a living room with loveseat and queen sleeper sofa. A special feature of this unit is a very spacious private outdoor deck with table and chairs overlooking both ocean and sound, providing a gorgeous vantage point for both sunrises and sunsets. There is a washer / dryer in the unit.
RECENTLY RENOVATED
This property was originally constructed in the 1980's and early 1990's. with an $8+ million-dollar renovation project in 2023. The interior of this unit has been fully renovated including all new floors, appliances, cabinets, and furnishings.
Note: The photos illustrate the property. Some of the photos are of neighboring but equivalent units, a few predate the very recent renovation. If you have any questions about any details, please send me a note.
ACCESSIBILITY CAUTION
This unit is in the 300 Building which atop Penny Hill, centrally located on the property. As it’s an upper-level unit, the front door is accessed by a set of outside stairs, with parking available close to the bottom of the stairs. The master bedroom suite, sleeping loft and washer/dryer are located on the upper level of the unit accessed by an interior stairway.
BIS-Duck Resort staff is available to provide assistance carrying your baggage to your unit if you would like some help.
ACCESSING THE BEACH AND SOUND
If you have a lot of beach gear, or small children, it might not be practical to walk to the beach from this unit in the summer heat. You can drive to a parking area near the Beach access. This private parking area is reserved for Resort guests where you can conveniently drop off your family and gear, or even park in the spaces provided if one is available.
AMENITIES
The benefits offered by this resort include one of the largest outdoor pool areas on OBX. Next to the pool area there is an onsite Sea Glass Snack Shack serving snacks like burgers and hot dogs, beverages, and water ice.
This property is unique on OBX with direct access to the both the Beach and the Sound and in very close proximity to the many shops and restaurants in the Town of Duck. Many people park their car for the week and walk to everything.
The ocean beach is private for resort guests and has full-time lifeguards. The sound features a restaurant popular for sunsets and rents various types of boats, paddle boards and jet skis to enjoy on the sound.
You benefit from these spacious units being priced lower than comparable options of the same size in the area. Many families enjoy their annual vacations at this property, however if you are a traveler who requires more luxurious accommodations, this may not be the right choice for you, and you might want to consider one of the more expensive listings in Duck.
OTHER NOTES
- Primary Guest checking in must be at least 21 years of age with a valid ID and credit card for security deposit. If a security deposit is required, it will be returned to you after Check Out if you have not made any charges to your room.
- This resort is professionally managed and operated by Vacation Resorts International (VRI). The front desk is staffed for Check-In, Check-Out, and is available for any questions, issues, or need for assistance during your stay.
- Check In time is 4:00pm and check out time is 10:00am. Please check with the resort Front Desk for any possibility of earlier unit availability and / or early use of the resort amenities during check-in days.
- Late Check In: The front desk / office is open from 8am to 7pm. If you arrive after those hours you can go to the security office and get access to your unit. Then the following morning you will need to go to the office by 11am to get officially signed in and receive your parking passes, information, etc.
- Two free parking passes are included with this unit, which you will receive from the front desk at Check In. If you need parking for an additional vehicle, you can arrange this directly with the Front Desk.
- Bedding linens, including blankets, sheets, and pillows are provided. However, if have you have favorites, or special needs, you should bring your own.
BIS-Duck provides blankets but does NOT provide the heavier, bulkier comforters that you may have on your bed at home. The blankets on the beds should be fine for most families, but you could bring an extra blanket or comforter if you have any concerns about that.
- Bath and hand towels are provided for you and will be inside your unit when you arrive.
- There is no daily housekeeping provided. If additional housekeeping is desired during your stay it is available for an additional fee scheduled directly with the resort front desk.
- Each Unit will receive a "Starter Package" at Check In including toilet paper, paper towels, detergent, etc to get you thru the first day or two of your stay. However, it is recommended to bring additional PAPER products (toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, etc) and your own CLEANING products (detergents, cleaners, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, etc).
- Pool / beach towels are not provided. Each family should bring their own pool / beach towels
- You should bring your own beach chairs / beach blankets / umbrellas / equipment you want to use on the beach. You are also able to rent beach chairs / umbrellas on the beach or in town.
- Bikes are a great way to move around the resort, and, also to ride into the town of Duck. Bike rentals in Duck are available if you don't bring your own. There are excellent bike paths along the road going both north and south for several miles. The bike path north will take you 15 miles, all the way to the Currituck lighthouse.
- If you are interested in fishing while on vacation, there is surf fishing out on the ocean beach, or pier fishing from the sound pier. Bob’s Bait and Tackle in Duck has plenty of gear and timely advice to help you have fun fishing.
- Pets are not permitted anywhere on or in the resort property.