Our family of 12 had a great week staying at this home. it was a short walk to the beach (on pavement with little or no traffic) so we didn't have to go through sand and brush to get there. We were grateful to have the private pool because we could spend mornings at the beach and the afternoons at the pool. We had 3 little ones who still require naps, so they could sleep and the rest of us could enjoy the pool. The weather was great while we were there, so we did not use the gym or indoor pool, but it was nice knowing they were available had we experienced a rainy day. It was a slightly longer walk to the stores and restaurants in Duck, but certainly doable, even for our 6 and 7 year old kids.The kids loved the magic show and Duck donuts in town. The house was very clean and well maintained. The owner was very easy to reach and even called us the day after we arrived to make sure everything was going well. I only have 0ne minor complaint. When we arrived, after a long day in the car, we found only one roll of toilet paper for 5 bathrooms and a lack of supplies I'm usually used to finding in rental homes. I have rented 3 homes in 3 different locations in the last year, and all three supplied at least a day or two supply of toilet paper, paper towels, hand and dishwashing soap, salt and pepper, etc. Consequently, we had to make a run to Walmart immediately. Having never been to the Outer Banks before, maybe this is standard for rentals there. we would love to stay in this house again. We will just know to bring paper products and soap with us! The house itself was great; it was clean, had nice furnishings and everything worked. Kitchen supplies were satisfactory- all the cooking and eating supplies anyone would need. I recommend this house to anyone traveling to the Outer Banks. We loved the location because of the short distance to the beach and the town of Duck. I also appreciated the ease with which we could reach the owner and his willingness to make sure we were happy with the rental.