Room, 2 Double Beds (Ocean)

This 468 sq. ft. room faces the ocean, with a view across the dunes. The Sanderling sits on Currituck Sound with the Atlantic Ocean just across the street, so the coast is part of the setting. Large amounts of natural light and a seating area make it a pleasant spot for morning coffee.

The room has 2 double beds and sleeps up to 4 guests, which suits two couples, friends travelling together or a family. The bedding is hypo-allergenic. A rollaway bed or crib can be added for $35 per night. Children up to and including 17 stay free when using the existing bedding in a parent or guardian's room.

The bathroom has a shower/bathtub combination, designer toiletries, bathrobes, towels, soap, shampoo and a hair dryer. Toothbrush and toothpaste are available on request. With four guests sharing, the bathrobes and towels are a welcome touch after a beach day.

Resort Rooms carry a $55 taxable daily resort fee. It covers private beach access, beach chairs, umbrellas and towels, self-parking, electric charging stations, in-room coffee and tea, lawn games, Wi-Fi, fitness center access and use of the indoor pool at the spa. In the room you also get free WiFi, a 27-inch cable TV, an iPod dock, a safe and a mini-fridge.

The Sanderling is family-friendly, and a room with two double beds is a practical fit for parents with children or two couples. There is no kids' club, but beach and pool activities, lawn games and board games are there for all ages. The Resort Pool, between the beach and the North Inn, is the family pool and has a large hot tub. The Tranquility Pool is adults-only (21+). Guests must be 21 to check in unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

The resort has private beach access, with the Atlantic across the street and Currituck Sound on the other side of the property. For meals, the Lifesaving Station serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and stays open year-round. The Sandbar and Beach House Bar are seasonal and run first-come, first-served, and Theodosia is a seasonal fine-dining restaurant. The Sanderling offers seven event spaces, so the grounds can be busy during weddings and events.

Yes, The Sanderling welcomes dogs staying with their owners. The pet fee is $300 for guest rooms and is added at check-in and non-refundable. The limit is two dogs, each under 60 pounds, per room.

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are offered for a fee, subject to availability. Bring government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as the resort may pre-authorize your card and does not accept cash.

A car is the best way to get here. There is no airport, train or bus service in Duck, and rideshare coverage is thin. Norfolk International Airport is about 90 miles (roughly 2 hours) away. Dare County Regional Airport in Manteo is about 45 minutes away but serves private and charter flights only. Self-parking is complimentary for all resort guests.