Suite, with Sofa bed (Resort)

The suite has 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed and sleeps up to 4 guests across its 569 sq. ft. The king bed is in the bedroom and the sofa bed is in the sitting area. That makes it a comfortable fit for a couple, or a family with children. A rollaway/extra bed or a crib can be added for a surcharge.

This suite has a resort view, which brings light and a coastal feel into the room. The Sanderling sits between Currituck Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, with the ocean just across the street. It's a good choice if you want a relaxed outlook and a generous layout.

The bathroom has a separate bathtub and shower, so you can choose a long soak or a quick rinse. It's stocked with bathrobes, designer toiletries including shampoo and soap, towels and a hair dryer. Toothbrush and toothpaste are available on request.

The suite has a fireplace, a 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, an iPod dock and a mini-fridge. Free WiFi (25+ Mbps) and free local calls are included. For comfort you'll find air conditioning, heating, a ceiling fan and hypo-allergenic bedding. An iron and ironing board are provided, and housekeeping comes once per stay.

Resort Rooms carry a taxable daily resort fee of $55. It covers private beach access, beach chairs, umbrellas and towels, self-parking, electric charging stations, in-room coffee and tea, and lawn games. Wi-Fi, fitness center access and indoor pool use at the Spa are part of the stay too. Guided yoga on the Observation Deck at 8:00am on Saturdays and Sundays is also included.

Yes. With a king bed plus a double sofa bed, and connecting rooms available for larger groups, it suits families well. Children up to and including 17 stay free using existing bedding in a parent's or guardian's room. The Resort Pool, between the beach and the North Inn, is the family pool and has a large hot tub. The Sanderling has no kids' club, but beach, pool, lawn and board games are there for all ages. The Tranquility Pool is adults-only (21+).

The Lifesaving Station serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and stays open year-round. It's in the historic Caffey's Inlet Life Saving Station and has a kid's menu. The Beach House Bar offers coffee and pastries by day and cocktails and small plates into the evening. Theodosia, the fine-dining restaurant led by Chef Vivian Howard, and the poolside Sandbar are seasonal, so check their opening dates when planning.

The suite includes braille/raised signage among its accessibility features. The Sanderling also welcomes dogs: up to two per room, each under 60 pounds, for a non-refundable fee of $300 for guest rooms. Guests must be 21 or older to check in, unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability. The resort is at 1461 Duck Road, Duck, about 90 miles (roughly 2 hours) from Norfolk International Airport. There's no public transit in Duck, so a rental car is recommended. Self-parking is complimentary for resort guests.