Sweet Waterfront Cottage, 4 person limit - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Please, note...we only book full weeks during high season, with Saturday as our change over day. We do take partial stays in the shoulder and off season. Please note: SoundHouse does not provide linens. Bring your own sheets for 2 queen beds, 1 single, towels and personal pillows. There are blankets, pillows, bed spreads and kitchen linens furnished for your use. Also, please note there are NO POWER BOATS allowed at SoundHouse. IF YOU BRING ONE, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO REMOVE IT. Do not store or charge electric bicycles on the property. Also, please check all our home rules before booking.

Soundhouse is a sweet, vintage bungalow on the usually peaceful North Pond with it’s own sandy beach. SoundHouse has been owned by the same local family since 1972. The owner resides close by. It features a shady front porch and a back porch with a great gorgeous waterfront view, overlooking your own little sandy beach. Great for kayaking, paddle boarding, an painless walk to ferry, museum, eateries, shopping and “downtown” waterfront with astounding sunset vistas. Limited to four people, no family pets, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 queen beds, one twin, a sizable open plan kitchen, dining and living area. There is an outdoor shower and washer/dryer, but experience old Ocracoke by washing your dishes by hand, no dishwasher! Parking for two cars. Appreciate the soundside beach but please respect neighbor’s beachfront property lines, it’s not a community beach. No power or sailboats. Smoking is not allowed inside SoundHouse. Smoking is allowed outside in the yard only. Events and huge events are NOT allowed in SoundHouse.

All guests of SoundHouse are STRONGLY urged to purchase cancellation insurance when you book through Vacation Rental By Owner. Things happen. You want to be protected.

This property is offered by Premier Partner, Debbie Wells, who also manages three other Vacation Rental By Owner properties: The Studio #332656, Dicie's House on Howard Street #1899844 and CanalHouse #2760936. All cottages are personally managed and locally owned and operated and feature great locations, clean and functional interiors and competitive pricing. We hope to see you!

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve, while Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Deepwater Theater are cultural highlights. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the very best Ocracoke vacation home experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Ocracoke. To find the best rental for your budget, we highly recommend reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Ocracoke attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved early. Booking your rental home six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Ocracoke area visitors guides that include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Selecting the best rental:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your dates, and choose a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Sweet Waterfront Cottage, 4 person limit has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the host before reserving your home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's an individual Ocracoke beach you are enamored with, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• Record any damages to the property during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of issues.
• Be a good neighbor. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Protect your property!
• At departure, complete a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget anything. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to drive new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.