Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 800 square feet

New Owners and Recently refreshed (Sept 2023)
New beds, furnishings and appliances

Pet Friendly Suite in Ocracoke

3 story pastel orange beach home with white trim. A mile walk to the national park lifeguarded beach. This suite is located on the first floor and has a private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen bedroom. The entrance to this suite is through the main entrance of the home and then the door to the right with keypad entry. The bedroom is in a separate and private space to the rear of the suite. There is a door to close off the bedroom space from the kitchenette/living space.

**The listed rate covers up to 2 guests. Additional guests will be an additional $50 per nighttime, per guest.

MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE

Pet fee is $50 per stay for well-behaved dogs not more than 50lbs (limit 2). **If family pets are not marked and paid for at the point of booking, we reserve the right to cancel the booking at the point of check in without refund. Animals are not to be left unattended for long periods of time and must not disturb other guests while staying with us. Excessive barking or whining will not be tolerated.

Accommodations offer hair dryers, Intelligent TVs and starter rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves, cookware/dishes/silverware, and coffee makers.

No smoking of any kind (no vapes, no e-cigs). Any evidence of smoking in the suite will incur a cleaning fee of $350. If you must smoke, please do so outside and away from other guests.

** Parking is a premium on Ocracoke and we only have 1 space available per suite. Please, no trailers or very enormous cars. ** Let us know if you will bring/rent a golf cart while you are staying with us.

Bicycles, golf carts and other 4x4 cars available for rent on the island. (Lots of options for units)

Ocracoke Beach Outfitters has beach gear, infant items, bicycles and other items for rent if you forget something for your stay. They are within walking distance of the home.
(ocracokebeachoutfitters.com)

The home sits in the middle of our little island 30 miles off the mainland accessible only by ferry boat or airplane.

There are 3 ferry lines that service this island. Cedar Island, Swan Quarter and Hatteras. Cedar Island and Swan Quarter car ferries require reservations and a modest fee (see the NC Ferry Reservations website to reserve your date and time). The Hatteras car ferry is complimentary and first-come, first-serve. You may have to wait in line at Hatteras. The schedule for all ferries and reservations for Cedar Island and Swan Quarter are on the NC Ferry website (ferry.ncdot.gov)

No franchises are allowed on island so most businesses are locally owned. Eateries get their fresh seafood directly from the local fishermen daily.

There are various festivals and special events throughout the season. Check out the Ocracoke Observer community newspaper website or Facebook page for up to date information on restaurant openings/closings and special events.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a family friendly space with home rules and peaceful hours posted in the rental agreement that you MUST read prior to booking. It's not a loud event home and OWNER reserves the right to cancel the booking (removing the guests), with or without refund, of any guests who do not abide by these home rules or demonstrate a lack of care towards the property or others while here.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this apartment is by the sea. Deepwater Theater and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ocracoke Lighthouse and British Cemetery. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Rental home booking tips:

When to book & When to go:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Ocracoke area. Booking a rental in Fall or Spring is an excellent way to save on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• In the Ocracoke area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Ocracoke visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides have money saving offers on nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Make a plan and pick the perfect Ocracoke rental:

• Start by having your group choose a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often accessible online. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before you reserve your rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Does your family require unique amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during arrival. Contact the host right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Be respectful. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and look for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.