Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 500 square feet

New Owners and Recently refreshed (Sept 2023)
New bed

3 story pastel orange beach home with white trim. Less than a mile walk from the beach. This second-floor private suite has 1 queen bed and 1 full bath with private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen sleeper couch. This space is located on the front of the home where there is a full 30ft covered porch. Great for a family of 4 or two couples looking to get away.

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

MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE – NO FAMILY PETS ACCEPTED ** No Family Animals this unit. See either of our other 2 suites if you want to bring a pet.

The entrance is located up the stairs on the left side of the deck to the second floor covered porch. Studio includes a queen bed, kitchenette with dining table for 4, seating area with queen couch bed and intelligent TV. The only other living space on this floor is another studio on the rear of the home with its own entrance. No common spaces.

** ANY additional guests not marked and paid for at the point of booking, I reserve the right to cancel the booking at the point of check in without refund.

Accommodations offer a hair dryer, Intelligent T.V. and starter rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Kitchenette includes apartment size refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, cookware/dishes/silverware, and a standard 12 cup coffee maker (filters included)

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. Dispose of cigarettes properly (do not throw in the yard).

** Parking is a premium on Ocracoke and we only have 1 space available per suite. Please, no trailers or very huge 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 all the fish markets and eateries are locally owed as are most all the businesses, family owned and operated. 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 (ocracokeobserver.com) or Facebook page for up to date information on restaurant openings/closings and special events. This home sits within walking distance to it all.

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. Hatteras Landing Marina and Teach's Lair Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve. 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips and Tricks to get the best Ocracoke rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• To book the best vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at Ocracoke restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Ocracoke visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guides contain money saving offers on local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Begin by selecting your a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. If not, email or call the property owner before you book the home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what is best for your family.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

During your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Note any damages to the property at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if a dispute is filed.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a great time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.