Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath, Pet friendly - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

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

Pet Friendly Suite

3 story pastel orange beach home with white trim. 1.4 mile walk to the lifeguarded beach. This 1st floor suite has a private kitchenette (NO STOVE), bathroom, and additional bedroom all located within the unit. Great for a family of 4 or two couples looking to get away. Pet friendly for well-behaved dogs up to 50lbs (limit 2)

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

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. (All guests are met in person for check in.) Family 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.

MAXIMUM of 4 PEOPLE

*There are no shared inside spaces with the other units in the home*

The private ramp entrance is located on the left side of the home leading to a studio which is roomy and comfortable with a kitchenette, intelligent TV, seating area and dining table. Down a private hallway is the private full bath with cavernous shower, clothes closet, and additional queen bedroom. There is another entrance from the common room at the front of the home. Both have keypad entry with the same code.

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 supplied)

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 sizable 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.

You must text when you get on your ferry to establish an estimated arrival time for check in. ** NO CHECK INS AFTER 7:30PM WITHOUT SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS **

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)

Strategies to get the perfect rental home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Summertime is high season in Ocracoke. Reserve your Ocracoke vacation home in the Spring or Fall to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your rental 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Many rental management companies supply Ocracoke area visitor guide magazines which will include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Ocracoke area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting the perfect rental home in the Ocracoke area:

• Choose a group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath, Pet friendly has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your trip.
• Visiting for a specific event? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Know before you go:

• Get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, remember to take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a wonderful vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.