A Cat Named Vivian: Pet-friendly home with fenced yard in a quiet neighborhood. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Savor this comfortable, Saturday turn day home in a peaceful neighborhood called Jackson Dunes. Let your four-legged family member roam freely in the fenced in yard while you appreciate the two decks or screened porch. All are ideal retreats for morning coffee, appreciating a book or evening beverages. Wood floor throughout provides a ideal environment for your companion animal to cool off during the heat of the day. *one pet allowed for no additional fee: each additional pet $75.00. This property does not provide linens or towels, please inquire about rental options.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Ocracoke rental property booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in Ocracoke. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is an excellent way to save on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of 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 grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Planning and picking a perfectrental:

• Start by selecting potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. A Cat Named Vivian: Pet-friendly home with fenced yard in a quiet neighborhood. has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before booking your rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You will need to establish what configuration is right for your group.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Add the host's information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect your property!
• Note any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.