Teacher's Lair: Beautiful waterfront home on a canal in Oyster Creek - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This enchanting vacation home located on a canal in the Oyster Creek area provides handsome vistas of the marsh and distant sound vistas. This property has wood floors, tile floor in the kitchen and bathrooms, and intelligent TVs in all the bedrooms. Appreciate the outdoor vistas from either of the decks or the screened porch complete with hammock and outdoor furnishings. Underneath the home is a secondary hammock and outdoor shower. The first bedroom is right off the entrance with French doors and a queen-sized bed. Upstairs in the open loft area is a twin bed with twin-sized trundle underneath. The loft area shares a jack and jill style bathroom with the master bedroom. Both loft area and master bedroom have private deck access. This Saturday turn day property has split units for AC/heat. They are quieter than window units and work just as efficiently as central AC. Four-legged companions are welcomed with no additional pet fee. *Height restrictions on boats: must have a collapsible canopy and be a flat-bottomed boat.) This property does not provide linens or towels, please inquire about rental options.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is on the waterfront. British Cemetery and Ocracoke Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Rental booking tips and tricks:

Finding the best rental value:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Ocracoke area. Reserve your Ocracoke rental home in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Booking your rental home six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides contain discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to pick the best vacation home in Ocracoke:

• Choose your dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Teacher's Lair: Beautiful waterfront home on a canal in Oyster Creek has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• If your group is bringing pets, you will need a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages are not attributed to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas upon check in. Contact the rental manager immediately to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, 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.
• Did you have a wonderful time? Most rental managers make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.