About this Property

Constructed in the 1920s for Captain Myron Garrish, this historic island home has been enlarged and thoroughly redone down to the studs. The foundation has been raised, the ceiling has been raised, and now it is time to raise your expectations for a nice and comfortable step back in time on the island’s most historic sandy lane.
Snuggled within the ancient live oaks, Howard St is a peaceful and peaceful place on the island, yet this home is located just steps away from eateries, stores and the magical Silver Lake harbor. Right next door is our other home, the beloved Elsie’s House, so you have the opportunity to rent both if you need more space for bigger family gatherings.
Featuring open living space, 3 peaceful bedrooms, and bliss baths we believe you will feel at home as soon as you walk in. The front porch will be your perch to relax and become an O’Cocker, even if it’s just for a little while. Come relish!

How to get the best deal on your rental

• Search for the tourism bureau where you want to travel. Most established tourism bureaus will offer you printed travel guide books with promotions for rental homes, dining and activities. These guides can provide an excellent start to your rental search.
• Could you change your dates? Off-peak rates are usually a fraction of peak pricing.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Military may qualify for discounts. Be sure to confirm with property manager to see if your travelling gang qualifies for a reduction.
• Is there a specific experience you are mainly anticipating ? Be sure to prioritize your proximity to the family activities and sights you are most looking forward to.
• Think about getting trip insurance along with your lease contract. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay cost, provides travellers reimbursement of their vacation expenses for any days missed due to personal medical-related emergencies or weather, and additionally ensuing extra hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected motel stay or additional gasoline. Trip insurance might just be a bank account-saver if the unforseen happens .

General Rental property Tips & Tricks

Many people are surprised to learn how many vacation rentals are available in their area of interest. With such a wide selection, clients are certain to find a vacation home which fits their wishes and spending plan.

Nearly all vacation homes in Ocracoke are privately owned and many are represented by experienced local rental management companies. Owners frequently choose management companies to manage internet marketing, housekeeping and maintenance.

Below are great tips and suggestions to help you understand the rental home search and reservation process.

Finding and booking the perfect rental property:

Do you think "BRAND NEW LISTING for 2019 - Freshly renovated historic island home " is the perfect vacation property for your upcoming trip? Browse through this guide to ensure it fits your preferences.

Search Early and Often

Like many desirable hot spots, In Ocracoke the best rentals are booked very early. To assure the best selection of properties, we suggest searching and reserving your Ocracoke vacation home Six-12 months in advance, whenever possible. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to find and reserve your rental..

Choose a Village and Date

Oftentimes, the hardest portion of planning your trip is figuring out where to search, and when. After the big decisions are resolved, the rest will be simpler.

Bedrooms and Bed Sizes Matter

Confirm who is joining, and how many/what type of bedroom arrangement you should have. Consider that a lot of rentals advertise maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in the living area. You will need to figure out what is suitable for the family. Precise descriptions of bedrooms and beds are typically available on the internet. Otherwise, communicate with the property manager before you reserve the home.

Establish Your Budget

Does the chosen rental home suit your budget during that choice Summer week? Make sure that you get cost-sharing commitments from company well before booking a costly rental property. Most rental contracts call for a single individual to be in charge of the entire reservation.

Vacation home Features

What property features is your family trying to find? Do you want a rental property with open-air lounge? Do you want to be away from it all, or near civilization? Will the unit have bicycles and body boards available as part of your stay? Make a list of priority conveniences to guide filter your search.

Special Criteria

Do some members of your group have specialized needs? If wheel chair accessibility, elevators, pool lifts or other specialized equipment is necessary, include that into your search. Almost all vacation rental listings will include a list of amenities.

Paws-Friendly, Please

Make sure to include your pets. Pet guidelines are different at each rental property. Study descriptions thoroughly. A number of constraints might eliminate a prospective rental. Examine your contract very carefully! Service fees may apply when pets are added. When in doubt, ask the property owner and get it in writing.

It Is Time to Search

Many websites exist to match clients with property owners.. Besides Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we recommend searching Google for "Ocracoke local rental homes" for local rental management companies. Local rental home management companies take pride in a top-quality rental experience.

Negotiate the Price

When you have found the rentalhome of your dreams, check to confirm your travel dates are available.

Some property owners will negotiate rates, and some will not. If the rate isn't negotiable, the number of nights might be. Negotiating rates is most effective during the off-peak season when many properties sit vacant.

Read the Agreement

You should know which services are included:

• Electric bills
• WIFI Access
• Long Distance Calls
• Pool and hot tub heating
• Pay Per View Movies
• Daily Cleaning (If Available)
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance policies
• Key exchange
• Parking Space

Get a total that includes state taxes, animal and other extra fees.

Cancellations Happen

Ensure that you be aware of the cancellation policy prior to booking. Vacation home management companies and rental owners commonly offer their clients the option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance protects the renter against emergency situations and weather events, It provides comfort should catastrophe strike.

Complete the Booking

Once you feel you've found "the one", begin the reservation process. You'll likely be asked to submit a security deposit at time of reservation.

Get Contact Info

Don't forget to get the property manager's contact phone number and entry/exit procedures for your vacation property. We suggest keeping the contact's details in your cell phone and wallet.

Congrats! All that is left is enjoying your visit!

During your Stay

• Take pictures at your arrival. To ensure no damages are attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas of the property. Get in touch with the rental manager right away to report your findings. This may prevent conflicts during check out.
• When there's any ambiguity about vehicle parking, policies of the house, property access, pool operation, etc... we advise you ask the rental manager promptly. A brief phone call prevents many head aches.
• Remember to be a good next-door neighbor. More often than not, neighboring households are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a visit a little more enjoyable.
• Ask a local. Local people can often point you in the right direction.
• Enjoy your stay! Make sure to protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental home secured while you are away, exactly like you would in your own home.

At the end of your stay

• Double-check each room of the rental property to make certain you've packed all belongings.
• Make sure to walk through the rental home one final time and check for property damage. If it is possible, do this walk-out assessment with the property owner present. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• How was your getaway? Most vacation rental management companies and rental home sites permit travellers to offer reviews. If the vacation rental and/or property manager was top-notch, they'll appreciate your compliments. If anything was disagreeable and they failed to fix it in a acceptable manner, or when the rental home was not as described, you may want to note that as part of your critique.

Learn from your Stay

Hold a meeting with the members of your group. Did they love their stay? With a little luck everything turned out to be wonderful and you're ready to reserve the same property for next year. Maybe the rental property wasn't ideal, and you'll better recognize how to filter your search for the next vacation.