CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

CanalHouse is a unique Ocracoke home on the rental market for the first time in 2022. The long time home of an old Ocracoke family, who still owns the property, CanalHouse sits on a canal which leads to Oyster Creek and Pamlico Sound through a photogenic salt water marsh. The enormous back yard includes many live oak, bald cypress, and cedar trees. Savor the exceptional privacy on three sizable decks, including one on the back of the home with an outdoor shower and one surrounding an outbuilding right on the canal. NO power boat access. Please do not store or charge electric bicycles on the property. CanalHouse is providing full linen service beginning January 1, 2025.

CanalHouse received a major upgrade in conjunction with post-Dorian repairs. There is plenty of room to spread out in the home and outside. The heart of the home is a huge room that combines kitchen, dining room and sitting room with TV. There is also a bigger living room with couch, chairs, and TV that adjoins a modest sunroom with writing desk. The kitchen is completely equipped with refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher and open shelving to make everything you need painless to find. The home has central heating and AC, WiFi, washer/dryer combination, and cable TV. The smaller bathroom has a standing shower only, the bigger has a tub/shower combination. Parking for 2 cars is allowed. There is space and electric included for golf carts. We invite you to appreciate your Ocracoke visit at CanalHouse and hope to see you!

CanalHouse is limited to four people, no family pets, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are two queen beds and one single bed.

All guests of CanalHouse are STRONGLY urged to purchase cancellation insurance with your booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. Things happen. You want to be protected.

This property is offered by Premier Partner, Debbie Wells, who also manages two other Vacation Rental By Owner properties: The Studio, #332656, and SoundHouse, #2203510. All cottages are personally managed and locally owned and operated and feature great locations, clean and functional interiors and competitive pricing. We hope to see you!

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve, while Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Deepwater Theater are cultural highlights. 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 not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal Ocracoke vacation rental experience:

Get the best value:

• In the Ocracoke area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Summer months are high season in the Ocracoke area. To get the best value, consider shifting your trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local Ocracoke area magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Choosing the perfect rental in the Ocracoke area:

• Select vacation dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the host before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or could be applied to your invoice.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your stay, record any problem areas upon check in. E-mail the host immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out 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.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.