About this Property

Sleeps 7
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Private vacation home
Non-smoking property
Pets welcome (restrictions apply)
No children allowed

This three bedroom island home is located just off the harbor and within walking distance of island stores and eateries. Dad's Retreat has two full baths, a queen in one bedroom, two twins in another, and king and a day bed in the master bedroom. Other amenities include central a/c, heat, TV, phone, stereo/CD player, washer/dryer, dishwasher, outside shower and gas grille. For outside enjoyment there is a back deck offering privacy, a front covered porch, and a screened porch. Docking for one boat is available upon request. This home sleeps up to 7 people.

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About the Area

This vacation home is located in Ocracoke. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Springer's Point Preserve and Ocracoke Beach, while Deepwater Theater and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the very best Ocracoke rental home experience:

Money saving strategies:

Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
June, July, and August are high season in Ocracoke. Booking your vacation rental in the Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
Property managers sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
Find a copy of your local Ocracoke area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have discounts for nearby shops and restaurants.

Narrow your Search:

Select vacation dates and spending budget.
Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Dad's Retreat/3 BR Island Home with Boat Docking has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is normally available online. If not, email the property owner before you reserve your rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds. You will need to work out which bed configuration is best for your vacation group.
Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.
Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities.
Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental

Some things to know before you go:

Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many difficulties.
Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
Make a record of any issues with the property at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if a dispute is filed.
Be respectful. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
Re-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
Record a video to document the condition of the property.
Leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared 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 had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.