Dock of the Bay is located on Silver Lake Harbor with views second to none! - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

Located directly in the heart of the village, this Saturday turn day vacation home offers a expansive view of Silver Lake Harbor second to none. Shared docking with a pavilion will draw you out each evening to appreciate charming sunsets over Silver Lake Harbor. The bright and cheery great room offers an open floor plan with kitchen, dining and living room all facing towards the harbor. A spiral staircase leads to an upstairs tower room/loft bedroom. Dock of the Bay has screened porches, wrap around decks and everything you could want in a waterfront rental. Still looking for a little additional space? Combine this rental with the suite property On Silver Lake, located right across the street and sleeps 2 people. Parking is located across the street and a 3-car limit is stringently enforced. 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. Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. 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 not allowed

Rental home booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• To find the best value, consider changing your family's Ocracoke vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner your group can book, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guides contain discounts for local tours and attractions.

How to choose and book the best Ocracoke rental:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Dock of the Bay is located on Silver Lake Harbor with views second to none! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available online. If not, contact the property manager before reserving the property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Visiting for a single event or attraction? Use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly property. Request specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations:

• Get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the property during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if damages are assessed.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your life at home. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect your property!
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to drive new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.