Ford Cottage: Beautiful marsh views with a large screened porch. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This Ocracoke Island bungalow offers gorgeous marsh vistas. Ford Cottage features a first floor open floor plan. The open kitchen, dining and living areas offer a great space for family gatherings or entertaining. The first floor is further enhanced by a generous screened porch and deck. Splendid pine floors throughout. The second floor features a great room with cathedral ceilings, wet bar with mini refrigerator, half bath, and a balcony providing a magnificent view of the marsh.

3 bedrooms, 1 Full Bath and 2 Half Baths: 1 with King, 2 with two Twins.

Conveniences include complimentary wireless internet access, 1 Roku TV, 1 cable TV, and 2 DVD players. Central air conditioning/baseboard heat on the first floor, central air conditioning/central heat on the second floor, ceiling fans in all rooms. Washer and dryer.

The exterior offers two decks and a enormous screened porch with picnic table, hot/cold outdoor shower w/dressing area and fish cleaning bench.

*This home does not provide linens.

No Smoking. No Family Animals Accepted. Limit of 3 cars.

Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum, and these stays can be booked within two weeks of arrival.

Property Layout:

First Floor: Open kitchen, dining and living area with Roku TV. Bedroom with King bed. Two bedrooms, each with two Twin beds. Hallway Bath with tub/shower. Half Bath with washer/dryer.

Second Floor: Great Room with TV/DVD/VCR, mini-refrigerator and wet bar.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. Hatteras Landing Marina and Teach's Lair Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit 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

Tips for getting the perfect vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in Ocracoke. To find the largest rental home within budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Ocracoke area visitors guides which often include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting the perfect vacation rental in the Ocracoke area:

• Select a designated group leader, select your vacation week, and select a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group needs. Ford Cottage: Beautiful marsh views with a large screened porch. has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before you book the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what bed configuration is right for your family.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

During your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute arises.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on good feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families 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 owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.