Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This incredible historic bungalow is tucked down a modest village lane off Lighthouse Road. Savor a short walk to the close by Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer's Point Nature Preserve, or Silver Lake Harbor. Mattie Midgett Cottage is located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, with stores, galleries, eateries, and other village activities within pleasant walking or cycling distance.

This village home offers a taste of old Ocracoke-style living with the convenience of a modern home. Beadboard walls and wood floors combined with the occasional antique furnishings make this home a really exceptional blend of yesterday and today. Unwind on the comfortable screened porch or in the pleasant backyard.

3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths: 1 Bedroom with Queen, 1 with Double, 1 with Bunk. The max. occupancy is five people, including kids.

Conveniences include central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless Internet access, cable TV, and DVD player. Washer and dryer.

Sheets and towels are included. Beds are made for your arrival.

The exterior offers a enormous screened front porch, hot/cold outdoor shower, and park-style charcoal grille.

No Smoking. No Animals Accepted. min. five people, including kids. Limit of 2 cars.

Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum.


Property Layout:

Single story home: Living room with TV, kitchen, and dining area. One bedroom with Queen bed. One bedroom with Double bed. One bedroom with Bunk bed. Full bath with shower stall. Half bath with stackable washer/dryer.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve, while Deepwater Theater and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are cultural highlights. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting. 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

Our top Ocracoke rental property booking tips and tricks:

Find your perfect rental home:

• Summertime is high season in Ocracoke. Reserve your rental property in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental 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 whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the reservation 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 costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies supply Ocracoke area visitor guides which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Ocracoke visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Finding the perfect vacation home in Ocracoke:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your trip dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or charges might be applied to your contract.

More considerations for your visit:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Put the host's information in your smartphone.
• At Check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect your property!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Many rental websites make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.