Minnow: Waterfront efficiency cottage, hot tub, private sandy beach. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

Minnow is a sound front efficiency bungalow for just two people. Located on Northern Pond, Minnow welcomes you to pamper yourself in the water view from the huge screened porch or simply relax in the luxury of your private sandy beach. The Minnow offers an charming location for kayaking, kite boarding or just hanging out. Appreciate outstanding expansive vistas of the Pamlico Sound. This home offers a rare opportunity for sound front accommodations for those not requiring a enormous home and sits next to the owner's home. Convenient, yet off the beaten path in a pleasant waterfront neighborhood savor a convenient short walk or bicycle ride to Silver Lake Harbor. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath: This studio bungalow offers a sleeping area with King bed, open living, dining and kitchen area and 1 Bath with tub/shower. Conveniences include central heat/air and ceiling fans, complimentary wireless internet access, cable TV which rotates to be seen in both the living and bedroom, DVD player. Stack washer/dryer. Sheets and towels are supplied. Beds are made for your arrival. Exterior offers a sizable sound view screened porch with both dining table and seating area, hammock, sandy beach, hot/cold outdoor shower, charcoal grille and fish cleaning bench. 2 person kayak. Life jackets are not supplied, if you wish to rent them, please contact Ride The Wind Surf Shop. They will be happy to assist. No Dishwasher. No Smoking. No Boat Dock. No Motor Boat Anchorage. Limit of 1 car. No Family Animals or Service Animals of any kind are allowed in this home. For information please visit our Guest Information “Vacationing with a Pet” on our website. No Partial Week Stays. What's New for 2022: Hot Tub not available. Property Layout: Single story home: Open kitchen, dining and living area. Adjoining bedroom with King bed. TV with DVD swivels to be in either the bedroom or living room. Hallway Bath with tub/shower and stackable washer/dryer. Bicycle Units, Beach Items, Cottage Items and More! *Linens, Bikes, Beach Items, Cottage and Infant Items, and more are available through Beach Outfitters. Advance orders of Beach Outfitters items can be made when reserving your vacation property or added to your reservation any time prior to your arrival. Please visit Beach Outfitters for details or call (877) 741-6645.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Deepwater Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include British Cemetery and Ocracoke Lighthouse. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

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 perfect vacation rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Ocracoke area. Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is a great way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or 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? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Ocracoke visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides contain offers and deals for nearby tours and attractions.

How to choose and book a perfect Ocracoke rental:

• Start by selecting your vacation dates and a budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Minnow: Waterfront efficiency cottage, hot tub, private sandy beach. has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you book the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is best for your family.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

More considerations:

• Put the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on good reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.