Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

Savor this waterfront home located on a modest canal leading to the Pamlico Sound. Once Upon A Tide offers a magnificent hideaway for kayakers and nature lovers. Appreciate expansive vistas of the shallow water canal, neighboring salt marsh, and maritime forest from the dock with bench seating. Unwind or dine on either the first-floor screened porch or second-floor deck, both offering excellent vistas. Once Upon A Tide offers a reverse floor plan, modern furnishings, and striking vistas for true relaxation. A first-floor media room features an 80-inch flat-screen TV, surround sound system, and Blu-Ray DVD player. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths: First floor has 2 bedrooms each with a Queen and shared bath. Second floor Primary Bedroom with King, TV, and private bath with shower. A modest alcove on the first floor features a Pyramid Bunk Bed (Twin over Double) which offers flexible sleeping options (but does not allow occupancy over the 6 person limit). Conveniences include complimentary SpaceX Starlink high-speed satellite Internet service, central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, 2 TVs, and a Blu-ray DVD player. The kitchen includes a wine refrigerator. Washer and dryer. Pack-N-Play. High chair. The exterior offers a waterfront deck with bench seating and screened porch each with a picnic table, plus a picnic table located by the grille. Park style charcoal grille, hot/cold outdoor shower, and fish cleaning bench. Two tandem kayaks. Life jackets are not supplied, if you wish to rent them, please contact Ride The Wind Surf Shop. They will be happy to assist. Sheets and towels are included. Beds are made for your arrival. No Smoking. No Family Animals Accepted. Parking is limited to 2 cars. No partial stays. Property Layout: First Floor: Media Room with TV/DVD. Two Bedrooms, each with a Queen bed and shared Bath with tub/shower. Laundry closet. Second Floor: Open living, dining, and kitchen. Primary Bedroom with King bed, TV, and Primary Bath with shower stall. Hallway half bath.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is on the waterfront. British Cemetery and Fort Ocracoke Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve. 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

Tips to get the optimal Ocracoke vacation property experience:

When to visit Ocracoke & When to book:

• The earlier you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Reserve your Ocracoke vacation home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guides have coupons for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning, picking, and booking the perfect Ocracoke rental:

• Select your dates and spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is often accessible online. If they are not listed, call the property manager before you reserve your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what configuration is optimal for your family.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

More tips for your visit:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas when you arrive. Get in touch with the host immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you didn't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to propel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.