Poker House: Waterfront home on a canal in Oyster Creek. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

Savor the island’s natural beauty from this Ocracoke vacation bungalow. Located in the Oyster Creek neighborhood over the third bridge, this bungalow overlooks Pamlico Sound and has backyard access to the canal on two sides. It is a boaters or kayakers dream complete with boat ramp and docking. Appreciate enchanting breezes on the screened porch and decks. There is a handicap ramp to the entrance to assist guests who need to avoid steps. The master bedroom is downstairs with an attached shared bathroom. The other two bedrooms are upstairs that share a full bathroom with a separate whirlpool tub. Outside is a BBQ area set up with a charcoal grille and picnic table, around the corner is the outdoor shower. This Saturday turn day property does not provide linens and towels, please inquire about rental options.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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 and Tricks to get the optimal vacation home experience:

Finding the best rental value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Ocracoke area. To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Many rental management companies supply Ocracoke area travel guides which will include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Ocracoke visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to select the best rental in Ocracoke:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Poker House: Waterfront home on a canal in Oyster Creek. has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is right for your family.
• If there's a certain Ocracoke beach you simply love, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

Some things to know before you go:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many difficulties.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to propel more reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.