Terrapin Station: Lovely marsh views - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

As guests of Terrapin Station, you will savor a comfortable walk or bicycle ride to village stores, galleries, eateries and Silver Lake Harbor. A roomy rear den features seating and a dining table. A wall of windows overlooks the adjoining salt marsh. Feel striking sunsets. Savor beautiful marsh vistas, home to egrets, heron and other wildlife. The den offers a comfortable work area for your computer needs (computer not included) and a stereo with blue tooth for streaming and CD player. A modest rear deck offers an even closer view of nature. French doors in living area lead to a front covered porch, ideal for watching the world go by in this historic island neighborhood. Terrapin Station offers all new furnishings, appliances, and cabinetry. The completely new chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a gas stove. Keurig and standard coffee maker. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: Master Bedroom with a King bed and private bath with tiled shower. Bedroom with a Queen bed. Bath with tiled shower. Conveniences include central heat and air conditioning (mini split system), complimentary wireless internet access, 4 Roku TVs. 1 DVD player. No cable or satellite service. Stack washer and dryer. The exterior offers a covered front deck and hot/cold outdoor shower. The rear deck overlooks the salt marsh offering a ideal getaway for nature photographers. A covered deck under the home offers a grilling station with charcoal grille and outdoor dining area with a picnic table, bench and rocking chairs. *This home does not provide linens. No Smoking. No Animals Accepted. min. 2 Vehicles (including covered parking for one car). Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum, and these stays can be booked within two weeks of arrival. Please Note: Paddleboards and kayaks that are secured under the home are NOT for guest use. Kayaks and paddleboards can be rented from Ride the Wind Surf Shop. In the marsh, the board walk leading to the dock (and the gazebo) are not for guest use. Property Layout: Single story home: Open kitchen and living area with 40” Roku TV. Master Bedroom with a King bed, TV, and private bath with tiled shower. Bedroom with a Queen bed with TV/DVD. Den with seating, dining table and 60” Roku TV. Bath with tiled shower. Laundry alcove. Hallway cabinetry for additional storage.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Ocracoke. British Cemetery and Ocracoke Lighthouse 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.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Reserve your rental in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Ocracoke area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Ocracoke visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines have deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

How to choose the perfect rental home in Ocracoke:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your vacation dates, and select a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Terrapin Station: Lovely marsh views has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is generally accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Visiting for a single event? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Some properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Add the property manager's phone number to your phone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during check in. message the property manager right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your quiet neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to stimulate more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share 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 solve it.