Heart's Desire is a perfect spot for your next Ocracoke family vacation. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

Heart's Desire is a cavernous home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the main floor. The loft upstairs adds additional sleeping accommodations making this home ideal for a group of 6 or less. The huge kitchen is ideal for cooking up your local catch. The open concept living/dining room provides plenty of room to watch TV or play games. The screened porch is the ideal secluded spot for reading a book or appreciating your morning coffee. Heart's Desire is a Saturday turn day property located in the Jackson Dunes area. Linens and towels are not supplied with this property so bring your own or ask about our linen units.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Rental property booking tips:

How to get the best value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the largest rental home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular attractions. 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 the beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your family qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Ocracoke visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines contain discounts for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Choosing the perfect vacation home in the Ocracoke area:

• To start, have your family commit to a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Heart's Desire is a perfect spot for your next Ocracoke family vacation. has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking websites. If not, call the property management company before you book your rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• If there's an individual Ocracoke attraction you love, look for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

More considerations for your visit:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors bothering your peace. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to inspire future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, 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 owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.