Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This phenomenal historic bungalow is tucked down a modest village lane off Lighthouse Road. Savor a short walk to the close by Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer's Point Nature Preserve, or Silver Lake Harbor. Mattie Midgett Cottage is located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, with stores, galleries, eateries, and other village activities within pleasant walking or cycling distance.

This village home offers a taste of old Ocracoke-style living with the convenience of a modern home. Beadboard walls and wood floors combined with the occasional antique furnishings make this home a really exceptional blend of yesterday and today. Unwind on the comfortable screened porch or in the pleasant backyard.

3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths: 1 Bedroom with Queen, 1 with Double, 1 with Bunk. The max. occupancy is five people, including kids.

Conveniences include central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless Internet access, cable TV, and DVD player. Washer and dryer.

Sheets and towels are supplied. Beds are made for your arrival.

The exterior offers a huge screened front porch, hot/cold outdoor shower, and park-style charcoal grille.

No Smoking. No Family Animals Accepted. min. five people, including kids. Limit of 2 cars.

Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum.


Property Layout:

Single story home: Living room with TV, kitchen, and dining area. One bedroom with Queen bed. One bedroom with Double bed. One bedroom with Bunk bed. Full bath with shower stall. Half bath with stackable washer/dryer.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve, while Deepwater Theater and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are cultural highlights. 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

Our top Vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Find your best deal:

• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in the Ocracoke area. To get the best value, shift your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and reduced traffic. 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 and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, rental management companies supply Ocracoke area travel guides which include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Ocracoke visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the best rental:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you book the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

Advice for a terrific stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of issues.
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Make a record of any issues with the property during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if a dispute is filed.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to drive future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best rental 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 fix it.