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 outstanding 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 included. 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. 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

Rental home tips:

Get the most from your budget:

• Summertime is high season in the Ocracoke area. To find the best value, shift your family's Ocracoke trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Ocracoke area, The earlier your group can book, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Select a group leader, choose your dates, and select a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed 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 & types is normally available online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you reserve the property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You will need to work out what bed configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• Does your group require specific amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Traveling with pets? 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. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.

Some things to know before you go:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make sure that damages are not linked to your family's stay, note any problem areas when you arrive. Contact the rental manager right away to report your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, television set or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your home life. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a great vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.