Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

Appreciate this waterfront home located on a modest canal leading to the Pamlico Sound. Once Upon A Tide offers a fabulous hideaway for kayakers and nature lovers. Savor expansive vistas of the shallow water canal, neighboring salt marsh, and maritime forest from the dock with bench seating. Unwind or dine on either the first-floor screened porch or second-floor deck, both offering outstanding vistas. Once Upon A Tide offers a reverse floor plan, modern furnishings, and fantastic vistas for true relaxation. A first-floor media room features an 80-inch flat-screen TV, surround sound system, and Blu-Ray DVD player. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths: First floor has 2 bedrooms each with a Queen and shared bath. Second floor Primary Bedroom with King, TV, and private bath with shower. A modest alcove on the first floor features a Pyramid Bunk Bed (Twin over Double) which offers flexible sleeping options (but does not allow occupancy over the 6 person limit). Conveniences include complimentary SpaceX Starlink high-speed satellite Internet service, central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, 2 TVs, and a Blu-ray DVD player. The kitchen includes a wine refrigerator. Washer and dryer. Pack-N-Play. High chair. The exterior offers a waterfront deck with bench seating and screened porch each with a picnic table, plus a picnic table located by the grille. Park style charcoal grille, hot/cold outdoor shower, and fish cleaning bench. Two tandem kayaks. Life jackets are not supplied, if you wish to rent them, please contact Ride The Wind Surf Shop. They will be happy to assist. Sheets and towels are supplied. Beds are made for your arrival. No Smoking. No Family Animals Accepted. Parking is limited to 2 cars. No partial stays. Property Layout: First Floor: Media Room with TV/DVD. Two Bedrooms, each with a Queen bed and shared Bath with tub/shower. Laundry closet. Second Floor: Open living, dining, and kitchen. Primary Bedroom with King bed, TV, and Primary Bath with shower stall. Hallway half bath.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. 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

Our top Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• Summer time is high season in the Ocracoke area. To get the best value, change your family's Ocracoke vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great weather, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guides contain money saving offers on local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Selecting the perfect vacation home in the Ocracoke area:

• Start by selecting potential vacation weeks and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a specific Ocracoke attraction you are enamored with, search for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or costs applied to your invoice.

More considerations:

• Add the owner's information to your phone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your visit, make note of any problem areas upon check in. Call the rental manager immediately to document any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect your property!
• When it's time to leave, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for 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 expeditiously to fix it.