Saunder's Cottage offers an open floor plan and has lots of outdoor space. - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Cottage

This modern island home has an open floor plan downstairs, vaulted ceilings in the great room and bedrooms, handsome wood trim, roomy kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. There are three decks and two screened-in porches with rocking chairs and deck swings. The upstairs deck/porch offers vistas across the marsh to the ocean. The main floor offers an open kitchen, two dining areas, a comfortable living area, working office space and den that can be closed off with French doors. The den can be converted into an additional sleeping space with both a double and queen-sized futon. Freshen up after a day at the beach in the outdoor shower. This Saturday turn day property does not provide linens or towels, please inquire about rental options.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this cottage. Hatteras Landing Marina and Teach's Lair Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit 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

Finding the best Ocracoke vacation home experience:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Ocracoke area. To find the best value, shift your trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• 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 family before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Ocracoke area visitors guide magazines which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Ocracoke visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting the best vacation home in Ocracoke:

• Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Saunder's Cottage offers an open floor plan and has lots of outdoor space. has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is bringing pets, search for a property that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Considerations for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many issues.
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• To make sure that damages aren't attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. message the host right away to relay any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an excellent resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and look for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.