Serendipity: Historic Home with Modern Conveniences - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

This inviting, historic, Island bungalow charmingly blends the appeal of old Ocracoke with the modern amenities of today. Elegantly landscaped, Serendipity offers a peaceful getaway at which you can relax and relax. Cedar shakes and old pine floors throughout combined with an abundance of beadboard only serves to enhance the ambiance. One lot back from Silver Lake Harbor, Serendipity offers harbor access via an easement to the shared boat dock. Your shared dock provides 50 AMP Electric Service and Water. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths: 1 with King, 1 with Queen, 1 with two Twins. 3 bathrooms each with shower only. Conveniences include central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless internet access, and 2 flat panel cable TVs. Washer and dryer. Sheets and towels are included. Beds are made for your arrival. The exterior offers shared boat dockage on Silver Lake Harbor with 50 AMP Electric Service, water and fish cleaning bench. Covered porch and ground level deck, hot/cold outdoor shower, shared park style charcoal grille along with a gas grille which is available to both Serendipity and the neighboring Sea Moor Lake guests. No Smoking. Parking for 3 cars. Not Pet Friendly. No Family Animals or Service Animals of any kind are allowed in this home. For information please visit our Guest Information “Vacationing with a Pet” on our website. Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum, and these stays can be booked within two weeks of arrival. Property Layout: First Floor: Living Room with TV. Eat-in Kitchen and Dining Area. Primary Bedroom with King bed, TV and Primary Bath with shower. Second first floor Bath with shower. Stackable washer/dryer in kitchen. Second Floor: Bedroom with Queen bed. Bedroom with two Twin beds. Bath with shower.

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. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Ocracoke rental experience:

When to go & When to reserve a Ocracoke rental home:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking your vacation home in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Ocracoke area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Ocracoke visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Finding the best vacation rental:

• Select a group leader, select your dates, and choose a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Serendipity: Historic Home with Modern Conveniences has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Ocracoke vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your contract.

During your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Note any issues with the property during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute arises.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check garages, decks, and cabinets 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.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on good feedback to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. 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.