Soundfront Inn: Spacious historic home with beach on Pamlico Sound - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Located at the end of a winding lane, The Soundfront Inn is located on a cavernous, historic property on the shores of the Pamlico Sound. This older home transports you to a 'by gone era'. You are invited to return to a simpler time. The Soundfront Inn retains much of its original appeal. Antiques and local decor combined with tasteful remodeling add to the ambiance of your stay. Take a vacation to 'yesteryear'. To enhance the ‘old Ocracoke charm’, the owners have not installed telephones or cable. With plenty of windows to let in the breeze, there is NO AIR CONDITIONING. Appreciate memorable times with family and friends at this sizable and roomy home, yet comfortable enough for a modest family. Whether seeking a private getaway or a favorite area to gather, the generous selection of interior spaces, indoor and outdoor porches, decks and enormous yard are sure to delight. Savor elegant sunsets and find comfort in the sound of waves reaching the close by shore. A 300' beach on the Pamlico Sound completes this fascinating property. Walk or bicycle to village stores, galleries and eateries. Take a walk to Silver Lake Harbor or walk the sandy trails and shoreline of the close by Springer's Point Nature Preserve. For those that find comfort in history, location and nature, The Soundfront Inn welcomes you. 6 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: 1 with Queen, 2 with a Double, 3 with two Twins. One bath with a tub, one with a shower stall. Conveniences include ceiling fans and a fan in every bedroom. The kitchen features a commercial 6 burner Vulcan gas stove. Player piano. Minimal heat available. Gas heater in living area and dining area only. Washer and dryer. The exterior offers screened porches and plenty of covered porch space with porch rockers. The screened porch off the lower level bedroom offers an outdoor clawfoot tub. Enjoy a huge hot/cold outdoor shower, gas grille and fish cleaning bench. There is no dock, but it is possible to anchor a modest boat or launch kayaks from this property. *This home does not provide linens. NO AIR CONDITIONING. No TV, No Cable or Satellite. No DVD or Stereo. No Internet Access. No Smoking. No Family Animals Accepted. Limit of 3 cars. No Partial Stays. Property Layout: First Floor: Kitchen, Dining Room and Living Room. Sun Porch. Master Bedroom with Queen and Bath with claw foot tub/shower. Laundry Room. Second Floor: Two bedrooms, each with a Double bed. Three bedrooms, each with two Twin beds. Sun Porch. Bath with shower.

About the Area

Located in Ocracoke, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Ocracoke Lighthouse and British Cemetery are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hatteras Landing Marina and Teach's Lair Marina. 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

Tips to get the perfect Ocracoke rental home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best value, shift your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warm weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Ocracoke area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, 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.

Planning, picking, and booking the best Ocracoke rental:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Soundfront Inn: Spacious historic home with beach on Pamlico Sound has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before reserving the home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to determine what configuration is right for your group.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask your host about your furry family members before booking.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your family's stay, note any problem areas during check in. E-mail the rental manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.