Terrapin Station: Lovely marsh views!!! - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

As guests of Terrapin Station, you will savor a comfortable walk or bicycle ride to village stores, galleries, eateries and Silver Lake Harbor. A roomy rear den features seating and a dining table. A wall of windows overlooks the adjoining salt marsh. Feel gorgeous sunsets. Savor handsome marsh vistas, home to egrets, heron and other wildlife. The den offers a comfortable work area for your computer needs (computer not supplied) and a stereo with blue tooth for streaming and CD player. A modest rear deck offers an even closer view of nature. French doors in living area lead to a front covered porch, ideal for watching the world go by in this historic island neighborhood. Terrapin Station offers all new furnishings, appliances, and cabinetry. The completely new chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a gas stove. Keurig and standard coffee maker. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths: Master Bedroom with a King bed and private bath with tiled shower. Bedroom with a Queen bed. Bath with tiled shower. Conveniences include central heat and air conditioning (mini split system), complimentary wireless internet access, 4 Roku TVs. 1 DVD player. No cable or satellite service. Stack washer and dryer. The exterior offers a covered front deck and hot/cold outdoor shower. The rear deck overlooks the salt marsh offering a ideal getaway for nature photographers. A covered deck under the home offers a grilling station with charcoal grille and outdoor dining area with a picnic table, bench and rocking chairs. *This home does not provide linens. No Smoking. No Family Animals Accepted. min. 2 Vehicles (including covered parking for one car). Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum, and these stays can be booked within two weeks of arrival. Please Note: Paddleboards and kayaks that are secured under the home are NOT for guest use. Kayaks and paddleboards can be rented from Ride the Wind Surf Shop. In the marsh, the board walk leading to the dock (and the gazebo) are not for guest use. Property Layout: Single story home: Open kitchen and living area with 40” Roku TV. Master Bedroom with a King bed, TV, and private bath with tiled shower. Bedroom with a Queen bed with TV/DVD. Den with seating, dining table and 60” Roku TV. Bath with tiled shower. Laundry alcove. Hallway cabinetry for additional storage.

About the Area

Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. British Cemetery and Ocracoke Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Springer's Point Preserve and Pamlico Sound. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Ocracoke rental property booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• Summertime is high season in the Ocracoke area. Reserve your Ocracoke vacation in Fall or Spring months to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Ocracoke vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Some owners offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, property management companies supply Ocracoke area visitor guide magazines that include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and choosing your prefectrental:

• Select vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Terrapin Station: Lovely marsh views!!! has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before booking the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs could be applied to your invoice.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the owner's contact info to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• During arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let thieves spoil your trip.
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.