The Back House: Quaint two bedroom Ocracoke Island cottage - Vacation rental home in Ocracoke, NC

About this Property

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

The Back House offers a pleasant walk or bicycle ride to Silver Lake Harbor, coffee stores, and eateries. Featuring a reverse floor plan, The Back House provides a private setting located at the rear of a sizable property on Back Road. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath: Bedroom with a Queen bed. Bedroom with two Twins. Full bath with shower only. Conveniences include central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless internet access, 1 Roku TV with apps. The kitchen offers a refrigerator, microwave, apartment-sized stove, and a coffee maker. Washer/Dryer (located in laundry shed). Sheets and towels are supplied. Beds are made for your arrival. The exterior offers a deck with seating, a dining table, and an electric grille. Modest screened porch. Outdoor hot/cold shower. No dishwasher. No Family Animals Accepted. No Smoking. min. parking for two cars only. Short Stays are available; there is a three-nighttime minimum, and these stays can be booked within two weeks of arrival. This home can be reserved in advance with any arrival and departure date mid-October through end of 2023, subject to a three nighttime minimum. During this time, short stays at this property can be booked months in advance. Property Layout: First Floor: Bedroom with Queen bed. Bedroom with two Twin Beds. Bathroom with shower only. Second Floor: Open kitchen, dining, and living area with TV. Detached Laundry Shed: Washer and Dryer.

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

Strategies to get the best vacation home experience:

When to book a Ocracoke rental & When to go:

• To get the best value, try changing your family's Ocracoke vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• In the Ocracoke area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Ocracoke visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have deals for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Make a plan and pick your prefectrental:

• To start, have your group choose the best dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. The Back House: Quaint two bedroom Ocracoke Island cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is often available online. If not, email the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.

During your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your stay, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. text the host immediately to record any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your life at home. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let burglars spoil your trip.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to compel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.