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Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath, Pet friendly

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ocracoke, NC
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • British Cemetery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath, Pet friendly

Pet Friendly Suite in Ocracoke

3 story pastel orange beach house with white trim. A mile walk to the national park lifeguarded beach. This suite is located on the first floor and has a private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen bedroom. The entrance to this suite is through the main entrance of the house and then the door to the right with keypad entry. The bedroom is in a separate and private space to the rear of the suite. There is a door to close off the bedroom space from the kitchenette/living space.

**The listed rate covers up to 2 guests. Additional guests will be an additional $50 per guest, per stay

MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE

Pet fee is $50 per stay for well-behaved dogs not more than 50lbs (limit 2). **If pets are not marked and paid for at the point of booking, we reserve the right to cancel the booking at the point of check in without refund. Pets are not to be left unattended for long periods of time and must not disturb other guests while staying with us. Excessive barking or whining will not be tolerated.

Accommodations offer hair dryers, Smart televisions and starter rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee makers.

No smoking of any kind (no vapes, no e-cigs). Any evidence of smoking in the suite will incur a cleaning fee of $350. If you must smoke, please do so outside and away from other guests.

**IMPORTANT** Parking is a premium on Ocracoke and we only have 1 space available per suite. Please, no trailers or very large vehicles. Full size, 4-door, long-bed trucks and large SUVs (ex. Suburbans or Expeditions) will not fit in our parking area. They will be too long and/or too wide.

** Be aware that if you bring/rent a golf cart while you are staying with us you will need to park it behind your vehicle. An extension cord is available for charging.

Bicycles, golf carts and other 4x4 vehicles available for rent on the island. (Lots of options for rentals)

Ocracoke Beach Outfitters has beach gear, baby items, bicycles and other items for rent if you forget something for your stay. They are within walking distance of the house.
(ocracokebeachoutfitters.com)

The house sits in the middle of our little island 30 miles off the mainland accessible only by ferry boat or airplane.

There are 3 ferry lines that service this island. Cedar Island, Swan Quarter and Hatteras. Cedar Island and Swan Quarter vehicle ferries require reservations and a small fee (see the NC Ferry Reservations website to reserve your date and time). The Hatteras vehicle ferry is free and first-come, first-serve. You may have to wait in line at Hatteras. The schedule for all ferries and reservations for Cedar Island and Swan Quarter are on the NC Ferry website (ferry.ncdot.gov)

No franchises are allowed on island so most businesses are locally owned. Restaurants get their fresh seafood directly from the local fishermen daily.

There are various festivals and special events throughout the season. Check out the Ocracoke Observer community newspaper website or Facebook page for up to date information on restaurant openings/closings and special events.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a family friendly space with house rules and quiet hours posted in the rental agreement that you MUST read prior to booking. It's not a loud party house and OWNER reserves the right to cancel the booking (removing the guests), with or without refund, of any guests who do not abide by these house rules or demonstrate a lack of care towards the property or others while here.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from US Navy Beach Jumpers Memorial. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchenette in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchenette, patio and living room
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Within a 10-minute walk of US Navy Beach Jumpers Memorial and Deepwater Theater
Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath, Pet friendly offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ocracoke apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycles
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Unplug any appliances you plugged in (microwave, coffee pot, etc)
Wash and put away any dishes/utensils. (Don’t forget the coffee filter)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors; Code-enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00 pm – 7:00 am.
No smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes on the property
Dogs are not to be left alone in the suite. No excessive barking. There is a kennel available on West End Rd. (Sandy Paws Bed and Biscuit)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath, Pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 167 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was quick to respond to my user error in working the air conditioning units. The house was spotless. My son left his retainer and they contacted us and are mailing them to us. We will stay here again. The only thing to keep in mind is that the rain runs off the roof right on to the pathway into the house. Only a slight inconvenience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Very responsive owner and walkable to shops. The main drag is one block away which in the summer means walking gets you there almost as fast as your car. If you bring your pet, there is a nice small private backyard for potty breaks full of active tiny frogs which my pup loved. There is also a mature fig tree! The home is very organized between the four suites and everyone was respectful. We were in Suite 1 which is generously sized with a huge shower and its own outdoor side entrance, elevated away from the neighbor. That was really nice as I didn’t have to worry about who may be nearby when coming and going with the dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for 2 people

Check in was super easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michele W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Stayed in all 3 suites as a family. It met every need we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yearly visit

Great location. First time in 2 bedroom apt. Had friends visit for 2 of our 4 days. Host (Kelly) was so easy to contact and answered all our questions. Parking is very tight, but we knew this. All was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day Trip

Amazing trip at a beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meghann W.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls get away

My daughter and I stayed here to have a week away from stress and anxiety of life. We enjoyed the get away so much! The house was clean and inviting. Minutes away from everything! We will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mdupont62

Liked: Cleanliness

One day stay in Ocracoke

Very nice. Owners have put a lot of work into the property. Only suggestions is add a cutting board and dish rack for when dishes are drying. Overall great place. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Island Stay

Nice Location, beautiful place, nice pet friendly backyard, clean, quiet and relaxing. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocracoke Vacay

Good location and property. Clean and tidy. Walking distance to Howard’s Pub and 1718 brewery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

We really enjoyed our suite, the location of the property and the island itself as always.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location and comfortable quarters

I greatly enjoyed my stay, and Ocracoke is one of my favorite places.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well located, comfortable unit

This was a nice, clean and well located unit. TV had Netflix, but I suspect that may have been from a prior guest. Some noise from unit next door, dog barked when it heard us, and conversations could be heard as well. Nice shower, owner provided extension cord for charging golf cart.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryll R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Location!

The suite was much bigger than we thought it would be. Which was fantastic for the four of us! The location was perfect! And we were lucky to get Suite One… Where we had enough room in the driveway to park a six person golf cart. (We had a baby with us who had to be in a car seat.) I would say the only complaint would be that the cleaning staff does not seem to clean the floors. They sweep them… But you can’t walk barefoot on them or your feet will turn black. Other than that, we had a wonderful time! Check in and check out were very easy and the property managers are very communicative! I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in Ocracoke

Parking is tight but that’s how it is everywhere in Ocracoke. Place was clean and spacious for me, my husband, baby, and two dogs. Property manager is easy to get a hold of if needed. Location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

This place was perfect!!!! The owners and the property manager was excellent!!!! They even helped us out when our ferry got canceled because of tropical storm Debby and we had to stay again. Thank you so much!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute condo close to everything!

We truly enjoyed our stay. The condo was so clean when we first arrived, and had everything we needed. You wouldn’t know you were staying in a “studio” because we felt like we had plenty of space. Maria, who keeps the condos cleaned and stocked, was so sweet and I really enjoyed talking to her. She made sure we got extra towels/toilet paper when we needed them. The host was very responsive to all my questions and very accommodating. I will say that you do share walls with the other suites, and the first two nights we had very noisy neighbors who woke us up early, but that’s not the host’s fault. Just something to be aware of. There is a common room where they provide you drinking water as well as an awesome porch up front! And if you tell the host you’re renting a golf cart they will make sure you have an extension cord to charge it. We had such a wonderful vacation and I look forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

We were so blessed to find this gem for a last-minute, short getaway. Very clean, comfortable, easy check-in and out, great and friendly communication with owners and super cool AC! We will definitely be back! Hopefully sooner than later!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice but parking was sort of slack.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great stay

A delegation ghtful apartment, good security, and a great location overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaela W.

Weekend getaway

Very nice place to stay. Parking was tight but overall we had a great experience staying here. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024