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Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Dining
Smart TV, books
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa


New Owners and Recently updated (Sept 2023)
New mattress
3 story pastel orange beach house with white trim. Less than a mile walk from the beach. This second-floor private suite has 1 queen bed and 1 full bath with private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen sleeper sofa. This space is located on the front of the house where there is a full 30ft covered porch. Great for a family of 4 or two couples looking to get away.

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

MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE – NO PETS ALLOWED ** No Pets this unit. See either of our other 2 suites if you want to bring a pet.

The entrance is located up the stairs on the left side of the deck to the second floor covered porch. Studio includes a queen bed, kitchenette with dining table for 4, seating area with queen sofa bed and smart TV. The only other living space on this floor is another studio on the rear of the house with its own entrance. No common spaces.

** ANY additional guests not marked and paid for at the point of booking, I reserve the right to cancel the booking at the point of check in without refund.

Accommodations offer a hair dryer, Smart television and starter rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Kitchenette includes apartment size refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, cookware/dishes/utensils, and a standard 12 cup coffee maker (filters provided)

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. Dispose of cigarettes properly (do not throw in the yard).

** Parking is a premium on Ocracoke and we only have 1 space available per suite. Please, no trailers or very large vehicles. ** Let us know if you will bring/rent a golf cart while you are staying with us.

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 all the fish markets and restaurants are locally owed as are most all the businesses, family owned and operated. 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 (ocracokeobserver.com) or Facebook page for up to date information on restaurant openings/closings and special events. This house sits within walking distance to it all.

You must text when you get on your ferry to establish an estimated arrival time for check in. ** NO CHECK INS AFTER 7:30PM WITHOUT SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS **

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..

Property manager

Kelly and Ron Gardner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

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
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 495.1 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Ocracoke, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 18 min walk
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 19 min walk
  • Ocracoke Preservation Museum - 19 min walk
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 20 min walk
  • British Cemetery - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SmacNally's Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing Ocracoke - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Deepwater Theater and Outer Banks Beaches. Ocracoke Lighthouse and Ocracoke Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Red Beard's Retreat Suite 3 - Private 1QBR 1Bath 2nd floor suite, Q sleeper sofa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
Red Beard's Retreat is a definite do over. Room was perfectly equipped and location was great for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RODNEY S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for a relaxing getaway!
Comfortable, Clean, Quiet, and Welcoming!! My wife and I really enjoyed our stay and Kelly was great at responding to any questions i had. We will definitely stay here again next time we take a trip to Ocracoke.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yoshiko M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocracoke stay
Good location quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on Ocracoke
What a great getaway! The property was exceptionally clean and the bed was very comfortable. Great location tucked away from the main road and close enough to the beach, stores and restaurants. Perfect place to relax on Ocracoke!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great place and great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

R M., Holly Springs, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful accommodations
Came for the weekend. Perfect location for trips to the beach and walking around. Great host communication. Clean and spacious accommodations. Will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We Recommend Red Beard’s!
Red Beard’s is a very nice property and we would stay again. We expected a little more cooking capability in kitchenette, but it was fine. We brought a grill and griddle. We cooked and ate on the specious front porch. Parking is tight if other guests have large vehicles, which they did during our stay, and the neighbor across the street parallel parks. The owner was very easy to contact and was responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet D., Bath, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2024 Ocracoke
Nice suite had what we needed for a comfortable trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Awesome classic ocracoke stay parking is tight but house is clean and up to date will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthia f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
it was bigger than expected, super clean and the shower was really big. Whenever I go back to Ocracoke this will be my first choice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red Beard review
Apt 3, on 3rd floor. The building appeared to be under some construction as materials were laying around on the ramp and deck. Parking is a challenge with larger vehicles. Overall, place was clean and right in village area for biking places. Would stay here again. Never contacted property management for anything so 5 star rating to submit review.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
The place was very nice. The only complaints was the access road and parking. But it wasnt that bad for the small island. The AC was nice and cold and the place was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway spot!
Great spot, local to lots of food and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Conveniently located and everything you need!
Ocracoke in the early spring is always a treat and this visit did not disappoint. Red Beard's Retreat is a little gem one block off Hwy 12 across from the village Variety store. Our unit was comfortably furnished and check-in was seamless. We had everything we needed and the housekeeper, Maria, lived upstairs and was always available to answer any questions we had. It was obvious that much time and thought went into the furnishing and design of the unit. We plan to visit again next year and hopefully, we'll be able to book our unit again at Red Beard's Retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vance F., Limerick, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location
The property was nice, very clean and owner was very accommodating. The already nice place had plans for even more improvements. We were there for a wedding and would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitch C.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd go around
Eric has been a good host both times we have stayed with him
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little studio rental for a couple
Eric’s condo was great for my husband and I to get away for the weekend. We were able to walk to everything in town (1/2ish mile walk), brewery 1718 and Howard pub are just around the corner and driving to the lifeguarded beach is a quick few minutes away! Mini fridge was all that was needed for us as it was just the weekend and we ate dinner out but enough room for drinks and lunch items. Not much for cooking but didn’t need that. The balcony was great! Eric was easy to communicate with and gave us a full run down upon arrival which was great! He has some beach things and bikes for guests to use. The condos are apart of his home but all have their own entrance, common stairway. Overall a great place for a couple to stay. Thanks Eric!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rain and shine 🍹
The house was well maintained, and had every necessity we could need. Eric was such a sweet host. I’d highly recommend staying at the Simmons residence.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taste of the Island
Our family of 4 spent a couple of days on the island for Father’s Day. This condo was the perfect size and location! We can’t wait to come back and spend more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short trip
We decided to take a quick vacation. Everything was great. The owner was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Ocracoke
Eric’s property is perfect for chillin in Ocracoke. Centrally located near everything you want to do. He has all the beach and fishing toys you could imagine. There is a grocery store and tons of restaurants and bars a couple of minutes walk. So when you’re ready to go to the “End of the World”this is the spot. Thanks again Eric, hope to see you soon. Jeff J SF,CA
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and comfortable
Great host, great location. Host has lots of extras available at no extra charge
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom G., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay in Ocracoke!
This property is centrally located and Eric has a number of toys for use (bikes, beach blankets, chairs, etc.). The ability to just hop-on a bike is wonderful! Eric is a great communicator and the place is exactly as described. Our 4th year in a row!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindy A., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Everything you need for a beach vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022