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Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 427.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

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 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly

New Owners and Recently updated (Sept 2023)
New mattresses, furniture and appliances

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 night, per guest.

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. (All guests are met in person for check in.) 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.

** 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 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.

** 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 transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

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

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs 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
  • 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
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 300 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
NC, Ocracoke

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 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly 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 mi (2 km).

Red Beard's Retreat Suite 2: Cozy 1QBR 1Bath, Q sleeper sofa, dog friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red Beard's Retreat Review
Overall the Red Beard's Retreat is a great, convenient, clean place to stay! It is within walking distance to the shops and restaurant's which makes life easy if you have your pet with you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house
The house was clean and roomy. Fairly close to everything in Ocracoke
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Clean, great location. Affordable stay in Ocracoke and dog friendly. Great yard for pet relief. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a short stay
We were only in Ocracoke for 3 nights and this place was perfect. It was a great location and we had several friends in the area who hosted us for larger dinners. The place is small if you’re spending much time there but for our use - sleep, breakfast and showers after the beach - it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

----Sherry -.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Ocracoke
Perfect location within walking distance to Howards Pub and the grocery store. Super quiet and clean apartment. Overall a great choice for a short or long getaway to Ocracoke.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, spacious, & easy check-in/out
Redbeard’s Retreat includes a few units in the same bldg, but they’re spacious. We stayed in Suite #2, which included a mud room, shower & separate water closet (i.e., toilet/sink), kitchenette, couch/large TV (w/ streaming access), small dining table, and bedroom. This was plenty room for me & my husband. It includes one parking space, behind which you may need to park your golf cart (if you rent one), but we had no problem with this. Also, the immediate area seems on the quiet side, which was nice after being out & about. The location is spectacular! It’s near Wheelie golf cart rentals, the Grocery/L-store, 1718 Brewery, Howard’s Pub, and The Breeze nightclub. It’s also near the beach end of the island. Communication with the host was great and the check-in/out process was super easy with no keys to worry about (keypad entry). I’m already looking at renting this unit again very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place
Very clean. Close to everything. We will definitely be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it here!
My husband and I stayed here with our dog for four nights and absolutely loved it. It was very clean, spacious and close to restaurants and shops. It’s tucked away from the main road which is nice that it didn’t feel crowded. Recommending this place to fam and friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bit of a disappointment
One small window unit air conditioner was trying to cool 3 rooms and fell woefully short of the mark. The bedroom ceiling fan squeaked so loud when running, it was not useable. The "kitchen area" was a bathroom type vanity in the living room with a couple wire shelves for a very small toaster oven and small microwave. No stove - 1 hotplate and a few random old pieces of cookware. Even yhough there was what appeared to be a very elaborate water fitration system, you are encouraged not to drink the water... there was a water cooler in the 'common' area for drinking and making ice. The bathroom was 'interesting. We were afforded 1 roll of toilet paper for 2 people for 5 days. Fortunately the island grocery store was right around the corner. Looks great from the outside - clearly that's where they spent their budget - on a nice deck and deck furniture. On a positive note, the ceiling fan in the 'living room was well balanced and didn't make noise. Just being honest - if you want to rough it, please disregard this review... Next year we'll seek other accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
My husband and I took a little trip for our anniversary, the room was just right, clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a quick visit!
Overall the place was perfect for what we needed! There was a miscommunication with the cleaning staff, so the place had not been fully cleaned at check-in, but the cleaning crew solved the issue without us ever having to contact the owner. All furniture was clean and comfortable. The bed frame is loud which made it difficult to bedshare with a toddler, but the mattress was comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
Perfect for my 2 dogs and myself
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location and great for pets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Awesome spot and great owners. Very attentive and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly
Was a nice place to stay on last minute weekend trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Teri M.

Average unit, nothing special
Needs attention to furniture, very worn. TV was maybe 17” only in bedroom too small to see if in bed! Only window a/c unit very stuffy. Bathroom had to exit room and cross hall and no a/c in utility room where bathroom was. This was not acceptable. Host was very nice but would not recommend , Location was also deal breaker Behind Henry’s Restaurant on outskirts of town. Not good location for walking to places. Thank goodness, I had family there so was not there but to sleep and bath, but for the price expect more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alli Mae C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
This place is perfect - right across from the main store and walking distance from everything! Eric was extremely friendly and helpful! Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and Convenient
Enjoyed being so close to start and finish lines at brewery for the race. Eric was super nice host and communicated with us on our arrival and the check in check out process. Simple and just what we needed for accommodations - nothing fancy - but comfortable enough and everything we needed for a couple days.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Clean, great location, property own was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill spot!
Simple as it gets!!! Host is friendly, hospitable and communicates well. The rental is easily accessible and just a walk from multiple great shops and restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Brendan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple and Comfortable
Nothing Special but was clean and comfortable. Owner was very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the stay and his kindness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mary G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Save yourself the money and just stay at the campsite
Where do I start..it was just plain awful! After 10 hours on the road we were ready for relaxation and got nothing but stress. From the 25 minute in person tour through this grungy, smoke smelling house to the weird inappropriate comments during the tour about the “party doors” and people walking around naked to the sheer dumbness of not knowing what “private entrance” means to the fact that our bathroom and shower were across the hall from our bedroom/kitchenette (by kitchenette I mean bathroom sink with a hot plate and all other plug in appliances.) so when you did shower/go to the bathroom you were greeted by other guests coming in and out. The pictures were SO deceiving. The vibes from the man who lives in the house had such weird vibes. Like he was so creepy. I have never had any issues with coming and staying at Ocracoke for the years we have been coming. I was stressing the whole time because we basically rented a house with other strangers. It’s not what you want to hear when you are wanting to get away. Save yourself the time and money and just avoid this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!
We so enjoyed our stay with you. It was exactly the laid back vacation we were needing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!
The property was well maintained. It fit our needs perfectly. Eric was great to deal with, very responsive. We love Ocracoke!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022