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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Beach nearby
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Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ocracoke, NC
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • British Cemetery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬

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About the area

Ocracoke

Close to the beach.At this cottage, you'll be steps from Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Fort Ocracoke Monument. Ocracoke Island Visitor Center and British Cemetery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocracoke Preservation Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • British Cemetery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪SmacNally's Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing Ocracoke - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village

45 Mary Ann Drive:

At "Little House by the Ferry" you can relax in hammocks and hear the ferry boats tooting their horns coming and going out of the harbor. Located near Silver Lake Harbor where all the restaurants and shops are located, you will find it easy to stroll or bike from this convenient location.

This charming 3 Bedroom (plus bonus bunk room) 1 Bath cottage has undergone a complete renovation and addition during the Spring of 2009. You will love the professionally decorated cottage decor. There are 2 hammocks for relaxing, a fenced-in dog yard, dishwasher and washer and dryer. While there is only one full bath, there is an exceptional outdoor shower with a star-filled sky above. You will never want to shower indoors again.

The large screened-in porch has vaulted ceilings and big views of open space which makes for a very private setting.

Bonus Items: We have bikes, sand chairs, beach umbrellas and boogie boards you are welcome to use. These items are not a part of the lease because we cannot guarantee they will all be in good working order at the time of your stay. It seems like there is always a bike or two out of commission at any given time.

Most of Ocracoke Island is owned by the National Park Service and there are no cottages located at the beach front. Little House by the Ferry is located in the village about a mile and a half from the beach. If you have a four wheel drive you can drive out on the beach. You can also drive or ride bikes to the life guarded beach and walk over the dunes to the beach.

Our cottage is now on city water which provides great water pressure and makes the our shower absolute heaven!

Maximum of 6 people.
Maximum of 3 parking spaces.
Maximum of 1 pet with $100 Pet Fee. (well behaved please)

Check-in time is 3:00 PM and Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

We hope you love "Little House by the Ferry" as much as we do.

Lynn & Marsh Pierce
Raleigh, North Carolina

PS. Please don't forget to bring sheets, pillow cases and towels. Comforters and blankets are provided.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Marsh Pierce

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Please do not smoke inside the cottage.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,225 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 pet max, no puppies & not allowed on furniture.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 204 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lexi W.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage

Loved the house and the surroundings, very peaceful and beautiful! Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stop on Lighthouse Tour

This charming house is tucked away on a quiet lane, yet convenient to all the fun. Bikes are provided to aid in exploration. It is easy to stroll to see a sunset over the sound. Terrific getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyssa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

It was easy to find the house when arriving. The house was even nicer in person. The list of suggestions given to us by host made the stay even more enjoyable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

This is an idyllic property and the perfect place to stay to experience Ocracoke Island. We had a great time and were sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot!

We had a blast. Had everything you need for a good time. Rent a golf cart and you are all set!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Obx

Was everything as promised…. Very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as described

Lovely visit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Laid back first timers on Ocracoke

We stayed at The Little House by the Ferry for Spring Break and had a really nice time. The house was the beach cottage feel we expected from the description. The location was walkable or easy to access via golf cart any of the island but in a quiet area without foot or vehicle traffic. Our stay was cut short due to a death in the family but we enjoyed our stay very much and appreciated Marshall’s instructions and help when needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat.

We have stayed at a few ocracoke properties this one is now our favorite. Perfect for our family of four! The screened in porch is a must for Ocracoke and we enjoyed most of our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outer Banks Exploration

A quick trip to introduce Ocracoke to family who moved to North Carolina two years ago. They had never been to the Outer Banks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great holiday cottage get-away

Little House by the Ferry was exactly as described. We wanted a weekend holiday get-away in the off-season and this trip hit the mark. The cottage is as shown in the photos and description. Since it was off-season and only a few on-island amenities were open, it was nice to have the little kitchen details like coffee filters, salt, pepper, etc. The cottage is in a very quiet area and easy walking distance to most places. Morning coffee on the screened porch with bird watching and lazy naps in the afternoon in the porch hammock. It is near a camp ground, which did not have any visitors at the time we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Place in Ocracoke

Quiet, clean place within walking distance to everything. We would come here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

karen c.

Has a few needs

Couldn’t access internet for several days and several areas need repair with broken windows and rot. Outside also needs repair and updating.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

A W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super comfy stay

Great location. Super host. Wonderful accommodations. Highly recommend. Hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little house by the ferry

The house is tastefully decorated. Very convenient with everything you need including equipment to enjoy the beach. Very private and location is great. We love to stay here . This is our second stay here and plan to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness

No sheets or towels

This is a great house but the description does not adequately say you must provide your own towels AND sheets. Dampened an otherwise great stay. There were a couple of beach towels .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pleasant cottage on Ocracoke

We had a wonderful stay at Marsh's cottage on Ocracoke and he was an excellent and generous host. The home was as advertised, with comfortable space for the four of us to visit for two nights. As requested, we brought our own sheets and towels, and while we did have a little trouble following the directions to the cottage, once settled we appreciated the location for its proximity to the ferry from Cedar Island and the village. It was lovely there in mid-October, warm enough but not hot as in the busy season. We found great restaurants and enjoyed the beach and other attractions. A relaxed and friendly setting and since we needed only two of the four bedrooms, we had the extra rooms for storing our luggage. Marsh was very responsive when we needed guidance and truly went beyond the call of duty.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

elaine s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest place ever

My grandsons absolutely loved this place. Plan on returning. The whole island is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Paradise

Had a wonderful time with my family. So peaceful, perfectly tucked away and convenient to everything. Can’t wait to rebook for next year 😎👍
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private cottage

Nice cottage, very close to Ocracoke ferry and attractions but on a quiet street hidden away from the traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Trip

The Little House by the Ferry was perfect for our group and for our visit to Ocracoke. It was very well appointed, cozy as a warm blanket, and in a great location. The neighborhood lizards even stopped by to entertain us this morning before we left. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it for anyone wanting affordable luxury in a private home. Thanks!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway at Little House on the Ferry

Our stay in Ocracoke exceeded expectations. The house offers anything you may need for your stay. Our Hosts thought of everything. You can tell a lot of love went into this home. It's walking distance to most anything you want to see, eat, or drink! After a day of walking the village, the screened in porch is the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the evening. Find the little photo album on the shelf in the Kitchen and see the remarkable amount of work that went into the renovations of this house. Amazing. The Whale wallpaper is a fabulous touch! We will definitely stay here again, Thank you Marsh and Lynn!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short overnight

Tropical storm cost us one night on property, forgot our linens and the landlord was super kind to advise us of the secret stand by linens inside which saved us from shopping the variety store our only day on the island. The house is charming. The porch particularly so. There are neighbors only on two sides so feels super private. Very short walk to Silver Lake. Would definitely repeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024