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Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village

Cottage in Ocracoke with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Little House by the Ferry
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6113.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 pet max, no puppies & not allowed on furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not smoke inside the cottage.

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ocracoke

Located in Ocracoke, this cottage is near the beach. Hatteras Landing Marina and Teach's Lair Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Springer's Point Preserve. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Ocracoke, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • British Cemetery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Deepwater Theater - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SMacNally's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Oyster Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocracoke Island: Beautiful cottage in the village located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is steps from Ocracoke Preservation Museum and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Outer Banks Beaches. Ocracoke Island Visitor Center and Fort Ocracoke Monument are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. We especially appreciated that the cottage was accessible for my friend who has mobility issues. The screened in spaces allowed us to enjoy the sea air without the mosquitos. The kitchen is small but functional.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved every minute of our week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax. The back porch is private, shaded and a perfect place to chill. The owner was easy to work with and very responsive. The house is private, but close to everything. You can walk to shops and restaurants. The kitchen is well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

A W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

Great host to work with and great spot . Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay by the ferry!

The description was accurate, great spot on the island, and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Murray family

This was the perfect spot for our family ocracoke getaway. Within walking distance to restaurants, shops and the village of ocracoke. We loved the charm and the privacy. We look forward to future stays here :).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house

Great house in nice and quiet location. Loved the screened porch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun times

The house is perfect! Cozy and comfortable!! We love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute BEST!

We were in love with this sweet
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Stayed 2 nights for a charter on the Gecko the house was nice size and accommodated 6 people perfectly. It was very quiet and secluded which we enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Ocracoke Cottage

We loved everything about this adorable cottage! It was well stocked and had lovely decor. There are four bedrooms and a fenced in yard for dogs. The screened porch is prefect for morning coffee and listening to the birds. There is privacy all around and in such a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Ocracoke cottage

This cottage was perfect for our little family getaway at Thanksgiving. It’s well laid out, has all you need to be comfortable and relax in a nature surround environment. Will definitely recommend to friends and return for a second stay. The wind was blustery during our stay, but we were toasty warm the entire time. Look forward to a warm weather visit so we can enjoy the lovely screened porch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harmony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful every time

This was our fourth stay at this location and there are so many reasons we keep coming back! We love the feel of this home, the location, and everything about it. We noticed that the bathroom has been updated since our last visit and it’s looking especially nice. This stay was every bit as lovely as our past stays. I’m sure we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam V., Beaufort, NC

Private, comfortable, convenient

We appreciated that out of every window and door in the living/dining room was a beautiful natural view. The trees provided more privacy than one would expect on Ocracoke. Comfortable furnishings, comfortable beds. We enjoyed our visit and recommend the little house by the ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Lacey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

First time at Ocracoke and it was a good experience. The little house by the ferry was not exactly new and up to date but it was clean and good for a beach house. It was a hassle to have to bring bedding with us but understand why it was needed. If your looking for laid back atmosphere and family friendly, it’s a great choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Meredith K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week!

The Little House By the Ferry was perfect for myself and my family. We were able to use the bikes every day and loved how it was so close to Smacnally’s while still feeling tucked away. Even got to take a short little walk to the fig festival. Would definitely stay again! The only suggestion/request I have is for sheets and towels to be provided. It wasn’t a massive hassle, just would’ve been way more convenient. Thanks LHBTF!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John and Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and comfortable cottage

The cottage is super cute and was perfect for our family of six. I thought there was only one twin bed listed when booking, but there are actually two queens, one full, and three twins. It was so nice not to hear kids complaining about having to share a bed with a sibling! The home is beautifully furnished with comfortable beds and couches. My husband and daughter loved the screened-in porch and spent hours there. The kitchen is small but nicely equipped with one big exception. There were only four bowls so we ended up buying some styrofoam bowls at the grocery store - not a huge deal. It would have been nice to have more plates too. My family also liked riding the bikes. We’ve stayed in lots of beach houses, and this cottage was the first to have any bikes maintained as well as rental bikes. The cottage is close to shops so it was easy to bike or walk most places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Did not enjoy our stay

We can see that this cottage was likely once quite lovely and we appreciated such a large space in paradise. However, it appears that the property has been neglected. When we entered the hallway smoke detector was chirping. Since we could not find a battery, we removed it. When we went to leave the cottage, we discovered that the exterior door would not lock. Though the owner responded, the problem was not resolved. The hot water in the only bathroom had been turned off because it leaked and the toilet did not flush as the water tank was empty. There was black mold under the sink and on the window in the shower. The heating vent in the bedroom blew directly on our faces while we tried to sleep. As a tip to other renters, you will need to bring your own linens and bath towels. We missed this in the description but, for the cost of the property, were quite surprised to find these things missing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location
For the price and cost of cleaning linens should be provided
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marsh Pierce

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Vacationing out west in Utah.

Why they chose this property

We have been visiting Ocracoke for 20 years and just love it. It is so relaxing and the people are so friendly. Finally we were able to find the perfect property in a great location near all the shops and restaurants.

What makes this property unique

Relaxation, Relaxation and more Relaxation!!!

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