The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo

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Living area
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered area with a tiled roof, and a clear sky.
A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a sofa.
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.
A cozy living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a black door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Festival Park

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Manteo, NC
  • Place, Festival Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Outer Banks History Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Manteo

Located in Manteo, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall. North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Manteo, NC

What's nearby

  • Dare County Arts Council - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Festival Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Outer Banks History Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Roanoke Island Festival Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tale of the Whale - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vicki B's Restaurant & Market - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Austin House in Downtown Manteo located?

Located in the heart of Manteo, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Dare County Arts Council, Festival Park and Outer Banks History Center. Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Roanoke Island Festival Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the house was perfect for a wedding we were attending at the Elizabethan Gardens. It was a short walk to downtown as well. The house was clean and the host thought of everything. We will definitely come back to the Historic Austin House.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home in Manteo. Kitchen was stocked well although we did not do any cooking! We did not take advantage of the nearby pool as we were in the sound & the ocean. Easy access to everywhere we wanted to go. Beds were very comfortable & it felt like home! We highly recommend anyone staying here-we rented both floors of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage in the heart of Manteo. The house was clean, nicely decorated and the kitchen is well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage

This cottage was a great place to stay in the Manteo Area. The cottage was extremely clean and cozy. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cottage. Well maintained and very clean. Nice front porch that I enjoyed for relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2025
So glad you loved it, Theresa! Come visit again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage

We stayed for one night of our fall tour of NC. The house was really quite cozy . The style and decoration of this house did not disappoint. It was cleaned and very well maintained with all the things that we needed for our stay. It is an easy walk to the lighthouse and shops nearby. We enjoyed being able to see some of the historical sites on the island
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and convenient to everything!

This house was gorgeous and historic! We had a great stay. Walked downtown, drove to the beach, got ice cream from across the street. (The house is on a busy street but the yard is fenced.)We did need w&d use which the listing said was available but was not; however when I spoke with the host and explained why we needed it she was quick to understand and make it available. Just a heads-up to double check on this feature if needed! The host was kind, good at responding, and really seems to care that you feel at home. We really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank you, Erica! We’re happy you enjoyed the charm and location. Sorry again about the washer and dryer mix-up, we’ll make sure it’s all set for next time. Hope to see you back soon! ~Gia
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
The Austin House is well maintained from the yard to the interior. We only had access to two bedrooms, so no comment on the one upstairs with decks. It was a little too chilly to take advantage of the pool. The kitchen was well equipped; liked the reading room off kitchen; spacious and nicely decorated living room and bedrooms. It was nice to enjoy "happy hour" on the front gallery. The ONLY drawback: The house is located on the corner by a traffic light. On Friday and Saturday nights it was impossible to get any sleep before 1 a.m. due to the noisy traffic - especially the loud trucks that would blast off when the light changed! One of us resorted to sleeping in the living room and I would read in the library til 1 a.m. when the traffic noise would subside. If you are a light sleeper, this is not the weekend retreat for you. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Great history. Lovely neighborhood. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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