'Skipper Suite' Bluff Shoal Motel - Room 6

Skipper Suite (Room 6) at the historic Bluff Shoal Motel is your laid-back Silver Lake escape in the heart of Ocracoke Village. Ideal for couples or a small family, the suite features a king bed and a ceramic tub/shower bath, along with WiFi, cable TV, microwave, mini fridge, and Keurig. Relax on the front porch or head to the private pier and harbor deck for boat-watching, wildlife, and unforgettable Silver Lake views.



No pets. Non-smoking.



The space



Welcome to Skipper Suite – Room 6 at the charming, historic Bluff Shoal Motel, tucked beneath shady oak trees in the center of Ocracoke Village along iconic Silver Lake—a waterfront setting with views you’ll treasure. The motel also features a new community back deck and the return of the beloved harbor/waterfront deck—perfect for relaxing and watching the village harbor come to life.



Enjoy the simple convenience of parking right at your door, then unwind with a book or a little people-watching from the open front porch. When you’re ready for classic Ocracoke scenery, stroll over to the harborside deck to spot wildlife, watch boats glide across Silver Lake, and soak up the golden-hour glow over the water.



In the room



· King Bed

· Full bath: tub + shower

· Complimentary Wi-Fi

· Mini refrigerator

· Microwave

· Flat-screen TV + cable

· Keurig coffee maker

· A/C + heat

· Partial Harbor View



On the property (shared)



· Waterfront / harbor viewing area (deck / dock vibe for boat-watching)

· Private community pier

· Community grill (charcoal grill)

· Private backyard, waterfront outdoor seating + open front porch hangout

· Park-at-your-door convenience



Neighborhood + Amenities Near Bluff Shoal Motel | Ocracoke Village • Silver Lake Harborfront



Coffee Shops + Cafés



Ocracoke Coffee Company – 9 min walk

The Magic Bean Coffee Bazaar – 12 min walk

Sweet Tooth + Fig Tree Bakery (espresso + pastries) – 17 min walk

The Slushy Stand (espresso drinks too!) – 6 min walk



Ice Cream + Treats



Ocracoke Fudge & Ice Cream Shop – 6 min walk

The Slushy Stand (ice cream, slushies, waffle cones) – 7 min walk

Sweet Tooth + Fig Tree (ice cream + homemade fudge) – 17 min walk



Groceries + Essentials



Ocracoke Variety Store & True Value Hardware — 950 Irvin Garrish Hwy

ABC Store (liquor) — beside the Ocracoke Variety Store



Restaurants + Bars



MacNally’s Bar & Grill — 2 min walk

El Mariachi – 2 min walk

Stockroom Street Food – 2 min walk

Flying Melon Café – 9 min walk

Ocracoke Oyster Company — 12 min walk

Howard’s Pub & Raw Bar — 17 min walk

1718 Brewing — 17 min walk



Shops + Local Finds



Books to be Red (books + pottery gifts) – 4 min walk

Over the Moon (gift boutique) – 6 min walk

Moonraker Tea Shop (tea + gifts) – 10 min walk

Little Rituals OBX (holistic boutique) – 10 min walk

Annabelle’s Florist & Antiques – 6 min walk



Sights + Strolls (walkable)



Deepwater Theater — 5 min walk

Ocracoke Island Visitor Center — 6 min walk

British Cemetery — 7 min walk

Ocracoke Lighthouse — 9 min walk

Springer’s Point Preserve — 13 min walk



Water + Adventure (basically next door)



Schooner Windfall II — 150 ft

Coyote Music Den — 200 ft

Ocracoke Wave Runners — 350 ft

Silver Lake (harborfront) — 650 ft

Ocracoke Parasail Inc. — 750 ft

Outer Banks Beaches — 1.5 mi

Ocracoke Beach Fires (allowed w/ permit) – 1.7 miles to Ocracoke Day Use Area beach

Banker Ponies (Ocracoke Pony Pens) – 6 miles up Hwy 12



Guest access



Guests have private access to their assigned room or apartment, with convenient parking near the unit. During your stay, you’re also welcome to enjoy all shared Bluff Shoal spaces, including:



· Open 'Southern Style' Front Porch

· Harbor/Waterfront Deck with Marina View

· Community Park Grill

· Outdoor Picnic Table Dining

· This rooms features direct access to the back deck, perfect for enjoying the fresh air and relaxing outdoors right from the comfort of your room.



Our Private Pier on Silver Lake—perfect for coffee, boat-watching, sunsets, and spotting wildlife.



These outdoor areas are shared with other guests, so we appreciate everyone keeping things tidy and respectful.



Please note: Bluff Shoal is a non-smoking property and pets are not permitted.



Other things to note



Questions Before You Book?



We’re happy to help — send us a message anytime! Whether you need help planning your trip, have questions about the motel, or want our recommendations for local food and fun, we’re here to make your stay exceptional.