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Last minute April Opening

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New Queen Size Sleeper Sofa is super comfy.
Large and comfy side chair perfect for a family gathering
Copious amount of beach and Ocracoke themed books for you to enjoy
Outdoor swing and sofa are perfect for early morning coffee or nighttime chats
Large, airy screened in porch will give you hours of enjoyment in any weather.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocracoke, NC
  • British Cemetery
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Hatteras, NC (HNC)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Last minute April Opening

Pearl is a Hidden Gem in the Village. When you enter you will see the main house to the right. You will enter the Kitchen area of our home. The kitchen offers an open concept to the living and dining area so that as the "resident chef" you can feel included in all the conversation with your friends and family. As you will see the Kitchen has a center island for the sink and dishwasher.

The living space offers all new furniture such as the pull out sofa (Queen) with lovely, crisp cotton sheets. You will be able to enjoy Netflix on the new Roku TV, but, as always, why watch TV when you can be out enjoying the Ocracoke views !!

There are 2 bedrooms for you to choose from. The one on your left as you enter the hallway is a brand new Beauty Rest Double bed with a lovely antique Pine dresser. The ceiling fan and mini-split heat pump will ensure that you or your guest sleep well at their own temperature.

The bedroom to the right, the Master, features a new Beauty Rest Queen bed, with cooling mattress cover. Also noted in the room for your sleeping comfort is a ceiling fan and your own mini-split heat pump as well. The 2 antique old English Pine dressers are here for you to place. your belongings in so that it feels just like home !

The center hall bathroom has just experienced a "from the sand up" renovation, all the while saving as much of the original structure as we could. We know that you will love the original Bead Board ceilings and new Ship Lap walls !! What are our 2 favorite features in the bathroom??? The deep Cast Iron soaking tub and the electric wall heater !! We know this will give you hours of enjoyment as you rest after a busy day exploring the wild beaches of Ocracoke !!

And the porch !!!! What an absolute delight you will experience with the large sofa and swing !! The wide expanse of the porch is perfect for early morning coffee and late night chats with those you have allowed to come with you on this adventure.

Our personal favorite is the outdoor shower --- After enjoying an outdoor shower you will have a hard time going inside to shower. With overhead coverage in case of rain or chilly weather, the full door gives your most modest guest to enjoy the experience. One thing to be mindful of with the pipes in this historic home, someone might get chilly if both showers and dish washer are running at the same time.

All of the yard space are yours to enjoy ! The fenced in yard is perfect for any gathering, including your pet. We do ask that all pet waste is removed from the yard as no one wants to put a toe into anything left behind!

Can you see yourself in our cottage? We can, as long as you promise to be neat, tidy and respectful of a place that is so dear to us !

Property manager

Jennifer Rosecrans

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please be thoughtful w/heavy shedders
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Ocracoke

Located in Ocracoke, this cottage is on a lake. Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Deepwater Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hatteras Landing Marina and Teach's Lair Marina. 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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Ocracoke, NC

What's nearby

  • British Cemetery - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocracoke Preservation Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪SmacNally's Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing Ocracoke - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Last minute April Opening pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Last minute April Opening?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Last minute April Opening?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Last minute April Opening located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from British Cemetery and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Outer Banks Beaches. Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Ocracoke Island Visitor Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Get away and relaxation

Excellent host great location and exactly what we needed thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley R.

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

Wonderful Weekend Getaway

The Pearl is a cute cottage in the middle of the village. Our family of 4 enjoyed our weekend shelling, sitting on the screened porch & playing cornhole. When you need to unplug and reset this is where you want tgo!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy T.

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

Wonderful spot

A perfect tidy cute place right in the middle of the Ocracoke village. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

The Grey Pearl, an excellent stay!

The house was everything described in the ad, there were no hidden surprises. Jennifer the owner was timely and clear as well as very friendly to deal with, gave clear details and made sure we had everything we needed for a mid-winter’s getaway. Would definitely recommend to other people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Fall beach getaway

We enjoyed this cozy house, it was perfect for our family of 4! It was clean, the beds were very comfortable and it was very pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

February in Ocracoke? Just need a cozy cottage.

I am a repeat visitor so obviously I was very impressed with the property. I love the location as well as the coziness of the cottage. I would highly recommend it. When I did have a very minor issue, it was very easy to get in touch with the owner and she was quite responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Ocracoke in October

Very spacious cottage on Ocracoke Island. Stocked with everything we needed. Very clean and pet friendly. Location is great - close to everything. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

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

Ocracoke Cottage

Very nice and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany G.

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

Beautiful clean cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is exactly as advertised and communication with the owner was fabulous! Can’t wait to be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

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

Convenient location, great communication

This home is conveniently located within walking distance of many of the local businesses. The house is very well-provisioned as the owners have thought of everything. We had our dog with us and they had a food bowl, a kennel, and some dog blankets. The screened-in porch was also very cozy and had lots of space for gathering. The central living room and kitchen area are very spacious and cozy, with lots of places to sit and relax. The host was very communicative and made the stay a breeze. Thanks so much for the great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

The best

You won’t find a better stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jill S.

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

1936 Cottage

The cottage was cozy and attractive and the kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie R.

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

Ocracoke stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! Came for my cousin’s wedding, with my partner and my sister. Was very clean, very comfortable, and absolutely adorable. My partner and I are already planning a stay in the spring and would definitely book this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

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

Lee C

Wonderful time in a very clean and comfortable house. Really enjoyed the island and they were wonderful guess!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald P.

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

Enjoyable Stay in Ocracode Cottage

Nice, centrally located cottage in Ocracode village. Very clean, comfortable and fully equipped. We enjoyed being able to walk to locations in the village. We definitely recommend this cottage for anyone planning a visit to Ocracoke.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Just as Ocracoke should be

If you want to experience Ocracoke as it is intended, this property is perfect. It has all the amenities with a great location and just far enough off of the beaten path to be private. The property was spotless and well cared for. The host could not have been more communicative. The description of the property was precise and left little to chance. I will likely be booking this property again for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina M.

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

A lovely option on Ocracoke Island!

We happened to visit Ocracoke in the winter. The property owner was terrific about giving us advanced heads up regarding what restaurants were open during our visit and made terrific recommendations for things to do.The Grey Pearl cottage is located in a quiet area, and we felt completely safe in and around the cottage and village.The rooms of the cottage were spacious and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need except for the food itself.One note: the cottage has an on-demand water heater; be sure to carefully read the owner's instructions for use so that you don't get doused with frigid water in the middle of your shower as a result of the "cold sandwich of water" that can happen with this type of water heater.There is no central heating/air conditioning in this cottage. Instead, the owners have installed individual units in each room - we loved this feature as I love a cooler room while my husband prefers a toasty room. The new electric fire place/stove in the family room was a welcome addition as it really helped knock the chill out of room during the especially cold spell in which we visited.Overall, this was a lovely, welcoming little cottage!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Decompress Success

The property was soooo cute! Well appointed, and had everything we needed. Just a little put off by construction in front and in the back. But not your fault. We get that off-season work is being done. Also, didn't realize so many shops were still closed. Also, not your fault! And the ferry was delayed due to weather when we were trying to g get home in a timely fashion. Again, NOT your fault. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

erin q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Rosecrans

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I am a mother of 6 with a career in administrative nursing. When not working at the hospital I am working with my family to grow our environmentally sustainable farm in the heart of North Carolina on our 13th generation farm. We love to travel and normally incorporate our work and/or farming with travel opportunities. Our home in Ocracoke is a newer edition to our family, but our experiences vacationing the island go back 40+ years. Our family is honored to allow other families our homes and such a special vacation spot.

Why they chose this property

On Ocracoke Island, you'll find miles and miles of pristine, undeveloped—and, best of all, uncrowded—beaches for you to enjoy. The Grey Pearl (named Fantasea in the 1970s) was built in 1936 for one of the original families on the island, the Williams family. Very typical of an Ocracoke cottage, Fantasea is located in the heart of the Village and everything is within walking distance. If you know Ocracoke, you know that houses are almost always in close proximity to each other, and "Pearl" is no different, but offers privacy fences and mature trees to give a sense of seclusion from the rest of the island. Many original islanders on don't even know it is there !! The very large lot gives 2 very spacious yard areas perfect for outdoor dining, picnics, and space for children and pets to play.

What makes this property unique

There are many things that make Pearl stand out from other Cottages on the island.
*Central location : It is a 3 minute walk to Silver Lake. 4 minute bike ride to the most perfect book store ever- Books to be Red. 3 minute bike ride to Ocracoke Coffee. 6 minute bike ride to Ocracoke Lighthouse. 6 minute walk to the most perfect restaurant ever, Dajiou !!! AND needing a bit of an evening get away? Tuck the kids in the bed early and walk 3 minutes to Zillies for an evening sip and snack !!!!

Languages:

English