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Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people

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Smart TV
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people

The Studio is a truly unique and beautiful property, both inside and out. Located in the heart of the village within walking distance to all the harbor front attractions, The Studio is tucked away, shady and private. The multi level patio is nestled among live oaks and cedar trees. After a total renovation in 2022, the interior space features an updated look that is more spacious, more functional and more inviting than ever! The Studio is an adult only, pet free, smoke free space. Smoking is allowed outside.


This building was constructed in 1993 and used for 15 years as a working art studio. It is set back off the road, amidst giant live oak and cedar trees, and sits alongside my home, one of the islands designated historic houses. The two buildings are joined by an open breezeway behind the main gate, but when guests are in residence in the studio, we both have separate entrances on opposite sides of the property. The Studio provides all the comforts of home in a private, quiet and tree shaded setting, with lots of attention to detail. I have tried to make the Studio somewhere I would want to stay, well cared for with lots of personality.

You enter through a totally enclosed multi leveled courtyard space complete with artwork, jasmine, hot/cold out door shower and grill. There are chairs for lounging and a dining table for mealtime. Your parking is right outside the gate. Inside, the studio is colorful, unique and furnished for your complete comfort with one queen bed downstairs, a double bed in the upstairs loft space, sofa, flat screen TV, fully equipped kitchen and bath with tub and shower. There is a desk and office chair perfect for working while away! The Studio provides full linen service.

This is the perfect romantic and private getaway for two. The Studio is located within walking distance of the Coffee Company, Zillie's, the harbor front and all downtown shops and restaurants. We ask that you do not store or charge electric bikes on the property.

All Studio guests are strongly urged to buy cancellation insurance through VRBO. We are an island 30 miles off the coast. Things happen, to people and to the island. The ferry service to the island can be affected at any time in unpredictable ways restricting access to the island. And, we have hurricanes from June through October. Please protect yourselves.

This property is offered by Premier Partner, Debbie Wells, who also manages three other VRBO properties: Dicie's House on Howard Street #1899844, SoundHouse #2203510 and CanalHouse #2760936. All cottages are personally managed and locally owned and operated and feature great locations, clean and functional interiors and competitive pricing. We hope to see you!

Property manager

Debbie Wells

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: SMOKING ALLOWED OUTSIDE ONLY

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Historic Private Retreat Pet Friendly Central location

About the area

Map
Ocracoke, NC

What's nearby

  • Deepwater Theater - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • British Cemetery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪SmacNally's Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing Ocracoke - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Deepwater Theater, Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Ocracoke Lighthouse. Ocracoke Island Visitor Center and British Cemetery are also within 15 minutes.

Beautiful, Historic and Private Retreat for Couples-limit 2 people Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 178 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Time at Ocracoke
Fabulous time, and The Studio is wonderful— comfortable, clean, creative and peaceful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation stay!
Very quaint and quiet! Weather was perfect, never used the AC! Great location and wonderful host!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S., Tryon, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal!
A beautiful space for one or two people. So tasteful and well-applied appointed. Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodations at a great destination!
This is a great place to get away and enjoy nature (and history)! Everything you need will be provided, so you can enjoy your time away with as much or as little interaction with others as you would like. We never needed anything, but contact information for assistance is clearly provided in multiple locations and formats; I have no doubt additional needs would be satisfied promptly. If you want a laid back beach vacation, go to Ocracoke. If you are going as a couple, it’s hard to imagine staying anywhere better than the Studio.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Studio!!!
This was the perfect space for our first adventure as “empty nesters” on Ocracoke. It was a great location for home base for walks, restaurants, biking and the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest little bungalow
This property is so quaint and inviting. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly Relaxation
A lovely hideaway... fabulous, beautiful decor, nice attention to detail, the courtyard and the outdoor shower are great! Plus cleanliness and privacy too. We felt so relaxed and comfortable here, like in a tree house, a home away from home! We loved the entire atmosphere of "The Studio".
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a week on the island
Absolutely wonderful - beautiful space, great location, everything easy and simple. Loved this trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding anniversary trip!
Beautiful, relaxing and stylish studio. The deck is shaded and a perfect spot for reading or cocktails. Centrally located. We had a wonderful time disconnecting and spending quality time together. We'd stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat
The studio is a wonderful venue for a couple to enjoy Ocracoke and then relax in the quiet and peaceful surroundings amidst the artfully decorated apartment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, cute studio
We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to friends.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The Studio is comfortable, very clean, and well-equipped. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Treva B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Artful and Classy
Our stay at the Art Studio was delightful. It was very clean, very organized, tastefully decorated, quiet and walkable to most locations that we were interested in visiting. When we had a question, the host responded within minutes. Everything that one might have needed or wanted was provided. We hope to return next year! Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ineffable
It was absolutely perfect, we intend to stay again, for as long as we can afford! Our trip was beautiful 4 nights long, wish we could stay forever... Alas.. Would recommend to anyone looking for a sweet spot with a beautiful kitchen. And we loved the outdoor shower!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T., Mocksville

Liked: Cleanliness
One of our Favorites
No complaints about this little charm! Very private. Within walking distance to everything we wanted to do. The courtyard is beautiful - felt like our own little piece of heaven. We had everything we needed and felt right at home. Thank you again for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon Suite
A great place to start our Ocracoke adventure. Even a cold, rainy day at the beach couldn't cramp our style staying at this enchanting tiny home. Cozy, open, a delight for the eyes. The perfect place to relax and recharge for another day of bicycling, kiting, swimming, and exploring this lovely little town. Just us two.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERNIE E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another nice stay at the studio.
Great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little jewel box
This property is a treasure! We felt like we were staying in the most stylish treehouse ever. The artist owner used this space as her studio; it's filled with everything you need and decorated so tastefully. Do not hesitate to book this space for yourself or you and a loved one!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Portsmouth, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot with great location
Loved this little studio! Very nicely renovated. Loved how we could walk to so many places. Would love to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T., Honeoye Falls

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent island getaway
Debbie’s studio is even bigger than the photos display. Bed was beyond comfortable and the design/decor is beautiful! The patio is an oasis especially with the outdoor shower….which was heavenly! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in a great place
I think this is our 8th visit to The Studio. As always, we really enjoyed our vist. The accomdations are great; Deb is a very generous and friendly person. Ocracoke is a wonderul place to visit. Most highly recommended.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Studio was perfect!
We had an amazing time at the Studio, it was perfect for my wife and I. Debbie keeps the place extremely clean and well organized. Also, she responded very quickly to any questions we had, and provided us with great information about Ocracoke.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
When I first booked The Studio, I could see that it was quite lovely. I could feel the tranquility and good vibe from the pictures. We were so please with everything, the location, the private setting area, the outdoor shower and the tastefully decorated living space. I could tell that our hostess thought of every little detail. We shall return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023