IC1 Little Lifeboat House * Dog Friendly

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Manteo, NC

Outer Banks Visitors Bureau4 min drive
The Lost Colony4 min drive
North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island7 min drive
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)114 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Queen Bedroom - Top Level

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Hall Bath - Ground Level

Toilet · Shower only

Full Hall Bath - Top Level

Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Traditional Manteo Cottage
The Little Lifeboat House is our premier rental cottage located in the heart of Manteo on Historic Roanoke Island. Modeled after a traditional North Carolina Lifesaving Station from the late 19th century, the Little Lifeboat House is a cozy one-bedroom retreat that is perfect for honeymoons or intimate weekend getaways. To spend a day by the ocean, head to the nearest beach access which is just 10 minutes away.

Inside, you'll love the open-style floorplan of the ground-level which makes the cottage feel open and spacious. A large built-in entertainment center acts as a focal wall with coastal décor, a TV (w/ Dolby Surround Sound Home Theater System w/ DVD & CD Player) and cozy fireplace. Lounge around on the sofa that pulls out to a bed for extra sleeping space. The fully-functional eat-in kitchen boasts granite countertops, a Keurig, and provides everything you need to whip up a masterpiece. The kitchen island offers bar seating for three. There is also a convenient full-sized bathroom and laundry closet on this level. For a revitalizing breath of fresh air, take your coffee out to the brick patio every morning and take a few moments to unwind before starting your day.

Upstairs, you'll feel right at home in the comfortable Queen Bedroom with vaulted ceilings, plenty of natural light and a TV for binge-watching your favorite show before bed. Across the hall is a large bathroom complete with a separate toilet, single vanity and Whirlpool Jacuzzi Tub for ultimate relaxation.

Step Back Into History
Located on historic Roanoke Island, Little Lifeboat House is in the perfect location for learning more about the history of the Outer Banks. Pay a visit to the beautiful Elizabethan Gardens or stop by Fort Raleigh National Historic Site to discover how life on the island was for early settlers. The Lost Colony is an award-winning live theater performance about the famous lost colonists of Roanoke Island and is a great outing for the whole family. Kids will also love a visit the NC Aquarium where they can see sea turtles, otters, sharks, fish, and many other marine animals. Downtown Manteo is within walking distance and offers great shopping and tasty restaurants all with a spectacular view of the water. You can even visit the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse (one of the 5 Lighthouses of the Outer Banks). When you want to venture into the main area of the Outer Banks, you are just a short drive away from South Nags Head and can easily take a day trip North toward Corolla or South toward Ocracoke. With great amenities and an ideal location, Little Lifeboat House is where a true Outer Banks adventure awaits!

*Looking for additional space? Check out our other Manteo Cottages, #IC2 - Endless Summer Cottage & #IC3 - The Wright Getaway. Little Lifeboat House is available to rent at a 2-night minimum with call-in reservations only.

Bedding: 1 Queen, 1 Sleeper Sofa

Property Layout:

Top-Level: Queen Bedroom; Full Bathroom w/ Whirlpool Jacuzzi Tub

Ground-Level: Living Room w/ Sleeper Sofa, Fireplace, and Dolby Surround Sound Home Theater System w/ DVD/CD Player; Eat-In Kitchen w/ a Keurig & Bar Seating; Full Bathroom w/ Shower; Laundry; Brick Patio

*Please Note: This property does not have a dishwasher.

Dog Info: This property allows 1 dog max, with an additional fee.

Property manager

Seaside Vacations

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Manteo

Located in Manteo, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and North Pond Trail, while Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony are cultural highlights. North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manteo, NC

What's nearby

Festival Park - 10 min walk
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau - 4 min drive
The Lost Colony - 4 min drive
Pirate's Cove Marina - 5 min drive
North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

McDonald's - 3 min drive
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 10 min drive
Outback Steakhouse - 12 min drive
Duck Donuts - 12 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is IC1 Little Lifeboat House * Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at IC1 Little Lifeboat House * Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IC1 Little Lifeboat House * Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is IC1 Little Lifeboat House * Dog Friendly located?

Located in the heart of Manteo, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dare County Arts Council and Festival Park. Outer Banks History Center and Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse are also within 15 minutes.

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Very good

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Jenny R.

2 Nov 2023

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

Great for Bluegrass Island event

This charming property is located on the outskirts of downtown Manteo and very convenient for daily walks and driving activities. However, it is located on what seems to be a shortcut so it is very heavily travelled and busy at certain hours creating some road noise. Other than that itbhas everything you need, except a corkscrew, under one roof.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

11 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Not worth it

Check in was easy and the keypad worked great on the door. However, the TV would not connect to the cable, and we found dirty dishes in the cabinet. We had to rewash every dish and glass before we used them. The jets on the bath tub that was advertised as being a great place to relax didn’t work. They sounded like they were grinding and about to blowup. We called the agency and asked about getting things fixed. A guy came and got the TV working but we did not get the bath tub jets working or light over the tub replaced. Additionally if you are a big person the shower is downstairs from the bedroom and is very small. We did not realize that the main bathroom only had the bath tub. So we had to go downstairs to shower each day. And they have only one cabinet in the kitchen for dishes that you would need a step stool to access. There is no step stool so we could not use the serving bowls and extra bakeware even if we wanted to. We could have used a couple open shelves for the dry goods we brought with us instead of leaving everything on the kitchen counter. We also would have liked to have a small table to eat at and play games on. We tried to play Yahtzee on the counter and the dice kept falling off. We would not stay here again, and will try an AirB&B next time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

31 Mar 2023

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

Perfect spot!

We very much enjoyed our stay in the Little Lifeboat Cottage. The location was perfect. Walking distance to downtown Manteo but in a quiet neighborhood. The accommodations were clean and comfortable. If you plan to do any cooking /eating in during your stay be aware that there are no pantry items but the selection of kitchen items/utensils is perfectly adequate as were linens provided. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

19 Nov 2022

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

Lifeboat house

Perfect location! We were able to walk or bike everywhere we want to go on the island. The accommodations were clean and well appointed for the two of us.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley J.

10 Oct 2022

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

Great property

Great house and a great location - the only off-putting thing was that we had to be out by 9am on check out day - and to get a late checkout we had to pay more money. I've been using VRBO for years and a 9am checkout time is pretty ridiculous, especially when we couldn't initally check in until 5pm.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Seaside Vacations

Hi! We are Seaside Vacations, a team of local experts on a mission to connect as many people as possible to the string of barrier islands floating in the Atlantic Ocean that we are fortunate enough to call home. We believe our little slice of paradise can provide more than just a vacation. This magical place can host an experience full of one-of-a-kind Outer Banks moments. We help make this happen by offering a vast array of vacation homes from Corolla to Hatteras Island and by sharing our insider knowledge of the local history, culture, food and activities. We are a family-owned and operated, full-service property management firm, meaning you can have peace of mind that all your vacation needs will be met. Don't pay more for a cramped hotel room. Spend less, spread out in an entire home and get the inside scoop on where to go and what to do!