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Bostwick's Magnolia Manor

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a glass cabinet above the sink.
A living room with a fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, mirror, and a television.
A spacious living room with a glass-top coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view through a large arched doorway to an outdoor area.
A brick house with a metal roof, a front porch, and a small garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this vacation home accommodates 14 guests with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It features 1 bicycle, a jetted bathtub, and games. Enjoy water views from the deck, porch, and patio while engaging in nearby tubing, birdwatching, or sailing. The property is pet-friendly and located near shopping, museums, and attractions like Pirate's Life Charters.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Patio

Explore the area

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Wanchese, NC
  • Place, Pirate's Life Charters
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Marina
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom

+6
1 Crib, 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 4 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

First Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bostwick's Magnolia Manor

Escape to your own private Outer Banks estate at Bostwick’s Magnolia Manor, a seven-acre waterfront retreat on the Roanoke Sound in the quiet fishing village of Wanchese. Enjoy beautiful water views, expansive grounds, plenty of room to gather, and a peaceful setting away from the crowds—while still being just minutes from Outer Banks beaches, restaurants and attractions. A truly unique OBX getaway for families and groups.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Pet fee per pet $100/you must let us when you book
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please DO NOT strip the beds. We will take care of that for you. We will also take care of towels.
You can leave food and drink, we will dispose of for you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If you are bringing your dog(s), you MUST bring your own sheets or covers for furniture and top of beds and notify us prior to make pet fee payment .
If you are having an event, you must get prior approval and pay an event fee.
Dogs: Bring covers for furniture/beds if pets use them. Excess hair on beds or furniture will result in an excess cleaning fee at checkout.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3303317vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Wanchese

Located in Wanchese, this holiday home is near a water park. Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Island Farm. Pirate's Life Charters and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Wanchese, NC

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Life Charters - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Outer Banks Visitors Bureau - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Pirate's Cove Marina - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 13 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vicki B's Restaurant & Market - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bostwick's Magnolia Manor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Bostwick's Magnolia Manor?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bostwick's Magnolia Manor on 3 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,278, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bostwick's Magnolia Manor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bostwick's Magnolia Manor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bostwick's Magnolia Manor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bostwick's Magnolia Manor located?

Situated in Wanchese, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Pirate's Life Charters and within 6 miles (10 km) of Outer Banks Visitors Bureau and Pirate's Cove Marina. Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Dare County Arts Council are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay that accommodated all of our needs for a large group with kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from all of Bostwicks staff, everyone was so friendly and helpful! The property was very tidy and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

Property was well upkept and in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would absolutely recommend this property for events and weddings! I had my 70-guest wedding here and it was so beautiful. The host and care taking are extremely accommodating and kind. The view at the water front is breath taking!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners were very accommodating and helpful with our earlier arrival. The property is absolutely gorgeous; one of the nicest stays I've had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful venue for a wedding
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2025
thank you so much for ALL of your positive reviews. it was areal pleasure to host your wedding
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

This property was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little gem in Wanchese is the perfect location for a small wedding or family gathering. We held our small wedding reception of 30 people here and it was amazing! Even when it rained and needed to be moved indoors, it was still perfect and had everything we needed. Tim and Laurie were excellent hosts and were immediately available whenever we had a question. Our entire family enjoyed the gorgeous property and also being able to stay here. We are already talking about when we will be returning. Thank you so much for hosting us and being a part of our special day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Obx

Wonderful place to vacation! It exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Amazing house!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had THE BEST time here! The pictures do not do it justice. The entire property and vibe were fantastic! I think there were close to 75 chairs inside and outside the house so finding a comfortable place to sit should not be a problem. The host was super great with communication and attending to needs/questions. The beds are insanely comfortable. Our dogs really enjoyed sniffing every inch of the gorgeous yard. Relaxing and beautiful! We had an all around great time. I highly recommend staying here and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! The home is beautifully situated with peaceful marsh views by day and breathtaking sunsets every evening. It was the perfect spot for hosting our Thanksgiving gathering — the layout is made for entertaining with plenty of space for everyone to cook, dine, and relax together. Every room felt comfortable and thoughtfully designed, making it easy to unwind and feel right at home.We created so many wonderful memories here and couldn’t have asked for a better holiday retreat. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a scenic, comfortable, and well-appointed place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful property! We loved the outdoor spaces, especially for our kids and dogs to run around and play. We were fortunate to have great weather in December, which allowed us to take full advantage of the kayaks right off the dock—what a treat! The house was well-equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry, making our stay comfortable and convenient. With plenty of room for all 10 of us, we felt right at home. The location was also fantastic, adding to the overall experience. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house!! Close to beaches, gulf cart friendly neighborhood, majestic view.

The interior was breath taking. Lots of room for the entire family. We will use this location again. Special thanks to Laurie and her team.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you so much. It was a pleasure. We hope you will stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magnolia Manor

Family & friends got together for my 70th birthday and had a wonderful time on this beautiful property. A great atmosphere to celebrate any special occasion. Laurie, Vicki and Tim will make your stay comfortable and accommodating while staying at the Magnolia Manor. A special paradise tucked away in Wanchese!, NC!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best place for a break

Many in our family are disabled veterans and this property accommodated the special needs for each of person. The two bedrooms on the first floor truly were a blessing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place

This house was gorgeous! We booked all of the connecting properties and it was perfect for our friends and family. The kitchen has everything you could need, plenty of lounge space, and so comfortable! The only thing I wish I had been aware of is that the “office bedroom” is not actually a private space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful getaway

Highly recommend not only booking the manor but also the other add on properties for this location. The home and property are straight out of a dream. The sunrises and sunsets from the backyard are amazing. The owners were very friendly and helpful. I will definitely book this home again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is amazing. The two younger kiddos enjoyed the bunk beds and our oldest enjoyed having his own room and space. The kitchen cane with every dish and utensil needed to cook meals during our stay. It's close enough to get to beaches and other sight seeing spots yet secluded for when you just want to relax away from it all. Plenty of entertainment spaces and room to play games. All in all a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome property - exactly as advertised!

The home was perfect for our group. Large, spacious indoor and out. Everything is meticulously maintained and tastefully decorated. Plenty of gathering spots inside the home for entertaining. The grounds outside are also well maintained and offer lots of opportunities for activities. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Wedding Venue

This was the perfect place to bring our families together for 4 days as we were married in the backyard. Everyone had so much fun! Our friends joined us to watch us get married and then we celebrated with dinner, music, dancing, badminton, bags, light sabres, beach balls…lol we had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

We had a little glitch with check in schedule, but Laurie and Vickie were amazing at making everything right and comfortable. We had a large group of 32 kids, teens, parents for my mom's birthday family reunion. The properties were very comfortable, well stocked with linens. It was an amazing stay! We would highly recommend and definitely hope to get there again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Haven's Wedding

Everything was perfect! We rented both houses for a weekend wedding. The grounds were beautiful and the house was made for parties! Wanchese is a great place to stay if you want to get away from the hustle and bussel of the beach. I will defiantly go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you so much. We look forward to your next event
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is everything it is promised to be. We really enjoyed the large, well-maintained back yard for gathering with friends and family. The house had plenty of room, plenty of hot water and great showers, and comfortable beds. Everything worked perfectly from the tvs, to the kitchen equipment, and the AC. Just a well-cared for property and a welcoming host. We really appreciated this getaway to spend time with people important to us. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Im late but just want to thank you for your wonderful kind review of my property in Wanchese. i hope we see you again. Laurie

About the host

Hosted by Amy Dough

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Welcome to Bostwick's Magnolia Manor, a stunning estate home that offers an unforgettable stay. Named after a magnificent magnolia tree that Laura Bostwick planted over 43 years ago, this manor is a breathtaking 5-bedroom home that sits on 7.5 acres of lush, grassy lawn. The sun-drenched windows and 20' ceilings facing west provide endless views of the boat basin, marsh, and Croatan sound.

Perfect for families or groups, the manor includes the three-bedroom Marsh Lodge guest house and the Elderberry studio apartment, ensuring that everyone has a cozy and comfortable stay. Originally built in 1930, Laura Bostwick acquired the estate in 1978 and made it her home for 43 years until her passing in 2021.

Laura was a legend in her own right, being the Great Granddaughter of Jabez Bostwick, a founding partner of Standard Oil. She loved everything about this home, the grounds, the views, and the privacy it offered, but most of all, she loved Wanchese and its people. As an avid big game fisherman and gourmet chef, Laura loved to entertain and host huge dinner parties. Her parties included a vast mix of characters from the who's who of New York City to the lowly local fishermen, making it a unique experience for all.

As the new owner, I am honored to keep her home and legacy alive. Come and experience the magic of Bostwick's Magnolia Manor for yourself, and who knows, maybe we'll even continue Laura's extravagant parties! Book your stay now and create unforgettable memories at this special place that Laura loved so much.
Laurie Tillett

Why they chose this property

This waterfront manor/estate is nestled in the quiet village of Wanchese, NC. The sprawling property sleeps 12-14 people. The gourmet kitchen is perfect for entertaining. The sunsets here have no rivals. The hand crafted 18ft outside dining table nestled on the garden patio makes evening cocktails and dinner while watching the sunset even more special. The convenient laundry room, movie room and spacious bedrooms will fit everyone comfortably .

What makes this property unique

Can be rented together with adjoining property (Six Sisters Lodge, Elderberry Studio or Jasmine Bunk House) 955 ER Daniels Road for large families or events. Boat basin, waterfront views, incredible sunsets, gourmet kitchen, spacious living areas and movie room, offices, kayaks, paddle boards, 18ft outside table in patio garden area for entertaining, spacious bedrooms, sprawling back lawn that holds 150 people, studio apt ., very private. Waterfront wedding venue.

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