Apartment
Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath
Photo gallery for Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath





Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area
About this property
Red Beard's Retreat Suite 1 - Cozy, Private getaway 2 BR 1 Bath
Private Suite in Ocracoke
*We are no longer pet friendly.*
Sandy Paws Bed & Biscuit Inn is a local kennel that will take care of your pet daily or longer. (Like a doggy daycare) 252-928-3093
3 story pastel orange beach house with white trim. A mile walk to the national park lifeguarded beach. This suite is located on the first floor and has a private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen bedroom. The entrance to this suite is through the main entrance of the house and then the door to the left with keypad entry. The bedroom is in a separate and private space to the rear of the suite. There is a door to close off the bedroom space from the kitchenette/living space.
MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE
Accommodations offer hair dryers, Smart televisions and starter rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee makers.
No smoking of any kind (no vapes, no e-cigs). Any evidence of smoking in the suite will incur a cleaning fee of $350. If you must smoke, please do so outside and away from other guests.
**IMPORTANT** Parking is a premium on Ocracoke and we only have 1 space available per suite. Please, no trailers or very large vehicles. Full size, 4-door, long-bed trucks and large SUVs (ex. Suburbans, Expeditions, Hummers) will not fit in our parking area. They will be too long and/or too wide.
** Be aware that if you bring/rent a golf cart while you are staying with us you will need to park it behind your vehicle. An extension cord is available for charging.
Bicycles, golf carts and other 4x4 vehicles available for rent on the island. (Lots of options for rentals)
Ocracoke Beach Outfitters has beach gear, baby items, bicycles and other items for rent if you forget something for your stay. They are within walking distance of the house.
(ocracokebeachoutfitters.com)
The house sits in the middle of our little island 30 miles off the mainland accessible only by ferry boat or airplane.
There are 3 ferry lines that service this island. Cedar Island, Swan Quarter and Hatteras. Cedar Island and Swan Quarter vehicle ferries require reservations and a small fee (see the NC Ferry Reservations website to reserve your date and time). The Hatteras vehicle ferry is free and first-come, first-serve. You may have to wait in line at Hatteras. The schedule for all ferries and reservations for Cedar Island and Swan Quarter are on the NC Ferry website (ferry.ncdot.gov)
No franchises are allowed on island so most businesses are locally owned. Restaurants get their fresh seafood directly from the local fishermen daily.
There are various festivals and special events throughout the season. Check out the Ocracoke Observer community newspaper website or Facebook page for up to date information on restaurant openings/closings and special events.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a family friendly space with house rules and quiet hours posted in the rental agreement that you MUST read prior to booking. It's not a loud party house and OWNER reserves the right to cancel the booking (removing the guests), with or without refund, of any guests who do not abide by these house rules or demonstrate a lack of care towards the property or others while here.
*We are no longer pet friendly.*
Sandy Paws Bed & Biscuit Inn is a local kennel that will take care of your pet daily or longer. (Like a doggy daycare) 252-928-3093
3 story pastel orange beach house with white trim. A mile walk to the national park lifeguarded beach. This suite is located on the first floor and has a private kitchenette (NO STOVE) and queen bedroom. The entrance to this suite is through the main entrance of the house and then the door to the left with keypad entry. The bedroom is in a separate and private space to the rear of the suite. There is a door to close off the bedroom space from the kitchenette/living space.
MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE
Accommodations offer hair dryers, Smart televisions and starter rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee makers.
No smoking of any kind (no vapes, no e-cigs). Any evidence of smoking in the suite will incur a cleaning fee of $350. If you must smoke, please do so outside and away from other guests.
**IMPORTANT** Parking is a premium on Ocracoke and we only have 1 space available per suite. Please, no trailers or very large vehicles. Full size, 4-door, long-bed trucks and large SUVs (ex. Suburbans, Expeditions, Hummers) will not fit in our parking area. They will be too long and/or too wide.
** Be aware that if you bring/rent a golf cart while you are staying with us you will need to park it behind your vehicle. An extension cord is available for charging.
Bicycles, golf carts and other 4x4 vehicles available for rent on the island. (Lots of options for rentals)
Ocracoke Beach Outfitters has beach gear, baby items, bicycles and other items for rent if you forget something for your stay. They are within walking distance of the house.
(ocracokebeachoutfitters.com)
The house sits in the middle of our little island 30 miles off the mainland accessible only by ferry boat or airplane.
There are 3 ferry lines that service this island. Cedar Island, Swan Quarter and Hatteras. Cedar Island and Swan Quarter vehicle ferries require reservations and a small fee (see the NC Ferry Reservations website to reserve your date and time). The Hatteras vehicle ferry is free and first-come, first-serve. You may have to wait in line at Hatteras. The schedule for all ferries and reservations for Cedar Island and Swan Quarter are on the NC Ferry website (ferry.ncdot.gov)
No franchises are allowed on island so most businesses are locally owned. Restaurants get their fresh seafood directly from the local fishermen daily.
There are various festivals and special events throughout the season. Check out the Ocracoke Observer community newspaper website or Facebook page for up to date information on restaurant openings/closings and special events.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a family friendly space with house rules and quiet hours posted in the rental agreement that you MUST read prior to booking. It's not a loud party house and OWNER reserves the right to cancel the booking (removing the guests), with or without refund, of any guests who do not abide by these house rules or demonstrate a lack of care towards the property or others while here.
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

Pipe Dream: Condo with pool access. Centrally located.
Pipe Dream: Condo with pool access. Centrally located.
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Unplug any appliances you plugged in (microwave, coffee pot, etc)
Wash and put away any dishes/utensils. (Don’t forget the coffee filter)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Ocracoke
Located in Ocracoke, this apartment is by the sea. US Navy Beach Jumpers Memorial and Ocracoke Lighthouse are local landmarks, 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.

Ocracoke, NC
What's nearby
- Deepwater Theater - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Ocracoke Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Ocracoke Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- British Cemetery - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
- Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Restaurants
- Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - 6 min walk
- Ocracoke Oyster Company - 3 min walk
- SMacNally's Bar & Grill - 17 min walk
- 1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - 2 min walk
- Jason's Restaurant - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joe B.
8 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for 2 people
Joe B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Zane M.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day Trip
Zane M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Beth T.
6 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn R.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Kathryn R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jill B.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Jill B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kaela W.
15 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Kaela W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Robert A.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location and comfortable quarters
Robert A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie E.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Island Stay
Debbie E.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle A.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy check in
Danielle A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Norman E.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great stay
Norman E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David B.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good location, close to necessary amenities, grocery, restaurants, etc...
David B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mdupont62
25 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One day stay in Ocracoke
mdupont62
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
26 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls get away
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Glenn S.
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearly visit
Glenn S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dusty W.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place!
Dusty W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey R.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Geoffrey R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MARIANNE B.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June stay
MARIANNE B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
1 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Ryan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Jarrad S.
30 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocracoke island
Jarrad S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel B.
29 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocracoke Vacay
Daniel B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Cindy G.
10 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Cindy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Jennifer W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meredith S.
29 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central location in Ocracoke
Meredith S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natasha W.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Ocracoke
Natasha W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Kelly and Ron Gardner
We are born and raised in North Carolina. We love the beach and the mountains. Ocracoke is like a second home and we love sharing this little piece of heaven with others.
Why they chose this property
It's located in the center of our island which is only 3 miles wide. You can't beat the location of the house nor the island. Not a fast food joint anywhere! All local businesses and we like to keep our island that way
What makes this property unique
We are one road back and run parallel to Irvin Garrish Rd which makes 7 restaurants, 2 food trucks, The Breeze nightclub and 1718 brewery within walking distance of the house. The back of the Sweet Tooth candy shop and Fig Tree deli are almost directly across the street from us. The grocery store is across the main road.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback




























