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Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences

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A single-story house with a front porch, a screened porch, and a small front yard.
A covered porch with wooden flooring, white railings, and a ceiling fan.
A covered porch with a brick column, a ceiling fan, and a table with chairs.
A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a wicker sofa, a red chair, a wooden cabinet, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ocracoke Lighthouse
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Ocracoke, NC
  • Place, Ocracoke Lighthouse
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Springer's Point Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bath

Half Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences

This wonderful historic cottage is tucked down a small village lane off Lighthouse Road. Enjoy a short walk to the nearby Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer's Point Nature Preserve, or Silver Lake Harbor. Mattie Midgett Cottage is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, with shops, galleries, restaurants, and other village activities within pleasant walking or biking distance.

This village home offers a taste of old Ocracoke-style living with the convenience of a modern home. Beadboard walls and hardwood floors combined with the occasional antique furnishings make this home a truly exceptional blend of yesterday and today. Relax on the comfortable screened porch or in the pleasant backyard.

3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths: 1 Bedroom with Queen, 1 with Double, 1 with Bunk. The maximum occupancy is five people, including children.

Amenities include central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless Internet access, cable TV, and DVD player. Washer and dryer.

Sheets and towels are provided. Beds are made for your arrival.

The exterior offers a large screened front porch, hot/cold outdoor shower, and park-style charcoal grill.

No Smoking. No Pets Allowed. Maximum five people, including children. Limit of 2 cars.

Short Stays are available; there is a three-night minimum.


Property Layout:

Single story home: Living room with TV, kitchen, and dining area. One bedroom with Queen bed. One bedroom with Double bed. One bedroom with Bunk bed. Full bath with shower stall. Half bath with stackable washer/dryer.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4368067
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

About the area

Ocracoke

Ocracoke is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocracoke Beach and Springer's Point Preserve, while Deepwater Theater and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider The Wreck Tiki Bar and Hatteras Sol Waterside Grill. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Ocracoke, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Deepwater Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • British Cemetery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Oyster Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪SMacNally's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mattie Midgette Cottage: lighthouse?

As of 9 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mattie Midgette Cottage: lighthouse on 9 Oct 2026 start from AU$483, 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 Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mattie Midgette Cottage: A taste of old Ocracoke, modern conveniences located?

Situated in Ocracoke, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocracoke Lighthouse and Ocracoke Island Visitor Center. Springer's Point Preserve and Deepwater Theater are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jean T.

Beautiful and well-equipped cottage with 30s charm. Great location with some privacy and nice yard.

Immaculate and well-kept house, quiet, good ac, newly-redone kitchen and updated baths. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us ~ We are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Great place to stay!

We had an awesome time at this rental. The screened in front porch was awesome and lots of trees for breeze. Would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you for your kind words, and for choosing to stay with us.  We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen K.

Great location

We had a great time at the Mattie Midgette Cottage. Wonderful location. We really enjoyed hanging out on the screened in porch! It worked well for our small family, plenty of space. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you for your kind words, and for choosing to stay with us.  We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Simply wonderful

This off the main path home was just exactly what we were looking for. Captured the history of Ocracoke and came complete the the ghosts and spirits of all the sailors who lived there who were lost as sea. Why else would our candle refuse to stay lit??😀😀😀. Great spot. It was just me and my wife but you could easily bring 3 kids along …but I assure you we had lots more fun trying out all the bedrooms by ourselves!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us ~ We are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Archival

8/10 Good

ronald b.

This cottage is a cozy, comfortable place for a vacation on Ocracoke Island

Our brief stay at the cottage was very enjoyable. It's comfortable and cozy in a great location just off the street, surrounded by beautiful trees. The screened in porch is a great place to enjoy an afternoon sunset and your a short walk to the local fresh seafood store and some great local merchants, coffee shop and eatery's. The master bed was comfortable, the bathroom and modern kitchen were clean, the internet worked great, but unfortunately the TV didn't. Don't forget to bring dishwasher and laundry soap if your going to stay for a few days, because its not provided. We definitely plan on coming back to Ocracoke and staying at Mattie Midgettes cozy cottage.................... Happy travels :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodi L.

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

Cute house, with lots of history, good location, but had a few problems.

Great location. Had a nice porch to sit on since it rained most of time we were there. Everything on porch was pictured correct in the photos. The chairs could have been slightly more comfortable but they were still nice. I personally didn't like the matress in the Master bedroom. Husband had no problem with the matress in that room though. The living room was VERY uncomfortable over all, just to relax, it has outdoor furniture. But we don't watch much TV and probably wouldn't have been in house as much if it was a low pressure system over us the entire time. The TV was grainy. So if are stuck in house, TV isn't really going to entertain you. We didn't use the kitchen much, but the oven face was OFF so if you had little children or just anyone that is planning on using the oven, it was a burn hazard. We did report it and they said they were replacing it. The outdoor shower must had recently been replaced, (looked nice) , but the KITCHEN sink plumbing was NOT reconnected at all, and when you ran the sink it would run outside. We also reported this and it was supposed to get fixed. The parking was not confirmed on the check in and we had a Large F-350 truck. We could not park in the yard due to the size of the truck and tight space, so we just parked in front of house on the cut through road it was on. Neighbor fussed us out and said this was not allowed even though her house was on main rd and not on the cut through. Lots of history to house and good for couples
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

William H.

July 2016 Stay

This was our 9th stay in Ocracoke and we have always been pleased with our accommodations. Our current house (Maddie Midgett) while charming, had a few shortfalls. The kitchen lacked necessary cooking utensils; rolling pin, oven gloves, basic stuff for those who cook. Also there was no place to put down hot pans. Why not invest in some trivets?

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