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CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front

CanalHouse is a unique Ocracoke home on the rental market for the first time in 2022. The long time home of an old Ocracoke family, who still owns the property, CanalHouse sits on a canal which leads to Oyster Creek and Pamlico Sound through a picturesque salt water marsh. The large back yard includes many live oak, bald cypress, and cedar trees. Enjoy the exceptional privacy on three large decks, including one on the back of the house with an outdoor shower and one surrounding an outbuilding right on the canal. NO power boat access. Please do not store or charge electric bikes on the property. PLEASE NOTE: CANALHOUSE DOES NOT PROVIDE LINENS. WE DO PROVIDE PILLOWS, BLANKETS, SPREADS AND KITCHEN LAUNDRY. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BED SHEETS AND TOWELS.

CanalHouse received a major upgrade in conjunction with post-Dorian repairs. There is plenty of room to spread out in the house and outside. The heart of the house is a large room that combines kitchen, dining room and sitting room with TV. There is also a larger living room with sofa, chairs, and TV that adjoins a small sunroom with writing desk. The kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher and open shelving to make everything you need easy to find. The house has central heating and AC, WiFi, washer/dryer combination, and cable TV. The smaller bathroom has a standing shower only, the larger has a tub/shower combination. Parking for 2 vehicles is permitted. We invite you to enjoy your Ocracoke visit at CanalHouse and hope to see you!

CanalHouse is limited to four people, no pets, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are two queen beds and one single bed. CANALHOUSE DOES NOT PROVIDE LINENS. Please plan to bring your own sheets and personal and beach towels. Blankets, spreads, pillows, and kitchen linens are provided.

All guests of CanalHouse are STRONGLY urged to purchase cancellation insurance with your booking through VRBO. Things happen. You want to be protected.

This property is offered by Premier Partner, Debbie Wells, who also manages three other VRBO properties: The Studio, #332656, Dicie's House on Howard Street #1899844 and SoundHouse, #2203510. 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

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a village

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)

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Exterior

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Kitchen
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Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

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

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

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ocracoke, NC

What's nearby

  • British Cemetery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocracoke Preservation Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪SmacNally's Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing Ocracoke - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of British Cemetery, Pamlico Sound, and Ocracoke Preservation Museum. Ocracoke Island Visitor Center and Fort Ocracoke Monument are also within 15 minutes.

CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
My wife and I loved everything about this house. It is tucked away the British Cemetery and backs up to a canal running behind the property. The house was very clean and had everything we needed to have an enjoyable stay. It is very private but within walking distance to shops and restaurants. We are already planning our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocracoke Stay
This property exceeded our expectations. It was very clean and roomy. It is located within walking distance of bike rentals, restaurants, and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view off back deck
Large lot with cemeteries in the front yard, quick walk to town center and area restaurants. Saw several herons fly by from the back deck. Surprisingly peaceful so close to town. Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to enjoy difficult weather
this was our second stay at this house, and everything was very well prepared and handled. Although a tropical storm was passing by, this house was comfortable and secure to stay in. The host was very responsive and helpful in dealing with concerns about weather impacts, and we ended up even extending our stay with her prompt and locals-knowledge help. This is an amazing house with a very unusual amount of space and privacy. We birded, watched the sky, traveled to the beach, and really enjoyed vacation life on this island. Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHEILA D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Canal House!
This was our second stay at the Canal House on Ocracoke. It was wonderful! Highly recommend…
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation home
The Canal House was perfect in every way. Very spacious, clean, decorated perfectly, great location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice retreat from the heat
Mom and I enjoyed our quiet stay at the Canal House. We appreciated the comfortable beds, the cleanliness of the house, and all the basic supplies provided. The AC was welcome for the hot temps and humidity of the week. It was a convenient spot for adventures on the sound and around town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and Enjoyable
We had a great time at this venue. Did a lot of cooking and there was everything I heeded. Host communicated well and even fixed a small problem immediately. I enjoyed the room segmentation - lots of unique spaces. Very quiet at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large and Quiet
This is an excellent VRBO property. If you want to have a pleasant day at Ocracoke, this is the place to be.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, clean and great location!
We had a great stay at the Canal House. It was very clean, had everything we needed and is in a perfect location for golf carting or biking to shopping, restaurants and the coffee shop. This was our first trip to Ocracoke, but it won’t be our last!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time, even better
Love the new front steps. Still a very quiet out of the way place. Nicely furnished. I can't think of a single thing that would be better.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canal house
We stayed at the canal house. Most of the time spent was at the beach, but the time that we were at the house was really nice. It was very clean and I loved the owners sense of style. The house sits right next to a canal and it was nice to drink my coffee and look out on the water. It’s a lovely quaint little place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C., Gate City, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocracoke Birthday Trip
My family stayed in Canal House for a family birthday trip. The house is very comfortable with plenty of space for family dinners and hang outs. Hope to return again to this lovely house.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful
Very relaxing and enjoyed the visit to canal house
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to go back
We enjoyed every minute we stayed at the canal house. Beautiful,clean, and relaxing. Also was very close to everything ocracoke offers. We had a tropocal storm and Debbie made sure we knew where to park and what to do to keep our family safe. We will defantly be back. Can’t wait!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The cottage was comfortable and well equipped. Being down past the British Cemetery made for a very quiet week. It reminder me of my early visits to Ocracoke 50 years ago.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Beautiful house, well-appointed!! Everything we needed with plenty of room. Comfortable beds and everything was spotless. Debbie was easy to communicate with. Absolutely would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHEILA D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous week!
Canal House was really lovely! So quiet and clean, and a great kitchen to cook in. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful cottage
We had a wonderful stay. Everything was as advertised. (Even better than advertised). It was within walking distance of the whole village. We would definitely stay here again. The beds were comfortable. It was very spacious. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location
A little (well not really little) hideaway back in a quiet residential are next to the British Cemetery. Lots of sitting spaces, well stocked kitchen and nice decks. No you don't need coffee filters. Myself and others have bought them and left them. Very well located within walking distance of several restaurants, the light house, Zillies for wine and beer. It's not a problem but the remote controlled lights sometimes respond to the buttons and sometimes not depending on their mood. Overall a wonderful spot. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canal House
Everything was perfect! We were surprised at the amount of space, both in and out. The neighbors beside us (locals) were friendly. I would absolutely recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Hidden Treasure On The Island
This was our second time staying at Canal House & it was even better than the first! It is located on the quiet, canal/sound side with a large yard and much privacy. We enjoyed kayaking the canals behind the house this year, through the marshes and all the way out to the sound. It is amazing at sunset. The house is very roomy with two living rooms, three bed rooms, a sunroom & two baths…plus the outdoor shower which is a godsend after the beach. If you are looking to relax and unwind, Canal House is your place. Debbie is an amazing host with history of the property and all the information you will need for great dining and any necessities. She’s not an email away…her cell number is on the refrigerator and she responds immediately. I use VRBO frequently for business and vacations. It is RARE to find a home this wonderful, accurately advertised and an owner so thoughtful and accommodating. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and convenient
Plenty of space, well-stocked kitchen, and walking distance to town. Canal House worked well for 2 couples. Sadly, it was too chilly for us to enjoy the decks and yard, but maybe next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal property nature and privacy
This "Old' Ocracoke style home was amazing. It was even better than the pictures in the listing. Very spacious house. Huge yard. Very private and quiet. We really loved the back yard and the deck over the canal. We enjoyed all the wildlife in the marsh and we were in the back yard every second we could for the whole trip. Sunrise was amazing. The night sky and stars were even better. I've been to Ocracoke many times over many years. This is the perfect place to stay for me and my family. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home in Ocracoke Island
Amazing property. You real feel at home… unless home is in the middle of a city. Debbie was always available with insider tips and anything we needed. The in house laundry would make it ideal for a week long family vacation. Great getaway place to stay, with in walking distance of the harbor and shops. For see shelling we recommend checking in with Wade on the Hathor for the best spots on Ports Mouth. Only issue is you need to bring your own sheets and towels 🤷🏼‍♂️- both are available at the hardware store or thrift store.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022