Location: Manteo, Northern Coast & Outer Banks, Coastal, North Carolina, USA
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5+ Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: cottage, island, historic village, historic Manteo, Roanoke Island, Outer Banks, holiday weekend rental, vacation weekly rental, wedding, North Carolina, gourmet kitchen, restored 2-storey vintage cottage
The Island cottage is dressed up for the Holidays and "a glass of bubbly" with close friends makes for a perfect New Year's Eve.
The vintage two-story cottage, furnished in a “Shabby Chic” style is located in historic Manteo village. With new baths and kitchen, the cottage has beautiful dark hardwood floors throughout contrasting with elegant white wallpapers and tall old-world ceilings in the living room and formal dining room.
The kitchen is bright and colourful, well equipped for that a seafood recipe or a big pot of Black-eye Peas & Ham, the traditional Southern dish to welcom in the New Year.. A new microwave, coffee maker, toaster-oven and blender for those winter stews or smoothies. Washer and dryer are situated off the kitchen on the quaint original porch.
A charming full bath and restored bedrooms are on the second floor. All have quirky and quaint ceilings and closets – typical of vintage Manteo – and are furnished with large comfy beds (California King or Queen) and Manteo antiques. The second-story is centrally heated and air conditioned. The first level has window a/c units in each room and is centrally heated.
A high-ceilinged sun-filled library is perfect for your early morning coffee and the daily paper – hardcopy or electronically delivered via the internet connection. (wifi)
Adjacent to the large living room is an elegantly furnished television room with a 32” LED and CD player for that late-nite flick. (Across the street is a petite ‘general store’ with a selection of films.)
From the cottage, it is only a few steps to the Manteo public boat ramp, the Manteo Yacht Harbor and the waterfront and street front shops and cafes. During the summer months, a Saturday Farmer’s Market is held in the dockside public park – locally grown produce, local honey and local seafood. The nearby weather tower is a must for youngsters as the flags indicate the current (and changing) weather.
The following attractions are all within a short drive: Island Farm, NC Aquarium, The Lost Colony and The Elizabethan Gardens.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- art galleries, waterfront shops, Festival Park art shows, Festival Park entertainment, The Lost Colony, North Carolina Acquarium, kayak rentals, OBX beaches
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
October-December weekends(Friday & Saturday)- 2 night min, $190 per night plus tax weekly Sunday - Thursday - (3 night minimum) $170 per night plus tax full week - 6 nights $1100 plux tax Damage Deposit required. Property Manager will have full details.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
A travel writer,and publisher, I reside much of my year outside the U.S.
My haunts are usually water related -- beaches if I can get to them.
Why the Owner Chose Manteo
The house has been in my family for more than 30 years and I grew up on this street (in a different location) attending the local schools. I'm a 9th generation Roanoke islander.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
In the summer, I love walking with my grandaughter, JB to the Saturday morning Farmers' Market where we share a danish and cold drinks and pick out great NC produce. JB loves the weather tower and we check it often.
Walking to Poor Richard's for breakfast (love those grits) and reading the Wall Street Journal, which he provides!
Browsing at the local bookstore -- it is charming. Sitting along the dockside late afternoons -- great views of Shallowbag Bay and all the sailboats make for great relaxation.
Walk to Festival Park (2 minute walk) for summer entertainment -- take low chairs or a beach towel -- food/beverage allowed. So many performances are for kids. Grandaughter, JB loves them all.
Property Photos
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- Living Room - Manteo North Carolina Cottage near Manteo Yacht Harbor
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- dining room - Manteo North Carolina Cottage near Manteo Yacht Harbor
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- kitchen - Manteo North Carolina Cottage near Manteo Yacht Harbor
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- upstairs bath with tub & shower
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- bedroom -- California King wonderful bed
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- bedroom -- comfy Queen Bed. View out to water.
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- library - perfect for that morning coffee and a newspaper
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- Across the Street -- Manteo Harbor
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- Downtown Manteo Village
Traveler Reviews (3)
Perfect long-weekend getaway!
Guest: Jennifer
(Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 09/08/11
Review Submitted: 09/19/11
Beautiful house! Perfect location! My husband and I loved walking across the street for great coffee, strolling along the water-front, shopping at the Farmer's Market. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area -- the beaches, Jockey's Ridge, The Lost Colony, the Aquarium (has complimentary admission for GA Aquarium members!). So much to see and do. Plus, the seafood is outstanding. The house is extemely comfortable and beautiful. Renovations are really well done. Loved looking at the art and family pieces. Slept great. Thank you! Highly recommend. We will definitely go back.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+.
Relaxing venue
Guest: Peggy
(Charlotte,NC)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 07/02/11
Wonderful experiene, charming house that felt warm and inviting. Will definetly return to area and this house. You can walk to the water and sit on the many chairs or benches that are available, visit the charming shops, have meals outside, or go to the movie theater. Greta area for walking sand relaxing!
Owner response:We, too love walking across the street to the waterfront -- benches under big trees provide lots of shade and colorful sailboats in the harbor are truly eye-candy. Great spot for reading or even catching up on email. Wifi is available along the waterfront. Kids may spot a pirate or two!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Home Away From Home
Guest: Kay
(Virginia Beach, VA)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
Totoal relaxation in this Manteo cottage. A true "home away from home". Stroll the village and water front. Convenient to many attractions. Don't miss this wonderful experience!
Owner response:It is a great girls' getaway! Sisters, mom & daughters, classmates -- all love it for a lazy weekend away.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, adventure seekers.
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