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THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina

Starry Banner in her slip at the Manteo Marina

This Tiffany 46 Ft has a beautiful old mahoghany interior

View of Starry Banner from the walking bridge that takes you to Festival Park

View of Starry Banner as you approach from the parking lot

Starry Banner's flybridge has ample seating and is a great place to hang out

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Manteo, NC

Festival Park
‪8 min walk‬
Pirate's Cove Marina
‪6 min drive‬
The Lost Colony
‪7 min drive‬
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina

Do you want to be close to the waterfront in Old Town Manteo? Then, welcome aboard private yacht " STARRY BANNER ". This award winning vintage yacht was privately commissioned to Tiffany Yachts to cruise the Atlantic Coast. The Starry Banner is now available to our guests, for their accommodation, who would like a unique vacation experience. Join us on the waterfront, in the Historic Old Town Manteo Waterfront Marina. The Starry Banner was featured on the Manteo Christmas homes tour in 2014! Then, in 2015, the Starry Banner won " Best Power Boat – Owner Restored" award in the Manteo Wooden Boat Show. Why don't you be the judge ~ welcome aboard, and enjoy all that the wonderful town of Manteo and Roanoke Island has to offer right at your own dock!

Property manager

Katherine and Dan Bottjen

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

We're pet friendly ($75 Pet Fee applies)!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Manteo

Located in Manteo, this houseboat is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Outer Banks Beaches, while Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony are cultural highlights. North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manteo, NC

What's nearby

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Festival Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Pirate's Cove Marina - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
The Lost Colony - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Poor Richards Sandwich Shop - ‬1 min walk
‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive
Lost Colony Water Front
‪Yellow Submarine - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is steps away from Dare County Arts Council, Festival Park and Outer Banks History Center. Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and North Pond Trail are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

11 Aug, 2025

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

Amazing experience! In the perfect location. We had an amazing time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

29 Jun, 2025

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

Beautiful boat

My wife and I had never been to the Outer Banks before this trip. Staying on a boat was a great way to enjoy the area. Their boat is very clean and well located to enjoy much of what the area has to offer. Katherine and Dan were great hosts, recommending places to go and things to do. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brunhilde B.

21 Jun, 2025

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

New

Overall it was good. Foot traffic was a little bit to much

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

14 Dec, 2024

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

Perfect!

The Starry Banner was the perfect spot for our stay in Manteo! The location was great - so easy to walk to restaurants and shops - and staying on a boat was fun! The boat was clean, well maintained, and beautiful. Katherine’s messages were clear and helpful. I highly recommend a stay on the Starry Banner!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

22 Sept, 2024

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

Excellent getaway

This was the most wonderful vacation we've had! The boat was a wonderful place to relax and is docked in an excellent location. Our hosts were wonderful and very helpful, providing extra information and great spots to stop. We're already planning our 2025 visit to the same exact spot!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jefferey G.

25 Aug, 2024

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

Manteo perfect getaway

Katherine and Dan have this beautiful boat set up perfectly for anyone that wants to just get away and relax. The communication was top notch and they are amazing hosts. It's tucked away in Manteo, away from the crowdedness of OBX tourism.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Z.

26 May, 2024

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

Starry Banner vacation

Katherine and Dan were wonderful hosts of their yacht the Starry Banner. We were able to bring our dog and we all enjoyed our unique stay. They went above and beyond to make our stay memorable,down to fresh flowers and special treats for our pooch.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

29 May, 2023

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

We loved it!

As the title states, we loved The Starry Banner and would highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

16 Aug, 2024

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

Wonderful experience

The owners of this lovely boat were kind and helpful. They went out of their way to suggest local sites and eateries. Thank you both for a great time!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

9 Jul, 2024

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

Anniversary Trip

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay aboard the Starry Banner. It was very unique and fun. Katherine and Dan are wonderful people that were available all the time with some helpful suggestions on what was going on in the town of Manteo and surrounding area. The best part was our view for the fireworks!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

madeline m.

20 Aug, 2023

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

Reliving life on a boat

Wonderful way to be at the beach and enjoy small town life at the same time Thanks !

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

9 Aug, 2025

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

Amazing Experience!

I surprised my fiancé with a last minute OBX vacation and found this incredible gem. The Starry Banner & the interaction with our hosts Dan and Katherine far exceeded our expectations based on other VRBO rentals. The boat is immaculate and far better equipped than most houses I’ve rented. The overall boat experience was everything I had hoped for.Interaction with Katherine began before the trip with helpful information to make our stay enjoyable. We were late getting to the boat (8:30pm) so the hosts graciously left lights on for us, Parking was super close and they have a cart available right on the dock to make loading/unloading a breeze. We were greeted by a lovely handwritten note and fresh flowers.A couple of quick items to note which were fears before I got there…the air conditioning was great, water pressure in the shower was strong, bed was spacious and very comfortable, We had some pretty windy conditions during our stay and I could barely feel the boat move at all (and I’m very succeptable to seasickness). Location-couldn’t have been better! Manteo is such a chill place. We loved exploring during First Friday’s with all the outdoor vendors (picked up a fantastic homemade peach pie!) Poor Richard’s had an outdoor band one night which we enjoyed from the fly bridge. It was like having our own personal concert! The first morning Katherine sent a breakfast recommendation for Mia’s. Short walk from the boat, great b-fast sandwiches and baked goods. Will be back!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerrie H.

19 May, 2023

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

Relaxing

This is a great experience if you have never stayed in a boat before. Owners were awesome!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

12 Jul, 2021

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

Manteo Getaway

Rental and communications with owners was excellent. Great location, easy to find. Everything you needed was provided!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

25 Jul, 2023

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

Starry Banner

This was an adventure. Great spot with wonderful views of the water. Our hosts were lovely people and we look forward to coming back next year. It’s a must stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeanette c.

27 May, 2024

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

Manteo

What a beautiful boat and the location is perfect. You never have to move your car everything is within walking distance. Great place to visit and relax. Don and Katherine are super host if anything goes wrong or you need anything they are right there to help.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

31 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful location and relaxing stay

We spent 8 nights on the Starry Banner and it was fantastic! The location is perfect. Easy walking to shops and restaurants and a quick drive to Nags Head and beyond. The boat had everything we needed and it was so relaxing to be there. The only drawback was spotty internet, but I just took that as a good sign that I should unplug! I would definitely recommend a stay here.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bambi E.

17 Jul, 2024

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

Starry Banner

Unique, clean, and fun accommodations, conveniently located steps away from restaurants, entertainment, and supplies. Katherine and Dan were a text away and very responsive to questions concerning the yacht to suggestions to where to eat. One of the best experiences we have ever enjoyed. We plan to return in the fall.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob A.

8 Nov, 2023

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

Perfect

What an incredible stay! Dan and Katherine are awesome people and their boat was beautiful! Manteo is a great place and met so many nice people! Thank you for helping us celebrate our 30 year anniversary!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Jun, 2023

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

Great Stay!

Had a fantastic stay on the Starry Banner! Really appreciate how clean it was - I'm talking VERY clean. The kitchen was very well stocked with cooking supplies (pots, pans, dishes, etc.) so we had fun making some meals on the boat. Definitely recommend if you want an out of the ordinary stay in the OBX.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOBBIE D.

6 Aug, 2023

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

Sweet town!

Dan and Katherine were so sweet! The boat is decorated so beautifully and we felt at home for our short stay. The town is a Mayberry sort of town with everything quiet by 9 pm which was great. Would definitely recommend! Hope to stay there again😊

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

28 Sept, 2020

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

Downtime Perfection

Spent 4 wonderful relaxed days on the Starry Banner Mornings with coffee and evening drinks on the upper deck cannot be beat. Unique experience my wife and I would recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Sept, 2023

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

Starry Banner chapter 2

This was amazing!! This was our second stay aboard the Starry banner and again it was great. Dan and Katherine are great hosts and maintain an amazing Yacht. We will be doing a chapter 3

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

17 Oct, 2023

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

Outer Banks get away

Had a wonderful time aboard The Starry Banner! It definitely exceeded our expectations. Dan and Katherine are amazing hosts. They were very prompt with answering questions and gave us several great suggestions on various places to eat and things to do around the area. The location is great, within walking distance of several restaurants and shops. They also offer sunset sailboat cruises, which I highly recommend! Would definitely stay at The Starry Banner again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt s.

17 May, 2023

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

pure awesomeness!

The boat is beautiful and a must stay! Cannot say anything more. If you are looking just do it...you will not regret it.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Katherine and Dan Bottjen

The owners, Katherine and Dan, have lived on Roanoke Island for over 20 years. We love the town, it's people & way of life, and of course the waters surrounding the Outer Banks. Katherine is an architect who lived for a while on Ocracoke and Dan is a boat builder, still working some in Wanchese, so we are both drawn to the water and all of the great activities it offers. We also own a 41 Ft ketch just a couple slips away and do sunset sail charters (check it out at www.sailouterbanks.com )

Why they chose this property

Starry Banner is a classic 46 Ft Tiffany Motor Yacht, built in 1976, the interior mahogany has been beautifully maintained over the years. For those with a boater's mindset, it is a little like stepping back in time to see a lower station helm with the original wooden spoke helm wheel and the upper helm station just for cruising in nice weather and of course for docking.

What makes this property unique

The upper bridge is our favorite place to hang out, especially around sunset. There is plenty of seating and fun to bring up some drinks and snacks and chat with the friendly dock neighbors or watch the kids jump off the bridge. We are pet friendly ($75 pet fee) so if you are bringing a dog or two let us know - they are welcome too!