Title: Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23300000/23292400/23292336/5e08755a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23300000/23292400/23292336/40fabce3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23300000/23292400/23292336/dba10306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23300000/23292400/23292336/2fe5c170.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23300000/23292400/23292336/0db89a56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Overlooking the Pamlico Sound, Once Upon A Tide offers a serene waterfront getaway with kayaks and nature at your doorstep. Relax on either the first-floor screened porch or second-floor deck, both offering panoramic views of the shallow water canal and surrounding salt marsh. This contemporary home features an 80-inch flat-screen TV in its media room, high-speed satellite internet service, wine refrigerator in its kitchen and ceiling fans for comfort. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. Enjoy this waterfront home located on a small canal leading to the Pamlico Sound. Once Upon A Tide offers a wonderful getaway for kayakers and nature lovers. Enjoy panoramic views of the shallow water canal, neighboring salt marsh, and maritime forest from the dock with bench seating. Relax or dine on either the first-floor screened porch or second-floor deck, both offering wonderful views. Once Upon A Tide offers a reverse floor plan, contemporary furnishings, and amazing views for true relaxation. A first-floor media room features an 80-inch flat-screen TV, surround sound system, and Blu-Ray DVD player. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths: First floor has 2 bedrooms each with a Queen and shared bath. Second floor Primary Bedroom with King, TV, and private bath with shower. A small alcove on the first floor features a Pyramid Bunk Bed (Twin over Double) which offers flexible sleeping options (but does not allow occupancy over the 6 person limit). Amenities include complimentary SpaceX Starlink high-speed satellite Internet service, central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, 2 TVs, and a Blu-ray DVD player. The kitchen includes a wine refrigerator. Washer and dryer. Pack-N-Play. High chair. The exterior offers a waterfront deck with bench seating and screened porch each with a picnic table, plus a picnic table located by the grill. Park style charcoal grill, hot/cold outdoor shower, and fish cleaning bench. Two tandem kayaks. Life jackets are not provided, if you wish to rent them, please contact Ride The Wind Surf Shop. They will be happy to assist. Sheets and towels are provided. Beds are made for your arrival. No Smoking. No Pets Allowed. Parking is limited to 2 vehicles. No partial stays. Property Layout: First Floor: Media Room with TV/DVD. Two Bedrooms, each with a Queen bed and shared Bath with tub/shower. Laundry closet. Second Floor: Open living, dining, and kitchen. Primary Bedroom with King bed, TV, and Primary Bath with shower stall. Hallway half bath. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Location highlights - In a village - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fish cleaning table - Kayak - Fishing nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39497400/39497302/98c2ab8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Point Of View: Relax on the deck watching passing boats and kayaks. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Sailor's Haven Waterfront Home on a Small Canal. Amazing Views 1202 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.11856%2C-75.98025&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1kZEKxoS3qJ-EpuJ1n2TiFMlsXg=) Ocracoke, NC #### What's nearby - British Cemetery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Deepwater Theater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Ocracoke Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km - Springer's Point Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪SMacNally's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk - ‪Ocracoke Oyster Company - ‬18 min walk - ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬11 min walk - ‪1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views.? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views.? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Once Upon A Tide: Waterfront home, on a small canal. Amazing views. located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from British Cemetery and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Outer Banks Beaches. Pamlico Sound and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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