[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gray Whale: Fenced Yard | Screened Porch Vacation home in Ocracoke with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109711800/109711762/901ca057.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109711800/109711762/w1619h1079x1y1-c1cf23ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109711800/109711762/f35181c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109711800/109711762/w1620h1079x0y1-506ae49e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109711800/109711762/63600a0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a quiet coastal setting, Gray Whale offers the perfect retreat. Enjoy vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace in the great room, then head to the expansive screened porch for an outdoor gathering space. Savor time on Sunset Drive with Ocracoke Coffee Company just a walk away. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Gray Whale: Fenced Yard | Screened Porch Gray Whale is a charming coastal cottage with three bedrooms and two full baths - ideal for a small family or two couples. Updates include hardwood floors throughout and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. The open-concept living space and all bedrooms and baths are conveniently located on one level for effortless flow and minimal stair climbing. Downstairs on the ground level, you'll find a grassy front lawn that's fully fenced-in, perfect for kids and yard games. After a day at the beach or exploring the village, come home and relax in the comfortably furnished great room. It features vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace (off-season use only) for staying cozy on cooler evenings. The dining area provides table seating for six and leads out to an expansive screened porch that's been transformed into an outdoor gathering space. Back inside, get dinner started in the well-equipped kitchen that includes a peninsula with bar seating. Situated on Sunset Drive, Gray Whale is tucked away in a quiet residential area but less than half a mile Irvin Garish Highway for a variety of shopping, restaurants and activities. In the mornings, start your day with a brew from Ocracoke Coffee Company, just a three-minute walk from the house. Nearby dining options include Flying Melon and Back Porch Restaurant, both of which are also within walking distance. Ground Level: Parking | Outdoor Shower | Fish Cleaning Table | Charcoal Grill | Fully Enclosed Front Yard Upper Level: Screened Porch | Living Area | Dining Area | Kitchen | Bedroom w/ Private Bath | Bedroom | Bedroom | Full Hall Bath | Washer/Dryer Partial week stays of less than a week (3 night minimum) are welcomed at this Ocracoke vacation rental within three weeks of arrival and during the off-season. No pets allowed. No smoking/vaping. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Fenced yard - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - 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 ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34140100/34140013/ee58ba64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### McNeal Cottage: Comfortable home, large private back yard. 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Ocracoke - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=34144543&PinnedHotelID=34144543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### 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 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 indicated 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 ### Property is also known as 1617 ## About the area Ocracoke is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Springer's Point Preserve and Pamlico Sound, while Deepwater Theater and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are cultural highlights. Ocracoke Pony Pens and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Ocracoke travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocracoke.dx553248635976436915) [View more Vacation homes in Ocracoke](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocracoke-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248635976436915-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.11221%2C-75.97481&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sjpNzJYeo_NJHloUFgiLeXtghk8=) Ocracoke, NC ### What's nearby - Deepwater Theater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - British Cemetery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Ocracoke Lighthouse - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Springer's Point Preserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km ### Restaurants - ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - ‬15 min walk - ‪SMacNally's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk - ‪Ocracoke Oyster Company - ‬9 min walk - ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬3 min walk - ‪1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gray Whale: Fenced Yard | Screened Porch pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Gray Whale: Fenced Yard | Screened Porch located? > Situated in Ocracoke, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Pamlico Sound, Deepwater Theater, and British Cemetery. Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Ocracoke Island Visitor Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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