Ocracoke Island Realty Testimonials

Our friendly staff, a team of all year-round residents, will help you choose the perfect home for your Ocracoke Island vacation. We know this is why our guests keep coming back to stay with us each year for their Ocracoke vacation. See what our guests have to say about vacationing with us!

November 2011

Your employees have all been gracious and the rental process was so quick. I have always felt welcomed like an old friend.
-- Loretta

July 2011

Every single person I have dealt with at OIR has been friendly and helpful! -- Jeannine and Tony

July 2011

Just wanted to write a personal note thanking your staff for great customer service. This is my first time to Ocracoke Island and was renting a house from hundreds of miles away. I was a little nervous about what we would find when we got there. The house was beautiful and more important it was clean and well stocked. The kitchen was awesome and had everything we could need. My family and I had the best vacation we have ever had, we can't wait to come back next year. I feel that now I have a trusted company to come to for next years rental needs. Thanks again for great service. -- Jo Anne, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

July 2011

Dee was very friendly when approached multiple times (either by phone or in person).
Good job Dee! -- Timothy

July 2011

Everyone was outstanding. My hats off to the entire team. This was the first family vacation where myself, my sister and her family, and my father had taken in twenty plus years. We used to come to Ocracoke in the late 70's and early eighties as a family and this was the first time we had all been back as an entire family. Thank you for making it one of the greatest summer vacations ever. -- James

July 2011

When I was trying to make up my mind which house to rent, the staff was knowledgable and helpful. When I called about an ant problem, they came over with a can of spray in 10 minutes -- superb service! It was a pleasure and easy as pie to rent from y'all!
-- Betty

June 2011

We have been staying on Ocracoke and with Ocracoke Island Realty for close to 10 years and have stayed in several houses. This home was one of our favorites. It was extremely clean, the furniture was comfortable, the amenities were great and it was pet friendly! We would love to return to this rental. We appreciate the rentals that are pet friendly and we really appreciate that OIR does not require the large security deposits of other rental companies. The express check out was also an added bonus. We greatly enjoyed our trip and look forward to returning in the Fall! Thanks so much. -- Kimberly

June 2011

Dear Jack, Kari and All The Staff of Ocracoke Island Realty,
Thank you for the wonderful $525 donation to Ocracats raised through your efforts during Pet Week. Thanks also for the beautiful quilt that we've been raffling for a July 4th drawing. We have already received over $140 in ticket sales. Lastly, thank you all for your continued help with finding homes for Ocracoke's feral kitties. We are so lucky to have you on the Ocracats Team. Best Wishes to All. -- Ocracats

June 2011

Thank you. You even put Maggie (our dog) on there (the website)! That is so awesome. We thank you guys so much for the opportunity. We will see you in October. We are honeymooning on Ocracoke! -- Natalie Ligon

June 2011

We have dealt with a number of OIR employees over the years, and all have been very helpful. -- Tammy

May 2011

Looking forward to another great memorial/birthday weekend! Thanks for everything. We enjoy doing business with your company. Everyone is always so nice to deal with. See ya soon. -- Sandra Hampton

May 2011

I spoke with several folks during my reservation process and all were wonderful, being very helpful. Love Ocracoke Island Realty and will NEVER use anyone else! -- Donna

May 2011

This season, I worked with Jen to find a rental home for our family. She was gracious in providing information about the homes that I inquired about and ultimately offered the Catbird Seat at a reduced rate considering our late reservation. Jen was professional, courteous, and timely in her responses to my inquiries. -- John

May 2011

Your online reservation system is the best we've had in the Outerbanks.
I like the fact that everything is done online, this is very appreciated for a Canadian resident. Also your all inclusive fees (no pet fee, no credit card fee etc...) is a plus compared to rental companies in Hatteras. I've been in the outerbanks many, many times, and this was one of our best week if not the top. -- G. Le Beau

May 2011

Everyone I spoke with in person or over the phone was more than helpful, professional and kind. The Ocracoke Island Realty staff always is! -- C. Martin

May 2011

Every girl in the office was helpful and fun to be around! Thank you. -- Eva

May 2011

Everyone was AMAZING. OIR made the process of finding the perfect house quick and simple. -- Rachel

May 2011

When our TV cable went out the response was excellent and it was repaired very quickly. Not that we were there to watch TV but it was nice to have it! -- Barbara

May 2011

All of your office girls have answered my questions and assisted me. They are all wonderful representatives of your company....thanks again...! -- Marshall and Gail

May 2011

Entire experience was great. Staff was very helpful on checkin and the automated notification of when cottage was ready worked beautifully. I should note that one of the reasons I 'returned' to OIR is I had made a previous reservation years ago when Hurricane Isabelle hit the island. The staff was so professional and helpful during that chaotic time that it was the primary reason I came back when I could bring my family. -- Karen

April 2011

Though this is somewhat late, I want to praise your rental team that hosted us during the recent Ocracoke Island Surf Fishing Tournament! Your team was, as always, professional, courteous and prompt in all facets of our rental experience at your rental home #IR15, Bluefin or as our team prefers to call it, The City Limit House.
Your staff enhances our brief stay on the island and we always regret having to leave at the end of our week. I will me more than happy to advance any monies if it will secure this cottage for next year's tournament. We have been renting it for so long, that it would demoralize our team of six if we couldn't once again spend our time at the fishing tournament in this unique and quite comfortable rental cottage. Once again, thank you for all your professional courtesies and kindness during our recent stay at the "City Limit" cottage. You have a great rental team there! They are the best!! Looking forward to next year's tournament and staying at the Bluefin. -- Mike

April 2011

Doreen Robinson and Kim Collis - Both gave excellent customer service and responded quickly to our needs. -- Robin

April 2011

All that helped with the reservation were FANTASTIC! My mother and father lived in Southern Shores for years and my mother worked for another realty. But the atmosphere and help at Ocracoke Island Realty is SOOOOOO calm and welcoming that it is amazing. Thanks for everything!
-- Janet

February 2011

Doreen went above and beyond to help me, thank you so much. We will definitely be back. -- Kimberly

January 2011

Thank you so much ! It was so exciting to hear that the picture of our kids made it in the 2011 Ocracoke Island Realty Calendar. We love Ocracoke so much and it will be so wonderful to have this little memento of our yearly vacation. My in-laws always reserve a cottage through your agency and always have such wonderful things to say about the people at your office. We come every year because it is one of our favorite places. Thank you so much and I hope you have a wonderful New Year as well !
-- Lindsay

November 2010

Beach Therapy was the best rental we have ever had! Comfortable, perfect size, well appointed. We would love to stay here again, and will highly recommend Ocracoke Island Realty and this property! Thanks for a relaxing Thanksgiving week.
-- Elisabeth

October 2010

Folks in the office were very friendly on arrival and also when we checked out. Your agent who helped with finalizing our rental was very friendly and helpful. The rental was especially nice. Our stay on Ocracoke could only be three days but it has been a highlight of our Fall travels.
-- Annis Rogers

October 2010

Sidra was very helpful to me the several times that I stopped in to the office. We love Ocracoke and very much appreciate the seamlessness of the rental process that you provide. We will see you again in the spring!
-- Jim Mulvey

September 2010

Please pass on our sincere gratitude to the entire OIR staff. Your collective stewardship of our property is by every measure - outstanding - simply top marks!. If we can ever be of service as a reference or any other need please be assured you have our dedicated support. The OIR team is simply the best.
With thanks,
C&C
Ocracoke Island Realty Cottage Owner
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September 2010

Doreen was especially helpful when I made a change to my reservation. Thank you Doreen! --

August 2010

Doreen was a great help. We were able to stay an extra day which made our vacation perfect! When we arrived after a hot, long trip to the Island we entered the cottage and the house was all cooled down and ready for us. It was just what we needed and we felt refreshed right away. We love Ocracoke and everyone we met. Your staff is the friendliest. -- Betsy

August 2010

Rene, the Maintenance Man was great, had a wonderful personality and fixed the item right the first time! --

August 2010

I have been coming to Ocracoke for 25 years, and I'm only 25 years old. My family has always as long as I can remember rented from OIR and we've always been satisfied. This was my first time renting on my own and it has been a great experience, no wonder my grandparents always rented from you. The house was excellent! Everything was so clean and in order, the house had everything we needed and more in the kitchen. Our stay in Ocracoke was something I'll always have fond memories of and I know we'll be back next year and hopefully every year after, renting from OIR of course! Thanks for your service. --

August 2010

I was so glad to find a pet-friendly beach with a reasonably priced and well-furnished pet-friendly rental condo. My husband's grandparents come to the beach with us every year, and it is alway challenging to find a place to accomodate their 2 boston terriers (who they would never travel without). The entire reservation process was a breeze and took a lot of stress out of our beach trip planning this year. Thanks!

-- Ashley

August 2010

We have been coming to Ocracoke Island since 1982, camping during the early years and as our children grew up....renting from Ocracoke Island Realty since the late 1980s. The OIR rental homes and service have always been excellent. We always come home from Ocracoke Island feeling refreshed and renewed. We look forward to seeing you all again soon. Thanks so much! -- Cathy

August 2010

We try to vacation on Ocracoke every year and never have we had a bad stay anywhere. Thanks and keep up the great work. Hope to see you next year.
-- Maria

July 2010

We have been using Ocracoke Isand Realty for 26 years, and the staff is always friendly.We love Ocracoke and hope to return to the Cabanas next year.
-- Jimmy and Beth

July 2010

Kim was the best! When I was trying so last minute to find something...she made it totally positive.
-- Bill and Cecelia

July 2010

It had been 13 years since we stayed on Ocracoke. We were not disappointed - and had a wonderful week. We look forward to our next visit, and we won't wait 13 years!
-- Dan and Diane

July 2010

Ocracoke is the best kept secret in North Carolina and I hope to become a part-year resident soon. --

July 2010

I came into the office a couple of times, from checking-in to making new reservations for next year, and the entire staff was very helpful. We come to the island twice a year and this year we are coming three times. In all cases, the stafff has been very helpful. -- Jack

July 2010

Everyone I've dealt with in the office is so friendly and helpful, especially Doreen! --

July 2010

You guys are the best! -- Ken and Betsy

June 2010

*All the girls I speak with are friendly, helpful and PATIENT!! Thank you! My week at Ocracoke is the best of my year....always! I selfishly wish less people knew about Ocracoke! Ha!
* Doreen was very welcoming and friendly. She helped me print and fax an important document.
* Sidra is a rental goddess. Sidra Rules! Words cannot express how awesome she is.
* I wish I knew her name (Kim), but the very first lady I spoke with over the phone when reserving the rental was so incredibly helpful. You are really lucky to have her - she answered all of my numerous questions about the island. She is the kind of person that keeps people coming back in my opinion to rent again in the future.
* Dee was great in helping find a vacation rental. I will use her in the future! -- What Our Guests Are Saying About Our Staff

May 2010

We even stayed two extra two days at the Sabra's Cottage and can't wait to come back. What a beautiful Island. Ocracoke is the ideal place; 5 min from the beach and a short boardwalk to the beach and you can walk for miles, if you so choose and not run into a single beach chair. We will be back to our second home again in the near future, maybe the fall, if the economy allows. Thank you for your hospitality. Doreen Robinson of Ocracoke Island Realty was most helpful. -- The Greenes

May 2010

My experience with Ocracoke as well as with your "Realty" was exceptional. We had a wonderful vacation and look forward to many more! Thanks again! -- Fran

May 2010

Doreen was very helpful and always courteous and considerate whenever we called. We have been coming to Ocracoke Island for 24 years and always stayed in a motel; this is the first time we have ever stayed in a vacation rental. We really love the Cabanas and would like to stay there every time we come to Ocracoke. It is was bright, clean, well appointed and very, very comfortable. It felt like home! We will be back next year and maybe even in the Fall. Thank you so much for making our vacation super! -- J.T. and DiDi

April 2010

Thank you, we so enjoyed our time on the Island. Your services were great. The staff very friendly and eager to please the renters (us)! We will be back. Thanks again, -- Rebbecca & Shawn

April 2010

I called the office earlier today asking for help finding a house similar to Sabra's Cottage (which we LOVE but were too late in booking this year). The lady who answered was extremely helpful and matched me up with this great house. Thanks for taking the time to help me find a house with the amenities we were looking for. Can't wait for our Ocracoke vacation to start! -- Amanda King

April 2010

We always have a very positive experience with Ocracoke Island Realty. Diamond in the Rough is a great house for us to stay in - this is the 2nd year we've stayed there and have already reserved it for next year, can't wait! -- Peggy

April 2010

This was our second time on Ocracoke and our second experience with you folks. Again, we greatly enjoyed the experience. Your staff was most helpful, and our rental cottage--both in its amenities and its location--was terrific. If the endless and cold Maine winters drive us south again, we will definitely head for Ocracoke, Ocracoke Island Realty, and this particular rental. --

October 2009

We have been using Ocracoke Island Realty most of the 30 years that we have visited the island. We have received excellent service! We Compliment All of You! -- Fleet B

Learn More About What Makes Ocracoke Island Realty So Special:


Ocracoke Island Realty
P.O. Box 238
1075 Irvin Garrish Hwy
Ocracoke, NC 27960
Rentals: 1-877-646-2822
Sales: 1-877-646-2822
Local Phone: 1-252-928-6261
Fax: 1-252-928-1065
E-Mail: Sales | Rentals
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Affiliated Companies
Village Realty
5301 S Croatan Hwy
Nags Head, NC 27959
Rentals: 1-800-548-9688
Sales: 1-800-548-9688
Rentals Fax: 1-252-441-8259
Sales Fax: 1-252-441-1042
E-Mail: Sales | Rentals
www.VillageRealtyOBX.com
The Castle on Silver Lake
Bed & Breakfast

155 Silver Lake Road
Ocracoke, NC 27960
Reservations: 1-800-471-8848
E-Mail: Innkeeper
www.TheCastleBB.com
First Colony Inn
6720 South Virginia Dare Trail
Nags Head, NC 27959
Reservations: 1-800-368-9390
E-mail: Innkeeper
www.FirstColonyInn.com