WP05: Bragg-Tolson House (Formerly Serendipity)

Description

This inviting, historic, Island cottage beautifully blends the charm of old Ocracoke with the modern conveniences of today. Beautifully landscaped, Bragg-Tolson House offers a quiet retreat at which you can relax and unwind. Cedar shakes and old pine floors throughout combined with an abundance of beadboard only serves to enhance the ambiance.

One lot back from Silver Lake Harbor, Bragg-Tolson House offers harbor access via an easement to the shared boat dock. Your shared dock provides 50 AMP Electric Service and Water.

3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths: 1 with King, 1 with Queen, 1 with two Twins. 3 bathrooms each with shower only.

Amenities include central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless internet access, and 2 flat panel cable TVs. Washer and dryer.

Sheets and towels are provided. Beds are made for your arrival.

The exterior offers shared boat dockage on Silver Lake Harbor with 50 AMP Electric Service, water and fish cleaning bench. Covered porch and ground level deck, hot/cold outdoor shower, shared park style charcoal grill along with a gas grill which is available to both Bragg-Tolson House and the neighboring Pelican's Landing (Formerly Sea Moor Lake) guests.

No Smoking. Parking for 3 vehicles.

Not Pet Friendly. No Pets any kind are permitted in this home. For information please visit our Guest Information “Vacationing with a Pet” on our website.

Short Stays are available; there is a three-night minimum, and these stays can be booked within two weeks of arrival.

Property Layout:

First Floor: Living Room with TV. Eat-in Kitchen and Dining Area. Primary Bedroom with King bed, TV and Primary Bath with shower. Second first floor Bath with shower. Stackable washer/dryer in kitchen.

Second Floor: Bedroom with Queen bed. Bedroom with two Twin beds. Bath with shower.

Availability Calendar

Clear Dates

Bedding

Bedroom 3

2 Twin

Bedroom 2

1 Queen

Primary Bedroom

1 King

Attached Bathroom

Amenities 29

Area

Windmill Point

Bed & Bath

Sheets & Towels Provided

Featured Amenities

King Bed
Primary Bedroom w/ Private bath

Indoor Amenities

Ceiling Fans
Central Air
Central Heat
TV
Washer/Dryer

Informational

Low to Ground
Partial Stays

Internet

Complimentary Internet Access

Kitchen & Dining

Dining Table
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator

Outdoor Amenities

Charcoal Grill
Deck
Fish Cleaning Table
Outdoor Shower
Picnic Table
Shared Dock

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

Property Features

Boat Dock
Smoking and Vaping Not Allowed

Property Type

House

Property View

Harbor View

Turn Day

Sunday

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Location

Reviews 5 (11)

We truly loved the Bragg-Tolson House and enjoyed our stay on Ocracoke very much. We look forward to booking again with Ocracoke Island Realty in the future!
- Reviewed On: 3/12/2026
- Check Out On: 3/11/2026

Thank you for your review. We’re glad you loved the Bragg‑Tolson House and enjoyed your time on Ocracoke. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Ocracoke Island Realty staff

The Bragg-Tolson house provided our family with a lovely lodging experience on Ocracoke. The combination of historic home coupled with modern touches and gorgeous wood throughout made our stay especially meaningful. The quiet location, large back deck area, and dock access added to our overall experience. We hope to stay in this beautiful house again in the future!
- Reviewed On: 3/12/2026
- Check Out On: 3/11/2026

Perfect for our family!

We came in to Ocracoke by boat and this house was perfect for our needs. Docked the boat close by the house. The house was clean and tidy!!!! Great location! Would rent here again!!!
- Reviewed On: 5/17/2025

So happy you enjoyed Serendipity! Thanks for staying with us!
Ocracoke Island Realty staff

Entertained International friends in Ocracoke

We had to book on short notice, because our friends party was larger than expected. The property was perfect. It maintains the charm of Ocracoke, but feels warm and contemporary. It was perfect.
- Reviewed On: 5/12/2025

Thank you for your great review! We're glad you enjoyed the old Ocracoke charm of Serendipity. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Ocracoke Island Realty staff

The house was absolutely lovely! My husband & I own a historic cottage in Kill Devil Hills & always enjoy renting a historic gem . The owners really did a great job of updating & renovating with keeping the classic old school charm! Great location, fabulous layout & design. The outside space with the deck , table & chairs was protected from the wind & a great space to hang out for our Spring break. It was a perfect fit for our small group of 4. I definitely would recommend & hope to rent this cottage again.... Thank-you, for sharing your darling property! Lynn& Wayne
- Reviewed On: 4/6/2024
- Check Out On: 4/5/2024

We love Serendipity! This was our second time staying here. Our only suggestion would be towel bars in the master bathroom.
- Reviewed On: 10/16/2023
- Check Out On: 10/15/2023

We have stayed here before and love it, great location, great house, easy to get around the island, clean, perfect little spot!
- Reviewed On: 10/12/2023
- Check Out On: 10/8/2023

We loved Serendipity! Perfect location and such a cute house! Fabulous family vacation!
- Reviewed On: 8/21/2023
- Check Out On: 8/20/2023

Wonderful
- Reviewed On: 7/31/2023
- Check Out On: 7/30/2023

Entertained International friends in Ocracoke

We had to book on short notice, because our friends party was larger than expected. The property was perfect. It maintains the charm of Ocracoke, but feels warm and contemporary. It was perfect.
- Reviewed On: 6/12/2023
- Check Out On: 6/4/2023

Perfect for our family!

We came in to Ocracoke by boat and this house was perfect for our needs. Docked the boat close by the house. The house was clean and tidy!!!! Great location! Would rent here again!!!
- Reviewed On: 6/1/2023
- Check Out On: 5/17/2023

So happy you enjoyed Serendipity! Thanks for staying with us!
Ocracoke Island Realty staff

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