Stayed July 2024
"I only wish that the lower steps leading to the inside (both in the front and in the back of the house) were lower. I have very arthritic knees and getting onto that first step is quite difficult. "
Stayed July 2024
"We love Better Days and will continue to rent👍. There is only one maintenance issue which needs to be addressed quickly, though. The dishwasher keeps pulling away from the counter and the trays fall out. It needs to be secured. "
Stayed June 2024
"Perfect support, cleanliness, and attitudes. All need pay increases for their hard work. "
Stayed May 2024
"Our stay was awesome!"
Stayed May 2024
"Always prrfect"
Stayed May 2024
"Perfect!"
Stayed April 2024
"Great house very clean kitchen has everything you would need. You do need to open the closet in the bedroom that has the king bed. I work a fair amount of time on Portsmouth so I have found me a new home. Thanks looking forward to seeing you guys late summer fall. Thanks and Blessings Phil Cunningham "
Stayed November 2023
"Beautiful weather- we were lucky. We enjoyed kayaking on the sound. Lovely, comfortable house."
Stayed November 2023
"We loved the house! Perfect size, perfect amenities. Perfect comfort. Thank you Better Days!!! "
Stayed October 2023
"House was great as it has always been in my prior stays. "
Stayed September 2023
"Always great!"
Stayed September 2023
"Ocracoke has a special magic, and we loved our stay again this year. OIR was easy to work with, and Better Days was exactly as described, perfect for our family and dogs. Well- equipped kitchen helped us produce some top-notch meals (with some help from Ocracoke fresh seafood). "
Stayed August 2023
"Better Days is a great house and we really enjoyed our stay. It's our third time there.
Ocracoke Island Realty does a great job, and we like it over VRBO because they are always so responsive. "
Stayed August 2023
"Fourth time we’ve rented Better days. Unfortunately the house was in its worst shape. House had a terrible smell when we arrived. Floor was sandy. Dishes were dirty and every time something was used it had to be cleaned first including all of the silverware. Found woman’s underwear behind the couch in the master bedroom, easy to see. "
Stayed July 2023
"We had a wonderful stay, as usual! We love the house. "
Stayed June 2023
"Outstanding service and information before, during, and after our stay. "
Stayed May 2023
"Better Days was a wonderful house for our family vacation. We made great seafood meals in the large kitchen. We played card and board games on the front porch and dining room table. We ate a couple of meals on the back deck. It is in a great location. We spent much time at Ocracoke Coffee. We rented bikes and biked everywhere. The house is close to the beach, hiking trails, stores, restaurants and the brewery. My children even biked over for a yoga class nearby. This was one of our best family trips. The house was comfortable and functional for our purposes. We hope to come back to this property again."
Stayed May 2023
"excellent!!"
Stayed November 2016
"November 2016 Stay - this was by far the best place we have ever stayed in down here!! we loved it !! very well kept and comfortable! ! we will be back!!!😄"
Stayed September 2016
"September 2016 Stay - wonderful week on Ocracoke. This is our 3rd year in Better days. we have been coming to the outer Banks for over 35 years, mainly Hatteras Island. Ocracoke is by far the best. Better days is the best house we have ever stayed in. The amenities, the location and fenced yard and screened porch were all great. Thanks to the Gaskill's for a great home, and letting us stay there.
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Stayed September 2016
"September 2016 Stay - Better Days is a wonderful Ocracoke style house to stay at during our vacation. This is our third year here, and we look forward to our stay next year. Fenced yard, grill, backyard patio and screened front porch makes it relaxing, secluded and peaceful. Thank you and have a great year."
Stayed August 2016
"August 2016 Stay - It was a very nice house. We have rented houses on the island for decades and this was by far the nicest one we have stayed in. Close to everything, very clean, everything worked and a fabulous kitchen. We bought seafood and cooked most nights.
It was the perfect base of operations for the whole extended family - some spent more time in town and others on the beach - but we all met up later in the day for good food and conversation. We hope to rent this location again."
Michael from Crozet
"June 2019 Stay
Better Days is our favorite Ocracoke rental. The convenience of having Ocracoke Coffee, Slushy Stand, and great shops within a few steps from our door is really nice. Easy access to the beach highway only adds to the great location."
Denise from Angier
"September 2018 Stay
Better Days was a wonderful and very comfortable home. The fenced in large back yard was perfect for our golden retriever traveling companion. The kitchen is well stocked with all the utensils and pots/pans needed for cooking. Loved the gas stove and the washer and dryer were very nice. Back right flood lights need to be replaced but the left side worked perfectly. The front screened porch with ceiling fans is where we spent quite a few lazy hours after morning beach or exploring time. The beds are very comfy and having linens provided is most welcome and convenient after a long travel day. We had such a nice stay and hope to be back soon. "
Mark from Lewisberry
"August 2017 Stay
Wonderful home with everything you could ask for. Thank you to the owners for providing the extras to make us comfortable. Everything was upscale, from beds and furniture to decor and a well stocked kitchen. This truly felt like a home, not a rental... and only 2 doors away from Ocracoke Coffee! See you in the Spring!"
Martha from Durham
"April 2017 Stay
excellent experience. love this house which I rent two or three times a year. every year improvements. the owners and you folks keep it so nice. thanks."
Mary from LITITZ
"November 2016 Stay
this was by far the best place we have ever stayed in down here!! we loved it !! very well kept and comfortable! ! we will be back!!!"
Robert from Slippery Rock
"September 2016 Stay
wonderful week on Ocracoke. This is our 3rd year in Better days. we have been coming to the outer Banks for over 35 years, mainly Hatteras Island. Ocracoke is by far the best. Better days is the best house we have ever stayed in. The amenities, the location and fenced yard and screened porch were all great. Thanks to the Gaskill's for a great home, and letting us stay there."
Jennie from Loudonville
"September 2016 Stay
Better Days is a wonderful Ocracoke style house to stay at during our vacation. This is our third year here, and we look forward to our stay next year. Fenced yard, grill, backyard patio and screened front porch makes it relaxing, secluded and peaceful. Thank you and have a great year."
John from Minnesota
"August 2016 Stay
It was a very nice house. We have rented houses on the island for decades and this was by far the nicest one we have stayed in. Close to everything, very clean, everything worked and a fabulous kitchen. We bought seafood and cooked most nights. It was the perfect base of operations for the whole extended family - some spent more time in town and others on the beach - but we all met up later in the day for good food and conversation. We hope to rent this location again."
