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Island House of Wanchese

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Pirate's Cove Marina

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Front of property
Exterior
Lexy's room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds
Property grounds
Zena's Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Cleo's Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Cleo's Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lexy's room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Lexy's room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Zena's Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Zena's Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, DVD player, books

Willie's Hideaway Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
104 Old Wharf Road, Wanchese, NC, 27981

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Marina - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 20 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 21 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 24 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Poor Richards Sandwich Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Island House of Wanchese

Bed & breakfast near Pirate's Cove Marina
Located close to Bodie Island Lighthouse and Jennette's Pier, Island House of Wanchese provides a garden, a library, and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and water sports equipment
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, beach towels, and books
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Island House of Wanchese pet-friendly?

Yes, Island House of Wanchese allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Island House of Wanchese?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Island House of Wanchese?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island House of Wanchese?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island House of Wanchese located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pirate's Cove Marina, Jennette's Pier, and The Lost Colony. North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island and Outer Banks Beaches are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Island House of Wanchese Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 318 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean stay with excellent breakfast and really kind hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing! Peaceful unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great experience. Clean, friendly, and convenient. The staff was super attentive. This is my new go-to on the OBX!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was extremely gracious and knowledgeable of the area. The home was stunning and beautiful.The southern breakfast was delicious. Everything about the stay was wonderful and I would highly recommend it. The house is 102 years old.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home and garden is stunning - so quiet and peaceful. In the spring, it smells so sweet. The hosts were very kind, very responsive to messages and make a great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Inconvenient location, dated house with too many tchotchkes, very narrow steep stairs to rooms. Positive aspects: lovely couple who runs the B&B, very clean, comfortable bed, delicious treats available for guests.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay and the breakfast was very good. Beware of the mosquitos if you take a walk outdoors!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Bertie was very helpful and made our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic home ... comfort beds and linens....excellent breakfasts....we wish to stay😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third time staying at The Island House. Check-in was easy and the breakfast was wonderful, as usual! The owner and staff are incredibly welcoming and make you feel at home. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The stay was relaxing, the staff was very nice, and the food was excellent. My only criticism is that the bathroom needs to be updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to the beach but far enough away for it to be nice and quiet. Breakfast was amazing, so delicious! Service was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room (The Willie) was very clean. The host was very nice and the breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Island B&B

Overall enjoyable stay. Good breakfast. Helpful owner. Except for some evening noise from the room below us, quiet and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homey, clean, and pleasant staff. Breakfast included was yummy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little B&B - polite staff. We’d be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Leighette

Liked: Staff & service
The owner was wonderful and so was the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place and very quiet. The breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moises

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host and cooks were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Island House of Wanchese! Beautiful home. Lots of nostalgia. Convenience of everything but also tucked away in a quiet dreamy island town. Hosts were great and breakfast is wonderful!! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Federico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience. Will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Amenities
Nice house, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023