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3bd, 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Pantego, NC
  • Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Roanoke River Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Lake Phelps
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Pantego

When you stay at this vacation home in Pantego, you'll be 3 minutes by foot from Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. .This vacation home is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Belhaven Memorial Museum and 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Belhaven City Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Belhaven Memorial Museum - 18 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Roanoke River Lighthouse and Maritime Museum - 26 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Pettigrew State Park - 51 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Lake Phelps - 56 min drive - 61.9 km

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3bd, 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge

Welcome to Pocosin Ridge. Surrounded by farmland and adjacent to the Pungo Unit of Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, this property offers tremendous unobstructed views all around. Enjoy watching the tundra swans and snow geese fly overhead in the winter and view the black bears throughout the spring, summer and fall. Completely renovated 3 bd, 1 ba. A touch of modern with the subtle blends of antiques and country decor. Fast, reliable fiber WiFi internet keeps you connected while still being able to step out the door and be away from it all.
4 miles from Pungo Lake, 1 mile from Pungo River paddle trail, 2 miles from MJ's Country Store (convenience store serving breakfast and lunch), 20 minutes from Belhaven, 30 minutes from the Swan Quarter to Ocracoke ferry. 1 hr drive to the Outer Banks.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features wheelchair access, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Leah

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

3bd, 1ba Across From Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge Pantego
Pocosin Ridge 3bd 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge

3bd, 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne E., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for Pungo!

Well equipped, and couldn't be closer to the wildlife refuge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D., North Beach, MD USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

This house was perfect for us, we were there to see the swans and pungo lake was close by. It’s an older home but decorated cute and was very clean AND there was a loaf of pumpkin bread and jam waiting for us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location for Exploring Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge

Situated right on the Refuge Road, the location can’t be beat, but this is also an overall great VRBO. The cottage has been nicely refurbished, has all the amenities you’ll need and the owners are great and went out of their way to help make our visit Spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D., North Beach, MD USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The location is perfect for exploring the Pungo Unit and viewing wildlife. The home is spacious, clean, and has plenty of sunlight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best location

Great location for wildlife viewing. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything you could possibly need. Mjs country store has great food to go. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for our family

We were able to enjoy a comfortable stay close to the wilderness we wanted to explore. Comfortable beds, CLEAN, WiFi, Had Kitchen amenities that we needed and more, great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Weekend

Spent another long weekend in the area exploring some different bodies of water. Had another wonderful trip. Look forward to the next one.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT location

It was supposed to be me and my sister but her plans changed so my hubby came with me. It was a PERFECT location to spend 3 days at Pungo looking for bears and wildlife. Before we have stayed IN Washington and had to drive an hour each way roughly. Now we could go out as many times as we wanted to throughout the day and then return to rest at the house and use the bathroom and eat etc....... There is a Great Horned Owl that perches each night across the street on trees and poles and came in the yard at least once or twice each night. The house was comfortable and very clean. I have already made reservations for a few times next year. The little corner store makes breakfast and lunches. Simply limited menu but worked out well. I would recommend. The house had all the things needed in the kitchen. I always bring my Keurig and it broke. I was happy to find that the house has a coffee maker AND all the supplies (filters, cream, sugar, coffee). They always had a bunch of cooking spices, and all the laundry soap, dishwasher tabs, dishsodp, hand soap and shampoo that we needed. Sheets and towels were high quality. We needed for nothing while there. Perfect stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat again and again

Host provides all necessary amenities and something for the sweet tooth! Repeat visitor that will keep coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness

Second stay at this jewel and will be back !!

We absolutely love this home. It’s located on a preserve that offers wonderful photography in the winter (birds) and spring (bears) and many other species of animals/birds throughout the year. The home has everything you would want/need - TV, cable, internet, well supplied, outdoor seating and on the preserve. We will be back !!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to get away

The house is very clean and well maintained, It has a big yard outside with plenty of room surrounded by beautiful farming fields. Equipped with all modern appliances that worked perfectly -made cooking easy and the whole trip so comfortable. Thanks for letting us come back. 5 stars!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Can't Wait for Our Next Visit

This is our third stay on Leah's property, and we're already thinking about when we can go again. On two sides are huge farm fields, and the property is on the very edge of the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. We've explored this area in spring, summer and fall, and each time found a different profile of critters. Bears, turtles, birds, etc., etc.. Whenever I write a review of this place I leave out a lot, because we'd like to keep it all to ourselves. Thank you Leah (and family). We hope to see you soon. r&d
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for nature lover

This is the perfect place to stay if you like being in the middle of nowhere. Super clearn, super well-equipped. Easy communication with Leah. We can't wait to come bac!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Retreat

This was our third time staying here and it was just as great as the first! The house is always extremely clean and well stocked with everything that you will need. It's perfect if you are looking to get away from the stress of life and want to slow down.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness

We’re headed back in June !!

We have nothing but good to say about this property ! It was clean, roomy, and had every thing we needed in the kitchen. And the location was perfect for us as we are into nature and photography. The owner was very responsive and helpful. In fact, we enjoyed it so much that we already booked our next visit. If you decide to rent this home, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Second visit

Second visit just as comfortable and enjoyable as the first. Hopefully many, many more.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esther K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet get away. clean and comfortable

House has everything we needed for catching up. Very quiet, except for the frogs and night bird sounds while sitting around the fire pit. Just what we had hoped for.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location!

Perfect location for a nature lover as Pocosin Lakes NWR is directly across the street. House was clean and had everything needed for our stay. Host communicated well and check-in was a breeze. The welcome gift (homemade jam) was much appreciated. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorothee S.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great place!

Such an interesting building (maybe old farmhouse?), wonderfully renovated. We would love to learn more about the building, maybe in the property description. Can’t beat the location next to the wildlife refuge! We went to bed hearing the Great Horned Owl young and woke up to the Bobwhites and saw more wildlife, too, including bears. Also, the homemade blueberry jam was so tasty and appreciated. We would love to go back soon and, if possible, would love to meet our wonderful host then.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

sylvia w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay for Nature Photography

Beautiful location, comfortable accomodations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

RICK B.

Liked: Cleanliness

An upgrade for us

This is a great location for access to the wildlife refuge. While staying here we saw 21 separate black bears and 72 species of birds. The property is in mint condition and the views from the patio across the farm fields are pretty great. Everything exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a quiet location

The property was clean and very nice, we enjoyed fishing in the area around the house, watching the Bears come through the yard was really exciting to see every day in the morning and every evening as well. If you like privacy this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Back Again!

This was our second stay at Pocosin Ridge. First time was only two and a half months ago and this time was just as enjoyable! We spent one day in the Refuge and saw a black bear with two cubs along with countless turtles in the canals. Spent another day at Nags Head, which was only about an hour and 20 minute drive. Pocosin Ridge is such a great escape for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022