Unless you will be traveling to Ocracoke by private boat or plane, you (and your vehicle) will arrive on the island by ferry.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation provides year-round ferry service to Ocracoke Island from Hatteras Island (North), Swan Quarter (Northwest), and Cedar Island (Southwest). The ride to/from Hatteras is free and takes approximately 40 minutes. The ride to/from Cedar Island or Swan Quarter lasts about 2 1/4 hours and requires a fare. Full details of departure times and fares may be obtained by visiting http://www.ncferry.org

We highly recommend that our visitors call ahead for reservations when traveling between Ocracoke and either Cedar Island or Swan Quarter by phoning one of the following numbers. It is an unpleasant experience to arrive at the dock and find the ferry fully booked. No reservations are taken for the Hatteras ferry, it is strictly first-come, first-served for those without local passes.

Ocracoke Island Driving Directions to the Cottages
At Captain Ben's Restaurant on Highway 12, turn onto Middle Road. Travel to the Ocracoke Child Care Center and turn right at the stop sign. Proceed to the road's end at Trent Drive. The cottages are on your left facing Trent Drive.