155 Silver Lake Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960, United States
#3 of 6 hotels in Ocracoke
Guests' ChoiceBased on 55 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Staff
8.5
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 13 August 2025
O'steen
United StatesBed and bed linens could be upgraded. TV also be better.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Bill
United StatesIn addition to above, staff in kitchen unsociable. In our room the bedside lamps- one wasn’t plugged in and there was no plug nearby, the other lamp’s switch to turn it on was tenuous. To watch TV you had to have a streaming subscription for whatever you wanted to watch.
Liked contactless entrance. It was clean, rustic, had a nice view on the upper deck. Walkable to shops and town. I’ve only stayed at one other b & b so my expectations may have exceeded the norm. Did not like: Breakfast was not ‘homecooked’, instead other than the eggs - out of a box. Canned fruit, frozen French toast, potatoes out of a box. Food cold especially the coffee every morning.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Paul
United StatesSome of the facilities, particularly plumbing fixtures, could be updated without compromising the historical quaintness.
Old home charm with widow’s peak overlooking Silver Lake. Nice pool and good breakfast.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 31 May 2025
Moreau
United StatesWe enjoyed the rooftop deck.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 11 May 2025
Dave
United StatesBed was too old and uncomfortable in Jeffrey’s room. Footboard was about to break when you lean on it. Mattress uncomfortable
Location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 24 April 2025
Anna
United StatesI am used to a King size bed and a larger TV screen - but minor complaints when you experience going back in time to a historic place!
Very historic and full of character
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Shannon
United StatesThe castle was clean, the breakfast was awesome, great location, The staff were friendly and awesome. My dislike would be the tv is to small, the bed wasn’t bad but could use some upgrade.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Charlotte
United StatesSometimes, we heard other voices...
Breakfast was great with friendly people. The widow's walk was great for sunsets. The antiques and wood lined rooms are charming. The bed was very comfy and the bath was large. Photos and history of The Castle's original builder/owner was posted and considerably added to the enjoyment!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Gail
United StatesOff season travelers enjoyed our stay , understanding the absence of staff. Had difficulty finding Billy's room because we thought the living quarters in back might be Billy's room.. Maps up front were puzzling. Large complex that we were un familiar with. Then we went inside office-porch and studied maps more carefully.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 27 February 2025
Thomas
United StatesA little warmer in the room , but not bad, as it is February. Not much to do on the island, so be ready to relax.
Breakfast was terrific, saved us $20-$30 and included with the room. Wood throughout the Structure, old and beautiful!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 September 2024
Barbara
United StatesNeed better directions on TV in Billy’s Room #4. I saw where several guests made note of that and still a problem.
Breakfast was wonderful! Variety and healthy choices.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 30 August 2024
Michael
United StatesNothing really.
Comfortable charming room with beautiful view of the harbor. I enjoyed reading about the history of The Castle. I also loved climbing the stairs to take in the view of the lighthouse/ocean. The staff made me feel welcomed.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 21 August 2024
Sherry
United StatesEverything was absolutely perfect. The aesthetic, decor, breakfast and room were wonderful and the room was clean!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 August 2024
Scot
United StatesNo temp control in the room.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 4 July 2024
Todd
United StatesA few of the lights hung really low…my husband..6’2” kept hitting his head. I wouldn’t call the place ‘luxury’ as stated… more rustic. The bikes available were always gone and bed was not the most comfortable.
The location is great and the breakfast was delicious. The history of the place was cool and the home itself was interesting to see. Even though it’s a large B&B really didn’t hear other guests, and only really had to interact at breakfast time.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Janice
United StatesNo personal interaction. The only person we encountered besides other guests was the wonderful woman who makes the breakfast.
Location is great. The property is very unique and fun. Breakfast was awesome. Very nice pool and sauna. Loved the dock across the street.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Kilian
GermanyATTENTION! This is not a reliable accommodation! No one showed up for check-in, emergency phone numbers did not work, email does not exist and there was no reply to booking.com messages. Be aware, Ocracoke is on an island - there are very limited options for alternate accommodations! Thank God Booking.com helped us to get our money back and find another accommodation for the night on that tiny island!
Nothing :)
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 30 July 2025
Tina
United StatesNothing
Very nice facility. Enjoyed the self check in.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Janice
United StatesNeeded more outlets to plug to charge our cellphones and my husband’s battery for his cochlear device. Everything else was great in the room.
Cozy and comfortable… absolutely beautiful interior and exterior! Wonderful breakfast! Easy to walk to a restaurant and other shops. Plenty of lounge chairs by the pool. Love the sauna. Beautiful area. Plenty of parking. Friendly staffs and host. Wishing we could stay longer! Will definitely be back!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
James
United StatesParking was difficult
Nice room
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Jane
United StatesThe breakfast buffet and the friendliness of the staff.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 10 April 2025
Wanda
United StatesThat we didn’t have time to spend another night!
We had to check out early to catch the ferry, and they put cereal, milk, and snacks in our room, plus provided toasted bagels and cream cheese for us to take with us on the ferry.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 5 April 2025
Gerald
United StatesIt’s an old historic building completely paneled in pine, very cool, right downtown, breakfast was great
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 September 2024
Charles
United StatesHow old it was
How quiet it was
Stayed in September 2024
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