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Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden

Guest house perfectly located for exploring Manteo

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Property grounds
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Manteo, NC
  • Place, Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Festival Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Outer Banks History Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manteo

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Manteo guesthouse places you within a 10-minute walk of Dare County Arts Council and Festival Park. Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Outer Banks History Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dare County Arts Council - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Festival Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Outer Banks History Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Roanoke Island Festival Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Vicki B's Restaurant & Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden

Welcome to the "Downtowner". A truly inviting, enjoyable home away from home. This one bedroom suite with separate living room is located as part of a historic home built in 1901 in the town of Manteo with a little bit of everything for you to enjoy. This spacious property with its own porch and entrance. There is one king size bed, a complete tile bathroom with a walk-in shower and a relaxing living room for watching a movie or catching up on emails. The coastal decor and tranquility of the garden will relax you the whole time you're here. The porch is located next to a spacious back yard with a folly for your morning coffee or afternoon cocktail. There are lots of locally owned restaurants in the area for your dining pleasure. The unit's kitchenette consists of a mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Downtown Manteo is home to Outer Banks Distillery, Ortegas Southwest Grill, The Avenue Grill, Olives, Poor Richards, Old Town Creamery, Front Porch, Charis Coffee Shop and The Pioneer Theater with a nightly showing at 8pm. Nearby is the Elizabeth II at Festival Park, the NC Aquarium, Elizabethan Gardens and The Lost Colony outdoor drama. Please send me a text about specifics and I can make suggestions to fill your time with us while on vacation.

Please fill free to contact me on my cell to answer any questions not explained on here.
Patrick

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please do not smoke in the house or light candles or in cents of any kind.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Downtowner Of Manteo
Delight In Manteo Manteo
Garden Delight in Downtown Manteo Manteo
Garden Delight in Downtown Manteo Guesthouse
Downtowner Of Manteo Comes With a $20 Gift Card
Garden Delight in Downtown Manteo Guesthouse Manteo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden to the airport?

This guesthouse is 1.4 mi (3-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

How close is Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden to the beach?

This guesthouse is 9.3 mi (15-min drive) from Outer Banks Beaches and 16.2 mi (29-min drive) from Kitty Hawk Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden to downtown Manteo?

This guesthouse is 0.1 mi away from Manteo.

Downtown Manteo with Secret Garden Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience, Patrick, the host, is a real professional! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great holiday weekend in Manteo. The place was great and quiet. It is walking distance to downtown and all the shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the stay greatly. Garden was beautiful and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My stay

Really beautiful place, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown Manteo

Home base, central to everything we wanted to do. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and convenient!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kory G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic hosts! Great location and space.

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quite area

I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great place to stay

We have stayed here several times. This is a very comfortable, quiet and convenient unit to walk all around Manteo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manteo Visit

Nice accommodations in a great location. Met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful setting, walkable and convenient to downtown Manteo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay.

We enjoyed our stay. Very close to everything. The management was very easy to get ahold of an addressed all of our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite with beautiful gardens

Very clean, nice decor and an awesome property! Loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Perfect for my husband and I to stay in for the weekend while in town for a wedding!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay close to downtown Manteo

The host was easy to work with and communicated well. The place was exactly as advertised and would defiantly stay there again if we are heading that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister vacation

Love the location, love the decor and cleanliness.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

A very quaint setting and beautiful living space. We were very comfortable staying here and the property is very close to the center of town. Shops and restaurants were enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving get away

We traveled down Thanksgiving evening and spent the weekend in Manteo. The Downtowner is our favorite place to stay. The stores and restaurants are within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and Wonderful

The easy breezy nature of this location was perfect for our stay while we attended the Alice Kelly tournament this year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to the Outer Banks Distillery

Great place to stay. Plenty of room for two people. You are right in the social district, also
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unit. Great location.

Super convenient location to explore the quaint village of Manteo. Walk to the shops, restaurants and historical sights. Wonderfully restored interior space in an older home. Nicely appointed, comfortable bed, and great a/c. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the apartment was very clean & nicely decorated. the property and gazebo were welcoming with beautiful gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work trip

Stayed here while in town for work. Very nice place and well decorated. Comfy and warm cabin feel inside. Beautiful yard too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Downtowner

We have stayed here several times. The owners are so nice and responsive. The place is great, the bed is comfortable and the living room has plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024