About this Property

Absolutely unbelievable pet-chummy bungalow with BRAND NEW Private Swimming Pool right on the beach! Feel the sea as never before in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home away from home. Very calming interior with a spiral staircase between the 2 levels. Nicely appointed kitchen with a very huge bar/dining area ideal for an oyster feast! Savor the sound of the surf at nighttime on one of the premium beaches on the NC Coast! Step off the outdoor space nearly directly onto the beach, catch the next peerless wave, throw in a line for the freshest seafood, or give yourself the tan of a lifetime. You've never experienced the beach rather like this. Reward yourself with the holiday of a lifetime.

Wonderful new 16 mile walking and cycling path in Emerald Isle.

Joyce Jones
PDL Beach Properties

Wallet-Friendly Tips

• Many property managers and vacation rental homes provide Morehead City area promotional guides which feature money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the property management company and the vendor itself. These guides can provide a good start to your vacation rental search.
• Flexible about when you can take a trip? The off-peak seasons typically offer terrific rates on weekly rental accommodations.
• Plenty of property management companies and owners offer rate reductions for active duty and veteran men and women of the Armed forces, or returning vacation goers to the same property. Be sure to check with vacation rental company to see if your visiting group qualifies for a reduced price.
• Some properties are essentially catered to particular clients, whether it is soundside units with fishing pier passes, city-center condos with walkable access to shopping or waterfront homes that feature private boat launching areas. Be sure to prioritize your proximity to the family activities and interesting attractions you are most excited about.
• Rental companies and individual home owners generally offer their customers an opportunity to obtain trip insurance coverage. Trip insurance, which generally costs somewhere between 1% - 5% of the basic vacation rental cost, offers travellers reimbursement of their rental costs for any missed as a consequence of health related emergencies or storms, in addition to ensuing extra hurricane evacuation costs or charges, like an unforeseen motel stay or additional gasoline.

The Rental Process

First-timers are often times shocked at the number and wide variety of short term vacation rentals available in the Morehead City area. With such a wide selection, clients are certain to come across a rental which fits their desires and price range.

Rental homes are often owner operated or managed by property management companies. For property owners not directly involved with the management of their vacation home, management companies are critical in helping vacationers with booking, check-in, housekeeping, and any repairs and maintenance issues that may occur.

Below are some tips and methods to help you understand the rental home search and reservation process.

How to find and book the right vacation rental:

Do you think "Fantastic Ocean Front Cottage with Private Swimming Pool right on the Beach!" is the best rental for your upcoming family vacation? Read through this guide to confirm it fits all of your preferences.

Start Your Search Early

Morehead City vacation homes start booking early. To ensure the very best selection of properties, we suggest searching and reserving your Morehead City getaway Six-Twelve months before your travel dates, whenever possible. Many families decide to start their search during Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year gatherings.

Find your Area and Establish Dates

Agreement can be tough among family members, but the moment this difficult part is complete everything will quickly drop in place.

Just How Much Vacation rental Do You Really Need?

How many family members are joining your vacation? Consider that most vacation rentals advertise maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in the living room. You will need to determine what is suitable for your group. Most rental home listings will describe each of the unit's specific bedrooms and beds.

Stick to a Budget

Make sure that "Fantastic Ocean Front Cottage with Private Swimming Pool right on the Beach!" satisfies your price range *during your desired dates*. Make sure you get cost-sharing commitments from friends and family before reserving an expensive vacation property. A single member of your group will need to be given the task of collecting contributions and acknowledging responsibility for the whole rental fee at time of reservation.

Create a list of "Preferences" and "Requirements"

What amenities is the group trying to find? Is a screened-in porch a necessity? Are you more interested in wildlife or night life? Will the home have bicycles and body boards for use during your stay? Make a list of priority amenities to help narrow your search.

Special Criteria

Appropriate accessibility could make or ruin a visit for the less-mobile. Make certain to remember and inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment requirements..

Paws-Friendly, Please

Make sure to include your furry family members. While many vacation rentals permit dogs and cats, rules and costs vary per rental. Study your agreement carefully! Additional fees or deposits may be applied to your agreement.

Its Time to Search

Once the location, time and people are decided, search multiple resources to get the best vacation rental selection. Besides Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we recommend searching Google for "Morehead City local rentals" for local rental management companies. Local companies generally have an exclusive collection of rental homes daily and weekly.

Negotiate

When you have found your dream rental, double check to make sure your travel dates are available.

Some rental home owners will negotiate rates, and some won't. If the price isn't negotiable, the number of nights might be. Off-peak season offers your best opportunity to negotiate a lower rate.

Study the Total Agreement

You will want to know which services are included:

• Utility bills
• Internet Connectivity
• Phone service
• Pool and hot tub heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Housekeeping
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance policies
• Key exchange
• Parking Fees

In addition to the regular price, visitors have to pay local taxes when renting "Fantastic Ocean Front Cottage with Private Swimming Pool right on the Beach!", along with various other additional fees which might be required depending on their circumstances, including a dog fee, early check-in or late check-out fee, or a pool heating fee for private pool usage during the fall or spring months.

Cancellation Policies

Cancellation policies vary for each rental. You will likely be offered trip insurance. Trip insurance safeguards the renter against emergency situations and weather events, It gives comfort should tragedy strike.

Book your Rental

As soon as you think you've found "the one", begin the booking process. You'll likely need to submit a security deposit at time of reservation.

Know Who to Call

Put the rental manager's contact info into your phone and wallet for quick access to answers during your stay.

Congrats! All that is left is making the most of your vacation!

During your Stay

• Take notes of any problems immediately after you arrive. We also advise immediately phoning the property manager with a report of any damage, together with your request for any repairs.
• Ask questions. You might need guidance for a fireplace, Television set or spa. Contact your home manager. They are there to help. A quick phone call eliminates many headaches.
• Please remember to respect your nearby neighbors. . Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by visitors next to your residence.
• Ask a local. Local residences can often point you in the right direction.
• Be sure to protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the vacation rental secured while you are away, exactly like you would at home.

Leaving Paradise

• Tidy up a little bit. Even if you're having to pay a housekeeping fee, The vacation home really should be in good condition. Kitchen sinks brimming with pots and pans, substantial sand on the floors and sticky messes should be remedied before leaving.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental home one final time and look for damages. Whenever possible, do this walk-out assessment with the property owner present. If the property owner is not available, make sure to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did you enjoy your stay? Virtually all rental management company sites request testimonials after your stay . Property owners and rental managers will appreciate your glowing ratings. If something went wrong, we advise being pleasant but genuine about your experience. Top property owners and managers will work hard to correct the problem.

Use Your Experience

Does everybody want to go back? Ideally everything turned out to be outstanding and you're all set to reserve the same rental home for next season. Otherwise, you've gained invaluable experience to help with another search.