About this Property

Sand Pebbles C21 with WIFI - This is a charmingly finished unit in a remarkable oceanfront complex with great vistas of sea and pool from all rooms except guest bedroom. With wood and tile floors, 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with a remodeled completely outfitted kitchen w/ new appliances. Appreciate the additional outdoor space w/ hammock, complimentary wi-fi, 2 flat screen tv's, DVD player & many DVD's and books. Brief walk to many eateries and Tiki Bar. Golf, fish from charter boat or from surf. Visit Aquarium, Fort Fisher, USS N.C., or take ferry to Southport. Complex has 2 pools. min. occupancy 6 with 1 queen, 2 twins and queen sleeper couch. Parking for max. 2 cars.

Money Saving Rental Tips

• Search for the tourism bureau where you want to travel. Most official tourism bureaus will offer you guides with special deals for lodging, dining and tours. Search for these guides and discount books, because this allows vacation goers to enjoy the very same wonderful activities at a possibly considerable discounted.
• Flexible about when you might visit? Off-peak times offer up substantive savings.
• Are you a armed forces veteran? Many management companies offer markdowns to vets and active-duty military. Be sure to confirm with vacation rental company to see if your vacationing group is eligible for a discounted rate.
• Is there a certain experience you are mainly longing for ? If there's a specific Southport activity which you just love, look for properties that cater especially to you.
• Property management companies and individual property owners commonly offer clients an option to purchase trip insurance coverage. Trip insurance, which generally costs somewhere between 1% - 5% of the base vacation rental cost, offers guests reimbursement of their trip expenses for any days missed as a consequence of health-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing extra hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel room stay or additional gasoline. Trip insurance can be a bank account-saver if the unforseen occurs (heaven forbid!).

The Rental Process

Many people are shocked to discover just how many vacation homes are available in their area of interest. With such a wide selection, guests are certain to select a rental home that fits their desires and budget.

Vacation rentals are commonly owner operated or managed by rental management companies. Property management companies leverage scale, systems and knowledge to provide convenient operational management on behalf of the property owner..

Here are some ideas and techniques to help you understand the vacation rental search and reservation process.

Searching for and booking the perfect rental property:

Do you think "Sand Pebbles C21: 2 BR / 2 BA condo in Carolina Beach, Sleeps 6" is the perfect vacation property for your next getaway? Browse through this guide to ensure it fits all of your preferences.

Search Early and Often

Southport rental properties are reserved several months (and up to a year) in advance. To ensure the very best choice of properties, we advise searching and reserving your Southport vacation home Six-Twelve months in advance, whenever possible. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental..

Settle on your Place and Travel Week

Agreement can be tough between family members, but as soon as this challenging part is finished everything will begin to fall in place.

How Many Bedrooms?

Determine who is attending the vacation, and how many/what kind of bedroom arrangement you should have. Try to remember that many vacation rentals list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in the family room. It is important to determine what is most appropriate for the company. Generally rental home listings will describe each one of the unit's specific bedrooms and beds.

Decide on Your Budget

The majority of vacation homes are advertised with a price range. Confirm the price for your chosen week. It might be at the top end of the range. Be sure to get cost-sharing commitments from travel companions before reserving a pricey vacation property. Generally speaking, one person in the group will be in charge of making the whole reservation and getting each party's share.

Create a list of "Wants" and "Necessities"

What property features is your family trying to find? Are you looking for a rental with outdoor kitchen? Are you more interested in wildlife or night life? Will the unit have bicycles and body boards available for use as part of your stay? Make a list of "needs and wishes" from your party to help filter your search to the most appropriate rental.

Accessability

Do some members of your crew have specific needs? Make certain to remember and ask about wheel chair access, pool lifts and special equipment requirements..

Paws-Friendly, Please

Are you or other members of the crew traveling with a family dog? Dog guidelines are different at each rental property. Study descriptions thoroughly. Read your contract very carefully! Extra charges may apply when animals are included. If in doubt, ask the property owner and get it in writing.

Searching the Internet

When the location, dates and attendees are decided, search multiple resources for the best rental home selection. Besides Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we suggest searching Google for "Southport local rental properties" for local rental management companies. Apart from offering exclusive rental properties, local companies offer fantastic service..

Negotiate

Re-read the description to make sure the property has everything that you need. If lacking, the home management company might know of similar properties that better suit your style and budget..

Some rental home owners will negotiate rates, and some will not. If they are unwilling to budge on a highly-desirable stay, try asking for an additional night. Your best prospects for a reduced rate is switching to an off-season week.

Read The Agreement

It is advisable to know which services are included:

• Utilities
• WIFI Access
• Long Distance Phone Service
• Pool Heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Cleaning Fees
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance policies
• Check in & Check Out Key Exchange
• Parking Space

Ensure that your quoted fee includes all state taxes and fees.

Do you know the Cancellation Policy?

Cancellation policies are different with each property. Vacation rental management companies and property owners often offer their clients the option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs ranges from 1% - 5% of your standard rental home price, provides travellers with reimbursement of their vacation costs (and subsequent rental property costs) for any nights missed a result of personal hospital emergencies or storms, in addition to hurricane evacuation expenses, such as a unforeseen hotel stay or additional gas.

Complete the Reservation

When everything seems right, it's finally time to sign a rental agreement. You'll likely be required to submit a security deposit at time of booking.

Know Who to Call

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

Congratulations! All that is left is enjoying your vacation!

During your Stay

• Photograph on your arrival. To ensure no damages are attributed to your visit, make a record of any trouble spots of the property. Contact the property manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a difference of opinion about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and communication attempts should be helpful.
• If there is any ambiguity about parking, rules of the house, condo access, swimming pool operations, etc... we suggest you ask the rental home manager promptly. A quick phone call eliminates many hassles.
• Make sure to be a good neighbor. Permanent residents usually live within earshot. Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by vacationers next to your residence.
• Ask a local. Natives are a good source of recommendations.
• Don't forget to protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the vacation rental secured when you are away, exactly like you would at home.

At the end of your stay

• Double-check every space of the rental property to make sure that you've gathered all valuables.
• Make a point to walk through the rental home one final time and check for damage. If at all possible, do this walk-out inspection with the property owner present. If the property owner is not available, make sure you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• How do you feel about your choice? Many rental management companies and rental search sites allow renters to give reviews. If the rental and/or property manager was top-notch, they will likely appreciate your compliments. If something went wrong, we advise being pleasant but straightforward with regards to rental experience. Top owners and managers will work hard to rectify the problem.

Learn and Improve

Hold a vacation recap meeting with your travel companions. Did they enjoy their rental? If everything was fantastic, next year's trip planning will be quick. Otherwise, you have gained invaluable rental search experience that will help with another search.