About this Property

Sleeps 8, 3 Bedrooms/2 Baths: 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 twins, and couch bed. 1st level.
Sea view covered porch with furnishings. Community luxuries include a private beach access across street with gazebo, seasonal pool and hot tub, bicycle racks, cold outdoor shower, and a grilling area with a picnic table and park grilles. Open concept living area. Dining area seats six with two additional seats at bar. Kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, white cabinets and granite countertops. Ceiling fans throughout. Master suite has walk-in closet and a private bath with stand-alone tile shower and hottub tub.

Wallet-Friendly Tips

• Many property owners and vacation rental houses supply Southport area promotional travel magazines which include deals, either offered individually by local companies, or by a relationship between the property manager and the business itself. Be on the lookout for these catalogs and promotional books, because this allows visitors to experience the very same wonderful attractions with a generally substantial discounted.
• Want to avoid the crowds of people? Shoulder seasons offer amazing deals.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Military may be able to get discounts. Be sure to check with vacation rental company to see if your visiting group qualifies for a discounted price.
• Some vacation rentals are practically catered to specific clients, whether it's oceanside homes with weekly fishing pier passes, city-center condos with walkable access to shopping or waterfront homes that have private kiteboarding launching areas. You'll get the best value from a home which most closely matches your ideal vacation setting, even if it costs a little more.
• Think about investing in trip insurance along with your lease agreement. Trip insurance, which generally add somewhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay cost, provides travellers reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed due to medical-related emergencies or hurricanes, and additionally ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, like an unplanned motel stay or extra fuel. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforseen occurs (heaven forbid!).

The Rental Process

You may be surprised to uncover how many properties are available at your destination. Rental homes are gaining in popularity among vacationers, and visitors will find that the sheer number of rentals available allows them to find an suitable retreat to suit their Southport crew, from tranquil condominiums to grand event homes with several bedrooms.

Vacation homes are usually owner operated or managed by property management companies. Property management companies leverage scale, technology and knowledge to provide trouble-free operational administration on behalf of the owner..

We have put together a short guide to assist you in getting most from your rental property experience.

How to find and book the right vacation home:

Do you believe "Star Fish: 3 Bed/2 Bath Ocean View Condo with Pool and Hot Tub" is the perfect rental for your upcoming trip? Look over this checklist to confirm it fits your preferences.

Search Early and Often

Southport vacation homes are reserved many months (and up to a year) in advance. Reserving your vacation property 6-12 months in advance is recommended, whenever possible. Holiday gatherings are a great time for groups to plot their Summer family trips..

Find your Area and Decide Dates

Agreement can be tough between close relatives, but the moment this difficult part is finished everything will quickly drop in place.

Just How Many Bedrooms?

Establish who is joining, and just how many/what type of bedroom arrangement you will need. Remember that most vacation rentals list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in the living room space. It is important to determine what is suitable for your party. Most vacation home listings will describe each of the unit's specific bedrooms and beds.

Stick to a Budget

Make certain "Star Fish: 3 Bed/2 Bath Ocean View Condo with Pool and Hot Tub" works with your price range *during your desired dates*. Be sure to get cost-sharing commitments from loved ones before reserving an expensive vacation property. Most rental agreements call for a single individual to be liable for the entire reservation.

Compose a list of "Preferences" and "Requirements"

What amenities is your family trying to find? Is a screened-in porch a necessity? Are you more enthusiastic about wildlife or amusements? Does the unit have bikes and body boards available for use during your stay? Make a list of priority conveniences to help narrow your search.

Accessability

Commonly the senior generation has challenges with stairways. Make sure to remember and ask about wheelchair entry, pool lifts and special equipment needs..

Have You Considered 4-Legged Family Members?

Remember to include your pets. While a number of vacation homes allow animals, guidelines and fees fluctuate per property. Type of animal, size and breeds can be limited. Ensure that you study descriptions and contracts carefully. Extra charges may apply when pets are added. Ask questions *prior to* you book!

It Is Time to Search

A number of internet resources exist to match renters with rental owners.. In combination with Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we recommend searching Google for "Southport local vacation homes" for local vacation home management companies. Apart from having distinctive rental properties, local agencies provide you with top-notch service..

Negotiate

Re-read the description to make certain that the home has everything that you need. If lacking, the rental home management company may know of very similar homes that fit your style and budget..

While not true for all properties, many rental owners and property managers will negotiate rates. If they are unwilling to budge on a peak-season stay, try asking for an additional night. Negotiating rates is more effective throughout the off-season when many homes sit empty.

Study The Contract

You really need to know which services are included:

• Utilities
• WIFI Access
• Long Distance Calls
• Hot Tub Heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Cleaning services and housekeeping
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance policies
• Key exchange
• Parking Fees

Get a total that includes taxes, animal and other additional fees.

Cancelling your Vacation Property

Make sure you understand the cancellation policy before reserving. Vacation rental management companies and individual home owners commonly offer their clients the option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which frequently costs ranges from 1% - 5% of the base rental home cost, can provide travellers with reimbursement of their vacation costs (and subsequent rental property costs) for any nights missed as a consequence of personal health-related emergencies or storms, in addition to hurricane evacuation costs, such as a unexpected hotel stay or extra gas.

Reserve your Vacation Property

When you feel you've found "the one", begin the reservation process. Bear in mind that most rental agreements will require a considerable rental deposit and/or security deposit to cover the vacation rental owner.

Get Contact Info

Be sure you get the manager's contact telephone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the contact's details in your phone and wallet.

Good luck on booking your vacation rental! You're on the right path to a terrific vacation!

During your Stay

• Record the condition of the rental property immediately upon arrival. We also suggest immediately phoning the property manager with a report of any damage, along with your request for any critical fixes.
• Should there be any ambiguity about vehicle parking, rules of the property, condo access, pool operation, etc... we suggest you ask the rental home manager promptly. A phone call can save hours of trouble.
• Remember to respect your neighbors. Frequently, neighboring residences are lived in by permanent residents. Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by visitors next to your primary residence.
• Ask a local. Locals are a good source of advice.
• Make sure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the vacation home secured while you are away, exactly like you would at home.

Leaving Paradise

• Clean up a little bit. Regardless of whether you're spending money on a house cleaning fee, The vacation rental needs to be in good shape. Kitchen sinks stuffed with dirty dishes, excessive sand on the floor and sticky messes should be addressed before leaving.
• Make sure to walk through the rental home one final time and look for damages. If possible, do this walk-out assessment with the property manager present. If the property owner is not available, make certain you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• How would you feel about your stay? Most rental management companies and rental search sites permit renters to give reviews. If the rental home and/or property manager was terrific, they will appreciate your positive reviews. If anything went wrong, we suggest being understanding but completely honest about your experience. The best property owners and managers will try very hard to solve the situation.

Learn and Improve

Hold a vacation recap meeting with your travel companions. Does everyone want to return next year? Hopefully this guide helped you find a terrific rental. Otherwise, you have acquired valuable rental search experience that will help with your next search.