About this Property

3 Bedrooms/ 2 Baths: Duplex: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Set of Bunk beds.

This holiday rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.

Four FSTVs with extended cable, wireless internet. Tile floor in main living, dining, kitchen, and bathrooms. The carpeting in bedrooms. Giant screened-in back porch with access from two bedrooms. Well-appointed home with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, dining for six at the table plus four stools at the kitchen bar. Infant gate. Approximately 2 ½ blocks to beach access. Gas and charcoal grilles. Few steps to Shagger Jack's restaurant and other businesses. Corn hole game. Parking for two cars, boats cannot be parked at the unit. Unit only accepts modest dogs (20lbs or less). Off-season monthly but dogs and cats MUST be approved prior. Nightly available with two nighttime minimum stay.

Money Saving Strategies

• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guides which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. Be on the lookout for these catalogs and discount books, since this allows visitors to take advantage of those terrific attractions at a possibly considerable discounted.
• Prefer to stay away from the crowds of people? The off-peak seasons typically offer terrific rates on rental properties.
• Plenty of vacation rental companies and owners offer discount rates for active duty and veteran members of the US Military, or repeat vacationers to the same vacation home. Make sure to check with vacation rental company to see if your travelling gang is eligible for a markdown.
• Some homes are primarily suited for specific types of visitors. Event homes are great for weddings, receptions and corporate escapes. Some rentals appeal to wildlife enthusiasts. Other properties are situated close to nightlife. You'll receive the best value from a rental that most directly suits your ideal trip setting, even if it costs a tad bit more.
• Vacation rental companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their clients the option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs somewhere between 1% - 5% of the basic term price, provides travellers reimbursement of their rental expenses for any days missed a result of personal health related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing extra hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unplanned hotel room stay or additional fuel.

The Rental Process

Newcomers tend to be shocked at the range and variety of weekly vacation rentals available in the Southport area. With such a wide selection, vacationers are sure to select a property that fits their expectations and price range.

Rental homes are often owner operated or managed by property management companies. For owners not directly engaged in the management of their properties, management companies are critical in helping families with reserving, checking-in, house cleaning, and any routine service problems that may arise.

We've constructed a brief guide to assist you in getting most from your vacation rental experience.

Searching for and reserving the best rental home:

Do you think "House" is the best rental home for your next family vacation? Browse through this check list to make sure it fits all of your preferences.

Start Your Search Early

Southport rental properties are reserved months (and up to a year) in advance. To ensure the best selection of vacation rentals, we recommend searching and reserving your Southport rental 6-12 months in advance, whenever feasible. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental..

Choose your Town and Vacation Week

Agreement can often be difficult between relatives, but once this difficult part is finished everything will start to fall in place.

Selecting an Correctly-Sized Rental

Establish who is attending the vacation, and just how many/what kind of bedroom arrangement you will need. Try to remember that a lot of rental homes advertise maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in the living room space. You will need to figure out what is most appropriate for your company. Generally rental listings will describe each one of the unit's specific bedrooms and beds.

Exactly What Are You Prepared to Spend?

Check to make sure "House" works with your price range *during your desired week*. If several groups or relatives are sharing the cost, check to make sure each group understands their responsibilities and has approved a maximum they are prepared to contribute. One member of your company will have to be in charge of collecting repayments and acknowledging responsibility for the whole rental price at time of booking.

Property Features

What amenities is your group looking for? Is a swimming pool reallynecessary?Are you looking for a rental home with open-air kitchen? Are you more interested in a natural landscape or amusements? Are linens offered with the rental agreement, or will you need to take your own? Gather a list of "necessities and wants" from your group to help filter your search to the most appropriate rental.

Accessibility and Special Factors to consider

Adequate accessibility could make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make sure to remember and inquire about wheelchair accessibility, pool lifts and special equipment needs..

Your Puppy Deserves a Holiday, Too

Are you or other people in the crew travelling with a family dog? Even though quite a few vacation homes allow cats and dogs, guidelines and fees fluctuate per property. A number of constraints may dismiss a prospective rental. Study your agreement thoroughly! Charges may apply when animals are added. Ask questions *before* you reserve!

The best places to Search

Several websites exist to match renters with property owners.. Together with Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we advise searching Google for "Southport local vacation homes" for local vacation rental management companies. Aside from offering distinctive rental properties, local companies offer you top-notch service..

Negotiate

Re-read the description to be sure the vacation rental has everything you need. If it is lacking, the rental management company may know of similar properties that fit your style and budget..

Some rental home owners will negotiate prices, and some will not. If the rate isn't negotiable, the number of nights might be. Your easiest potential for a lower rate is switching to an off-season week.

Study the Entire Contract

Read the entire agreement and make certain you understand who is liable for:

• Utility bills
• Internet
• Long Distance Phone Service
• Pool and hot tub heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Daily Cleaning (If Available)
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance policies
• Check in & Check Out Key Exchange
• Parking Space

Get a total that incorporates taxes, pet and other extra fees.

Trip Insurance

Cancellation policies vary with each vacation rental. You'll probably be offered trip insurance. Trip insurance, which typically costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the standard rental price, provides guests with reimbursement of their vacation costs (and subsequent vacation property costs) for any days missed resulting from personal medical-related emergencies or storms, in addition to hurricane evacuation expenses, such as a unforeseen motel stay or additional gas.

Book It

When everything seems correct, it's finally time to sign on the dotted line. Remember that most rental agreements require a substantial rental down payment and/or security deposit to protect the home owner.

Where to Get Help

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

Congratulations! All that is left is enjoying your vacation!

During your Stay

• Record the overall condition of the rental home immediately upon arrival. We also suggest promptly getting in touch with the rental manager with a report of any damages, together with your request for any repairs.
• Should there be any ambiguity about vehicle parking, rules of the property, property access, swimming pool operation, etc... we suggest you ask the property manager immediately. A phone call can save hours of difficulty.
• Be respectful of the local community. More often than not, adjacent homes are filled by permanent locals. 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. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great date night, or the best areas for night life?
• Make sure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the vacation home locked up while you are away, exactly like you would in your own home.

Check Out Time

• Always make sure you've packed everything. Inspect drawers, bath cabinetry and wardrobes.
• As soon as your things are all out, perform a walk-through of the property to be certain no property damage occurred in the course of your stay. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever feasible (this may not be possible).. If the property manager is not available, make certain you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• How was your vacation? Just about all rental home management companies and rental websites allow customers to give comments. If the rental and/or property manager was outstanding, they will likely appreciate your recommendations. If anything went wrong, we recommend being kind but honest with regards to your rental experience. Top owners and managers will try very hard to rectify the issue.

Use Your Experience

Did they like the property? With a little luck everything turned out to be ideal and you're ready to reserve the rental for your next vacation. If not, you have acquired valuable experience that will help with another search.