About this Property

The pretty Emerald Isle beaches are open and it's the ideal place to relax during this time. New cleaning protocols for COVID-19 in effect! The home, supplied bed linens and bath towels are being thoroughly cleaned per guidelines between each guest. This sweet beach bungalow is just steps away from the beach and on the choice part of the island! We think you'll appreciate this home just as much as we do! It’s radiant, sunny and supplied with everything you’ll need to make you feel appealing. NEW this year: Hard floor throughout, 55" SMART tv for the living room, Keurig coffee maker, rugs and some bed quilts!

Emerald Isle is one of our favorite places in the whole world! And this home is so close to the beach and in such a safe, whimsical, peaceful neighborhood. We knew this was a home where we could build many family memories and we hope you will too! You can appreciate the calming sound of sea waves from one of two decks all day long. It's so convenient to everything too! It's less than a 3 min. walk to the beach, close to eateries, stores, grocery stores, and many other attractions. The EI bicycle path leads directly to our neighborhood and you can bicycle just about everywhere! There's a newly remodeled playground for the children in our neighborhood just down the block. We've supplied the closet with games and books, and the kitchen has everything you'll need to feel at home. For your tranquility of mind, we also have an AWESOME unit manager in the neighborhood should any problems arise during your stay.

(This is a NON-SMOKING AND NO FAMILY PETS home.)

Money Saving Rental Tips

• Find the official tourism bureau in the area you wish to travel. Many tourism bureaus will offer you printed guide books with special offers for rental properties, restaurants and tours. Be on the lookout for these publications and promotional books, since this allows vacationers to discover the same wonderful activities at a typically considerable discounted.
• Desire to steer clear of the crowds? Off-peak rates are usually a fraction of peak prices.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Military may be able to get cost savings. Be sure to check with property manager to see if your vacationing crew qualifies for a reduction.
• Is there a certain activity you are most longing for during your stay? If there's a certain New Bern activity you simply love, search for rental properties that cater especially to you.
• Rental companies and individual home owners generally offer guests an opportunity to obtain trip insurance coverage. Trip insurance, which generally costs somewhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay cost, provides visitors reimbursement of their rental expenses for any missed as a result of personal medical emergencies or storms, in addition to ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel room stay or additional fuel. Trip insurance can be a bank account-saver if the unforseen happens (heaven forbid!).

General Rental Home Tips & Tricks

First-timers are often times shocked at the range and wide range of daily, weekly and monthly vacation rentals available in the New Bern area. With such a wide selection, guests are sure to discover a rental that suits their wishes and budget.

Rentals are usually owner operated or managed by rental management companies. Property management companies are popular with property owners mainly because they manage the internet marketing and operations..

Below are great tips and strategies to help you understand the rental search and booking process.

Searching for and reserving the best rental:

Before you start to book "Beaches are OPEN! Bright, Clean, Affordable, and Steps to the Beach! ", examine our short list of considerations.

Start Your Search Early

New Bern vacation rentals start booking early. To guarantee the greatest selection of properties, we advise searching and reserving your New Bern rental home Six-12 months in advance, whenever possible. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental..

Select your Town and Travel Week

Start by picking which particular area of New Bern you want to explore, and the choose dates you'll be vacationing.

Just How Many Beds?

How many relatives are joining your vacation? Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in the living room. You'll need to determine what is suitable for the party. Most rental listings will summarize each one of the unit's specific bedrooms and mattress sizes.

What Exactly Are You Willing to Shell out?

Make certain "Beaches are OPEN! Bright, Clean, Affordable, and Steps to the Beach! " suits your budget *during your desired week*. If a few individuals or family members are sharing the cost, confirm that each party knows their responsibility and has agreed to a maximum they are prepared to contribute. Most rental documents call for a single individual to be in charge of the whole reservation.

Rental Home Features

What property features is your group interested in? Do you only desire a home with a swimming pool, spa tub or volleyball court? Are you more interested in a natural landscape or nightlife? Are extras like beach chairs, barbecue grills, umbrellas, buggies or coolers at your disposal and included with your rental home fee? Make a list of priority amenities to guide filter your search.

Accessibility and Special Things to consider

Grandma and Grandpa will appreciate you for not renting a stairs-access-only property on the Third floor. Make certain to remember and inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and special equipment needs..

Your Puppy Deserves a Holiday, Too

Are you or other people in the family traveling with a family dog? Animals are welcome at many rentals, but policies can vary. Type of animal, size and breeds could be controlled. You'll want to study descriptions and contracts carefully. Additional charges may apply when pets are added.

Its Time to Search

. In addition to Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we recommend searching Google for "New Bern local rental homes" for local vacation home management companies. In addition to having exclusive rental properties, local companies provide you with top-notch service..

Negotiate the Price

When you've located your dream rental, double check to make sure your vacation dates are available.

Some rental owners will negotiate rates, and some won't. If the price isn't negotiable, the number of nights might be. Negotiating rates is more effective throughout the off-season when many properties sit empty.

Read The Agreement

Read the whole agreement and make certain you fully understand who is responsible for:

• Power bills
• WIFI Access
• Telephone service
• Pool and hot tub heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Housekeeping
• Trash collection
• Maintenance (get a phone number)
• Check in & Check Out Key Exchange
• Parking requirements

In addition to the standard rate, vacationers will have to pay local taxes when renting "Beaches are OPEN! Bright, Clean, Affordable, and Steps to the Beach! ", as well as any other additional fees which might be mandatory based upon their circumstances, including a pet fee, earlier check-in or late check-out fee, or a pool heating fee for private pool usage during the autumn or spring months.

Cancellations Happen

Make sure you understand the cancellation policy before booking. Many vacation property contracts include an option for trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs ranges from 1% - 5% of your base rental home cost, provides travellers with reimbursement of their vacation costs (and subsequent vacation property costs) for any days missed as a result of personal medical related emergencies or storms, in addition to hurricane evacuation expenses, such as a unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas.

Book It

When everything seems right, it's finally time to sign a rental agreement. Bear in mind that most rental agreements will require a significant rental deposit and/or security deposit to protect the property owner.

Where to Get Help

Don't forget to get the property manager's contact telephone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. We suggest keeping the contact's information in your cell phone and wallet.

Congratulations on reserving your rental! You're on the right path to a terrific vacation!

During your Stay

• To make certain no damages are linked to your stay, create a record of any trouble spots of the property. We also suggest immediately calling the rental home manager with a report of any wear and tear, together with your request for any repairs.
• Ask questions. When there is any ambiguity about vehicle parking, policies of the house, property access, pool operation, etc... we advise you ask the rental home manager promptly. A phone call can save several hours of trouble.
• Please be respectful of the neighborhood. Residents will likely be as friendly to you as you are considerate of them. 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. Local residences can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best chicken wings, have a great night out, or the best areas for night life?
• Enjoy your stay! Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental home locked up when you are away, exactly like you would in your own home.

Check Out Time

• Tidy up a little. Although you're spending money on a cleaning fee, The vacation home should really be in sound condition. Sinks stuffed with dishes, excessive sand on the floors and sticky messes should really be remedied before you leave.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental home one final time and look for damages. We suggest walking through with the rental manager whenever you can (this may not be possible).. If the property manager is not available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• How was your getaway? Nearly all rental sites seek reviews after your stay is complete. Rental owners and rental managers will appreciate your glowing ratings. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or when the property wasn't as described, you will want to note that in your comments.

Learn from your Experience

Hold a meeting with your family. Does everybody want to return next year? With a little luck everything was fantastic and you're happy to re-book the same rental for your next vacation. Maybe the rental was not quite right, and you will better know how to improve your search for the next vacation.