About this Property

Walking distance to Beaufort Historic District, Eateries, Bars, stores, b-ball/tennis courts, public dock and ferry service to beaches and Cape Lookout Lighthouse.
Ideal for weddings, family and friend get-togethers, multiple family vacations.

4 full and 2 half baths
2 separate kitchens and living areas
Off street parking for smaller cars, golf carts

First Floor: Front Porch, Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom suite with a king size bed. 2 Queen bed bedrooms with shared jack and jill bathroom.

Second Floor: Front Porch, Kitchen, Dining Room table and additional Kitchen counter seating. Living Room off the kitchen. The Master Bedroom has a King Size bed and huge master bathroom, shower area. There is a full bed bedroom with access to master bath.
Enormous porch off master bedroom with constructed in seating. 2 Queen bedrooms with shared jack and jill bathroom.

Loft: Grand loft with wet bar and two twin beds with linens. Water view porch.

Widows Walk with expansive vistas of Rachel Carson Reserve, Shackleford banks, Cape Lookout, Beaufort Inlet, and the Atlantic Sea.

Please Note: NO SMOKING ACCEPTED IN THE HOME.

Additional Services available including:
Beach gear units
Pet walking services
Private exercise services
New Bern and Beaufort Airport Transfer services

FAMILY PETS: Please note modest-mid size (40 pounds or less)well mannered home trained dogs and cats allowed (one per reservation). Additional costs apply for stay ($25.00 per nighttime). If excessive shedding/damage occurs following stay cleaning/damage costs will apply.

Money-saving Tips

• Search for the tourism bureau where you want to visit. Most established tourism bureaus will send guide books with special offers for rental management companies, dining and tours. These guides can provide a great start to your rental home search.
• Are you willing to switch your dates? Off-peak times offer up sizeable deals.
• Active Duty and veterans of the U.S. Military may be qualified for discounts. Make sure to confirm with vacation rental company to see if your visiting group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Some homes are primarily suited for particular groups of guests. Event homes are perfect for weddings, wedding receptions and corporate retreats. Some rentals appeal to wildlife enthusiasts. Other homes are situated close to music venues. You'll receive the most value from a rental which most thoroughly suits your ideal vacation setting, even if it costs a bit extra.
• Consider investing in trip insurance together with your lease agreement. Trip insurance, which usually add between 1% - 5% of the basic rental price, offers travellers reimbursement of their trip costs for any days missed resulting from health emergencies or weather, and additionally ensuing extra hurricane evacuation costs or charges, like an unplanned hotel stay or extra fuel. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforseen happens (heaven forbid!).

How to Book a Vacation Home

Newcomers are often times surprised at the number and wide variety of weekly vacation rentals available in the Crystal Coast area. With such a big selection, guests are certain to find a rental that fits their expectations and spending budget.

Rentals are frequently owner operated or managed by rental management companies. For owners not directly engaged in the management of their home, management companies are critical in helping families with making reservations, checking-in, housekeeping services, as well as maintenance issues that may arise.

Seasoned Crystal Coast vacationers have figured out a number of tips and tricks throughout the years when it comes to renting rental homes, however most beginners will be happy to realize that several "methods" are in plain sight, if you understand how to look.

Searching for and booking the best vacation property:

Before you start to book " Beaufort Kite House - Front Street 7 Bedroom Home ", examine our short list of things to consider.

The Sooner You Begin, The Better The Choices

Like many renowned vacation spots, In Crystal Coast the best vacation rentals are booked very early. For the greatest selection, begin your planning and search 6-12 months in advance of your trip. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental home..

Select a Community and Time

Agreement can be tricky among relatives, but the moment this challenging part is complete everything will begin to slide in place.

Just How Much Vacation rental Do You Actually Need?

Take a head count. How many beds and bedrooms will you be needing? Remember that a lot of homes list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in the living room space. You will need to figure out what is suitable for the family. Precise descriptions of bedrooms and beds are typically accessible on the internet. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before you book.

Create a Spending Limit

Will the chosen rental fit your budget during that choice Summer week? If several groups or relatives are sharing the cost, make sure that each person knows their responsibility and has approved a maximum they are willing to pay. A single individual in your party needs to be responsible for gathering repayments and accepting responsibility for the whole rental price at time of booking.

Let's Talk Amenities

What home features is your family interested in? Are you looking for a rental home with outside lounge? Does the unit need to be beach front, the downtown area, or near night life? Are mattress sheets offered with the rental, or will you need to take your own? Make a list of prioritized "necessities and wants" from your company to help filter your search to the most suitable property.

Special Things to consider

Optimal accessibility could make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. If wheel chair entry, elevators, pool lifts or other special devices are needed, factor that into your search. The majority of vacation home listings include a list of amenities.

What About Furry Family Members?

Make sure you include your furrry friends. While quite a few rental homes permit household pets, guidelines and charges vary per rental. Many limitations may dismiss a prospective rental property. Read your agreement carefully! Extra fees or deposits may be applied to your agreement.

Where to Search

As soon as the location, time and people are decided, search multiple resources for the best vacation rental selection. Besides Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we advise searching Google for "Crystal Coast local rental homes" for local property management companies. In addition to having exclusive properties, local companies provide superb service..

Negotiate the Price

Re-read the description to be certain the home has everything that you need. If it is lacking, the rental home management company may know of comparable homes that better fit your preferences 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. Off-peak weeks should be negotiable more frequently than peak-season..

Read the Entire Contract

You really should know which services are included:

• Electric bills
• Internet
• Phone service
• Pool Heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Cleaning services and housekeeping
• Trash collection
• Maintenance policies
• Key exchange
• Parking Fees

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

Do you know the Cancellation Policy?

Be sure to be aware of the cancellation policy before booking. Many rental contracts include an option for trip insurance. Trip insurance, which typically costs ranges from 1% - 5% of the standard vacation rental cost, provides vacationers with reimbursement of their vacation costs (and subsequent rental home costs) for any days missed resulting from personal health emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation expenses, such as a unexpected motel stay or additional gas.

Reserve It

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

Know Who to Call

Put the property manager's contact info into your smartphone and wallet for easy access to answers during your visit.

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

During your Stay

• Take pictures on your arrival. Take notes of any problems immediately after you arrive. We also advise promptly phoning the rental manager with a report of any damages, together with your request for any required repairs. This can prevent conflicts during checkout.
• You may need instructions for a gas fireplace, Television or spa tub. Contact your property manager. They are there to help. A phone call can save several hours of problems.
• Please be considerate of the neighborhood. Residents should be as friendly to you as you are respectful of them. Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by vacationers next to your home.
• Ask a local. Local people may point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best nachos, have a great date night, or the best places for wildlife?
• Remember to protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental home secured when you are away, exactly like you would at home.

Checking Out

• Double-check every space of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all belongings.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental home one last time and look for damage. Whenever you can, do this walk-out review with the property manager present. If the property manager is not available, make sure you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a great time? Virtually all rental management company web sites seek comments after your stay is complete. Owners and property managers will appreciate your glowing ratings. If something was wrong and they didn't fix it in a acceptable manner, or when the rental home wasn't as described, you should note that as part of your review.

Learn from your Stay

Did they feel about the vacation rental? Ideally everything turned out to be perfect and you're excited to re-book the same rental for your next vacation. If not, you've acquired invaluable experience that can help with your next search.