A Gritty Palace. Gorgeous. Oceanfront. Pool and Hot Tub! - Vacation rental home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Oceanfront 14’ x 26’ swimming pool and hot tub (pool is closed from November through March). Three primary suites each with K, hottub, and TV, one on top floor with oceanfront deck. Bonus room on the top level with QSS. Elevator goes to all levels. Dishwasher, 2 fridges, washer/dryer, wet bar, two-zone wine cooler, 7 flat-screen cable TVs including 48” HD plasma and surround sound in living area, oceanfront deck, primary bath, and top floor bedroom, DVD player, wireless Internet access, ceiling fans throughout. Reverse floor plan (Main living area on top floor) delightfully furnished and decorated. Panoramic unrestricted view of Atlantic Beach. On a clear day, you can see the Cape Lookout lighthouse (bring your binoculars). Covered and open decks with porch furnishings, gas grille, and an outside shower. Professionally landscaped. Recommended close by golf courses are Morehead City Country Club and North River. Simple access to NC Aquarium, Fort Macon, welcome center with sizable gift and book shop, historical Beaufort, and Cape Lookout. Weekly only. Available year-round. No smoking. No family pets.

About the Area

Located in Pine Knoll Shores, this vacation home is on the beach. Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Rachel Carson Reserve. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect rental home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• To get the most suitable vacation home within budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at Beaufort, NC restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Beaufort, NC area visitors guides which will include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and choosing the perfectvacation home:

• To start, have your family decide on vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. A Gritty Palace. Gorgeous. Oceanfront. Pool and Hot Tub! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you reserve your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Some properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.
• If there's a particular Beaufort, NC attraction you love, look for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Tips to have a great stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Upon check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at departure. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to inspire new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.