About this Property

Sleeps 9
5 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Private vacation home
Approximately 2200 square feet

Ballyhoo House is a waterfront home with charming vistas of the North River. It was rebuilt in 2022 to have a modern open floor layout. It has 3 bedrooms with queen beds, 2 full baths, and a sleeper couch in the living room. The backyard patio is very private and has amenities for most outdoor activities(gas grille, gas fire pit, 4lounge chairs, outdoor lighting, outdoor dinner area). The home also has a gameroom with foosball and pool table as well as an additional sectional couch that can double as another bedroom if needed. The driveway is rather enormous, it is wide enough to fit three cars side by side or your boat. Harkers Island bridge boat ramp is 9 miles away, Lennoxville boat ramp is 6 miles, and Radio island boat ramp is 6 miles away.

About the Area

Located in Beaufort, this vacation home is on the waterfront. North Carolina Maritime Museum and Mount Maker Charters are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Arts and Things Gallery and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Cashless transactions are available

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tricks and tips to get the best vacation rental experience:

Getting the best value:

Book your rental home in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
In the Beaufort, NC area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Booking your vacation property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
Find a copy of your local Beaufort, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides have deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Choosing the perfect vacation rental:

Start by selecting trip dates and a budget.
Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. Secluded waterfront home that is 5 min away from downtown Beaufort has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property management company before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or applied to your invoice.

Considerations for your stay:

We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
During check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent lots of problems.
Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've not otherwise known!
Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would back home.
Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected everything. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
Record a video to document the condition of the property.
Did you have a wonderful stay? Most rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.