“Spivey’s Korner” Ocean Views, Easy Steps to quiet sandy Beach - secure WiFi - Vacation rental home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1460 square feet

Pool opens First week of May - Closes First week of October
(Opening and Closing dates can be effect by weather conditions).
Nicely maintained ocean view townhouse located roughly 15 miles between Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle on NC's Crystal Coast. Semi-secluded location offers non busy beach just a few steps out the door with convenient proximity to local eateries, attractions, and shopping. Area attractions include NC Aquarium, Fort Macon, and the historical town of Beaufort. The townhouse has ocean vistas. Also there is the natural scenery view including the ocean from dining room and master bedroom balconies. WiFi is available and we also supply a private secure internet access within the unit. Complex has a swimming pool and ocean front decks available to renters. The unit is 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, with living room, dining room, and kitchen. King size bed in Master bedroom, Queen size bed in 2nd bedroom, two Twin size beds in 3rd bedroom, and a Queen size couch bed in the living room. Washer/dryer, 2 flat screen TVs with cable in living room (Samsung Intelligent TV) and master bedroom (Roku Intelligent TV) DVD players, Queen bedroom TV with Roku with access to Xfinity, removable bed rails for modest kids, a high chair, pak-n-play, tons of books and games. Please remember to bring your sheets and towels. Not interested in doing that? Well, call and reserve your linens with Island Essentials - they can help you out!

Please note there is a Security Camera located in carport.

Updates and changes include:
2023 - New Roku TV in Master bedroom, new microwave, beach chairs, coffee pot ????
2022 - Central Air Conditioner and Heat Pump were replaced, New glass top electric stove, Polywood table and chairs for deck, new floor in entry, stairs, landings and bathrooms, comfort height Toto toilets in Master and Guest bathrooms, Roku installed on TV in Queen bedroom

2021 - Polywood outdoor rockers and table on deck, new windows, new hot water heater, freshly painted deck floor, Samsung 55” Intelligent TV in living room

2020 - new screen door on boardwalk, touch door locks

2019 - completely repainted, new lights, mirrors, sinks, faucets, countertops and cabinetry in all bathrooms, all new window treatments, new garbage disposal, light in kitchen (always something new being added)

2018 - new beds in all bedrooms, new dishes, kitchen silverware, and other comfort amenities such as cushions and pillows.

2017 - brand new AC unit, couch bed, adore seat

2016 - brand new refrigerator, dishwasher and dryer.

2015 - granite kitchen counter top, kitchen sink and faucet.

2014 - tile floor in kitchen, half bath and dining room area. TV in master bedroom.

This property was purchased in 2017 from a fellow ocean lover who wants to make sure your time at the beach is comfortable, casual and accepts you to just savor the experience of being on the water and sand. I am in the process of updating and making changes.

Notes:
We have few beach chairs and a beach umbrella. But we can't guarantee they are still there, and maybe some beach toys (they come and go :-)


IMPORTANT Additional Information:
- Damage Insurance $59 or you can apply a returnable deposit
- Week Units (there can be exceptions as needed, please contact owner)
- FAMILIES ONLY, NO SMOKING, NO FAMILY PETS (these rules are specified by the HOA)
- Linens NOT included. For linens and towels, you can rent them from the local supplier, Island Essentials, and they will deliver and pick up at the unit.

About the Area

Located in Pine Knoll Shores, this vacation home is on the beach. Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Coral Bay Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Traveling with kids? Consider Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: This is the policy of the HOA

Our top New Bern vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Money saving strategies:

• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Reserve your vacation in the Fall or Spring to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a New Bern vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply New Bern area travel guide magazines that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find New Bern visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Begin by selecting your vacation dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. “Spivey’s Korner” Ocean Views, Easy Steps to quiet sandy Beach - secure WiFi has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our New Bern vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property management company before reserving the rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs applied to your agreement.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Tips for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many concerns.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, remember to take video of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.