LOCATION, privacy, spaciousness! Be on the beach instead of sitting in traffic! - Vacation rental home in Kitty Hawk, NC

About this Property

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

Welcome to Salty Souls!

It's really true, location is everything. This well-appointed beach home is conveniently located just mins. away from Wright Memorial Bridge, with simple access (600 yards) to the beach and shopping (2 miles). Our home is in an amazing location, with peaceful private surroundings in a low traffic area. Only a few mins.' walk to a life-guarded beach with pedestrian light to get you there safely. The location provides painless access to shopping areas (Harris Teeter, Food Lion, and Walmart less that 2 miles away), and convenient beach parking (in case you don't want the short walk). With 5 bedrooms, including 3 master suites, a private pool area, hot tub and Rec room (with queen futon sleeping option), your family will have plenty of space to spread out and savor a incredible vacation. Our floor plan is unique, affording additional privacy in two of the master suites. You can appreciate the sunrise/sunsets on over 1,100 square feet of decking. There is a private pool area with plenty of poolside seating. Pool is heated year-round. Neighborhood amenities include, tennis courts, Bocce ball and volleyball courts, marinas, parks, and playgrounds. And we are centrally located to Outer Banks golf areas.
From May to September this is a 7-day Sunday to Sunday rental. In the off season we are happy to discuss units for a minimum of 5 nights. Reservations made more than 60 days in advance must be secured by payments of at least 50% of the total amount at the time the booking is made, with the remainder due not less than 60 days prior to check - in. Reservations made less than 60 days in advance must be secured by payment of the total amount due. See Vacation Rental Agreement for further information.
FAMILY GROUPS ONLY: the use of the premises is restricted to "families". A "family" as used herein means parents, grandparents, kids, spouses of kids and extended family members visiting at the premises. Use of the premises by Fraternities, Sororities, or Unrelated Groups under 24 years of age is prohibited. Occupancy is restricted to the number of Occupants for the Premises set forth in the property description. Salty Souls operates under the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act and will commence and expedited eviction under this law if a home is rented under false pretense.

Level 3:
Split level: master bedroom (with King, walk-in closet, CATV, private deck, and private bath with double headed shower and double sinks). Great room with vaulted ceiling, CATV/DVD, Surround sound, Wii, and sliding doors to covered private deck.
Level 2:
3 bedrooms (1 with King, CATV, private double sink bath with tub/shower, sliding door to deck; 1 with Twins, CATV, shared bath/shower, sliding door to deck; 1 with 2 double beds, CATV, shared bath/shower).
Level 1:
Ground/split level: recreation room with Queen sleep futon, wet bar and full bath. CATV/DVD, PlayStation, X Box 360°. Master bedroom (with King, CATV, private double sink bath/shower). Sliding door to private deck.

Property Conveniences
• Beds: 3 King, 2 Twin, 2 Double, 1 Queen sleep futon (linens supplied)
• PRIVATE POOL (16 x 32) (May 15 - Sept 30)
• HOT TUB (6 person)
• Wireless internet access
• Free long distance within the United States
• 7 CATVs, 2 DVDs, PlayStation, X-Box 360°, Wii
• Corn hole game
• Ceiling fans throughout
• Gas fireplace (November – March)
• Microwave, dishwasher, breakfast bar
• 2 Pack and Plays and 2 Booster seats with trays and straps
• Sun & covered decks
• BBQ
• Under home parking
• Outdoor shower
• $100 Active/Retired Military discount
• Approximate distance to beach access: 660 yards - Lifeguard at our beach all summer
• DOGS ACCEPTED (2 max) with a $150 pet fee. Fenced dog-yard.
• NO SMOKING
• Combination lock

Community Conveniences
• Playground with basketball, soccer, and bocce ball areas
• Volleyball court at Hillcrest beach access.
• Tennis
• Marinas
• 2 Beach parking tons (parking pass included)
• DOGS ON THE BEACH: From May 15 to September 15 of each year, dogs are allowed on town beaches before 9 A.M. and after 6 P.M. with a leash not to exceed ten (10) feet in length and must carry a scooping device. Leash laws enforced remainder of year.

HOME RULES:

1. LEASE NOT ASSIGNABLE. The Tenant shall not assign this agreement or sublet the property in whole or part.
2. CHECK-IN. Salty Souls has an electronic lock. The Tenant will be supplied a lock code in a welcome package prior to the check-in date. The lock code will be good for the term of the VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT. Check-in time is 4:00 PM on the beginning date of your reservation. While we can’t guarantee and early check-in, every effort will be made to get the property ready as early as possible. Tenant can request a text message indicating that the property is ready for them, in case the property is available earlier than 4:00 PM.
3. CHECK-OUT. The premises must be vacated by 9:00 AM on check-out day to allow time to prepare the home for the next scheduled tenants. Tenant is responsible for washing dishes or loading and starting the dishwasher, taking out the trash, emptying the refrigerator, securing the doors and windows, and leaving the home in a reasonable state of cleanliness. Failure to comply will result in a deduction from your security deposit. Please ensure that you have removed all of your belongings, as we cannot be responsible for items left on the premises.
4. NONDISCRIMINATION. Owners rent without respect to the race, color, religion, gender, national origin, handicap, familial status, sexual orientation, or gender identity of any Tenant.
5. FAMILY PETS. Only MATURE DOGS (2 max.) are allowed. There is a fenced dog yard. A pet crate is recommended for use when you leave your pet alone in the home. Tenant is responsible for cleaning the area around the property of all pet excretions. Do not allow your dog in the pool or hot tub. Any extraordinary cleaning or material damage by your pet to the property, pool or hot tub will be the responsibility of the Tenant and shall be deducted from the security deposit or charged to the credit card on file. Fleas are prevalent in beach areas, so please treat your dogs with a flea repellent prior to, and/or during, your stay. Cats and other animals are stringently prohibited (unless agreed to by owner). If you do bring a dog, a non-returnable pet fee ($125.00) is charged to aid in cleaning and flea treatment expenses. In Southern Shores, from May 15 to September 15 dogs are allowed on the beaches before 9:00 AM and after 6 PM with a leash not to exceed 10 feet and dog owner must carry a scooping device. Beaches in other towns may have different ordinances.
6. SMOKING. Smoking is not allowed inside the home and is grounds for immediate eviction. Please exercise care if smoking outdoors and dispose of butts in a proper container.
7. ACCOMODATIONS. Salty Souls is equipped for normal housekeeping and includes standard kitchen appliances, dishes, pots and pans, silverware, coffee pots, a blender, two microwaves, an electric griddle, crock pot, etc. All beds have bed pads, bedspreads, blankets, and pillows. Bed linens are included, and should be left in the unit upon check-out. Towels can be rented for an additional charge, or should be brought from home. There is a washer and dryer and vacuum cleaner for your use. Cleansers, laundry detergent, and paper products are not included (there will be starter toilet paper in the bathrooms). The home has smoke detectors on every level and batteries are replaced at regular intervals. No guarantees are given for TVs, DVDs, or video game players and no rebates will be given for malfunctions of equipment, cable, phone, or internet access. Please respect the owners locked closets. These are not supplied in your rental of the property.
8. MAINTENANCE. We endeavor to keep the home and its equipment in good working order. Please notify Owner of any difficulty you have during your stay so repairs can be made promptly. There will be not rebates given for unfavorable weather, early departure, interruption of utilities, or maintenance problems. Owner or Owner’s agent has the right to enter premises during tenancy to inspect and make repairs, with reasonable notice to Tenant. Every effort will be made to correct problems within 24 hours, but occasionally circumstances require a longer repair time.
9. TELEPHONE. Salty Souls has a land line for your use. Local calls, calls to toll complimentary numbers, and long distance calls within the continental United States may be made without limit. Oversees calls must be made with a credit card or on your cell.
10. INTERNET: Salty Souls has wi-fi internet access. The password will be supplied with the welcome package and posted throughout the home. Be advised that the unauthorized exchange/download/upload of copyrighted material (music, software, movies, etc.) may be prohibited by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Such unauthorized exchange/download/upload is stringently prohibited under this Agreement, and Tenant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Owner from any civil or criminal prosecution that may result from such unauthorized and prohibited use.
11. GRILL. A gas-grille is located on the upper deck. There is also a charcoal grille on the lower level in the rear of the home for use on pool deck. Please do not move the charcoal grille onto any of the decks – it’s a fire hazard. Please clean grilles before you leave so they are ready for the next guest.
12. POOL and BEACH EQUIPMENT. There are beach chairs and beach umbrellas in the storage closet on the right in the hallway from the car port towards the rear of the home. There should also be some pool noodles. Feel complimentary to use them, but please bring them back from the beach so they are available for next guests.

About the Area

Located in Kitty Hawk, this vacation home is by the sea. Glazin' Go-Nuts and Wright Brothers National Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kitty Hawk Pier and Sea Scape Golf Links. Children at Play Museum and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tips and Tricks to get the best vacation home experience:

When to visit & When to book:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. To get the best value, try changing your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Kitty Hawk vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers usually offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Kitty Hawk visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on local tours, shops, and attractions.

Choosing and booking the rightrental:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. LOCATION, privacy, spaciousness! Be on the beach instead of sitting in traffic! has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking websites. If not, email the property management company before booking the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home.
• During arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from 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.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to compel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.