About this Property

** During the summer we rent Saturday to Saturday. Off-season we require a 3 nighttime minimum **

-- Description --

As part of our Island Collection, 8 31st Ave is a gorgeous beach home you won't forget. Located just one brief block from the sea, you can effortlessly hop on the beach path at the end of the street. Appreciate spending beach time with family and friends in the enormous open floor plan.

The home includes five enormous bedrooms and four and half bathrooms, generous open living spaces, two porches, a rooftop and a convenient elevator to help with suitcases and groceries.

-- Includes --

- 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
- Multiple decks
- Elevator (please inquire if mandatory for accessibility)
- Sea view
- Roof top outdoor space
- Outdoor shower
- Full list of amenities available below

-- Layout --

Bedroom 1: King bed, en suite full bath – garden tub, stand up shower, TV, porch access
Bedroom 2: Queen bed, en suite full bath, TV
Bedroom 3: (2) Twin beds, en suite full bath, TV
Bedroom 4: King bed, Jack and Jill bath – full bath, TV
Bedroom 5: Queen bed, Jack and Jill bath – full bath, TV

-- What Exclusive Properties Offers --

Working with Exclusive Properties gives you a holiday experience unlike any other. With a entirely staffed office located on Isle of Palms and 24 hour emergency line, we are always committed to making sure your stay with us is exceptional.

We manage cleaning and maintenance staffs to ensure the highest quality service. Our concierge services can help you organize private chefs, massage therapists and all the most superb that Isle of Palms has to offer.

-- Policy --

We require the first half of your rental amount at the time of renting. The remainder of your rental amount will be due 45 days prior to your arrival. If you rent within 45 days of your intended arrival, full payment is due at renting.

We offer travel insurance to all of our visitors through Red Sky. Red Sky specializes in the Isle of Palms area and covers you in the occurrence of a mandatory evacuation, medical emergencies, loss of a family member, loss of job, etc.

Each reservation is charged a returnable security deposit. The security deposit will be run in the week leading up to your arrival, and will be thoroughly refunded within 30 days of your departure after we have inspected the home for any major damages.

Money-saving Tips

• Many property owners and rental properties provide Charleston area area vacation discount books which include money-saving promotions, either offered individually by vendors, or via a relationship between the property management company and the vendor itself. Keep an eye out for these catalogs and promotional books, as this allows vacationers to enjoy the very same wonderful activities with a sometimes considerable discounted.
• Willing to switch your dates? Off-peak rates are usually a fraction of top fees.
• Are you a armed forces veteran? A number of rental companies offer unique discounts to veterans and active-duty forces. Make sure to check with vacation rental company to see if your travelling gang qualifies for a price reduction.
• Some homes are primarily suited for particular groups of vacationers. Large event homes are perfect for weddings, wedding receptions and corporate escapes. Some homes appeal to beach bums. Other rentals are positioned close to music venues. Be sure to prioritize your proximity to the activities and sight-seeing opportunities you are most interested in.
• Consider obtaining trip insurance along with your lease contract. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the basic stay rate, offers travellers reimbursement of their travel expenses for any missed as a result of personal health-related emergencies or weather, in addition to ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or expenses, such as an unplanned motel stay or additional gasoline. Trip insurance might just be a bank account-saver if the unforseen occurs .

The Rental Process

Some people are shocked to learn the number of rentals are located in their area of interest. Rental homes are gaining in popularity among vacationers, and visitors will find that the sheer number of properties available makes it possible to find an optimum retreat to suit their Charleston area family, from peaceful condominiums to grand event homes with several bedrooms.

Rental homes are frequently owner operated or managed by property management companies. For owners not directly involved with the management of their home, management companies are instrumental in helping families with booking, checking-in, house cleaning, and any maintenance problems that may arise.

Below are some tips and tactics to help you navigate the vacation rental search and reservation process.

Searching for and booking the right rental property:

Before you start to book "Whispering Palms- The Perfect Beach House! Elevator, Ocean View, Close to beach", go through our brief list of issues to consider.

Search Early and Frequently

Charleston area rental homes book several months (and up to a year) in advance. To ensure the greatest selection of vacation homes, we suggest searching and booking your Charleston area rental 6-Twelve months before your travel dates, whenever feasible. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to find and book your rental home..

Decide on a Village and Time

Start by choosing which particular area of Charleston area you'd like to explore, and the choose trip dates.

Pick a Size

Confirm who is attending the vacation, and how many/what particular bedroom setup you should have. Be aware that many rentals list maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in the living room space. You'll need to determine what is suitable for the party. Specific descriptions of bedrooms and beds are commonly available online. If not, email or call the property manager before you reserve the home.

What Exactly Are You Willing to Spend?

Will your chosen vacation property suit your budget during that preferred Summer week? If multiple individuals or family members are sharing the cost, be certain that each group understands their responsibilities and has approved a maximum they are willing to chip in. Normally, just one member of the group will be responsible for making the whole reservation and recovering each family member's share.

Make a List of "Wishes" and "Requirements"

What amenities is your family searching for? Do you just want a property with a swimming pool, spa tub or volleyball court? Would you like to be away from it all, or close to civilization? Are bedsheets included with the rental, or do you need to provide your own? Gather a list of prioritized "needs and wants" from your group to help filter your search to the most suitable property.

Special Criteria

Sometimes the elder generation has trouble with stairs. Be sure to remember and ask about wheelchair accessibility, pool lifts and special equipment requirements..

Go ahead and Take the Dog

Remember to include your best friend! Although many vacation homes allow cats and dogs, guidelines and charges vary per rental. Type of animal, size and dog breeds might be limited. Read your contract very carefully! Extra fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.

Start the Search

. In combination with Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we suggest searching Google for "Charleston area local rental homes" for local rental home management companies. Local rental home management companies proudly offer an exceptional vacation experience.

Negotiate the Price

When you have identified your dream rental, double check to make sure your travel dates are available.

Some property owners will negotiate rates, and some won't. If they are hesitant to budge on a highly-desirable week, try asking for an additional night. Off-peak season offers your best chance to negotiate a reduced rate.

Read the Total Contract

Read the entire contract and make certain you are aware who is responsible for:

• Utilities
• WIFI Access
• Telephone service
• Pool and hot tub heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Housekeeping
• Trash collection
• Maintenance (get a phone number)
• Check in & Check Out Key Exchange
• Parking Space

In addition to the standard price, travelers will need to pay state taxes when booking "Whispering Palms- The Perfect Beach House! Elevator, Ocean View, Close to beach", along with various other additional fees which might be required based upon their circumstances, including a dog fee, earlier check-in or later check-out fee, or a pool heater fee for private pool usage during the fall or spring months.

Trip Insurance

Cancellation policies are different with each rental. Rental home management companies and individual property owners commonly offer their clients the choice to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance protects the renter against emergencies and weather events, It gives you peace of mind should disaster strike.

Reserve your Rental Home

As soon as you feel you've found "the one", begin the reservation process. You'll likely be required to submit a security deposit at time of booking.

Keep Your Property Manager's Information

Put the rental manager's contact information into your phone and wallet for convenient access to answers throughout your trip.

Congratulations on booking your vacation rental! You're on your way to a fantastic vacation!

During your Stay

• Photograph at your arrival. To ensure no damages are attributed to your stay, create a record of any problem areas of the property. If you discover damages, or if fixes are needed get in touch with the rental manager right away. If there is a disagreement about legal responsibility later, having the documented problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• When there is any ambiguity about vehicle parking, rules of the property, property access, swimming pool functions, etc... we suggest you ask the rental manager immediately. A phone call can save hours of difficulties.
• Remember to be a good next-door neighbor. Locals will likely be as friendly to you as you are considerate of them. Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by vacationers next to your primary residence.
• Ask a local. Natives are a fantastic source of suggestions.
• Be sure to protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental home locked up while you are away, just like you would at home.

Checking Out

• Make sure you've packed all your things. Sweep each room in the home for forgotten items. Check bathrooms, the garage, kitchen cabinets, outdoor patios, the pool area, and anywhere else your gear might "hide".
• As soon as everything is out, begin a walk-through of the rental to make sure that no damage occurred during your remain. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (this may not be possible).. If the property manager is not available, make certain you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did you enjoy your rental home? Most rental home websites request comments after your stay . Owners and property managers will thank you for favorable critiques. If anything went wrong, we advise being kind but straightforward with regards to your stay. Top owners and managers will try hard to solve the problem.

Learn and Improve

Hold a meeting with your family. Does everyone want to return next year? Maybe everything ended up being exceptional and you are ready to re-book the property for next year. If not, you have gained useful experience that will help with your next search.