About this Property

Pull into the established neighborhood Riverland Terrace, pass the boat ramp on Wappoo creek and you will find your Southern Cottage tucked under majestic Oak trees. This ranch style home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The interior has newly been refreshed so you are sure to have a clean, comfortable stay. Savor a completely outfitted kitchen with brand new appliances. Just a short drive or walk to great eateries at the front of the neighborhood. You're only a short walk from 2 water vistas to watch the sun set and local boaters, even dolphins!

How to get the best deal on your rental

• Many property managers and rental homes supply Charleston area area travel discount guides that feature promotions, either offered individually by merchants, or utilizing a partnership between the management company and the merchant itself. Look for these books and coupon books, as this allows vacation goers to discover those terrific attractions with a often considerable discounted.
• Are your trip dates changeable? Off-peak times provide tremendous deals.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Military may be qualified for promotions. Make sure to ask property management company to see if your vacationing gang qualifies for a discounted price.
• Is there a specific experience you are most longing for during your stay? Make sure that you prioritize your proximity to the activities and places of interest you are most interested in.
• Give thought to investing in trip insurance together with your lease agreement. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, provides vacationers reimbursement of their rental expenses for any missed as a consequence of health-related emergencies or weather, in addition to ensuing extra hurricane evacuation costs or charges, like an unforeseen motel stay or additional gasoline.

How to Book a Rental Home

You might be pleasantly surprised to discover just how many vacation rentals are available at your destination. With such a wide selection, guests are certain to discover a property that suits their desires and price range.

Virtually all rentals in Charleston area are privately operated and many are represented by established local rental management agencies. For owners not directly engaged in the management of their property, management companies are instrumental in helping vacationers with making reservations, checking-in, housekeeping services, as well as routine maintenance issues that may occur.

Below are some tips and suggestions to help you understand the vacation home search and booking process.

How to find and reserve a great rental home:

Before you decide to book "Southern Cottage Tucked Under the Oaks", go through our brief checklist of issues to consider.

The Sooner, The Better

Like many trendy vacation spots, In Charleston area the best rental homes are booked early. To ensure the best selection of homes, we advise searching and reserving your Charleston area rental Six-12 months in advance, whenever you can. Many groups plan to begin their search over Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year holiday gatherings.

Choose your Area and Vacation Week

Oftentimes, the toughest part of organizing your trip is deciding where to go, and when. When the big decisions are resolved, everything else becomes simpler.

Just How Much Rental home Do You Need?

Take a head count. How many beds and bedrooms will you be needing? Be aware that a lot of properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in the family room. It is important to determine what is suitable for the group. Specific descriptions of bedrooms and beds are commonly accessible on the internet. Otherwise, communicate with the property owner before you reserve the home.

Determine Your Budget

Make certain "Southern Cottage Tucked Under the Oaks" works with your price range *during your desired week*. If many individuals or family members are sharing the cost, make certain each group understands their obligation and has agreed to a maximum they are prepared to contribute. Most rental agreements require a single person to be responsible for the whole reservation.

Let's Talk Amenities

What property features is your family trying to find? Are you looking for a rental with patio dining area? Are you more interested in wildlife or night life? Will the property have bikes and beach toys for use as part of your stay? Make a list of prioritized "necessities and wishes" from your party to help filter your search to the most appropriate home.

Accessability

Often times the elder generation has challenges with staircases. Make sure to remember and inquire about wheelchair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment requirements..

Paws-Friendly, Please

Remember to include your pets. Even though many vacation rentals permit canine companions, rules and fees vary per rental. Make sure you study descriptions and contracts carefully. Extra fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

Start your Search

Many websites exist to match vacationers with rental owners.. Together with Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we advise searching Google for "Charleston area local vacation homes" for local vacation rental management companies. Local companies typically have a unique assortment of rentals daily and weekly.

Negotiate

When you've identified your dream rental, check to confirm your vacation dates are available.

While not true for all properties, many property owners and property managers will negotiate rates. If the rate isn't negotiable, the number of nights may be. Your greatest opportunity for a reduced rate will be shifting to an off-season week.

Study the Entire Agreement

Read through the full agreement and be sure you fully understand who is responsible for:

• Utility bills
• Internet
• Telephone service
• Hot Tub Heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Housekeeping
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance (get a phone number)
• Key exchange
• Parking requirements

In addition to the standard price, guests have to pay state taxes when renting "Southern Cottage Tucked Under the Oaks", along with various other fees which might be mandatory depending on their situation, including a dog charge, earlier check-in or later check-out fee, or a pool heating fee for private pool usage during the autumn or spring months.

If you'd like to Cancel

Be sure to are familiar with the cancellation policy prior to booking. You'll likely be offered trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the base rental price, can provide guests with reimbursement of their vacation costs (and subsequent rental home costs) for any nights missed a result of personal health emergencies or storms, in addition to hurricane evacuation costs, such as a unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas.

Book your Rental Home

As soon as you think you've found "the one", begin the booking process. You will probably be asked to submit a security deposit at time of reservation.

Get Contact Information

Put the property manager's contact information into your smart phone and wallet for easy access to answers during your trip.

Congratulations on booking your vacation rental! You're on the right path to a phenomenal vacation!

During your Stay

• To make certain no damages are associated with your stay, make a record of any trouble spots of the property. Contact the property manager right away to report your findings.
• Ask questions. Should there be any ambiguity about vehicle parking, policies of the house, condo access, pool functions, etc... we advise you ask the property manager immediately. A phone call can save several hours of problems.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Residents invariably live within earshot. Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by visitors next to your home.
• Ask a local. Natives can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best areas for night life?
• Enjoy your stay! Remember to protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the home secured while you are away, exactly like you would in your own home.

When its Time to Leave

• Clean up a little bit. Regardless of whether you're having to pay a cleaning fee, The rental really needs to be in good shape. Sinks filled with dirty dishes, surplus sand on the floor and sticky messes should really be remedied before leaving.
• As soon as everything is out, perform a walk-through of the rental to verify no damage occurred during your stay. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever feasible (this may not be possible).. If the property owner is not available, make certain to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• How do you feel about your choice? Many rental web sites request testimonials after your stay . Rental owners and rental managers will appreciate your glowing critiques. If something was wrong and they failed to correct it in a acceptable manner, or when the rental wasn't as described, you may want to note that in your feedback.

Learn from your Experience

Did they enjoy their stay? If everything was amazing, next year's family vacation planning will be simple and easy. Maybe the rental property wasn't quite right, and you will better know how to perfect your search for the next trip.