Location Location Location always is the prime factor. Views, stream on property and privacy all play into a good rental property.

Good communication between the Owners and Rental Management personnel is a must for keeping the unit in its best condition and presentation to renters.

A well-equipped rental property is a must. Think what you would like if you were renting the property. This doesn't mean brand new items. Good usable and functional condition items will do well. No dated carpet, furnishings, kitchen appliances, décor, bed linens, towels etc. are all a must. The owner will also need to provide the following items: Vacuum cleaner, bags, belts, broom, mop, bucket, dust pan and light bulbs for the tenant use while renting the unit. We ask that the rental property be comfortable, clean, neat, functional and updated. No scratched, rusted pots/pans, utensils etc. Just think what you would expect in a rental.

*Owners to pay all Utilities (electric, basic phone, gas, water, cable or satellite etc).

*TELEPHONES MUST HAVE A BLOCK ON IT TO KEEP YOUR PHONE FROM BEING USED FOR LONG DISTANCE CALLS. RENTERS WILL HAVE TO USE A PHONE CARD. OWNERS WILL HAVE TO SET THIS UP WITH THEIR PROVIDER.

Pets in rental units are the decision of the owner whether they want to allow them or not. We have to allow "Service Animals" Seeing Eye dogs; we are required to offer them a rental unit without it being designated a pet unit. We can require a pet fee along with proof that it is a "service pet".

All owners must provide all of the linens necessary for the home. Pillows, shams, bedspreads, dust ruffles, blankets, mattress pads, bath rugs, all towels (bath & kitchen) and sheets. The number of linens required is based on the maximum number of occupants your home is set up for. For each guest, you must provide 2 towels, 2 hand towels and 2 washcloths.

Each bed in the home must have 2 complete sets of sheets and pillowcases, including sleeper sofas. Your linen will be washed, dried and put away properly at your home; the linens will not leave your home.

Our professional cleaning staff is here to make sure that your home is always in great condition. We usea licensed, insured and bonded cleaning agency to ensure quality performance. Your home will be inspected after each cleaning by the owner of the cleaning agency.

The housekeeping fee will be a pre-set amount that is figured by the cleaning agency based on the size of the home and will be paid by the owner in their monthly statement, but this amount is taken into consideration when figuring rental rates and therefore paid for by the renter.

For all owner reservations, your reservation will show that you as the owner will be doing your own housekeeping. If you would like for our cleaning agency to take care of this for you, please let us know at the time of booking or should you decide later to have them clean for you just call us and we will schedule the cleaning.

At least one "DEEP CLEANING" must be performed each year in the spring before the rental season begins. The owner may do this task or we can arrange for the cleaning staff to perform this function for you and provide you with an estimate in advance.

All homes on the Rental Program must have proof of septic system or city sewer in the files. The North Carolina Real Estate Commission November 2000 mandated this. We are allowed 2 persons per bedroom in advertising the property, so a 2 bedroom septic permit allows 4-person rental.

Winter Inspections of Rental Units: We believe that the winter season is a great time to closely inspect the homes and notify owners of any items that need attention or replacement or of any simple additions you can make that would increase the desirability of your home. This is a great way to let you know if your pots and pans, linens, towels need replacing. You will receive a complete list of any items needing attention and we can provide the replacement service for you. There is no additional charge for these inspections, as we believe it to be necessary to ensure your home is a desirable vacation rental.