Rental Home Amenities
Private Pools | Community Pools | Hot Tubs | Fireplaces | Elevators
Internet Access | Linen Services | Seasonal Amenity Dates
Private pools are available from May 2 through the weekend of October 26 (unless otherwise advertised). Pools are cleaned, vacuumed and serviced the day of your arrival. A mid-week service includes chemical and mechanical checks, but does not include cleaning or vacuuming. Guests will be charged for additional cleanings required due to misuse. Availability and charges vary for heated private pools; please see individual home information for details. Unless otherwise advertised, pools are not heated during the months of July and August. Fees for heated pools are either fixed (plus tax) or included in the rental fee. For homes offering this amenity at a fixed rate, no refunds will be issued if the guests decide they would like this amenity turned off during their stay. Requests for this optional amenity must be confirmed and paid for prior to your arrival. An additional $35 fee will be charged when this service is ordered at check-in or during your stay. Please note that pool heaters are delicate amenities. Their efficiency is subject to the climate and weather conditions. The maximum temperature heated pools are generally able to reach ranges from 75 to 80 degrees. Salt air is quite corrosive and may hinder the function of these amenities after prolonged exposure.
Occasionally, some of the pools in Dare and Currituck counties experience a very mild ground current. Generally this is not caused by a pool defect or the household electrical system, but appears as a result of the earth’s own natural electrical current. Certain homes may be affected and the current tends to be intermittent in nature. Please be advised, however, that this may affect the operation of pacemakers and other similar devices. Back to top
Outdoor community pools are generally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day and only welcome guests and homeowners of that subdivision.
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Hot tubs are equipped with water heaters and thermostats for temperature control. Hot tubs are available year-round, and are cleaned, vacuumed and serviced the day of your arrival. A mid-week service includes chemical and mechanical checks but does not include vacuuming or cleaning. Guests may be charged for additional cleanings required due to misuse. Homes not equipped with hot tubs do not allow the rental of hot tubs or soft spas due to possible electrical and/or structural problems.
Pregnant women, persons taking medication and those with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or other cardiovascular conditions should consult their physician prior to entering a hot tub. Children under the age of 12 are prohibited from entering hot tubs at any time. Overuse or misuse of hot tubs will result in a higher possibility of infection, as sanitizers are not able to combat abnormally elevated levels of bacteria. Please do not remove floating chemical dispensers from your hot tub at any time. Removal may result in minor health related problems, such as Folliculitis. Back to top
Fireplaces are available from the weekend of September 26 through the weekend of April 27. Gas deliveries require several days’ notice and cannot be guaranteed. No refunds will be issued for non-functioning fireplaces. Back to top
To help insure the safety of you and your family, please exercise caution and care in the operation of the elevator installed in the vacation home. This amenity is intended to be used solely in the capacity of assisting the infirmed or aiding in the loading and unloading of heavy luggage, groceries, etc. Please follow all safety instructions that are posted. If you have any questions, please contact the elevator company directly.
Please do not use the elevator for purposes other than the aforementioned. Children are not allowed to ride or operate the elevator unattended due to the risk of serious injury or death. Additionally, elevator doors should remain closed at all times except during operation. Back to top
Internet access is offered in some vacation homes. Please see individual descriptions for specific information regarding the type and availability of service. Guests should contact the Internet provider directly for customer support or service problems. Back to top
Bed linens and bath towels are provided for reservations of seven days or more. However, linens are not included as a standard amenity in the Twiddy Traditional Homes. Linens are available for rent through Beach Detail (1-800-206-2976 or http://www.beachdetail.com/). Back to top
Below are the approximate dates in which seasonal amenities are available:
Private pools are available from April 27 – the weekend of October 28, unless otherwise specified.
Heated pool dates may vary; see cottage description to verify availability.
Outdoor community pools are usually available from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Fireplaces are available from the weekend of September 28 – the weekend of April 28.
Hot tubs are available year-round. Back to top
