Why You Should Choose a Professional Property Manager

You own a beautiful vacation home and have decided to share it with guests.

Now it's time to decide whether to manage the rentals yourself or hire a professional.

What is Your Time Worth?

Many homeowners who manage their own vacation rentals consider it a full-time job. Not only is there a lot of work involved, but managing the cleaning, maintenance and guest service becomes even more difficult when you don’t live near your rental home.

How do you find trustworthy and dependable people to clean and service your home?
How do you find trustworthy and dependable people to clean and service your home?
What happens if your cleaner doesn’t show up on a turnover day?
Who takes the guest calls in the middle of the night?
How do you set your rates and know when to make changes?

We can help solve these problems for you, from providing a ’la carte service plans so you retain control over what you want, to fully managing your home and guests.

Professional Management You Can Depend On

Bookings & Earnings

We have a stellar reputation on the Outer Banks and book 80% of our reservations direct on our own website.
Experienced revenue management team consistently monitors rates, demand and occupancy to ensure your rates are positioned competitively.
We advertise your home on Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com and Google Travel among other online listing sites, at no expense to you.
Our reservations and accounting department collect payment from the guests, hold the money in trust and disburse rent to you, on a timely and predictable schedule.

Guest Service & Protections for You

We answer guest calls at all hours of the day and night, answering questions and resolving issues.
We offer travel insurance to your guests which protects you in the event of a mandatory evacuation and other emergency situations.
We have every guest sign a binding lease agreement protecting your investment.
We collect a security deposit fee from the guest to cover unintentional damage to your home.

Homeowner Services

We live here. We check on your home during the season, and perform off season security checks to keep an eye on your property.
Our In-house cleaning, maintenance, pool/spa, and linen teams take care of your home and your guests.
We have local relationships with vendors, and will manage your vendor work making sure the work gets done.
Your Designated Property Coordinator will communicate with you regularly about your home.

The Cost of Hiring a Professional Property Manager

Consider the amount you would pay to Airbnb or Vrbo to list and book your home and process your payments. Then add to that the cost for linens, housekeeping, caretakers, pool care and maintenance vendors. And then consider your time managing it all.

The cost of hiring a professional property manager is often times equal or less than the expense of doing it yourself.

We Offer Options: Start with a Limited Plan

If you really enjoy renting your house yourself, consider a Limited Services Agreement with Seaside Vacations. You manage the bookings and communicate with the guests and let us handle cleaning, linens, inspections, maintenance and service for you - or select your services a la carte.

Your Outer Banks Property Management Partner

Meet Michelle Copeland Russell

25+

Years of Real Estate Experience

29

Years as an OBX Resident

Michelle is the Outer Banks expert in real estate and vacation rental management. With decades of experience in OBX, a North Carolina Real Estate License, and top REALTOR designations, she knows how to maximize property potential in this competitive coastal market. She’s also deeply committed to the community, leading Seaside Cares to support the Beach Food Pantry. Connect with Michelle for a free rental income projection today!

Meet with Michelle

Hear What Our Clients Have to Say

Our Owners Are Our Priority

Why Our Owners Choose Us

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Ross & Elizabeth A.

"I would never own out-of-town property anywhere without someone responsible to look after it. The SEASIDE staff look after our beach home, and us, as though we're close kin. Our needs are quickly, professionally and courteously addressed. They already know who the good service vendors are and what renters want. I would recommend SEASIDE without hesitation to anyone looking for a good property manager!"

Marvin & Jane R.

"We've had our home in the Seaside Vacations rental program for the past 3+ years and I must admit to report to date it has doubled our occupancy rate and increased our net profit - a win-win for us and Seaside! We have had zero complaints from renters and several repeat bookings, again a tribute to the fact Seaside tries very hard to check all the boxes to vacationers with a wonderful experience and memories. There are two areas which I believe Seaside excels above all other such companies: Dedicated Property Coordinators which are in constant communication with the homeowner and Pool and Spa care. This gives us pieces of mind that our property will be ready and well taken care of for each and every rental. Seaside Vacations treats us like family and that's a family we're happy to be a part of!"

Tom L.

"I have been a homeowner in the Seaside Vacations program for the last 20 years. In that time, Seaside has provided me with outstanding service. My property coordinators have always been responsive to my needs and have worked with me to provide my guests a pleasant experience. I am in contact with my property coordinator regularly and we often discuss ways to enhance that experience. Seaside has always treated my guests and me with courtesy and professionalism. I value our relationship and count on them to keep me informed about my home. Everyone I have worked with a Seaside has added to my positive experience. Other management companies have contacted me, but I feel I would never be treated better than at Seaside."

Mary B.

"Seaside Vacations has managed my condo for the past 10 years and I have been very grateful for their work. Each year I enjoy more renters, especially the quality of renters. Many times, my husband and I go down after rental season and it is difficult to see if anyone has been there, even though it was booked solid all summer and shoulder months. If a problem needs attention, Seaside Vacations responds immediately 7 days a week with a knowledgeable staff. I cannot be more pleased on all the facets of this rental management company in the Outer Banks of North Carolina."