Owner-Focused Service

Success in Outer Banks vacation rental management begins with a dedicated company that recognizes the needs of both owners and guests. Our standards of quality and the selective acceptance of rental properties is the first step in providing an excellent vacation, and the high value of our guests and year-over-year repeat renters are a testament to the success of our program.

Owner-Focused Service

We understand the relationship between service and profitability and know that providing the best possible rental experience creates the greatest return. Our intentionally scaled inventory allows us to offer exceptional service to every owner and guest while still holding a significant presence in the booking market

Owner-Focused Service

As an Outer Banks property owner, you deserve the best possible return on your investment while enjoying your property to the fullest. We invite you to explore a partnership with our locally owned and operated team, known for integrity and a commitment to providing top-notch service. We aim to eliminate frustration for owners, resolving issues with common sense, hard work, and clear communication.

3 Things you should Expect from your Outer Banks Rental Management Firm

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Goal-Driven Revenue

Our Revenue Management team’s strategy is determined by your goals. Whether an owner prefers full occupancy or fewer, more exclusive bookings, our strategy is tailored to meet their individual goals while maximizing revenue. Here’s how we do it:

  • Consistent analysis of trends and targeting strategies.
  • Available professional support – speak directly with our Owner Acquisition, Administration, and Asset Management team, which brings 25+ years of combined experience.
  • Robust marketing handled by an agency-like team, utilizing a variety of channels for market saturation, regardless of how guests choose to book.
  • No cost paid advertising campaigns on Google, Meta, and more.
  • Regular SEO audits to optimize content for our website and your listing.
  • Close alignment with the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau and the Long-Range Tourism Management Plan to steward responsible travel and a healthy relationship between visitors and residents.
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Proper Care of Your Investment

Care for and maintenance of your Outer Banks vacation rental are our utmost priorities. Cleaning and maintenance issues are the number one cause for guest complaints. Feel safe knowing:

  • Our maintenance and guest support teams are by far the highest rated on the Outer Banks, just check out our Google Reviews! Our frontline teams are empowered brand ambassadors.
  • Operations and housekeeping teams are led by Dave Roberts, President of NCVRMA, VRMA Director, and former VRHP Chair. We set the standards locally and nationally. Ask about our Blue Standard Bedding.
  • Sarah Moss, your main contact for Acquisitions, Administration, and Asset Management, is a certified Vacation Rental Management Professional and adheres to the REALTORS® C2EX Program. Having worked her way from reservations agent to Vice President, she can answer any and every question you may have about our program or processes.
  • Having worked in the Outer Banks Rentals and Real Estate market since childhood, our President, Tim Cafferty, was born into this business. He continues the legacy of his parents and is nationally considered an industry leader. Read our about us page to learn more about his vision for Blue.
  • Outer Banks Blue is recognized as an industry leader and early adopter of positive changes in the short term and vacation rental space. From electronic locks and premade beds to our new standardization practices, we’re known to be trailblazers that create the path others follow.
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True Hospitality and Awareness

From timely communication to purpose built tech stacks, we believe every action should be taken with a big picture view and welcoming generosity. Here’s what we mean:

  • Expect in-house local communication for all departments. We intentionally build teams through The Predictive Index and train our employees with an open book business model to ensure you get the best service from someone who understands our business holistically.
  • We’ve integrated departmental communication, allowing our teams to collaborate in real-time. Redundancy is important, so follow-up calls are expected for specific questions (from you as our partner), but regardless of whoever answers, we’ll know what you’re talking about.
  • We’re driven by service culture, as employed in models like Will Guidara’s Unreasonable Hospitality, John Gordon’s The No Complaining Rule, and the Dijulius Group’s Customer Experience Framework. Expect a story if you ask about these exciting management principles!

Common Rental Management Questions

  • Why Should You Rent with Outer Banks Blue?
  • How Will Outer Banks Blue Make You More Money?
  • How Will Outer Banks Blue Market Your Vacation Rental?
  • How Will Outer Banks Blue Take Care of Your OBX Investment?
  • How Much Commission Do We Charge?
  • How Will Outer Banks Blue Maximize Your Bookings?

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“A relaxing experience with a local touch”

Praise from our partners…

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As a property owner, I highly recommend Outer Banks Blue. They have come through several times for us, whether it was protecting our property (special thank you to Sarah Moss) or their responsiveness in solving problems. They have been available day or night. A recent experience to highlight their responsiveness, the VP of Operations personally handled my last minute situation as the field staff was occupied with other guest and owner needs. They are not only available for the owners, but for our guests as well, to make sure our guests have the best experience.

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Sandra Taylor, WH076 Pair-a-dice
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We have been with OBX Blue since we purchased our house last Fall. We have had such great experiences with all of the staff especially Sarah, Chance, Alex, Clayton and Bobby Jo. I am certain I am missing others as we have had such helpful and positive experiences with all of the colleagues we have worked with.

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Streeter Family, KDH072 Jack’s Hideout
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When we met with Sarah at Outer Banks Blue the very first time, we were impressed from the start, and a year later, continue to be impressed (that's the important part!). They stand for consistency, reliability, cleanliness of their properties, clear communication along the way for both owner & renter and amongst themselves. We not only have a wonderful charming property we put a lot of work into, we also have a management company that we feel is appreciative of that hard work and is on the same page as to what we can expect and how to represent our property to others.

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Jenni Chiodo, WH084 Tide Together
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The support team at Outer Banks Blue continues to be incredible. Their "above and beyond" support to ensure potential & actual issues get avoided and/or resolved is amazing and incredibly appreciated. THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO TO ENSURE A GREAT SUPPORT AND HAPPY RENTERS IN OBX!!! 

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Kevin Lynch, WH048 What A View in Corolla
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As an OBX homeowner, I cannot say enough positive things about Outer Banks Blue. We have tried several rental agencies over the years and Blue is by far the best. Their knowledge, work ethic, and responsiveness is unsurpassed... I highly recommend OBX Blue to any homeowners looking for a rental management company moving forward. You will not be disappointed. All of the OBX rental companies will tell you that they can make a difference. Blue will absolutely make a difference.

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James Monzo, Property Owner
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Non-Renting Property Management

We are aware of a growing number of non-renting property owners who want professional management services.

One of the services offered by Outer Banks Blue is a "property management" program whereby owners of houses with few or no rentals can contract with the firm for a number of services such as housekeeping, light maintenance, and home inspections. Costs of this program will be based on a discount off of market rates and will require the owner to maintain a minimum balance in their trust account to satisfy any costs that become due to the company.

Ready to declare this as your year to celebrate owning a vacation rental?