4 Bd\/3+ Ba West side duplex: Gated community; quiet, exclusive, relaxing, family - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2000 square feet

Pristine 4 Bedroom 3 1/2 bath West side of Duplex available to rent as separate or combine to rent the whole home and appreciate 8 bedrooms and 6 full, 2 half baths. Ideal for families. We provide a personalized Linen service for every week. You now just show up and our home is ready for your family. The beds are made and towels are hanging in the bathrooms. This service is not normal at Holden Beach and will normally be an additional charge.

We would adore to share our beach home with you and have you stay in either half of our gorgeous 8 bedroom half duplex. Holden Beach is an OUTSTANDING family beach that has not allowed tons of commercial development on the island. The beaches are pristine and the West End is a semi-private community with a gate to limit 'day-trippers'. Our home is well supplied with any amenities that you might need during your stay. There are tons of body boards, chairs, and beach toys located in the lockable storage area under the home that have been included over the years for the enjoyment of others.

'Joy of Flying' has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Two rooms have private en-suite baths. There is room for the kids to play under the home with swings on each side and tons of room for younger kids to ride bicycles or scooters.

New for 2023: Upstairs Master bedroom has been upgraded to a King bed and all beds throughout the home have new bed sets. WiFi has been upgraded to the max. available on the island. The beach is looking great this year. There is always something happening at Holden Beach, nature can be found in all her wonder. This year the rabbits are plentiful although the deer population seems to be a little more reserved and more difficult to watch.

Come join us for a week in heaven: * One of the best rated, least busy and most handsome family beaches found anywhere.
* Very Private, with marvelous ocean-vistas, decks and yet very close proximity to the beach (2nd row, only feet to private beach access.
* Tasteful, roomy and refreshed accommodations with much more space than most single family homes of similar price
* Approximately 40 world class golf courses within a 40-min. radius.
* Pristine & uncrowded wide white-sand beach
* Plenty of great dining choices, shopping and kids’s amusements, all within a 5-mile radius. New full-service grocery store located just across the bridge on the mainland, now open!
* 24-hour Super Wal-Mart
* Some of the best fishing and boating on the East Coast.

The beaches on the West End of Holden Beach are peaceful and wide. There is always room to throw a ball or Frisbee even on the busiest week of the year. Morning and evening walks are peaceful and calming. You will escape from your anxiety at Holden Beach.

Unwind and savor: Unwind and enjoy the rockers on the porch or the swings underneath the home. Inside you'll find a cavernous living area (roughly 1800 sq. ft of living space) with updated and tasteful decorations throughout.

Our property is very private, yet you're next to the beach, You will appreciate the location of our home. To walk onto the beach, you simply cross the street on a diagonal and walk down a comfortable wooden walkway to the beach. The beach has been maintained through the years as a family beach with little commercial emphasis.

Holden Beach is still a well-kept secret, perhaps not for long. National Geographic Intelligent Traveler magazine newly ranked Holden Beach among it's top 10 'Finest Family Beaches' category. Additionally, AAA Beach Vacation Travel Journal newly ranked H.B. one of their 'Top 30 Beaches' overall. H.B. offers a great alternative to the hordes and commercialism of close by N. Myrtle Beach, which is only roughly 30 miles away.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Lockwood Folly Country Club and River's Edge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Note from host: No pets allowed. Too much litigation exposure.

Rental home tips and tricks:

Get the best rental home value:

• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Reserve your vacation in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides contain coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family needs. 4 Bd\/3+ Ba West side duplex: Gated community; quiet, exclusive, relaxing, family has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible online. Otherwise, call the host before reserving the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the host about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• If there's a certain Wrightsville Beach attraction you are crazy about, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• To make certain that damages are not linked to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. Call the rental manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.