Hobbs Realty - Find your \"Carolina Joy\" in this brand new custom 5-bedroom oceanfront island home! - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Named as “Judges Favorite” in the Brunswick County Parade of Homes, this award winning oceanfront luxury home is featured in many publications and now available for your 2025 dream vacation in gorgeous Holden Beach. Carolina Joy with 5 bedrooms and 5 and a half bathrooms embraces striking ocean and intercoastal waterway vistas with amenities that rival any 5 star resort.

Entering this private luxury residence beginning on the ground floor, you will encounter CJs @ Holden Beach hosting over 1500 square feet of unparalleled oceanfront entertainment anchored by an exclusive upsized pool with a waterfall and tanning ledge ideal for modest kids or calming in the water chaises with your favorite drink. The pool maybe heated May through September for an additional fee of $500 per week. Please note that under optimal conditions, the pool temperature will achieve 10 degrees above the outside temperature to a max. of 87 degrees F. Please call our office to schedule this service in advance.

Steps from the spectacular pool, CJs @ Holden Beach hosts a full service dedicated outdoor kitchen and bar complete with a 6 burner gas grille, constructed in wine cooler, drink cooler for 115 drinks and a high capacity 35lb ice maker for your favorite refreshments. Frozen margaritas, daiquiris anyone? Appreciate the ocean air in the adjacent lounge area with ample, super comfortable seating and the outdoor dining area in front of a 75” intelligent tv with pre wired connections for gaming consoles. Ideal for game days or movie nights! Poolside games include foosball, ping pong and cornhole. Private outdoor showers with hot and cold water and ample dressing area are ideal for rinsing off the salt water after a day on the beach or from relaxing around this impeccably designed pool. CJs is Holden Beach's only complete family entertainment center!

While still on the ground floor, you will also find your very own EV and golf cart charging station. There is minor fee of $150 per week. Please call our office for instructions.

Carolina Joy provides a residential passenger elevator to make access to the residential levels an ease while loading and unloading a breeze! No need to tote groceries and suitcases up the stairs. And in the ground floor lobby to access the elevator is a dedicated area with a reclaimed, historic church pew to sit and change plus storage for all your beach fun toys.

Moving to the main residence level, you will be surrounded by generous natural light, spectacular ocean vistas and award winning chic decor where attention to detail is reminiscent of the best Carolina Coastal homes with the embodiment of timeless elegance. Each of the five opulent bedrooms offer giant flat screen intelligent TVs with prewired gaming connections, incredibly comfortable beds, en suite bathrooms with bidets and private mini fridges. Next to all the beds are convenient charging stations for all your electronic devices. Two primary king suites have their own private balconies with pretty ocean vistas, sizable flat screen intelligent TVs with surround sound and spa inspired showers with Japanese bidets offering warm seats and temperature controlled water. A third King suite located on the first floor has all the same 5 star amenities including en suite bathroom with a Japanese bidet and a private balcony and a unique, unobstructed view of the intercoastal waterway. The true star of the bedroom accommodations is the bunk room designed specifically for the young and young at heart. Hosting up to 5 under a cathedral ceiling, the bunk room also has a private mini refrigerator and a massive 80” tv with surround sound prewired for their favorite gaming consoles. On the top floor hosting the bedrooms is also a full service wet bar with a wine cooler, 115 can beverage cooler, and a Cusinart Coffee station for lattes, capuchinhos and espressos. Prepare your favorite beverage and then move outside to the balcony to celebrate grand sunrises, toast the sunset and marvel at the moon rise over Holden Beach Pier.

Also on the bedroom floor and conveniently located between the bedrooms is thoughtfully designed laundry room with upsized washer and dryer so you can wash regularly and return home with all fresh clothes. The laundry room also contains a soaking sink and ample storage for your linens.

Speaking of beautiful vistas, Carolina Joy has over 1,000 square feet of decks with elegant 180 degrees vistas of Holden beach and a delightful board walk to the beach. On the main floor deck, not only is there ample seating in ultra comfortable gliders, you will find bistro style seating and tables for peaceful breakfasts, lazy lunches and happy hours that can be served thru the pass thru window. When the sun goes down, the deck extends over the pool and hosts a 48” fire pit ideal for s'mores, roasted marshmallows and your favorite beverages complimented by the peacefully sounds of the gentle ocean breezes and waves.

On the main floor, foodies will delight in a chef's kitchen hosting a 6 burner gas range, oven and 2 convection microwave ovens. The upsized kitchen also features double fridges and freezers, a dual temperature wine and beverage cooler and a dedicated 35lb, high capacity ice maker. Above the wine cooler you will find a 2nd prep sink and another beverage station for your favorite drinks along with yet another Cuisnart Coffee maker for drip coffee, espressos and cappuccino.

You and your family will gather at each meal period around a reclaimed wood table seating 12 and the kitchen island seating 4. Under the kitchen island, charging stations have been thoughtfully supplied for your electrical devices. Then, retire to the family room for family movie nighttime or your favorite shows on a 75” Intelligent TV with surround sound prewired for the family's preferred game consoles. For a peaceful change, finish of the day reminiscing in the peaceful and romance of an 8 foot fire place.

Carolina Joy is a proud member of the 100 Collection featuring exceptional vacation rental units in meticulously curated properties. Clearly the gold standard in coastal units.

We invite you to embrace the warmth of Southern Luxury style beginning with a welcome set of thoughtful starter amenities including K Cups, 2 rolls of paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher pods, hand soap, dish soap, kitchen cleaning wipes and sponges. All bathrooms include 2 rolls of toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo, body wash and lotion, makeup wipes and bar soap. Your beds will be made with fresh linens and a lightweight blanket so you can fall into our luxury hotel quality beds carefree. While lightweight blankets are included, you may want to consider any additional layers to bring for your personal comfort. Please note that top bunk beds and futons will not be made in advance, however, fresh linens are supplied. Included towels include a beach towel, bath towel, hand towel and wash cloth per occupancy.

As our gift to you, Carolina Joy offers a $250 credit to select top quality beach gear to add to your adventures on Holden Beach. You can choose from a range of items including bicycles, kayaks, paddle boards, body boards and so much more. Simply select the gear you want at least 48 hours before your scheduled check in and VayK Gear will take care of the rest. A modest delivery fee may apply and is available between May 1 through the end of September.

Please be aware that although Carolina Joy is not a pet friendly rental, the owner brings their hypoallergenic dog during their offseason visits. Otherwise definitely no family pets or smoking is allowed anywhere on the property.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Holden Beach and Sailfish Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the very best Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which will include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Make a plan and choose a perfectrental home:

• Choose a group leader, choose your dates, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Hobbs Realty - Find your \"Carolina Joy\" in this brand new custom 5-bedroom oceanfront island home! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the host before booking the property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what is right for your vacation family.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? Use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your contract.

More considerations:

• Get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your .
• Document any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your peace. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.