Holden Beach House \/ Short 5 minute walk to Beach \/ Perfect Family Vacation Home - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

We invite you to visit our beach home, which is family-owned and operated for many years. Our home is located on a peaceful street and is a 5-min., one-block walk to the beach. We have a neighborhood crosswalk with stairs for simple beach access on Ocean Blvd. We provide many beach chairs (reviewed annually) and two rolling beach carts to make it painless to take all of your necessary items over to the beach. We also have body-boards and a modest cooler for your beach beverages. Our home is family-friendly, including your family pets! All entry doors have keypads, making it easier for family members to come and go at their convenience. Our front yard has plenty of space for parking. We are Premier Host Vacation Rental By Owner’s highest rating.

Our home is located 6 blocks from the bridge, making it convenient to eateries and shopping. It is also near the recreation areas near the Town Hall (tennis courts, basketball court, and entertainment venue.) The streets have very little traffic, making it ideal for bicycle riding, running or walking your dog. We invite you to come and savor a calming vacation with your family, friends, and pets. Join the families that come each year, making new memories! If you have a huge group and need more space, there is a duplex directly across the street that sleeps 8 people. It is listed on Vacation Rental By Owner as property 220585.

Our guests have rated our vacation home as exceptional with a 9.8 (out of 10) rating with 315 reviews! We appreciate your reviews and any recommendations that would make your next visit more enchanting.

Property Highlights:
• Family-owned and operated for many years.
• Furnished as a full-time residence with many extras not typically found in rental properties
• Located on a peaceful street, just a 5-min. walk to the beach.
• Neighborhood crosswalk with stairs for easy beach access on Ocean Blvd.
• Beach chairs and two rolling beach carts supplied.
• Pet-friendly with a prorated pet fee of $25 per day.
• Fast internet (200+ Mbps) with secure Wi-Fi and direct Ethernet access.
Dining and Kitchen:
• Dining area seats 9 with a table and 6 comfortable chairs and 3 cushioned bar stools.
• Totally equipped kitchen with a new refrigerator with ice maker and water/ice dispenser, constructed-in microwave, electric stove with 4 burners and oven, food processor, crock pot, hand mixer, drip and Keurig coffee makers, coffee bean grinder, and a good supply of china, pots, pans (T-fal. nonstick), baking dishes, glassware, and silverware.
• Recycling containers in kitchen and outside
• Bedrooms and Bathrooms:
• 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths.
• Bedroom 1: 2 queen beds with 40” intelligent HDTV connected to Wi-Fi.
• Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed and 1 twin bed with a half-bath and 40" intelligent HDTV connected to Wi-Fi. (half-bath adjoins this bedroom)
• Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed with 32" HDTV.
• All beds and box springs are enclosed in certified bed bug protective covers.
• Full bath (main level): Shower-tub combination.
• Full bath (garage level): Substantial walk-in shower (with space heater for use in cooler months)

Outdoor Features:
• Covered porches on each side of the home with chairs and rockers.
• Partial vistas of the ocean and inland waterway.
• Enclosed garage accommodating two cars, laundry room with full-size washer and dryer, enclosed downstairs heated full bathroom, and a second full-size refrigerator with an ice maker
• Outdoor enclosed shower with hot and cold water.
• Charcoal grille (please use outside, not on the porch or inside).
• Area beside shower with hose for washing off sandy feet and toys
• Picnic table with benches.
• Rockers outside on lower levels beside picnic table.
Additional Information:
• Keypads on all exterior doors for easy access.
• Central heat and air conditioning.
• Ceiling fans in all bedrooms, living room, and kitchen
• Puzzles and books available for your enjoyment
• Pet fee: $25 per day. (Note: From May 20th to September 10th dogs are allowed on the beach before 9am and after 50
• Cleaning fee: $150 per reservation.
• June through August: 7-day units from Saturday to Saturday.
• Holden Beach is judged to be the best family beach.
• Check-in time: 4:00 pm.
• Check-out time: 11:00 am.
• Guests provide their own towels, bed linens, kitchen towels, and pillowcases.

• Mattress pads, blankets, comforters, and pillows are included.
• Linens and towels can be rented from Beach Fun Units or Care Linen Service.
• During summer months pets are allowed on the beach before 9am and after 5pm. Animals must be leashed at all times.
• $1500 returnable security deposit supplied in your payment (charged only if damage is found).
• June through August: 7-day units from Saturday to Saturday.
• Holden Beach is judged to be the best family beach.
• We are Premier Host Vacation Rental By Owner’s highest rating.

Recent Upgrades:

• 2025: Replaced Over range Microwave
• 2023: New outdoor rocking chairs for our porches, a new clothes washer, a new couch, and a 55" Intelligent Samsung HDTV. Repainted ceiling.
• 2022: 12 place settings of dishes, 6 wine glasses, a modest cooler for guests, a beach wagon, a recycle can, a coffee grinder, living area lamps, side tables, an ottoman, a dining room table & chairs, and bar stools.
• 2021: New Whirlpool refrigerator.
• 2020: New vanity/mirror medicine cabinet in the downstairs bathroom and outdoor lighting in each corner under the eaves of the home.
• 2019: Replaced vinyl siding and windows for better efficiency


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About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect vacation home experience:

Finding your perfect rental home:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Summer time is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is a good way to save money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Many property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guide magazines which often include special offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting and booking your Wrightsville Beach rental:

• First and foremost, have your group decide on dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Holden Beach House \/ Short 5 minute walk to Beach \/ Perfect Family Vacation Home has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property manager before you reserve your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
• Some rentals allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

Know before you go:

• Get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas when you arrive. message the host right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peace. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Re-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on great ratings to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.