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 painless beach access on Ocean Blvd. We provide many beach chairs (reviewed annually) and two rolling beach carts to make it simple 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 appreciate a calming vacation with your family, friends, and pets. Join the families that come each year, making new memories! If you have a enormous 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 savor your reviews and any recommendations that would make your next visit more fun.

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.
• Entirely 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): Generous 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 supplied.
• 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. Family Animals must be leashed at all times.
• $1500 returnable security deposit included 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:
• 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 optimal Wrightsville Beach rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• To find the largest rental home for your budget, we highly recommend booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular Wrightsville Beach attractions. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on local tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Choose vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Holden Beach House \/ Short 5 minute walk to Beach \/ Perfect Family Vacation Home has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rentals search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you book your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• Some properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask your host about pet restrictions before booking.

Tips for a smooth stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• To make certain that damages are not attributed to your visit, note any problem areas during check in. E-mail the host right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Just before checking out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. 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 feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.