Marsh Mellowed by the Sea at Holden Beach, Privated heated pool and beach access - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1819 square feet

Located in a peaceful community located on the charming west end of Holden Beach, sits this enchanting, newly refreshed 4 bed, 3.5 bath home with a private, heated pool, Tiki bar and 2 master suites! A fast, min. and a half walk in either direction will get you to the private community beach access AND the private community pier and dock by the Intracoastal Waterway and Marsh.

Marsh Mellowed By The Sea features a handsome open floor plan. Upon entering the home, you will find the living room, a well-outfitted kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a sizable dining area with seating for 10, and a half bath where you will find an enclosed washer and dryer. Also located on this floor is a master suite with a Queen size bed, a private full bathroom, and a Intelligent TV. Kitchen amenities include a keurig & drip coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, blender, crock pot, and waffle maker.

Upstairs are three additional bedrooms. The first bedroom, a master suite with a Queen size bed, private full bath with hottub tub and Intelligent TV, offers vistas of the ocean from one bay window and the marsh from the other window. The second bedroom, which also has a Queen bed and Intelligent TV, shares a full bathroom with the third bedroom which features a twin over full bunk bed and full size bed. Also on this floor you will find a sitting room with 2 recliners, a bar table and chairs, wet bar, mini-refrigerator, and TV. Savor outdoor living on the front porch, front balcony accessible from the sitting room, on the back screened-in porch which overlooks the pool, or at the pool and on the huge pool deck!

The activities are countless at Marsh Mellowed By The Sea! Fill the beach cart with sand toys and beach chairs and walk less than 2 mins. down the street to the private beach access to savor a fun-filled day in the sand, surf, and sun. With no stairs to worry about, getting to the beach is fast and simple! Later, take in the striking Marsh and ICW vistas by the private pier access which has sitting areas that include benches, a swing, and a picnic table. Launch a kayak, fish, crab, and take in the wildlife off the private community dock while surrounded by spectacular vistas and sunsets. Appreciate a game of corn hole in the backyard, a nice exhilarating drink by the Tiki bar, and don't forget to take a cooling dip in the private pool equipped with pool floats, tubes and noodles!

Vacations don't last forever, but vacation memories will when you make them here at Marsh Mellowed By The Sea.

Other features and amenities to note: New HVAC systems (2021) with whole-home air purification system that kills molds, bacteria, viruses, freshens the air, and reduces allergens, dust, and static electricity. New private pool (2020) and Tiki bar near the pool and patio. New couch and beds, outdoor hot/cold shower with changing area, outdoor gas grille, Intelligent TV's in the 3 Queen bedrooms, both upstairs sitting area and downstairs living room have Intelligent TV's and cable, Keurig coffee maker, 2 adult bicycles (men's and women's), freshly supplied kitchen items such as a thermal carafe coffee maker, blender, pots and pans, silverware, etc. and additional refrigerator in storage unit.

PLEASE READ RULES / NOTES PRIOR TO BOOKING:
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You must be at least 28 years old to book and if your group is not related, the average age of all adults (not including kids) must not be under 30 years old.

NO home events, prom events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, or any other events of any kind

NO Family Animals — if you bring an unauthorized pet you will be asked to leave immediately and no refund will be given.

NO Smoking inside or on/around the premise

NO fire pits or deep fryers allowed on premise

Please note the fireplace is decorative only (if applicable)

Please be aware that there are exterior security cameras located on the premises directed towards the parking area and/or entrances for added security and tranquility of mind.

*Please note the 5% processing fee of the total reservation amount is non-returnable after booking*

Due to severe allergies some homes may not allow service or support animals. You must disclose and get permission for any service and or support animals prior to booking.

Pool and/or Spa is private and unattended, so swim at your own risk. All kids must be supervised in the water at all time by an adult. No food, drinks, alcohol, glass, etc are allowed in or around the pool. Pools are serviced weekly. Please keep in mind that due to tropical nature of the island, it is not unusual to find unexpected debris and sand in the pool.

The pool is open year round. The heater typically keeps the pool water between 80-84 degrees April 1 - Oct 31 depending on outside air temperatures and weather. There is no additional cost to heat the pool, but we can not guarantee the pool water temperatures due to the dependency of the weather and air temperatures. Please keep in mind that the heater only runs when the pump runs and typically the pump does not run at nighttime due to timers.
*Please note, pools will NOT be heated November 1 - March 31, NO EXCEPTIONS*

If your *check in date* is on or between Memorial Day and Labor Day, your cleaning fee does include whole home linen and towel rental fee. All beds will be made up upon arrival with top and fitted sheets, pillow cases, and 1 set of towels will be supplied per person (1 set includes: 1 body towel, 1 hand towel, and 1 washcloth), and a kitchen towel.
**In the off-season (Labor Day - Memorial Day), linens and towels are NOT supplied in your reservation and are an optional additional fee of $200 at the time of booking. You can choose to bring your own linens and towels, or rent through a third event. (Last min. bookings: We need at least 24-hour notice in order to provide linens!)**

​​​​​​​We provide a basic starter pack of essentials for your first day including a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, hand soap, a roll of paper towels in the kitchen, and a trash can liner per bin.
While we do provide some items to get you started, here is a list of a few other things we want to remind you to bring:

Bath Soaps/Shampoo/Conditioner
Toothpaste
Condiments/Seasoning
Toilet paper
Paper Towels
Suntan Lotion/Sunblock
Clothes Hangers
Garbage Bags
Laundry Detergent
Dish Washer Detergent
Beach Towels

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Holden Beach and Big Beach 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

Tips to get the perfect Holden Beach vacation property experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Reserving your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• To find the best rental home for your budget, we suggest booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain coupons for local shops and restaurants.

Selecting and booking the rightrental:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group requires. Marsh Mellowed by the Sea at Holden Beach, Privated heated pool and beach access has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often available online. If not, contact the property management company before reserving your rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs applied to your contract.
• If there's an individual Wrightsville Beach destination you simply love, browse properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking

Have a wonderful stay:

• Add the host's phone number to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors bothering your life at home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms 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.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to propel more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. 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 reasonably to fix it.