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 appreciate a calming vacation with your family, friends, and pets. Join the families that come each year, making new memories! If you have a sizable 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 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 included.
• 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): Enormous 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. 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)

How to get the best Holden Beach vacation home experience:

Finding the best value:

• Summer is high season in the Southport area. To get the best value, try changing your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warm weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides have discounts for local shops and restaurants.

Selecting the perfect rental home in the Southport area:

• First, have your family commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Holden Beach House \/ Short 5 minute walk to Beach \/ Perfect Family Vacation Home has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking pages. If not, email the property owner before booking your rental. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If there's a particular Southport attraction you crave, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or applied to your contract.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make sure damages are not linked to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Contact the rental manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a fantastic stay? Most rental management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.