Raising the Bar - Oceanfront - Private Pool - Gated Community! - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Elegantly refreshed family oceanfront home located in the gated west end. Cavernous living, dining and kitchen area for family gatherings. Full kitchen with two dishwashers and stainless steel appliances. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms on the first floor. Top floor has a 5th bedroom with bunk beds, bathroom and separate sitting area for the kids. Flat screen TVs in all bedrooms & living area. Great marsh vistas, covered porches and decks with rockers. Appreciate your own private pool and picnic area.

Bed linens included (Beds in bedrooms only) for weekly units. No Towels supplied can be rented.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Big Beach, while Museum of Coastal Carolina and Sunset River Marketplace are cultural highlights. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the best Southport rental home experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in the Southport area. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is a good way to save money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Some property managers offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies supply Southport area visitors guides which include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose and book your prefectrental home:

• Choose a group leader, select your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Raising the Bar - Oceanfront - Private Pool - Gated Community! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible online. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you book the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You will need to determine what bed configuration is best for your vacation family.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Request information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

More considerations for your visit:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of difficulties.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas during arrival. text the property manager immediately to relay any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peace and quiet. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• At departure, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, remember to take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Most rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.