Attractive, oceanfront house with beach access, deck, grill, & AC - near dining - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1564 square feet

Barefeet Retreat

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This light and bright oceanfront home features fun oceanside bungalow décor welcomes you in from the beach, which can be accessed from your private walkway.

Appreciate the striking ocean view from the broad, covered front porch and the cavernous kitchen/living area, which offers plenty of seating for dining or watching movies. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare your oceanside meals.

The upstairs loft features a spectacular view and more comfortable seating. Updates are constant here, and 2024 brought new carpeting upstairs along with some renovations and new paint in the bedrooms. Conveniences include central air-conditioning and heat, fiber-optic WiFi, intelligent TVs with Roku, a wet bar, a washer/dryer, an enclosed outdoor shower with hot water, a lockable storage room under the home, parking under the home, a propane grille, and plenty of parking.

Things to Know
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 4 cars.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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 Ocean Isle Beach. Planet Fun and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher 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

Strategies to get the optimal Wilmington, NC rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summer time is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guide magazines which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, 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 the best rental in Holden Beach:

• Start by choosing your a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Attractive, oceanfront house with beach access, deck, grill, & AC - near dining has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, call the property manager before you book the home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a rental that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.

More considerations:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Document any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all of your things. Make sure to 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 a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to stimulate new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental 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 quickly to fix it.