• As low as $542/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
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General Features

  • Books
  • Games
  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Children's games
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Highchair
  • Ice maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Microwave
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • Travel crib
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • WiFi available

About this Property

  • Sleeps 11
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 1950 square feet

Beach AND Intracoastal Waterway access via private community walkways!
Stunning family vacation home located between the Intracoastal Waterway and the beach in a great neighborhood. Well supplied kitchen with everything you'll need to make your meals. Plenty of space for everybody to spread out. Linens and towels are supplied for 11. The beds will already be made when you arrive so you don't have to waste precious vacation time making beds. Savor the screened porch in the back and two outdoor decks in the front with new rocking chairs and handsome vistas of the marsh and Waterway. Use the private community dock to fish and crab or just relax. Take a 4 min. walk to the beach with access via the private community walkway over the dunes to the sand and surf (no steps to navigate!). Intelligent TVs in every bedroom and common rooms to keep everybody entertained when not appreciating the spectacular setting. Ground level storage space for your beach gear, a huge outdoor shower with hot and cold water, a picnic table, a hammock, and a gas grille are all supplied. Family memories are just waiting to be made here.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best rental home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

  • Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
  • Summertime is the most expensive season in Holden Beach. Booking a rental in the Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes.
  • Owners sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
  • Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
  • Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides that include special offers, either offered directly 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 gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning and choosing your prefect Wilmington, NC vacation home:

  • Choose vacation week and spending budget.
  • Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Carefree By the Sea at Holden Beach has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
  • Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the host before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your family.
  • If your group is traveling with pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.
  • Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
  • Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking

Additional considerations:

  • Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
  • Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
  • Lock your rental while you are out and about. Protect your property!
  • To ensure that damages aren't linked to your stay, record any problem areas upon your arrival. message the host immediately to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
  • Respect the neighborhood. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
  • Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Inspect the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
  • Did you have a excellent vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.

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