Enjoy true \"Southern Belle\" hospitality this oceanfront home with a private heated pool! - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

A Southern Belle is known for her appeal and this one is no exception! This oceanfront Hobbs Intelligent Home (2K, 1Q, 4T, Q Murphy bed) provides a beautiful setting for your family gathering with enough seating (16) to savor dining together. Porches galore, including a screened oceanside porch and open oceanfront sundeck, distinguish this handsome home as an island jewel. For those with skin sensitivities, you can appreciate the benefits of the private oceanside saltwater swimming pool. A private hot tub on the oceanside deck overlooking the ocean and beach strand, that is now drained, cleaned, and refilled between each guest for a fresh experience!

Savor grilling out and calming on the ground-level deck. Also, the is a marine-grade freestanding ice maker for guest use in the kitchen. An Ultrarational Solaris UV PCO system provides clean and purified air in the home. The most advanced air purifier in its class as well as a UV germicidal coil light in the HVAC system. A Keurig coffee maker is supplied as well as a mesh system for faster WIFI! This home also features LVP floor throughout the upstairs and 50-inch Intelligent TVs in the bedrooms and two living areas! Appreciate the freedom to shower outdoors in the enclosed exterior facility. The second-floor den provides ample space for games, movies, or conversation.

The upstairs den has a queen-size Murphy Weber gas grille on the decking area near the pool. The firepit is not for guest use but can be used as a table to gather around outside for drinks and snacks. An Ultrarational Solaris UV PCO system provides clean and purified air in the home. The most advanced air purifier in its class as well as a UV germicidal coil light in the HVAC system.

The home provides a residential passenger elevator to make loading and unloading a breeze! No need to tote groceries and suitcases up the stairs. Please read and follow all posted rules.

This pool may be heated from September - May for an additional $500 fee per week. Please note that under optimal conditions, the pool can be heated 10 degrees above the outside temperature/max. of 87 F. Please call our office for more details as for optimal use, this service should be scheduled in advance.

Embrace the warmth of southern 'Hobbspitality!' Enjoy a welcome set of starter amenities, including K cups, two rolls of paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher pods, hand soap, dish soap, kitchen cleaning wipes, and a sponge. All bathrooms include two rolls of toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, makeup wipes, and bar soap. Your beds are made with fresh linens and a lightweight blanket, so you can jump right into making memories rather than making beds! While we provide a lightweight blanket, we urge you to bring additional layers for your comfort. Please note that while top bunk beds, trundles, sleeper couches, futons, and daybeds will not be made, we will provide fresh linens for them.

This owner also provides bath beach towel sets (one bath towel, one beach towel, one hand towel, and one washcloth) per occupancy for your convenience.

In order to properly prepare your home, early check-ins/late check-outs are not available, so plan to check in at 4:00 PM so as not to miss a min. of surf and sand!

As a gift to you, this home offers a $250 credit for you to select top-quality beach gear for your vacation stay. You can choose from a range of items including bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, body boards, and more. Simply select the gear you want for your vacation at least 48 hours before your scheduled check-in date, and VayK Gear will take care of the rest! Please note, a modest delivery fee may apply. Available when you stay between May 1 through the end of September.

Please be aware that although this is not a dog-friendly rental, the owner brings their Yorkshire Terrier to their property. Guests with animal allergies may want to consider an alternate home. An Ultrarational Solaris UV PCO system provides clean and purified air in the home. The most advanced air purifier in its class as well as a UV germicidal coil light in the HVAC system. There is also a whole home dehumidifier. The owner also has a week long deep cleaning each season to prepare for the rental season.

Absolutely no family pets nor smoking allowed on this property.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Holden Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Planet Fun and Museum of Coastal Carolina are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• Summer time is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Booking in the Fall or Spring is a good way to save on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines that include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose and book the rightrental home:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Enjoy true \"Southern Belle\" hospitality this oceanfront home with a private heated pool! has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is normally available on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before booking the property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.
• 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 rental agreement! Extra fees or charges applied to your invoice.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• At Check-in, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, 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 stuff!
• At departure, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.