Family-Friendly Beach House w\/ Ocean Views, Close Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1300 square feet

Unwind in this charmingly decorated beach home, with amazing ocean vistas, four balconies to savor sunrise and sunset vistas and features such as contact-complimentary stay, wifi access, streaming video/TVs and intelligent devices that offer more options than you can imagine for entertainment. It is a short 2-3 min. walk to the beach and close to the bridge, inter-coastal waterway (ICW), playground and splash pad as well as multiple local eateries to discover. Whether calming on the beach, sightseeing through the island by bicycle or kayak, or exploring the island's history as a sea turtle sanctuary, there are plenty of things to see and do here!

"Shore Feels Goode" beach home is a two-story, open concept home. The main floor features a entirely equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a comfortable dining area and bar which seats up to ten guests, open to a family room with vaulted ceilings, ideal for relaxing. On the main floor, there are two roomy bedrooms, one with a queen bed, the other is ideal as a "kid's room" with a full bed and twin-sized bunk beds. There's a full bathroom located in-between the bedrooms and access to a laundry closet across the hallway with a washer and dryer. The second floor offers two more bedrooms, one with a king bed, the other with a queen bed, and another full bathroom in-between. The family room and three of the bedrooms have direct access to balconies where you can take in the sounds and vistas of the ocean or ICW. This is a non-smoking home and does not allow family pets. For safety and security purposes, the external premises and entry points of this property are routinely monitored (ground level, front and back doors).

***PLEASE NOTE***Linens (bed and bath) are only included for peak season stays, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. During off-peak season stays, guests have the option to bring or rent linens (bed and bath) for use during their stay (i.e. sheet sets, bath towels/cloths, beach towels, and kitchen towel sets). For convenience, linen units are available through Care Linen Service, a family owned business, by phone (910-619-7190) or order directly online (www.carelinenservice.com) 2-weeks in advance of the scheduled stay.

Other amenities include flat screened TVs with HULU Live and other streaming apps in every room, bamboo memory foam pillows, blankets, and bedspreads/duvets, high-speed internet access (5G), central heat/air, ceiling fans and charging stations in every bedroom, a Google home intelligent device (can be muted by guests, if preferred), board games, books, a kids karaoke machine, iron/board, high chair, pack n' play, hair dryer in both bathrooms, dishwasher, Keurig single cup and carafe brewer (includes sample k-cups), DVD player (in kid’s room), a computer monitor for access to dual screens if working remotely, a charcoal grille, enclosed outdoor hot/cold shower, access to beach chairs, a beach cart, and various beach accessories, outdoor games, plenty of parking, close by golf courses (i.e. Lockwood Folly Country Club & Golf Course) and a short drive to Myrtle Beach or Wilmington as a "day trip" option for a wide-range of shopping, dining, and attractions.

Come appreciate this private getaway and see why Holden Beach is ranked among the best family beaches in the nation!

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 Planet Fun and Museum of Coastal Carolina. 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

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Note from host: Damage fees automatically forfeited if violated

Getting the best rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• Book your Wilmington, NC rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Some property management companies offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guides have discounts for nearby shops and restaurants.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Start by selecting your a vacation week and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Family-Friendly Beach House w\/ Ocean Views, Close Beach Access has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you book your rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your family.
• Is your family looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask your host about pets before booking.

Tips to have a terrific stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home.
• To make sure damages are not attributed to your stay, make note of any problem areas during check in. Contact the property manager right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after 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 some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on great reviews to drive new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.