FUN BEACH GETAWAY! Beach Access Across the Street / Fully Equipped Kitchen - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1200 square feet

The Comforts of Home - Beach Getaway: With the beach access across the street, the beach awaits you. 5 rocking chairs on the front porch are there for your enjoyment. Peeks of the ocean from the front porch, master bed room, other bedroom and living room. Peek of the canal to the Intercoastal waterway is from back porch, dining room and a bedroom.

We began renting in the Summer of 2010 after major renovations to include refreshed sleeper couch, adore seat and chair which provide a comfortable spot for you to watch TV with a blu ray DVD or appreciate family time. All weather proof windows and blinds have been installed, Barbour carpet throughout the home except for bathrooms, dining area and kitchen where Italian tile has been laid. Counter tops in both bathrooms now have been changed to gorgeous granite. The Wet Bar area also now has charming granite from Brazil as well. Appliances in the kitchen are Stainless Steel Kenmore or GE units (stove, refrigerator and dishwasher). Entirely outfitted kitchen with dinnerware, flatware, cookware and modest appliances included. The Master bedroom has a king size bed (2016) with a flat screen, TV, blu ray DVD and a bathroom with a washer and dryer. The second bedroom has queen size bed (2017), trundle twin bed (2016), TV and blu ray DVD . The third bedroom has a queen size bed (2017) with a TV and blu ray DVD . A picnic table sits on the back porch for your enjoyment. Ceiling fans have been installed in every bedroom and the living room and each bedroom has a separate fan. There is a modest entertainment center with a modest stereo system and a host of various table games for your enjoyment.

Outside, we have 6 beach chairs, a charcoal grille, 8 stackable chairs, 4 modest side tables and rocking chairs with table in the modest separate carport area. We also have 5 outdoor rocking chairs and 3 modest side tables on the front porch and 2 rocking chairs and table on the back porch along with 2 convert-a-benches picnic table. We also have an outdoor enclose shower with hot water.

A cozy and beautiful island, without hordes or flashing lights, Holden Beach is a beach lover's dream! The Town of Holden Beach, nationally recognized as one of the premier 'Family Beaches' in the United States. Holden Beach is proud of what we do not have. We are primarily a residential community, with a modest commercial area. Holden Beach is a great place to relax, savor the beach and the natural wildlife that surrounds us. Collect shells and maybe some shark's teeth as you walk along the shore. Build sand castles, read, swim, nap, and ride the waves. We’ve even seen sea turtles hatching! Feel a vacation that is calming and unhurried; relax, reflect and rediscover yourself and your family! Two golf courses are at Brick Landing golf course in Ocean Isle Beach. Numerous other courses are located in close by Calabash and North Myrtle Beach.

With famed Myrtle Beach, SC only an hour drive away, you can relax on the island all day and play in Myrtle all nighttime! Take in one of the many live shows (House of Blues, Legends, Alabama Theater, Carolina Opry, Medieval Times, and The Dixie Stampede) or dance the nighttime away at one of Broadway at the Beach’s nightclubs. Find some terrific bargains at the Tanger Outlets, where you can shop at Old Navy, Tommy Hilfiger, Gap, Liz Claiborne, and many, many other famed brand outlet stores. Putt-putt at the most gorgeous putt-putt courses you have ever seen! There is also an IMAX at Broadway at the Beach. And did we mention the waterparks?

If you are looking for great dining, Calabash, “The Seafood Capitol of the World” is only 30 mins. away. Holden Beach & Shallotte (only ~ 15 mins. away) areas have some goodies too with Surfers Cafe, Castaways, Provision, Silver Hill Grille, LouLous, Wing & Fish Company, Purple Onion Cage and more. Pizza at Patronies and ice-cream at Beaches N Cream are a MUST for our family and other yummy places.
Or you can stay at home and prepare your own meals in our completely equipped kitchen or grille out in the backyard! Don't forget Capt'n Pete's Seafood Market.

There is also a Walmart, Walgreens, Belk, Marshalls, Bath & Bodyworks, Home Depot, Lowes Home Improvement and other stores in Shallotte and local stores like Lighthouse Gifts, Junebugs Bags & Boutique, Sugarbritches, and Holden Beach General Store, Beach Mart, Robinson's Hardware, tons of local beachwear stores etc etc etc

Just mins. up the road from Shallotte you’ll find the historic town of Southport where you can stroll the shady, oak lined streets and shop for unique gifts and antiques. Take a day trip on the ferry from Southport to Bald Head Island where you can rent a golf cart (no cars allowed on the island) and tour the island. Or, take the ferry to Fort Fisher and visit the Civil War Museum or the Fort Fisher Aquarium. Pack a picnic lunch, feed the birds, and search for starfish among the mossy rocks.

Historic Wilmington, NC is about 40 mins. away. With a colorful past, including tons of pirates, this is a fun city to tour, on foot or by carriage! Visit the USS North Carolina battleship while you are there! Lots of neat stores and eateries are on Chandlers Wharf!

Charleston, SC is a roughly 120 miles away, but well worth the drive! You can tour the city in a horse drawn carriage and play in the fountain at the waterfront park.


Keywords: beach, ocean, public beach access, new appliances, bungalow, home, 2nd row, hideaway, family, no family pets, no smoking, Address: 364 Ocean Blvd W, Holden Beach, NC, 28462

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. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal rental experience:

Get the best rental value:

• Summer is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To book the largest vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides have offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Planning, picking, and booking the bestrental:

• To start, have your group decide on dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. FUN BEACH GETAWAY! Beach Access Across the Street / Fully Equipped Kitchen has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rentals search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, call the property manager before booking the home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas during check in. message the property manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of concerns.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.