Hobbs Realty - \"Go Barefootin\" at this beautiful five-bedroom home with a private swimming pool and a hot tub - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Go Barefootin' at this handsome, well-appointed, oceanfront home. The inverted floor plan provides sweeping ocean and marsh vistas from the many windows throughout the open, airy living areas, where you can often appreciate watching dolphins in the surf and white egrets in the marsh.

Let the sound of the waves lull you to sleep in one of this cavernous home's 5 bedrooms (3K, 1Q, 2T). Located just steps away from the ocean in a peaceful area of the island, Barefootin' also offers 4.5 baths, 3-floor elevator, and a second sitting area with impressive ocean vistas. Savor your own private swimming pool (open April through October) with a sundeck and hot tub (open year-round). Three oceanfront decks (two are covered) afford plenty of opportunities to relax and savor the spectacular scenery, while a covered front porch provides gorgeous marsh vistas.

Appreciate flat-screen TVs in the living room and all bedrooms, Roku with Hulu streaming available from each TV, high-speed Plume mesh Wi-Fi routing, and Bluetooth wireless living room speakers. Other amenities include high-quality bed sets in all bedrooms, enclosed outside shower with both hot and cold water located near the pool area, outside shower on the boardwalk, park grille, wood and tile floor, grab bar in each third-floor bathroom, ceiling fans, games, and puzzles. A very well-outfitted kitchen makes for simple meal preparation and offers a huge pantry, crockpot, instant pot, electric griddle, French press, and much more. The dining area seats 12 (8 at the dining table and 4 at the adjacent island). Bring the entire family and make Barefootin' an annual tradition!

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

Enjoy a welcome set of starter amenities, including one roll of paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher pods, dish soap, and a sponge. All bathrooms include one roll of toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, makeup wipes, and bar soap.

Absolutely no family pets nor smoking allowed on this property.

About the Area

Holden Beach is home to this vacation home. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Get the best rental value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in Holden Beach. To find the best value, shift your family's Wilmington, NC trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer great weather, , and reduced traffic.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer renters an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and pick yourrental:

• First and foremost, have your family agree to the best dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Hobbs Realty - \"Go Barefootin\" at this beautiful five-bedroom home with a private swimming pool and a hot tub has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible online. If they are not listed, email or call the host before you reserve your rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Are you visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before booking
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

Tips to have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to inspire new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to 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 expeditiously to fix it.