Holden Beach House / Short 5 minute walk to Beach / Perfect Family Vacation Home - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

We have an open week because of a cancelation, July 19th-26th. We would like for you to come and have a fabulous and memorable week at Holden Beach.
We invite you to visit our beach home, which is family-owned and operated for many years. Our home is located on a peaceful street and is a 5-min., one-block walk to the beach. We have a neighborhood crosswalk with stairs for simple beach access on Ocean Blvd. We provide many beach chairs (reviewed annually) and two rolling beach carts to make it painless to take all of your necessary items over to the beach. We also have body-boards and a modest cooler for your beach beverages. Our home is family-friendly, including your family pets! All entry doors have keypads, making it easier for family members to come and go at their convenience. Our front yard has plenty of space for parking. We are Premier Host Vacation Rental By Owner’s highest rating.

Our home is located 6 blocks from the bridge, making it convenient to eateries and shopping. It is also near the recreation areas near the Town Hall (tennis courts, basketball court, and entertainment venue.) The streets have very little traffic, making it ideal for bicycle riding, running or walking your dog. We invite you to come and savor a calming vacation with your family, friends, and pets. Join the families that come each year, making new memories! If you have a huge group and need more space, there is a duplex directly across the street that sleeps 8 people. It is listed on Vacation Rental By Owner as property 220585.

Our guests have rated our vacation home as exceptional with a 9.8 (out of 10) rating with 315 reviews! We appreciate your reviews and any recommendations that would make your next visit more enchanting.

Property Highlights:
• Family-owned and operated for many years.
• Furnished as a full-time residence with many extras not typically found in rental properties
• Located on a peaceful street, just a 5-min. walk to the beach.
• Neighborhood crosswalk with stairs for easy beach access on Ocean Blvd.
• Beach chairs and two rolling beach carts included.
• Pet-friendly with a prorated pet fee of $25 per day.
• Fast internet (200+ Mbps) with secure Wi-Fi and direct Ethernet access.
Dining and Kitchen:
• Dining area seats 9 with a table and 6 comfortable chairs and 3 cushioned bar stools.
• Totally equipped kitchen with a new refrigerator with ice maker and water/ice dispenser, constructed-in microwave, electric stove with 4 burners and oven, food processor, crock pot, hand mixer, drip and Keurig coffee makers, coffee bean grinder, and a good supply of china, pots, pans (T-fal. nonstick), baking dishes, glassware, and silverware.
• Recycling containers in kitchen and outside
• Bedrooms and Bathrooms:
• 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths.
• Bedroom 1: 2 queen beds with 40” intelligent HDTV connected to Wi-Fi.
• Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed and 1 twin bed with a half-bath and 40" intelligent HDTV connected to Wi-Fi. (half-bath adjoins this bedroom)
• Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed with 32" HDTV.
• All beds and box springs are enclosed in certified bed bug protective covers.
• Full bath (main level): Shower-tub combination.
• Full bath (garage level): Sizable walk-in shower (with space heater for use in cooler months)

Outdoor Features:
• Covered porches on each side of the home with chairs and rockers.
• Partial vistas of the ocean and inland waterway.
• Enclosed garage accommodating two cars, laundry room with full-size washer and dryer, enclosed downstairs heated full bathroom, and a second full-size refrigerator with an ice maker
• Outdoor enclosed shower with hot and cold water.
• Charcoal grille (please use outside, not on the porch or inside).
• Area beside shower with hose for washing off sandy feet and toys
• Picnic table with benches.
• Rockers outside on lower levels beside picnic table.
Additional Information:
• Keypads on all exterior doors for easy access.
• Central heat and air conditioning.
• Ceiling fans in all bedrooms, living room, and kitchen
• Puzzles and books available for your enjoyment
• Pet fee: $25 per day. (Note: From May 20th to September 10th dogs are allowed on the beach before 9am and after 50
• Cleaning fee: $150 per reservation.
• June through August: 7-day units from Saturday to Saturday.
• Holden Beach is judged to be the best family beach.
• Check-in time: 4:00 pm.
• Check-out time: 11:00 am.
• Guests provide their own towels, bed linens, kitchen towels, and pillowcases.

• Mattress pads, blankets, comforters, and pillows are supplied.
• Linens and towels can be rented from Beach Fun Units or Care Linen Service.
• During summer months pets are allowed on the beach before 9am and after 5pm. Family Animals must be leashed at all times.
• $1500 returnable security deposit included in your payment (charged only if damage is found).
• June through August: 7-day units from Saturday to Saturday.
• Holden Beach is judged to be the best family beach.
• We are Premier Host Vacation Rental By Owner’s highest rating.

Recent Upgrades:

• 2025: Replaced Over range Microwave
• 2023: New outdoor rocking chairs for our porches, a new clothes washer, a new couch, and a 55" Intelligent Samsung HDTV. Repainted ceiling.
• 2022: 12 place settings of dishes, 6 wine glasses, a modest cooler for guests, a beach wagon, a recycle can, a coffee grinder, living area lamps, side tables, an ottoman, a dining room table & chairs, and bar stools.
• 2021: New Whirlpool refrigerator.
• 2020: New vanity/mirror medicine cabinet in the downstairs bathroom and outdoor lighting in each corner under the eaves of the home.
• 2019: Replaced vinyl siding and windows for better efficiency


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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 Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Wilmington, NC vacation rental tips:

Get the best rental home value:

• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. Book your Wilmington, NC vacation home in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. 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 friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family.
• Property managers usually offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Filter your search:

• Start by choosing vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Holden Beach House / Short 5 minute walk to Beach / Perfect Family Vacation Home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible online. If they are not listed, call the property management company before booking your home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds.
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a rental that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Have a fantastic stay:

• Add the host's phone number to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Document any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• When it's time to leave, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget anything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.