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 elegantly decorated beach home, with extraordinary 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 walk to the beach and close to the bridge, inter-coastal waterway (ICW), playground and splash pad as well as numerous 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 completely equipped kitchen with freshly 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 cavernous 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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Damage fees automatically forfeited if violated

Strategies to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Carolina Beach area. To find the best value, consider shifting your family's Carolina Beach vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, travel guides have deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to select the best rental home:

• Begin by choosing your trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Family-Friendly Beach House w\/ Ocean Views, Close Beach Access has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is commonly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before reserving the property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out what bed configuration is best for your vacation family.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach attraction you crave, keep an eye out for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

Know before you go:

• Put the host's information in your smartphone.
• At Check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of issues.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect your property!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.