Raising the Bar - Oceanfront - Private Pool - Gated Community! - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Delightfully refreshed family oceanfront home located in the gated west end. Cavernous living, dining and kitchen area for family gatherings. Full kitchen with two dishwashers and stainless steel appliances. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms on the first floor. Top floor has a 5th bedroom with bunk beds, bathroom and separate sitting area for the kids. Flat screen TVs in all bedrooms & living area. Great marsh vistas, covered porches and decks with rockers. Savor your own private pool and picnic area.

Bed linens included (Beds in bedrooms only) for weekly units. No Towels supplied can be rented.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Planet Fun and Museum of Coastal Carolina are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Rental booking tips:

How to get the best value:

• Summertime is high season in Holden Beach. To find the best value, try shifting your family's Carolina Beach trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines have discounts for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Filter your search:

• To start, have your family commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Raising the Bar - Oceanfront - Private Pool - Gated Community! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available online. Otherwise, email or call the host before booking your rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what is suitable for your vacation.
• If there's a particular Carolina Beach attraction you love, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during check in. Speak to the rental manager right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to propel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.