4 Bd\/3+ Ba West side duplex: Gated community; quiet, exclusive, relaxing, family - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2000 square feet

Pristine 4 Bedroom 3 1/2 bath West side of Duplex available to rent as separate or combine to rent the whole home and appreciate 8 bedrooms and 6 full, 2 half baths. Ideal for families. We provide a personalized Linen service for every week. You now just show up and our home is ready for your family. The beds are made and towels are hanging in the bathrooms. This service is not normal at Holden Beach and will normally be an additional charge.

We would adore to share our beach home with you and have you stay in either half of our gorgeous 8 bedroom half duplex. Holden Beach is an OUTSTANDING family beach that has not allowed tons of commercial development on the island. The beaches are pristine and the West End is a semi-private community with a gate to limit 'day-trippers'. Our home is well supplied with any amenities that you might need during your stay. There are tons of body boards, chairs, and beach toys located in the lockable storage area under the home that have been included over the years for the enjoyment of others.

'Joy of Flying' has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Two rooms have private en-suite baths. There is room for the kids to play under the home with swings on each side and tons of room for younger kids to ride bicycles or scooters.

New for 2023: Upstairs Master bedroom has been upgraded to a King bed and all beds throughout the home have new bed sets. WiFi has been upgraded to the max. available on the island. The beach is looking great this year. There is always something happening at Holden Beach, nature can be found in all her wonder. This year the rabbits are plentiful although the deer population seems to be a little more reserved and more difficult to watch.

Come join us for a week in heaven: * One of the best rated, least busy and most handsome family beaches found anywhere.
* Very Private, with marvelous ocean-vistas, decks and yet very close proximity to the beach (2nd row, only feet to private beach access.
* Tasteful, roomy and refreshed accommodations with much more space than most single family homes of similar price
* Approximately 40 world class golf courses within a 40-min. radius.
* Pristine & uncrowded wide white-sand beach
* Plenty of great dining choices, shopping and kids’s amusements, all within a 5-mile radius. New full-service grocery store located just across the bridge on the mainland, now open!
* 24-hour Super Wal-Mart
* Some of the best fishing and boating on the East Coast.

The beaches on the West End of Holden Beach are peaceful and wide. There is always room to throw a ball or Frisbee even on the busiest week of the year. Morning and evening walks are peaceful and calming. You will escape from your anxiety at Holden Beach.

Unwind and savor: Unwind and enjoy the rockers on the porch or the swings underneath the home. Inside you'll find a cavernous living area (roughly 1800 sq. ft of living space) with updated and tasteful decorations throughout.

Our property is very private, yet you're next to the beach, You will appreciate the location of our home. To walk onto the beach, you simply cross the street on a diagonal and walk down a comfortable wooden walkway to the beach. The beach has been maintained through the years as a family beach with little commercial emphasis.

Holden Beach is still a well-kept secret, perhaps not for long. National Geographic Intelligent Traveler magazine newly ranked Holden Beach among it's top 10 'Finest Family Beaches' category. Additionally, AAA Beach Vacation Travel Journal newly ranked H.B. one of their 'Top 30 Beaches' overall. H.B. offers a great alternative to the hordes and commercialism of close by N. Myrtle Beach, which is only roughly 30 miles away.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Lockwood Folly Country Club and River's Edge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: No pets allowed. Too much litigation exposure.

Strategies to get the best Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• Book your vacation 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 Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in Holden Beach. Reserve your Wilmington, NC rental property in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

Selecting and booking your Wilmington, NC rental:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your trip dates, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. 4 Bd\/3+ Ba West side duplex: Gated community; quiet, exclusive, relaxing, family has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before booking the rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what bed configuration is right for your vacation.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Additional considerations:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many problems.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Document any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peaceful home. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.