Babington Ocean Front Beach Home with Pool--heated pool optional-- - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Please see some of our reviews in photos. When our property management company sold their business we decided to manage the property ourselves. We are new to Vrbo but have rented this property for many years with five star reviews.
Appreciate 9 acres of privacy at 1249 Ocean Blvd West with 420 feet of striking beach frontage in the West End gated community. This exceptional property has a huge pool and decking with inviting fencing which assures total privacy. "Babington" is privately maintained and immaculately clean. All bed linens and bath towels are supplied throughout the year. All beds are newly made upon your arrival so that guests can savor a anxiety-complimentary vacation in this handsome home. This 5 bedroom, 4 bath home accommodates 11 guests. The first floor has 2 bedrooms with a king bed in the master bedroom and a double/single bed in the second. The second floor has 3 bedrooms with a queen in the first, a queen in the second and a queen in the third. All upstairs bedrooms have an ocean view and an oceanfront porch with rockers. This home offers central heat and air, dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer, fast-chill refrigerator, additional enormous ice maker, high-speed internet, cable TV including a surround sound, Apple TV, DVD player, phone, upper and lower porches, enclosed outside shower with hot and cold water, fish cleaning station with hot water, covered grilling area with seating and covered parking. The private walkway to the beach has a sun deck, stargazing deck and multiple showers. The pool is generously furnished with chairs, lounges, tables and umbrellas.

Heated pool OPTIONAL for early spring and late fall with 48 hour notice. A separate 75 dollar daily fee will be charged.
Pool heater not available Dec through February. If you choose to purchase pool heat we will turn it on prior to your arrival with the understanding that outdoor weather conditions greatly affect the pool water temperature. Pool heaters cannot operate if the temperature outside is under 50 degrees.

This is a NON-SMOKING home. Outside ash cans are supplied for smokers.

Linens: K,D/S,Q,Q,Q

Parking Notes: Guests may park directly in front of the home. There is a covered parking area as well as parking in the driveway. NOTE: Parking on the street and/or sidewalks is stringently prohibited and may result in a violation ticket or towing.

Our pool company, 4-Season's, comes by for routine pool cleaning/maintenance on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. They are quick and you probably won’t see them.
Our linen company, Shallotte Cleaners, picks up/drops off our beach home laundry on Tuesdays & Fridays. You probably won't see them either. No one needs inside access to the home. The laundry is stored in a locked closet under the carport.

We provide only enough toilet paper, trash bags and soap to get you through the first day or two. Beach and Pool towels are not included.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holden Beach and Big 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

Tips to get the very best Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Getting the best value:

• Reserve your vacation in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides have money saving offers on nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Choosing and booking the right Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Select a group leader, select your vacation week, and select a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Babington Ocean Front Beach Home with Pool--heated pool optional-- has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property manager before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Does your family require special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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 rental agreement! Pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.

Know before you go:

• We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any damages to the property during check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors bothering your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected everything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a fantastic vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.