Carefree By the Sea at Holden Beach - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1950 square feet

Beach AND Intracoastal Waterway access via private community walkways!
Striking family vacation home located between the Intracoastal Waterway and the beach in a great neighborhood. Well outfitted kitchen with everything you'll need to make your meals. Plenty of space for everybody to spread out. Linens and towels are supplied for 11. The beds will already be made when you arrive so you don't have to waste precious vacation time making beds. Appreciate the screened porch in the back and two outdoor decks in the front with new rocking chairs and elegant vistas of the marsh and Waterway. Use the private community dock to fish and crab or just relax. Take a 4 min. walk to the beach with access via the private community walkway over the dunes to the sand and surf (no steps to navigate!). Intelligent TVs in every bedroom and common rooms to keep everybody entertained when not appreciating the spectacular setting. Ground level storage space for your beach gear, a enormous outdoor shower with hot and cold water, a picnic table, a hammock, and a gas grille are all supplied. Family memories are just waiting to be made here.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips for getting the best Holden Beach vacation property experience:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. To get the best value, shift your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, , and reduced traffic. 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 family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental home up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides have coupons for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select vacation week and maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Carefree By the Sea at Holden Beach has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before booking the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You will need to determine what configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.

More tips for your stay:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to propel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.