Hobbs Realty - Enjoy true \"Southern Belle\" hospitality this oceanfront home with a private heated pool! - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 6 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

A Southern Belle is known for her appeal and this one is no exception! This oceanfront Hobbs Intelligent Home (2K, 1Q, 4T, Q Murphy bed) provides a handsome setting for your family gathering with enough seating (16) to appreciate dining together. Porches galore, including a screened oceanside porch and open oceanfront sundeck, distinguish this enchanting home as an island jewel. For those with skin sensitivities, you can savor the benefits of the private oceanside saltwater swimming pool. A private hot tub on the oceanside deck overlooking the ocean and beach strand, that is now drained, cleaned, and refilled between each guest for a fresh experience!

Savor grilling out and calming on the ground-level deck. An Ultrarational Solaris UV PCO system provides clean and purified air in the home. The most advanced air purifier in its class as well as a UV germicidal coil light in the HVAC system. A Keurig coffee maker is supplied as well as a mesh system for faster WIFI! This home also features LVP floor throughout the upstairs and 50-inch Intelligent TVs in the bedrooms and two living areas! Appreciate the freedom to shower outdoors in the enclosed exterior facility. The second-floor den provides ample space for games, movies, or conversation.

The upstairs den has a queen-size Murphy Weber gas grille on the decking area near the pool. The firepit is not for guest use but can be used as a table to gather around outside for drinks and snacks. An Ultrarational Solaris UV PCO system provides clean and purified air in the home. The most advanced air purifier in its class as well as a UV germicidal coil light in the HVAC system.

The home provides a residential passenger elevator to make loading and unloading a breeze! No need to tote groceries and suitcases up the stairs. Please read and follow all posted rules.

This pool may be heated from September - May for an additional $500 fee per week. Please note that under optimal conditions, the pool can be heated 10 degrees above the outside temperature/max. of 87 F. Please call our office for more details as for optimal use, this service should be scheduled in advance.

Embrace the warmth of southern 'Hobbspitality!' Enjoy a welcome set of starter amenities, including K cups, two rolls of paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher pods, hand soap, dish soap, kitchen cleaning wipes, and a sponge. All bathrooms include two rolls of toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, makeup wipes, and bar soap. Your beds are made with fresh linens and a lightweight blanket, so you can jump right into making memories rather than making beds! While we provide a lightweight blanket, we urge you to bring additional layers for your comfort. Please note that while top bunk beds, trundles, sleeper couches, futons, and daybeds will not be made, we will provide fresh linens for them.

This owner also provides bath beach towel sets (one bath towel, one beach towel, one hand towel, and one washcloth) per occupancy for your convenience.

In order to properly prepare your home, early check-ins/late check-outs are not available, so plan to check in at 4:00 PM so as not to miss a min. of surf and sand!

As a gift to you, this home offers a $250 credit for you to select top-quality beach gear for your vacation stay. You can choose from a range of items including bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, body boards, and more. Simply select the gear you want for your vacation at least 48 hours before your scheduled check-in date, and VayK Gear will take care of the rest! Please note, a modest delivery fee may apply.

Another perk of staying in this home is the included cabana service May through September. The owner of this home works with a local vendor to have a cabana set up for your vacation each day on the beach strand for shade and ocean breezes. Cabanas will be set up in the morning and taken down at the end of the day. Chairs are not supplied but can be rented with the beach gear credit noted above. The service is available Sunday through Friday, weather permitting. The local vendor makes the final decision on all weather related issues.

An Ultrarational Solaris UV PCO system provides clean and purified air in the home. The most advanced air purifier in its class as well as a UV germicidal coil light in the HVAC system. There is also a whole home dehumidifier. The owner also has a week long deep cleaning each season to prepare for the rental season.

All dogs deserve their day at the beach! This owner invites you to bring your canine family member along, up to 65 pounds. Your first doggie stays for complimentary, and your second dog requires $500 per week in Doggie Dues.

There is definitely no smoking allowed on this property.

About the Area

Holden Beach is home to this vacation home. 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 Sailfish Park. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips for getting the perfect Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, change your family's Wilmington, NC vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides that include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the best rental in Holden Beach:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to a vacation week and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Hobbs Realty - Enjoy true \"Southern Belle\" hospitality this oceanfront home with a private heated pool! has 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before you book your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches. You will need to work out which bed configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• 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. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

Know before you go:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. 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 fix it.