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 pretty 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 delightful 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. 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 Ultravation 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.

The home provides a residential passenger elevator to make loading and unloading a breeze! No need to tote groceries and bags 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 supplied cabana service from 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 included 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.

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

How to book the best rental home experience:

Getting the best value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. 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? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Property management companies sometimes offer special rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to select the best rental home in Holden Beach:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. 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.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the host before you reserve your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what is right for your vacation family.
• Visiting for a single event or attraction? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs could be applied to your invoice.

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• At Check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let crooks ruin your family vacation.
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to inspire future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.