Hobbs Realty - \"Go Barefootin\" at this beautiful five-bedroom home with a private swimming pool and a hot tub - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Go Barefootin' at this handsome, well-appointed, oceanfront home. The inverted floor plan provides sweeping ocean and marsh vistas from the many windows throughout the open, airy living areas, where you can often appreciate watching dolphins in the surf and white egrets in the marsh.

Let the sound of the waves lull you to sleep in one of this roomy home's 5 bedrooms (3K, 1Q, 2T). Located just steps away from the ocean in a peaceful area of the island, Barefootin' also offers 4.5 baths, 3-floor elevator, and a second sitting area with gorgeous ocean vistas. Savor your own private swimming pool (open April through October) with a sundeck and hot tub (open year-round). Three oceanfront decks (two are covered) afford plenty of opportunities to relax and savor the spectacular scenery, while a covered front porch provides handsome marsh vistas.

Appreciate flat-screen TVs in the living room and all bedrooms, Roku with Hulu streaming available from each TV, high-speed Plume mesh Wi-Fi routing, and Bluetooth wireless living room speakers. Other amenities include high-quality bed sets in all bedrooms, enclosed outside shower with both hot and cold water located near the pool area, outside shower on the boardwalk, park grille, wood and tile floor, grab bar in each third-floor bathroom, ceiling fans, games, and puzzles. A very well-supplied kitchen makes for painless meal preparation and offers a sizable pantry, crockpot, instant pot, electric griddle, French press, and much more. The dining area seats 12 (8 at the dining table and 4 at the adjacent island). Bring the entire family and make Barefootin' an annual tradition!

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.

Enjoy a welcome set of starter amenities, including one roll of paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher pods, dish soap, and a sponge. All bathrooms include one roll of toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, makeup wipes, and bar soap.

Absolutely no family pets nor smoking allowed on this property.

About the Area

Holden Beach is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle 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 and Tricks to get the very best Carolina Beach vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Reserve your Carolina Beach rental home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides have money saving offers on nearby tours and attractions.

Make a plan and choose the right Carolina Beach vacation home:

• Start by selecting potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Hobbs Realty - \"Go Barefootin\" at this beautiful five-bedroom home with a private swimming pool and a hot tub has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the host before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is right for your trip.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• If there's a specific Carolina Beach attraction you are crazy about, look for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

• Add the host's information to your phone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many concerns.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, document any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to propel new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.