Hobbs Realty - Very Last Home on the Island w\/Heated Pool, Elevator, Luxury Amenities - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

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

This spectacular "end of island" home is located in Holden Beach West's private community and offers gorgeous vistas of the ocean, Shallotte Inlet, and Intracoastal Waterway. It is technically a second-row home, but very unique with its unobstructed vistas. This 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath keyless entry home (2K, 2Q, 4T) includes roomy primary bedrooms with private balconies as well as a gourmet kitchen, private swimming pool, and wrap-around porch. TVs and DVD players are in every bedroom and the common living area, as well as surround sound, upgraded cable, and a Sonos sound bar for your listening enjoyment. Cable TV is supplied in the main living room, the rest are intelligent TVs that allow you to stream your favorite movies and shows with your personal Hulu, Netflix, and Disney Plus accounts! A gas grille is included. Please note that the bedroom with the shared bathroom has access to the powder room but must enter the neighboring bedroom for a full bathroom.

Beach access is directly across the street at 1365 Ocean Blvd West. This home is near an inlet and the distance to the beach and ocean are subject to change. Due to high tides and forces of nature, tidal pools may exist in natural settings on the island. Oceanfront properties near an ocean inlet are subject to rapid and substantial changes in dune structure and distance to the beach strand.

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. 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!

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.

This home is a proud member of The 100 Collection™. If you are searching for an exceptional vacation rental experience, we cordially invite you to book a stay in this meticulously curated property. Discover the gold standard in vacation units at Holden Beach!

Embrace the warmth of southern 'Hobbspitality' Luxe style! Savor 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.

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. Available when you stay between May 1 through the end of September.

Absolutely no family pets nor smoking allowed on this property.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Big Beach, while Museum of Coastal Carolina and Sunset River Marketplace are cultural highlights. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal vacation home experience:

When to visit Holden Beach & When to book:

• To get the best value, change your family's Carolina Beach vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines have coupons for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Make a plan and pick the right Carolina Beach rental:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your vacation week, and choose a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Hobbs Realty - Very Last Home on the Island w\/Heated Pool, Elevator, Luxury Amenities has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, email or call the property manager before booking the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is optimal for your group.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach attraction you long to visit, look for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Request information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations for your visit:

• We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your stay, inspect for any problem areas upon check in. text the rental manager immediately to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.