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 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. A Keurig coffee maker is included 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 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 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 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.

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 to get the optimal rental experience:

When to reserve a Cape Fear area rental & When to go:

• To book the best rental home for your budget, we suggest booking in Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides have money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

How to pick the perfect rental home in the Cape Fear area area:

• Start by choosing vacation dates and a max budget.
• Note the number 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 rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property manager before booking your home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• During check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a great vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.