Genuine at Holden Beach Ocean front with private heated pool and great beach views - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 6 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2754 square feet

Welcome to Genuine, managed by Brunswick Vacation Units! Located oceanfront in the private Dunescape community on Holden Beach's East End. Genuine is a 6-bedroom and 5-bath reverse floorplan home that sleeps 14, and offers 3 balconies, impressive ocean vistas, a private heated pool, a nature trail to the beach, a private gazebo, and access to the community tennis courts, basketball courts, and a community pool!

LIVING AREA:
The broad main living area located on the top floor has an open-concept design with enormous windows that offer an abundance of natural light and take full advantage of the striking ocean vistas. The secondary living room is located on the first level and has a wet bar, equipped with a mini refrigerator!

KITCHEN & DINING:
You'll feel right at home in this massive oceanfront kitchen with handsome quartz countertops and white subway tiles. There is an abundance of kitchen amenities (including a drip & Keurig coffee maker, air fryer, toaster, blender, pots & pans, and baking dishes) that make preparing home-cooked meals a breeze! There is seating for four at the bar, and two dining tables so your whole group will have a place to sit!

BED & BATH:
Boasting six bedrooms and five full baths - there is privacy for everybody in this gorgeous beach home. The expansive primary suite is located on the top floor. The remaining five bedrooms are on the first floor. Five bedrooms have queen beds and the sixth bedroom has a pyramid bunk bed (Twin over full) with a twin trundle that tucks under the bed for more space. Three of the downstairs bedrooms have balcony access to the expansive oceanfront patio.

OUTDOOR AREAS:
Appreciate the spectacular vistas from the two levels of expansive decks featuring sun enjoyment and shade reprieve. Take a dip in the shining heated pool, surrounded by plenty of seating and picnic tables. Walk down the wooden pathway to the private shaded gazebo and continue down the serene nature trail to the ocean and savor the private east end and Lockwood Folly inlet. Rinse off at the outdoor shower after fun-filled beach days. If you're lucky you might catch a glimpse of the local herd of deer grazing in the backyard early in the morning or around sunset.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
Dunescape provides a alluring environment, with homes located in the Dunes and a common area that has tennis, pickleball, volleyball, basketball, swimming, and cabana. Meander down to the ocean, ICW, or Lockwood Folly inlet for a little fishing.

GUEST ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS:
This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay.

PLEASE READ RULES / NOTES PRIOR TO BOOKING:

You must be at least 28 years old to book and if your group is not related, the average age of all adults (not including kids) must not be under 30 years old.

NO home events, prom events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, or any other events of any kind

NO Animals — if you bring an unauthorized pet you will be asked to leave immediately and no refund will be given.

NO Smoking inside or on/around the premise

NO fire pits or deep fryers allowed on premise

Please note the fireplace is decorative only (if applicable)

Please be aware that there are exterior security cameras located on the premises directed towards the parking area and/or entrances for added security and tranquility of mind.

*Please note the 5% processing fee of the total reservation amount is non-returnable after booking*

Due to severe allergies some homes may not allow service or support animals. You must disclose and get permission for any service and or support animals prior to booking.

Pool and/or Spa is private and unattended, so swim at your own risk. All kids must be supervised in the water at all time by an adult. No food, drinks, alcohol, glass, etc are allowed in or around the pool. Pools are serviced weekly. Please keep in mind that due to tropical nature of the island, it is not unusual to find unexpected debris and sand in the pool.

The pool is open year round. The heater typically keeps the pool water between 80-84 degrees April 1 - Oct 31 depending on outside air temperatures and weather. There is no additional cost to heat the pool, but we can not guarantee the pool water temperatures due to the dependency of the weather and air temperatures. Please keep in mind that the heater only runs when the pump runs and typically the pump does not run at nighttime due to timers.
*Please note, pools will NOT be heated November 1 - March 31, NO EXCEPTIONS*

If your *check in date* is on or between Memorial Day and Labor Day, your cleaning fee does include whole home linen and towel rental fee. All beds will be made up upon arrival with top and fitted sheets, pillow cases, and 1 set of towels will be supplied per person (1 set includes: 1 body towel, 1 hand towel, and 1 washcloth), and a kitchen towel.
**In the off-season (Labor Day - Memorial Day), linens and towels are NOT supplied in your reservation and are an optional additional fee of $250 at the time of booking. You can choose to bring your own linens and towels, or rent through a third event. (Last min. bookings: We need at least 24-hour notice in order to provide linens!)**

​​​​​​​We provide a basic starter pack of essentials for your first day including a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, hand soap, a roll of paper towels in the kitchen, and a trash can liner per bin.
While we do provide some items to get you started, here is a list of a few other things we want to remind you to bring:

Bath Soaps/Shampoo/Conditioner
Toothpaste
Condiments/Seasoning
Toilet paper
Paper Towels
Suntan Lotion/Sunblock
Clothes Hangers
Garbage Bags
Laundry Detergent
Dish Washer Detergent
Beach Towels

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Holden Beach and Sailfish Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Cape Fear area vacation rental tips and tricks:

Get the most from your spending budget:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Summer is high season in Holden Beach. To find the largest rental within budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at Cape Fear area restaurants, beaches, and activities.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitors guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Make a plan and pick the best Cape Fear area vacation home:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Genuine at Holden Beach Ocean front with private heated pool and great beach views has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking pages. If not, call the host before you book the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what is right for your vacation.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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! Additional pet fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of concerns.
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let crooks ruin your family vacation.
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas when you arrive. Get in touch with the host right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good ratings to propel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.