\"Love At First Sight\" - Oceanfront Home w\/ Private Pool, 7 Bedrooms \/ 5.5 Bathrooms - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 20
• 7 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3138 square feet

Fall in "Appreciate at First Sight" with this 7 Bedroom, 5.5 bath oceanfront home on the exclusive west end of Holden Beach. Located in Holden West, a private gated community, this home offers spectacular ocean vistas, a enormous private pool and private beach access.

The main floor includes a bespoke kitchen with quartz counters, and gourmet appliances including a 72" refrigerator and freezer, wine refrigerator, under cabinet ice maker, dishwasher, 36" prepare top, in-island microwave, and full-size double oven. Expansive kitchen island offers seating for 6 along with adjoining dining room with a table that seats 12. Expansive walk-in pantry tons of space for food storage and coolers. The open concept living room with a two-story vaulted ceiling includes two full size couches, chairs, and comfortably seats sizable groups for TV watching or hanging out. A powder room and laundry room are conveniently located on the main floor just off the living room.

Three of the seven bedrooms are on the main floor. Each bedroom on the first floor includes its own private bath. The huge master is located on the main floor and includes a bath with double sink and separate water closet with toilet, tub, and shower. The master also has an over-sized chair with a pull-out twin sleeper.

The 1/2 acre grounds offer privacy with a fenced yard, over-sized saltwater pool with huge pool deck ideal for calming, grilling or appreciating the afternoon sun and warm nighttime breeze. The roomy oceanfront porch offers expansive vistas of the ocean and overlooks the bespoke, over-sized pool below. The pool is the one of the biggest on the island surrounded by a giant pool deck with lounge chairs and rockers. Two large porches on the street side of the home have striking vistas of the ICW and boats sailing by. Appreciate evening walks along the lighted catwalk down to the secluded beach. The home is one of the last properties on the west end of the island and is extremely private and peaceful. Get away from the madness in your own private getaway.

Pet Friendly: $250 Non-returnable pet fee is required and is limited to a single dog up to 50 pounds. An additional dog(s) may be allowed included that they are pre-approved by PROACTIVE Vacations. Additional Fees will apply for more than one dog. Guests must crate family pets when they are left in the home unattended.

This pool is open year round. Pool heater may be available upon advance request only, with a pool heating fee of $400. Pool is cleaned prior to arrival, and also cleaned mid-stay for 7 nighttime units.

Discounts may be available for this property. To view your total vacation price, including any available discounts, please input your stay dates with number of guests and click Book Now. (Don't worry, your vacation will not be booked until you have confirmed the terms)

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Lockwood Folly Country Club and River's Edge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium 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 allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the best Cape Fear area rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring is an excellent way to save on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitors guides which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, 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 grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and picking the bestrental home:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your dates, and select a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group requires. \"Love At First Sight\" - Oceanfront Home w\/ Private Pool, 7 Bedrooms \/ 5.5 Bathrooms has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available online. If they are not listed, email the property management company before reserving the home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If there's a particular Cape Fear area beach you simply love, search for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips to have a great stay:

• Add the owner's contact info to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• During arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on good feedback to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.