Hobbs Realty - \"Go Barefootin\" at this beautiful five-bedroom home with a private 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 impressive, 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 striking ocean vistas. Appreciate 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.

Savor 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-outfitted kitchen makes for simple meal preparation and offers a huge 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

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. 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 perfect vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Booking your Cape Fear area vacation rental in Spring or Fall is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides have coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Hobbs Realty - \"Go Barefootin\" at this beautiful five-bedroom home with a private pool and a hot tub has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property owner before you book the home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Visiting for a single attraction? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To make certain damages are not attributed to your family's visit, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. Make contact with the property manager right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to drive more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.