• As low as $187/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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General Features

  • DVD player
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Fishing nearby
  • French
  • Garden
  • German
  • Heating
  • Internet access
  • Italian
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a hospital
  • Near coin laundry
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Patio
  • Phone
  • Power boating nearby
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke detector
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spanish
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Unit size: 2280 sq ft (212 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water park
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 2280 square feet

The Defense Rests

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The Defense Rests is an handsome beach bungalow for your next hideaway or family vacation. Savor a great living room, dining area, and a well-equipped kitchen with a full suite of appliances. Three cable TVs and a DVD player provide entertainment. This home is ideal for tranquility and peaceful, providing an open deck and porch rockers with an ocean breeze and a view. Additionally, there is a calming outdoor shower. Walk mere steps across the street to the nearest beach access.

THINGS TO KNOW

Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 2 cars.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. River's Edge Golf Club and Carolina National 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 Caswell Beach. Planet Fun and Museum of Coastal Carolina are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances 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

Strategies to get the perfect vacation home experience:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

  • Summer is high season in Holden Beach. Reserve your Southport vacation home in Spring or Fall to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve 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 Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
  • In the Southport area, The earlier you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
  • Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a discount.
  • Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
  • Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitor guides which include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to pick the best vacation home in Holden Beach:

  • First, have your group agree to a vacation week and a maximum budget.
  • Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Breezy cottage across from beach access with central AC, enclosed yard & deck has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property manager before reserving your rental. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your trip.
  • Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
  • Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.
  • Do your family pets travel with you? 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 applied to your contract.

Tips to have a fantastic stay:

  • Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
  • Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
  • Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
  • Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible source for finding the best local beaches.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
  • Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would at home.
  • Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from 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.
  • Did your family have a excellent time? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.

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