Carolina in My Mind - Private pool, walking distance to beach, and more! - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

“Carolina in My Mind” is a charmingly decorated, bespoke-constructed home with a short walk to the beach access.

This 4 bedroom, 4 ½ bath home has an inverted floor plan featuring 3 bedrooms on the first floor with private baths, 42” flat-screen TVs (in bedrooms 1, 2, and 3), and ceiling fans. The first-floor family room features a 42” flat-screen TV, Xbox, and Bose 3-2-1 sound system. A full-size washer and dryer are conveniently located on the first floor. The second floor features a enormous open-concept kitchen with a drink center, plenty of cabinet space, Keurig and regular coffee maker, and a separate dining area with additional seating at the sizable center island. The Great Room is handsome and roomy with a 60” flat-screen TV. The King primary bedroom located off of the Great Room has a private bath, 42” flat-screen TV, ceiling fan, and closet.

Savor your morning coffee under one of the covered porches with outdoor seating and peaceful ocean vistas. After a fun day at the beach, you also can appreciate a spectacular in-ground swimming pool (open from Easter - October) with an outdoor huge Blackstone griddle, enclosed shower, bar, refrigerator, and a 65" outdoor flat-screen TV over the bar for your entertainment. There is plentiful seating for those warm summer evenings around the pool and to savor the ocean breeze. Conveniently located on Brunswick Avenue, it is just a fast 3-min. walk to the private access located at the end of Boyd Street.

Appreciate 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.

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.

Absolutely no family pets nor smoking allowed on this property.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home is near 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. 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

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Southport vacation home experience:

Getting the best value:

• To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers usually offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines contain offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to pick the best rental in the Southport area:

• Select vacation week and spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Carolina in My Mind - Private pool, walking distance to beach, and more! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible online. Otherwise, call the property owner before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges applied to your agreement.

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your family's visit, inspect for any problem areas upon check in. Speak to the host immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the property to make sure you've collected everything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.