Where the Whole Crew Finally Unplugs Together - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

Picture your whole crew from the littles racing to the pool to the grandparents claiming the best porch chairs all together, finally unhurried, with nothing but open ocean in front of you. That's what this home delivers. A single-level, oceanfront getaway in Holden Beach where the water is steps away, the private pool is heated on demand, and every corner of the property was constructed for a group that wants to be together without being on top of each other.

Quick Facts
Sleeps up to 10
4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Single-level layout
Private pool with optional heat + swim ledge
Direct, gated beach access sand is steps from the back deck
9-hole putting green + ping pong table under the home
Covered porch + open sun deck with unobstructed ocean vistas
Giant yard with grille for outdoor cooking and lawn games
Washer/dryer on-site

The Feel
Morning starts with coffee on the covered porch while the ocean does what it does. The kids are already asking about the pool. Someone's already claimed a lounge chair. By 10am your whole group has naturally spread across the property and that's the point.
The home flows the way a family actually moves. The open-concept living room looks straight out to the water, so the adults keeping an eye on the kids at the pool can still be part of the conversation inside. The kitchen is sized for real cooking big family dinners, taco nights, birthday cakes and it connects directly to the living space so no one's isolated while they're prepping. When dinner's done, the covered porch pulls everybody back together.
Outside is where this home really earns its keep. The private pool sits on a enormous lot next to an adjacent empty parcel, which means your group isn't sharing vistas or fence lines with anyone. The 9-hole putting green gets competitive by day two. Ping pong lives under the home shaded, accessible, and ready to go regardless of weather. The yard has room for cornhole, lawn chairs, and whatever else your crew brings. And when anyone's ready for the real thing, the gated beach access path puts you on the sand in under a min..

Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1 Primary King Suite (Ensuite bathroom) A private king bedroom with an attached walk-in shower, vanity, and toilet. Ideal for the trip organizer, grandparents, or anyone who's earned their own space.
Bedroom 2 Queen + Twin One queen bed and one twin in a light, comfortable room. A great fit for a parent with a younger kid, two kids sharing, or a couple who doesn't mind the cozier layout.
Bedroom 3 King Guest Room (Connected to Bunk Room) A full king bedroom with a direct door to the bunk room ideally set up for parents who want their young kids close but everybody sleeping in their own space.
Bedroom 4 Bunk Room A bunk bed with trundle and safety rails, plus additional floor space for play. The stacked washer and dryer lives here too, which keeps laundry out of the main living areas. Kids appreciate this room. Parents appreciate that the kids adore this room.

Standout Features
The Pool Private, fenced, and available with optional heat during shoulder season (March–May, October–November). The tanning ledge is a permanent fixture for anyone who wants to be in the water without actually swimming. Parlor chairs surround it. It's the center of gravity for the second half of every day.
Beach Access The deck steps down to a gated path that leads directly to the sand. No road crossings, no parking tons, no carrying gear through a neighborhood. Just your group and the beach. The outdoor shower at the base of the home makes the transition back inside clean and fast.
The Putting Green + Ping Pong Under the home, shaded and protected from weather. Nine holes of putting is enough to run a tournament. Ping pong keeps the energy going after dinner. Both are the kind of entertainment that requires zero planning and works for every age.
The Vistas The lot sits next to a permanently empty adjacent parcel, meaning there's nothing between you and an unobstructed expansive view of the Atlantic. The living room, the covered porch, and the sun deck all face it directly. You'll stop noticing the view eventually. But probably not until day three.
The Kitchen Totally outfitted with everything you need to feed a group without a grocery run for basics. The layout keeps the prepare in the conversation open to the living space so no one misses anything while dinner is happening.

Location
Holden Beach is a quieter, residential barrier island long on shoreline, short on hordes. It doesn't have the commercial strip of the bigger beach towns, and that's exactly the point.
3–5 min drive to Holden Beach waterfront eateries and casual dining
5 min to island stores, ice cream, and beach gear
30 min to Wilmington for a full day of dining, shopping, and attractions
45 min to Myrtle Beach if the group wants a theme park or bigger outing
The home itself sits on a wide stretch of beach with low foot traffic and long sight lines in both directions. If your group is coming to actually be at the beach not just near it this is the right location.

What to Know Before You Book
A rental agreement is required after booking. Your access code and check-in details are released once it's signed, so everything is confirmed and ready before you arrive.
Optional Pool Heat is available during March, April, May, October, and November at $85/day. Request it after booking it's handled through your guest portal so there's nothing left to figure out on arrival.
Summer Check-In: Early check-ins and late check-outs are not available during peak summer months. This keeps the home entirely prepared and at the standard you're expecting when you walk in.
Minimum Booking Age: 25+. A government-issued ID may be requested to confirm.
Occupancy: min. occupancy applies at all times, including daytime visitors. Plan your group size accordingly.

House Rules
No smoking indoors or on any outdoor space, including decks and patios. A $750 remediation fee applies per occurrence.
No family pets. This keeps the home clean and allergy-friendly for every guest.
Check-out is 10:00am. A $100 fee applies for every 25 mins. past check-out.
No events or events. This is a peaceful residential beach community excessive noise or gatherings may end your stay early without refund.
Parking in the driveway only. Street parking is not allowed.
Quiet hours after 10:00pm.
Any damaged, broken, or missing items during your stay are your responsibility.