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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Holden Beach, NC
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, North Myrtle Beach Beaches
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Barefoot Landing
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1.

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2.

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Hallway Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family.

Family Friendly & Fido-Friendly Oceanfront 2BR 1BA, SALTWATER POOL.



ABOUT THIS PROPERTY:



Have a small group, but wishing for an oceanfront location ? Tired of lugging your beach equipment back and forth to the beach ? Want easy access to a toilet without walking blocks back to your house? Check out the ground level unit of this newly renovated (in 2022) original Holden Beach up/down duplex cottage. You'll find a greatroom decorated in a cheery beach motif, a fully stocked kitchen with new granite-topped cabinets, 3 flatscreen TVs with Roku, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Throughout. Sliding glass doors lead to a deck with Adirondack chairs, a perfect place to relax while studying the beautiful night sky. The saltwater pool with a tanning shelf and a pool deck with seating enhances your outdoor living space. Challenge yourself on the Holden Beach Fit Trail located just across the road. You'll find a hot/cold outdoor shower right outside your door, great for rinsing off before coming in for a fresh seafood dinner !!

Kick off your vacation with a stress-free arrival. We provide a starter set of essentials to get you going, including a roll of paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher pods, dish soap, and a sponge. Each bathroom is also stocked with one roll of toilet paper. Once you’ve settled in, you may need to restock these items for the remainder of your stay.

Selected beds are made with fresh linens so you can jump right into making memories rather than making beds! Please note that while top bunks will not be made, we will provide fresh linens for them.

We also provide bath towel sets (one bath towel, one hand towel, and one washcloth) per guest for your convenience. Beach and pool towels are not included.

This is a ground-level unit. From the Oceanside windows you will see the dunes. From the streetside window you will see the pool, the marsh, and the intracoastal waterway beyond. Your deck is furnished with bench seating, where you can relax atop the dunes while watching the ocean waves roll in.


2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH, SLEEPS 4. BR #1 King, BR #2 2 twins and a bunkbed (4 twin mattresses in this bedroom). 4Adults Maximum. Sleeps 6.

This pet friendly property allows one small dog (under 45 pounds) of acceptable breed, along with a $250 non-refundable pet fee. It is important to note that no dogs are allowed in the pool.

2% DISCOUNT ON RENTAL RATE FOR THOSE WHO PAY BY CHECK.

This home rents weekly. Saturday to Saturday.
High Speed Internet
DVD
3 TV's. 1 in each bedroom and 1 in great room.
Bed and Bath Linens Included
Pool Heat Included Weekly Rentals Only April, May, Sept, Oct
Departure Cleaning Included Weekly Rentals Only
Beach Chairs Included ($120 Value)
Non Smoking
Parking provided for 2 cars.
Charcoal Grill
Pet Friendly With Fee
Salt Water Pool To Be Shared With Upper Unit.
Exterior Security Cameras In Use

Recent Updates

We are excited to announce installation of a saltwater pool for the 2022 season !

The pool is a generous 12 x 23 with plenty of decking for the both the upper unit and the lower unit to enjoy. We have heating capability for the early spring and later fall rentals.

This pool will be open from April through October. Heat must be requested at least 1 week prior to your arrival. For weekly rentals we will set the heater to 85 degrees 24 hours prior to your arrival during April, May, Sept and Oct, with the understanding that outdoor weather conditions greatly affect pool water temperature. Pool heaters cannot operate if the temperature outside is under 55 degrees. Pool heat will be provided with fee for partial week rentals.

CANCELLATIONS AND TRANSFERS: : In the event there is a cancellation or a transfer of a confirmed rental for any reason, we must be notified by the leaseholder, in writing. We will make every reasonable effort to re-rent the cancelled property. If the cancelled property is re-rented for the original lease amount, tenant will receive a refund of the payment made less $500, reservation fee, applicable taxes, elected fees and the trip insurance premium. Refunds will be made within 60 days after receipt of the first paid deposit due on new reservations, on same property, same rental period, and same rental rate. Owner has no control over the VRBO traveler service fee. For refunds of that fee, the guest must contact VRBO. Please see Trip Insurance Protection available.

About This House:

We purchased this home when our children were young. We used the 2 bedroom downstairs ourselves and rented the 3 bedroom upper unit. Our children grew up and had children of their own. We'd outgrown our cozy 2 bedroom unit. We then put in a spiral staircase that connects the two units, so it can be used as one 5 bedroom home with two living areas and two kitchens during the peak summer season when large combined families vacation together. We have a lock out door and insulation for the stairwell that we put in place during the spring and autumn. We've rented our lower unit and the upper unit simultaneously to unrelated parties for many years now. We have no problems or complaints about this arrangement from our renters who choose our home. Offering both units for rent simultaneously allows us to price very competitively.

ABOUT OUR POLICIES:

Non Smoking. No tobacco, smokeless tobacco, e-cigarettes, etc.

This home rents weekly. Saturday Check In. Saturday Check Out.

Rates subject to change until reservation is confirmed.

$250 damage deposit hold placed on your credit card 3 days prior to arrival

ABOUT BRINGING YOUR PET:
This pet friendly property allows one small dog of acceptable breed and size (under 45 pounds) along with a $250 non-refundable pet fee. Any additional or larger pet(s) must be approved by property owner and may result in multiple pet fees. This fee is not to cover damages caused by a pet, but just covers the privilege of bringing them along on your vacation. Any cost resulting from damages, extra cleaning, fleas, odors, etc. that occur as a result from a pet being in a property will be deducted from your refundable security deposit.

-Please pick up any and all pet waste after your pet whether on or off the rental property.

-Puppies are not allowed.

-Nails must be clipped to avoid scratching damage.

-The pet MUST be on a flea program, and owner must be able to provide evidence of such program if required.

-The pet can NOT be left unattended.

-The pet is NOT allowed on the furnishings or in/on bedding, or in the pool. Extra cleaning due to violations of this rule will be charged to you or to your security deposit.

-Pets are NOT allowed on the beach from May 20 to September 10, with the exception of the hours from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM. Daytime during the summer season the beach is off limits to pets and fines may be given by beach patrol to anyone with a dog on the beach.

-It is the guest's responsibility to report any problems or damages caused by their pet. Please see #14 on your Rental Lease Agreement.

Please feel free to contact us with any of your questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing both you and your pet at Holden Beach in the near future. Thank you.

SURVEILLANCE: There are surveillance cameras located on the exterior of the property. There are no cameras located inside the cottage. The surveillance cameras overlook the parking areas, exterior entry doors and pool, and are installed primarily for deterrence and monitoring purposes when the property is not rented or is not occupied by the property owner. Tampering with the cameras in any way is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate removal of all guests from the property and forfeiture of all amounts paid.

Accessibility & Safety
Your comfort matters to us, and we want you to feel right at home from the moment you arrive. To help you plan your stay and ensure everything meets your needs, please review the following details:
Furniture & Beds – Designed for typical residential use, with maximum weight capacities in place to ensure safety and prevent damage.
Downstairs Shower – Features an 18-inch door opening, which may limit accessibility for some guests.
Thermostats- Operate using defined temperature ranges for heating and cooling, AC/Heat pauses if a door is open for 5+ minutes and resumes when closed.
General Use – Please use all furniture, fixtures, and amenities as intended and within their safe operating limits.
If you have any questions about accessibility or safety features before booking, we’re always happy to provide more details so you can book with confidence


ABOUT HOLDEN BEACH
Welcome to Holden Beach, North Carolina, where family values and old fashioned fun are still a part of your vacation. Holden Beach has a very small commercial area on the island. That point is considered by many to be a key reason to keep them coming back year after year. While there are limited commercial establishments on the island, everything one could desire is located within a short driving distance.

The causeway leading to the island contains numerous specialty stores and shops, and the Town of Shallotte just 10 minutes away has several chain grocery and department stores that provide all the necessities. Wilmington and Myrtle Beach are only 35-45 minutes away and if you can't find what you're looking for there, it doesn't exist.

There are over 125 superb golf courses within a one-hour drive from Holden Beach. Courses range from very challenging to user-friendly for golfers who don't always hit the ball where they want it to go. The Myrtle Beach area is perhaps the best region in the United States to find a course just right. Seasonal rates vary.

Boating, fishing and hiking the island are very popular activities. Shell hunters can find so many that the kids will fill u

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One dog under 45# of acceptable breed and temperme
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
3 days before your stay, $200 damage deposit hold will be placed on your credit card. See rental agreement for information regarding damage deposit.
Phone conversation with owner required. Rental agreement must be completed & returned to owner with Govt ID within 24 hours.
Rates and availability subject to change until rental agreement is signed. Dog of acceptable age,breed,size allowed with payment of pet fee.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Supply

Located in Holden Beach, this cottage 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Holden Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Holden Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 27 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Caswell Beach - 32 min drive - 43.6 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 48 min drive - 57.5 km
  • Barefoot Landing - 56 min drive - 66.1 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Silver Hill Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Cove Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family.?

As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family. on 9 May, 2026 start from S$532, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront. Heated Saltwater Pool. Perfect For A Small Family. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holden Beach cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Holden Beach, Big Beach and Sailfish Park. Magic Mountain Fun Park is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was the perfect for a peaceful family getaway! Only steps away from the beach, with a nice clear path, which made it easy for my young grandchildren. The home was was cozy and had a beachy decor. We did love the addition of a salt water, heated pool. Perfect temp for morning, and evening dips. Wind beneath my wings beach home was our perfect vacation destination!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2026
We are happy that you found our place for your peaceful family getaway. We love hearing that you enjoyed our cozy and beach decor, and had a perfect vacation. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful, relaxing time. The pool was perfect for us and everything we needed was provided. Can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Wonderful from first day to the last

Property was clean It has everything you need for a great beach experience Would absolutely stay at this place many more times
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2025
Teresa, We are pleased we had everything you needed for a great beach experience, and we look forward to your return! Thank you for taking the time to write a review . Beth
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paula B W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fine, just may want to air out the house more often and maybe have the HVAC system cleaned. Was hard on my allergies.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2025
Dear Paula, Thank you for taking the time to share feedback about your recent stay. I'm truly sorry to hear that you experienced allergy issues, especially since you mentioned everything was great midway through your visit. I understand how frustrating it can be when allergies flare up unexpectedly. I want to assure you that the HVAC system was recently replaced during a complete remodel of the home, and we take pride in maintaining a clean and comfortable environment for our guests. We air the house thoroughly during each cleaning to ensure a fresh atmosphere. I, too, experienced allergies the week of your stay. On the weather reports, Grass and ragweed pollen counts were noted as being high. I appreciate your understanding that with high pollen counts during the week, the presence of your dog may have contributed to your allergies. We love having pets in our home, but I know that they can sometimes bring in outdoor allergens. Your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us, and I hope you would consider staying with us again in the future. We would love the opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable experience. Sincerely, Beth
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this beach

We had a wonderful stay. Was unaware that we wouldn’t have an ocean view, however it didn’t take away from our experience. Will go again!! Hostess was incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2024
Hi Tracy, It's so good to know you had a wonderful stay and a great experience at Wind Beneath My Wings. I am sorry that you missed the paragraph about this being a ground level unit, but am sure you enjoyed watching the waves rolling in from your dedicated deck area. Thank you for your comment regarding our hosting. We love Holden Beach too, and sure try to ensure our guests do want to return ! Thank you for taking the time to write a review? Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ready for the next time

We loved where this property was located and the pool was a great addition for a cooler visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2024
Steven, We are glad to know you loved our location and the pool Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth and Bill
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra & Ricky F.

Perfect Location

We have stayed here several times before in the upstairs and the down stairs unit both. It is just perfect for us. It’s a perfect location on the beach we think and has everything we need inside the home. Then add a beautiful pool. They also have beach chairs so we didn’t even have to bring those. And there owners are wonderful to work with. It’s just a great place and we love it.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2025
Thank you once again for your return to Wind Beneath My Wings. We love the location too,and are glad you find it perfect for you. We look forward to your return. Thank you for taking the time to write a review !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach trip 2023

We were very satisfied. Love the beach. Great food! Relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2023
Gail, Relaxing and peaceful sounds like a perfect beach vacation. We enjoyed hosting you and hope to see you again ! Beth
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol G.

Perfect Location

This home was in a great location. Our family loves Holden Beach. Our party was small this year because we planned vacation at the last minute and this home was adequate for what we needed. Nicely decorated and beautiful ocean view from the deck. It is also close to Wilmington which we enjoyed as well.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Thank you for your review, Carol. It's always nice to hear others love Holden Beach as much as we do ! We look forward to your return. Beth and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation!!!

Property Owners went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience! They were wonderful to work with prior to and during our vacation. Very quick to resolve any problems or questions.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Stephanie, We are so pleased that you enjoyed your vacation in our beach house. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Fun

The heated saltwater pool was delightful and we stayed warm in the pool even with cooler temp and beach breeze! Loved the outside shower with hot and cold water.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Rebecca, We are glad your family enjoyed our heated saltwater pool. That outside shower is great, especially for showering off the sand at the end of a day on the beach. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christyann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront Cottage Lower Level

The location is great and Beth was great to work with; she was very helpful and friendly. She also was very honest about what the unit was like before I booked which was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Christyann, Thanks for the review. We look forward to your return to Holden Beach ! Beth
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Booked Wind Beneath My Wings fairly last minute after receiving covid vaccine. It was our first trip to Holden Beach and this location could not be beat- Just steps to the beach. Happy we could take our pup with us too! Beth was very responsive to my questions and we enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2021
Lynn, We were glad we were able to accommodate you and your dog. Many of our guests comment on the wonderful location. We are happy that you too enjoyed your stay at Wind Beneath My Wings ! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth and Bill
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra & Ricky F.

Another Wonderful Vacation

This is the perfect place for a much needed.....relaxing, restful but with the excitement of treasure hunting on the beach and a very enjoyable vacation. I could not have ask for anything more, it was perfect. Just what my husband and I needed. We're going home rejuvenated. This place is heaven on earth for us.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
Sandra and Ricky, "Going home rejuvenated". What a wonderful description of your vacation at Wind Beneath My Wings ! It was a pleasure to host you again. We look forward to your return ! Beth and Bill
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Family Vacation

We were so thankful to have had the opportunity to be oceanfront last week! The location could not have been more perfect. We were able to bring the kids out without lugging entire coolers and wagons full … it made our trip even more relaxing. Beth & Bill are the most hospitable hosts I’ve ever worked with. We were extremely comfortable and felt like home away from home. The heated pool was a huge gift! My kids loved and we were able to enjoy hours of fun in mid October. We definitely recommend Wing Beneath My Wings for anyone traveling with a small family, especially with a couple of kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2022
Rebecca, We actually purchased this house when our children were young. We know exactly what you mean ! Oceanfront is so much more enjoyable when vacationing at the beach with young children who can't help lug all the beach equipment back and forth ! We are glad to know you were extremely comfortable at our home and that our new heated pool made swimming in October a fun experience ! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth and Bill
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dennis &.

Amazing stay

This was our 4th year at this rental and, as we are frequent travelers, I have to say that Beth and Bill are by far the most accommodating and communicative owners we have ever worked with. The place is meticulously clean, Well equipped, and very comfortable. It was a bonus this year to use their new saltwater pool. Just fantastic!! Hurricane Ian had hit as we were departing but Beth was quick to give us every update preceeding that. We were very comfortable knowing we truly had someone who cared about the well being of their guests. The area is filled with things to do and shopping nearby as well as several restaurants. It's our home away from home.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2022
Dennis & Kelly, We love hearing that you find Wind Beneath My Wings meticulously clean, well equipped, and very comfortable, and that you like our new addition of the saltwater pool. Our locat merchants work hard, and it's good to know that you enjoy the shops and restaurants here. We love having you as repeat guests, and look forward to your 5th visit ! Beth and Bill
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Todd Y.

Great little downstairs cottage right on the beach

Has everything you need in a 2 bed 1 bath lower level unit. Separate deck and beach entrance from the upstairs unit. Good sized rooms and bathroom. Very clean and easy owners to work with. Plenty of light from the sliding glass door on the lower level. No ocean view from inside apartment, but owner was clear to point that out ahead of time. Great view from the deck. Right side stairs (as pictured from beach) are your own separate entrance. Cable TV and all the household dishware you could need. My wife and our 4 year old daughter loved the place. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Hi Todd, We are SO glad that you and your family had a good time at our beach house. It certainly makes life easier to be just a few steps from the beach when you are travelling with a 4 year old ! We are happy to hear that all was clean and well stocked for you ! Our cleaning crew will be thrilled to know you noticed their efforts....we think we have the best housekeepers on the beach ! Please come visit us again. It was a pleasure doing business with you. Thank you for your review. Beth and Bill
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Toph S.

True Beach House!

Our family visited Holden Beach last-minute on a whim after looking for a beachfront house to rent. When we arrived, we were welcomed with a beautiful display of fresh flowers and a home that is literally on the beach. The house is the perfect place if you are looking for a beach vacation somewhere that is not a huge tourist attraction (ie: Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, etc.). The house itself has all the kitchen essentials for cooking as well as a charcoal grill. Additionally, there is one full bathroom (but no bathtub - which was a bit challenging for us since we had young kids). If the weather is good, you can literally walk outside and you are on the beach – you can’t ask for a better location. There is also a general store and ice cream shop within walking distance. If the weather is bad, be sure to bring some games or books because there is not a lot nearby to do otherwise. Overall, we couldn't have been happier with the house and the owner, Beth, is really great to work with. Thank you for sharing your beach house with us!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Toph, We are so glad you and your family loved Holden Beach and our beach cottage as much as we do. It was a pleasure meeting you and your beautiful family ! We hope you'll visit again . Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammi L.

We had the BEST TIME!

I am known to not like the beach.... sand, saltwater etc. are not "my thing" but I go for my daughter. Our vacation at this home has changed my overall opinion of the beach. WE LOVED OUR TRIP! So much so that I have already inquired about availability to go back at the end of the summer. The first floor unit was exactly as described. There were fresh flowers waiting for us when we arrived and a personal note from the owners. It was very welcoming. The home was clean, smelled fresh, and had everything you would need for a nice vacation. We loved the private patio outside the sliding glass doors. There are two outdoor showers for your use: 1 with cold water at the top of your steps to rinse off and another enclosed outdoor shower/changing stall with both hot and cold water. Having my aversion to sand, we utilized the outdoor hot/cold shower daily to wash up after our day at the beach. It was wonderful to not have to track sand into the house! The location of this home could not be more perfect. You are truly steps away from the beach. It was very convenient to go to and from the house/beach for bathroom breaks, lunch, etc. Beth, the owner, was wonderful. She communicated well about the house, checked in with us during our stay, and answered any questions we had very quickly. There were tenants in the upstairs unit that we quickly became friends with. The kids played together daily. Being that this unit is downstairs, you can hear the foot traffic upstairs but it wasn’t enough to cause any issues. Holden Beach is very quaint. There isn’t much to do on the island outside of the beach and biking so if you are looking for a place with non-stop entertainment, amusement rides, etc., you may want to rent elsewhere. We were looking for a relaxing beach trip and that was exactly what we got. Honestly, we could not have been happier! It did rain a bit while we were there so we did a quick trip to the movies in Shallotte as well as a site seeing trip to Oak Island. There is a general store, souvenir shop and ice cream shop within walking distance of the house on the island.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Tammi, I just can't imagine not being a beach-lover . You're a great mother for going along with a beach vacation ! And I'm glad we converted you ;- )) We are happy you liked our quiet little beach, and had a wonderful vacation. We look forward to your return ! Thank you for your review. Beth
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Excellent Beach Front Cottage

I rented this cute beach front cottage for myself, 2 young children and grandma to enjoy for 1 week vacation. The owner was easy to communicate with through the VRBO website and privately through e-mail, phone and text, very personable and friendly. She gave accurate information about the lower unit cottage. We arrived late Saturday night and our keys and instructions were being held at a local realtor locked key box 3 minutes from the house, very easy. The cottage was clean and prepared with fresh flowers for our arrival. Each room had fresh beds and cleaned, prepared sheets were left for us by the Linen Service. We brought our own bath towels, beach towels and hand towels for bath and kitchen. Floors were clean and vacuumed, surprisingly no sand despite the beach front location, no bugs or odors. The kids loved the bunk beds in the first room, with 2 additional twin beds and the second room with a king bed. Plenty of shelf space to put clothes and suitcases. Furnishing were simple and beach themed ie. White rattan with Floridian print but comfortable and appropriate for the location. Multiple lights and outlets for electronics. Wifi available and good cell service. Kitchen was simple but well stocked with blender, toaster, pots and pans, kitchen utensils, etc. Fridge was clean and ready for us to bring our own food and supplies. Plenty of outside parking space even for large SUV, green area for playing ball. Great outside shower with changing stall. Outside patio on first floor to stairway to beach. Gorgeous flat, panoramic beach, tons of shells, waves and sun to enjoy. The pleasure of the beach front cottage is that you are literally just steps from the kitchen for a cold drink, bathroom for potty stop with young kids, etc. At the end of the day, you can easily bring beach chairs, umbrellas, toys to the stairs and leave for the next day of play. Plenty of local rental places for bikes and beach supplies. Nice local biking for leisure pedaling. Instruction for departure were clear and reasonable to accommodate. Lots of pros to this cute beach front cottage. Possible cons that did not effect us, but may effect others are: there will likely be upstairs renters during your visit, ours were nice and the kids played together, pet friendly units not great for allergy sufferers and lastly if you want granite counter tops, high end finishes and infinity pool, then this is not the rental for you. Simple Seaside retreat ! We will be happy to come stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
Wow, Sarah ! We're overwhelmed by your review. Thank you so much for the details, for the objective eye, and for taking time to submit the review. We are so pleased you love Holden Beach as much as we do ! As grandparents, we're even more thrilled that you arranged for your family to make some wonderful memories together with your mother :-) . You were wonderful to work with. We certainly hope that you will visit us again ! Beth and Bill
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10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Excellent place for relaxing week. Owners extremely responsive and gracious.

Beautiful home with everything you could possibly need. Ocean front steps from beach. Very quite and also clean and roomy. Will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2022
Kim, We are so glad that you and your family had a relaxing week at Wind Beneath My Wings. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We look forward to your return ! Beth and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

Excellent location. Nice downstairs unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
We are glad you find our location excellent, Peter. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

My wife and I were happy to say this home exceeded our expectations. If in the area again and it’s available would rent again. Thanks to Beth for her help and the use of her home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2021
Hi Eric, We love hearing that we exceeded your expectations, and would love to host you and your family anytime ! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Beth and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We stayed here the end of May and it was overall a great experience. The house was literally steps from the beach and we had everything we needed. Beth was very easy to communicate with and we felt comfortable in the house. The only recommendation that I have is to get the top part of the house to reduce hearing footsteps and noises from upstairs. Thank you for accommodating our family Beth!
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2021
Hi Derek, We are pleased that you had a great experience at our oceanfront home on Holden Beach ! We love sharing it with families like yours. Thank you for taking the time to write a review ! Beth and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Ocean Stay

Our stay at this home was absolutely amazing. Beth was very accommodating. The beach itself is what we truly came for and Holden Beach outranks Myrtle Beach if you are wanting to enjoy the sand and sun without all the trash and crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2021
Amber, We love hearing that you had an amazing stay at Wind Beneath My WIngs ! We are glad to hear that you, too, appreciate the charming quiet family atmosphere of Holden Beach. Thank you for writing a review. We look forward to your return trip! Beth and Bill

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Hosted by Beth and Bill DuVall

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Why they chose this property

Why Purchased: We purchased this home when our children were young. We used the 2 bedroom downstairs ourselves and rented the 3 bedroom upper unit. Our children grew up and had children of their own. We'd outgrown our cozy 2 bedroom unit. We then put in a spiral staircase that connects the two units, so it can be used as one 5 bedroom home with two living areas and two kitchens during the peak summer season when large combined families vacation together. We have a lock out door and insulation for the stairwell that we put in place during the spring and autumn. We've rented our lower unit and the upper unit simultaneously to unrelated parties for many years now. We have no problems or complaints about this arrangement from our renters who choose our home. Offering both units for rent simultaneously allows us to price very competitively. The VRBO listing number for the 2 bedroom1 bath lower unit is 2003744. The VRBO listing number for the upstairs unit is 870264. The VRBO listing number for the whole house (5 bedroom 3 bath, 2 kitchens, 2 living areas) is 869594

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