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Live Elevated - Beautifully designed home with amazing ocean and marsh views!

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Located just a short walk (90 seconds) from the nearest beach access point.
Driveway access from the less busy side street with marsh and ocean views.
Open concept Living/Kitchen/Dining areas on the top floor with amazing views.
Custom Decorated living area with 60" Roku enabled TV.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 131920 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Holden Beach, NC
  • Holden Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Live Elevated - Beautifully designed home with amazing ocean and marsh views!

Views, Views, Views! This beautiful 6-bedroom home is located just across the street from the ocean with easy beach access just steps away (a 60-second walk or 500 paces). This stunning reverse floor plan captures the beauty of the marsh and partial ocean views by elevating the open concept kitchen/dining/living areas to the upper level. A two-sided wrap-around covered deck provides an excellent space to enjoy the views while enjoying your morning coffee or an evening cocktail. Sunset shows take place daily (weather permitting) from the 3rd-floor terrace as the sun gently disappears over the west-facing marsh. Words can't describe the amazing colors that fill the upper level through its many windows as the sunset show takes place each evening. Great location only 1/2 mile west of the pier makes walking/biking for ice cream or snacks a real treat.

The kitchen is well stocked with all the amenities needed for cooking large family dinners. The dining table can seat up to 10 people plus an additional 3 seats at the kitchen island nearby. There is also a great outdoor dining table, perfect for enjoying the ocean views on a beautiful day. There are many fantastic seating options along the 2 story-covered decks to take in the amazing views, especially the daily sunset show (weather permitting).

Don't worry about overpacking as many beach amenities are provided including Tommy Bahama backpack beach chairs (4), a beach umbrella, cooler, kids' beach toys, beach carts, and 2 beach cruiser bicycles.

Featuring two master bedrooms (each with its own bathroom), this home is perfect for two families looking to book together to enjoy a wonderful vacation at the beach. In addition, there is a small bedroom with a queen bed as well as a bunk room complete with 2 custom built-in bunk beds, the perfect space for the kids to call their own. The 5th bedroom is located on the top level and is a sunroom that has been redesigned as an additional sleeping area, perfect for a single looking for their own space and very well may have the best views in the entire house. We also just completed a ground-level room into a 6th bedroom complete with a Queen Bed, 1/2 bath, mini-fridge, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. (Please note, this room's entrance is in the carport area and outside the entrance of the main home).


Newly purchased in March of 2022, we completed a full remodel and custom interior design plan that will be sure to impress. The renovation includes all new furniture throughout the house including new beds, mattresses, and linens in every sleeping space. Our goal was to create a custom unique welcoming space for larger groups to enjoy, while carving out unique spaces and sitting areas for smaller conversations and alone time.

Property manager

Matt Walters

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Supply

Located in Holden Beach, this holiday 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holden Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Holden Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Beach - 11 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 30 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 41 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Caswell Beach - 52 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Silver Hill Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid's Island Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Live Elevated - Beautifully designed home with amazing ocean and marsh views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Live Elevated - Beautifully designed home with amazing ocean and marsh views! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live Elevated - Beautifully designed home with amazing ocean and marsh views! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Live Elevated - Beautifully designed home with amazing ocean and marsh views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Holden Beach, Sailfish Park and Big Beach. Magic Mountain Fun Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

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

Family Fun!!

We had everything we needed to entertain the grandkids age 4 to 27!! The decks were wonderful to watch the sunset!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Great Vacation

Lovely house, just as described. Matt was very helpful and and easy to reach for any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

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

Smooth Sailing Indeed

The house and location are fantastic. All of the amenities were as listed, and the Marsh views were fantastic! Working with Matt was a pleasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Great house and location

Very short walk to the beach. House was perfect for our size group with ample space for hanging out. Really liked the extra amenities outside such as the ping pong table and cornhole boards. Hope we have a chance to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Columbus,ohio

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

Smooth Sailing Holden Beach

Everything was top notch. From communication to cleanliness, and beach toys to sunsets! We hope to visit again. We had a tremendous week, and wish we could’ve stayed longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeninne V.

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

Awesome!

Rental is beautiful, well stocked, tastefully decorated. Appreciated the availability of beach chairs...kayaks...umbrellas. Matt is a prompt and helpful host. Lovely little beach town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Wonderful Week at Holden!

Our group of 10 had a great stay at Holden! The house was exactly as described, very clean, and full of all the essentials and more. Deck was perfect for hanging out and viewing sunsets and the open upstairs floor plan makes the home feel very spacious and homey. Matt was a great host, very responsive to questions leading up to the trip and checked in during the week to ensure everything was going well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S., Virginia Beach, VA

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

Relaxing time at the beach!

We had 10 military spouses stay at this lovely home for a retreat. Everything is just as you see on the listing. The beds are very comfortable. The AC was nice and cool and kept up with the heat! Tons of places to sit on the expansive deck. Lots of beach chairs and umbrellas, wagons, etc. Bring your own beach towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Family Beach Trip

We had such a great time at Matt's house. I've never stayed at a rental that provided so many extra amenities - from sheets, towels, bikes, paddle boards, and kayaks. We had a great time and I would highly recommend it. He is also super responsive to any questions or concerns that come up. That house is also very well decorated and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped

The house comes with everything a traveler needs, chairs, umbrella, even kayaks and pedal boards. Also mattress and pillows were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean B., Cornelius, NC

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

Amazing location!

We found this gem for a last minute family trip and could not have been more pleased. The location is steps from the beach access and the reverse floor plan never disappoints - especially to capture those ocean views. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

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

Perfect Family Get-a-way

Matt has thought of everything at Smooth Sailing. Just bring your swimsuit and favorite beverage. You will enjoy the short walk to the beach, more amenities than you can count, convenient to shops, dining and ice-cream. I promise you will love your time spent at Smooth Sailing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Round Hill, VA

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

Does not disappoint!

Matt has done a great job with this house! From the communication with him, the location, the cleanliness...it was better than expected! The house had everything we needed (and more with the beach chairs/cart/etc.). Everything seemed new and worked perfectly. We will definitely be looking to stay at this house again when we return to Holden Beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matt Walters

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We are a working couple in our late 40's with 2 children. We love all things North Carolina including the beach and the mountains. We fell in love with Holden Beach as well as this home and wanted to do everything we could to make it a truly special home to host your beach vacation. This included working with a fantastic interior decorator that did a wonderful job tying everything together into a plan that flows well throughout the house.

Why they chose this property

This property really spoke to us for a couple of different reasons. First, the reverse floor plan offers so many amazing views, both from inside the home and from the covered deck space. Second, we really wanted a home that two families could enjoy together because that's how we often vacation with our friends and family. No more awkward decisions of who gets the "good room". Both master bedrooms feature their own private bathroom as well as a private sitting area on the covered deck space just outside.

What makes this property unique

One of our guests put it best, "all you need to bring is food and clothes, they thought of everything else". This was our goal when designing our guest experience.
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