Dog friendly, oceanfront home 4BR/2BA, 5 minute walk to main island attractions.

4.9

Outstanding(44 Reviews)

House in Holden Beach, NC

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Footsteps from the wide beach and rolling waves, you and your family (including the 4 legged ones) will create memories on this peaceful, relaxing and safe beach. Only a 5 minute stroll down the beach and you'll be grabbing a bite to eat or a cold drink at one of the local restaurants, a slushy at Sunset Slush or picking up some saltwater taffy at the local candy shop. For maximum relaxation time you'll be rocking away on the cozy, large back porch and enjoying a sunrise or sunset view (from late fall to early spring you will enjoy both sunrises AND sunsets from the back porch on the same day!). Welcome to Life is Shore-t!

Many books, games, and puzzles await in the living area with plenty of space for everyone to spread out. A well-equipped kitchen is ready for you to make a family meal that can be enjoyed in the spacious dining room or at the outdoor picnic table. An large outdoor shower provides plenty of space to relax and cleanse after a long day at the beach. If some time away from the beach is in order, stretch your legs at the Holden Beach family park, basketball court and children's outdoor splash area, a 5 minute walk away. High speed (1 Gig internet) & fiber to the home.

Home is equipped with a whole home air cleaner & 3M clean living anti-allergen active carbon filter.

For dog owners: If your dog is housebroken and does not chew on household items, they are welcome at Life is Shore-t. If you bring your dog, pick up pets waste and dispose of properly. The outdoor shower includes a handheld shower head to make washing off the kids and pups a breeze. Note that Holden Beach does not allow dogs on the beach from May 20th to September 10th between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Up to 2 dogs are included in the dog fee. Contact owner if you have more than two furry friends who want to come to the beach, additional $350 non-refundable dog fee applies.

Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 10:00 AM
Min. age of primary renter: 25
Bed linens and towels are not included (renters need to bring their own)
Children welcome
Non smoking only
Only pet dogs are allowed. No other pets permitted.
Smart TVs in all rooms (cable service not included)
Parties/events not allowed without prior approval by owner

100% refundable if cancelled 90 days or longer of arrival
50% refundable if cancelled 61-89 days of arrival
0% refundable if cancelled within 60 days of arrival

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Map of Holden Beach, NC

Nearby attractions

North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

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Dog friendly, oceanfront home 4BR/2BA, 5 minute walk to main island attractions.

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4.9

Outstanding(44 Reviews)

House in Holden Beach, NC

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Map of Holden Beach, NC

Nearby attractions

North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

Reviews

4.9

Outstanding(44 Reviews)

5.0

Aug 2024

Unfortunately we had to pack up and leave after only 3 days due to tropical storm Debby. We enjoyed our short day. The house was as described check in with super easy. Everything is there that you need. I did mention to the owners. There was a musty odor in the house when we arrived maybe from the AC filter . It was not horrible but noticeable. Everything else, but the weather was perfect!

4.0

Aug 2024

We enjoyed our stay and home was well equipped, The porch was wonderful. The king bed was a bit, loud, maybe needs to be oiled or bolt tightened. Had a great week!

5.0

Jul 2024

The house was just as described. Beds and space were more than adequate for our 9 guests (one being 1 2 1/2 yr. old). Kitchen was well stocked and the additional table for games was great. The covered back porch was everyone's favorite to watch the beach and water wit a constant amazing breeze. Kym was great to work with! We hope to be back soon!

4.0

Jun 2024

This place suited our needs very well. Perfect lay out for the family. Great location and sea view. Unfortunately building next door starting at 7. This will not last but did affect our visit. Would rent again.

5.0

Jun 2024

Great beach!!

5.0

May 2024

We had 3 generations plus dogs for a family vacation. This house was perfect for all of us! Close to the beach, beautiful view from the porch and walking distance to a coffee shop. We’ll definitely go there again!

5.0

Apr 2024

Amazed at how welcoming and pet friendly this charming beach house was. The front porch felt like it sat on the high tide line!! We have stayed at beach front homes numerous times but never felt this close to the waves before. Could spend days on the porch…gated and large enough for our puppy to play, nestled into one of the huge rockers just watching the waves!!!!!

5.0

Apr 2024

It was beyond perfect for our family as well as our dogs! You can tell the owners of the property really love dogs! Super close to the bridge and super close to the beach!

5.0

Apr 2024

Great stay and great hosts

5.0

Mar 2024

Perfect location for quiet relaxation! Nicely stocked kitchen to prepare meals (limited off season eating options on Holden unless you cross to west inter coastal side). Beautiful views to the water from large sized, covered deck area. Perfect!

5.0

Feb 2024

Everything was perfect for us. From the communication to the house - every detail…labeled switches were helpful…the BIG Wave artwork…power strips…dog friendliness…the porch… It was a perfect weekend!

5.0

Jan 2024

Stayed at this property while visiting my gf s daughter. It was sp splendid. Dog friendly, spacious, and a 5 million $ view!! Owners made it so easy to check in and out. No issues and will def stay again

5.0

Jan 2024

We had an amazing time and felt very at home and comfortable at Life is Shore-t! The owners have done a great job with adding creature comforts for pets as well as humans! The over the door hangers and power strips throughout the unit are such a nice convenience. We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.

4.0

Dec 2023

Just as described and very happy we chose this cozy and well equipped home away from home. Perfect for those with dogs that require a little safe space. The porch is the best of all. Thanks Mark and Donna,…Jack and Lace.

5.0

Dec 2023

We took our dogs with us. The house was perfect, easy to live in without worrying about the dogs who loved sitting out on the covered deck watching the surf & the birds. Walks along the beach were fabulous but sitting in the sun on the deck just watching the waves was even better! We were only there for 3 days but felt like it was much longer so recommend for a recharge, even if you don’t have a lot of time.

5.0

Nov 2023

A spacious beach house with the best porch facing the ocean of any house I have ever seen. Kym was a great host, and she made it so easy. And Lucy, our little Cavaschon, had a wonderful time, too.

5.0

Oct 2023

It is a lovely place and we were happy to be able to bring our dog with us. It has nice furnishings, facilities, and lots of thoughtful extras. We really enjoyed spending time on the porch. We had a couple of issues and the owners were very quick to help. The only real complaint was the mattress pad on one of the beds was in dire need of washing.

5.0

Oct 2023

Great little beach house, all on one level and dog friendly. The house is very cozy and offered everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the rocking chairs on the covered porch, the view, and short walk over the dune to the beach. We plan to be back.

5.0

Sep 2023

Warm, unpretentious beach house with the perfect oceanfront porch! If you like cleanliness, nice comfortable furniture, thoughtfulness to what you might need during your stay - and you want to bring your dog - then this is the place for you. Looks just like the photos and the owners are very helpful and responsive. Only thing lacking was enough beach chairs - two of the few were heavy and need to be replaced. (I have no doubt that after this review, this will addressed,) If you don’t need fancy, suburban living at the beach, and you like to kick back and enjoy yourself with your pooch, then I would highly recommend this home.

5.0

Sep 2023

Our family, a couple of friends, and our 2 dogs recently stayed at Life is SHORE-t! We had an amazing stay. The house was very clean, the kitchen was well stocked with everything you need. The house is definitely pup friendly and our dogs had a great time. The outside hose and showers were very nice and helped keep sand into the house at a minimum. The location is nice, close to shops and restaurants, and you can't get any closer to the beach! The owners are very friendly and even checked in on us during our stay to ensure we had everything that we needed. I would definitely recommend this property and we will stay here again!

5.0

Aug 2023

We had a GREAT stay - The house is perfectly located - right on the beach - The view off the back deck is second to none. The rocking chairs are perfect for just lounging and watching the waves. The open communication with the owners was also greatly appreciated. Highly recommend!

5.0

Aug 2023

Great beachfront house! Very well outfitted. Holden is a wonderful family beach, and this house is in a great location. If you need a break from the beach you can walk to the beautiful intercoastal waterway in 5 min. Go and enjoy!

5.0

Jul 2023

We enjoyed our week at Holden Beach and loved the house and being right on the beach. We could sit out on the enclosed deck with our dogs and listen to the waves crashing and feeling the nice breeze. In the early morning and late afternoon, we would take the dogs on the beach and they loved it. The house had everything you could need. Would definitely stay again.

5.0

Jun 2023

Would definitely stay again.

5.0

Jun 2023

This was the best vacation ever. So peaceful, relaxing and beautiful.

5.0

May 2023

We had an awesome Memorial Day Weekend despite the cold weather. The house was just perfect for our crowd. The layout accommodates all and everyone had their own space. Our dogs loved the ocean front porch. The house was clean and had all the amenities one would need. I hope to come again.

5.0

May 2023

We rented this beach house for a long weekend for my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. (4 adults). We had a blast!!! The owners were fantastic and very accommodating. They clearly read the book on hospitality. Great communication and willingness to ensure we had all we needed to enjoy our stay. The home is directly on the beach w/ private access to the ocean. The home was clean, very well equipped, and spacious. For us, the back deck was the game changer. Large w/ several rockers, tables, and a picnic table and most importantly, completely wrapped so our little pups could run free and not be tethered to a leash the whole time. We'll absolutely rent here again. Also want to note that the AC is COLD!!! and there is lots to do in the area in case relaxing on the back deck overlooking the ocean isn't your thing.

5.0

May 2023

I just loved the floor plan of this house. The deck view of the ocean was my favorite part, of course 😁 and the fact that they accept dogs. The proximity to shopping, restaurants, and groceries was ideal. I had so much fun shelling and found a lot of sea biscuits. It had everything we needed. It was the perfect Mother’s Day trip.

5.0

Apr 2023

Our first visit to Holden Beach and we will definitely be back. The house was in a great location as it was within walking distance of restaurants, convenience store, ice cream, etc. It was fully stocked for our needs including some basic kitchen needs that most don't have. Direct oceanfront with a gated deck for our dogs to enjoy the outdoors. Hosts were in direct contact with us the entire stay. We will definitely be back!

4.0

Jan 2023

This time of year we could enjoy sunrise and sunsets

4.0

Dec 2022

Perfect location right on the beach. Beautiful sunrises every morning. Gorgeous white sand beach. The whole experience was restful and relaxing.

5.0

Nov 2022

Loved our stay at this Holden Beach home! The house has a great porch right on the beach and is super close to the local grocery and cute restaurants. We brought our dog and baby and the house had a perfect set up for both - dog bowls, toys and a bed for our dog and sound machines, black out curtains, and plenty of space for our baby. Do make sure to bring your own linens and towels! Thanks for a great stay, we can’t wait to come back.

5.0

Oct 2022

Cozy beach cottage with and awesome deck that runs the entire length of the house with 180 views of the Atlantic, sunrise and sunset! Quiet beach, entertaining to watch beach walkers, dogs, boats, dolphins and a little fox :) It was our first trip to Holden Beach but love that it is primarily residential with a few restaurants, shops and essential services.

5.0

Oct 2022

Excellent property… great location… owners are great to communicate with and work with… overall an awesome experience.

5.0

Sep 2022

We had a wonderful time at this property. It was sisters week and we couldn't ask for anything more from the owners. They were very responsive. They answered any questions that we had. They even checked in with us multiple times while we were there to make sure everything was ok or if we needed anything. The house and property was very clean, and we loved the fully stocked kitchen. We absolutely loved the deck looking out at the ocean. If you have furry babies, this is a wonderful place to stay. They have a gated porch and extra amenities for them also. The only disappointment was that we had to leave and come home.

5.0

Jun 2022

Awesome place!

Awesome place!

We had a wonderful time staying at this beach house. Kym was amazing to work with! We will for sure book this house again!

5.0

May 2022

Right on the beach!

Right on the beach!

By far, our favorite part of this stay was that we were right on the beach, and we were able to just go head out for some shelling or sun whenever we wanted to, and didn't have to lug a bunch of stuff, or find parking, etc. Definitely worth it! Kymberly was great to work with to, and usually responded quickly if we had a question. Thanks again for a wonderful stay!

5.0

May 2022

Ideal Beach House for Families

Ideal Beach House for Families

The hosts were great and worked with us to make our stay enjoyable with four very young kids. Beautiful beach a stone throw away from the backdoor and two locations to wash down. Would definitely come back.

5.0

Apr 2022

The perfect beachfront house!

The perfect beachfront house!

We came to Holden to celebrate my sons 16th birthday party. And this house was perfect for it. The house was super clean and had all the amenities you could ask for. It was right on the beach. So our view every morning with coffee was perfect. And if you like shells the beach was full of them. If your looking for a nice place on the beach this is it! Oh and the owners were super fast to respond to any questions! We loved that most of all!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Holden Beach?

The average price for a rental in Holden Beach is £299 per night. This rental is £67 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dog friendly, oceanfront home 4BR/2BA, 5 minute walk to main island attractions.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Dog friendly, oceanfront home 4BR/2BA, 5 minute walk to main island attractions. pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Dog friendly, oceanfront home 4BR/2BA, 5 minute walk to main island attractions.?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Is parking included with this house?

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