Beautiful Oceanfront Home with Elevator - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2300 square feet

The Tern Inn is the ideal way to spend your vacation with family or friends.

This enchanting, pet-friendly, 2-story home was created with your family and friends in mind. We have a bespoke-made, ten foot dining table that effortlessly seats 14, two separate sitting rooms with cable T.V., DVD players and private baths attached to each of the four bedrooms. We have over 35 windows that offer gorgeous vistas of the ocean or intracoastal waterway so you can relax and savor the view from anywhere in the home.

We are also one of the few homes on the island with an elevator for simple accessibility from all floors and a full-size handicap bathroom with entirely equipped shower.

You will fall instantly in appreciate with rocking in the chairs on the back deck while taking in the striking vistas of the ocean that have made Holden Beach one of the most trendy family beaches around.

We have outfitted our home to help you forget about the busyness of life and fall in appreciate with kicking off your shoes and getting back in touch with fun and relaxation. We offer a library of books for your vacation reading downtime and body boards & sand toys for the kids (okay, the adults too). You can even come straight off the beach to the private outdoor shower and picnic area on the carport level.

We adore our beach home and we think you will too. For bigger families or groups, consider renting our additional oceanfront property 'Sandcastle' (Vacation Rental By Owner # 442909) next door.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this vacation home 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. 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

Note from host: $240 first pet; $150 each thereafter.

Booking the best Holden Beach vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• To get the best value, consider changing your family's Brunswick area vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Brunswick area area, The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Brunswick area area visitors guides which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning, picking, and booking the right Brunswick area vacation home:

• Choose dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Beautiful Oceanfront Home with Elevator has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is often available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, contact the property management company before you book the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges applied to your invoice.

Some things to know before you go:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many issues.
• Be a good neighbor. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good reviews to compel more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.