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Dog-friendly waterfront house with beach access & fireplace - snowbirds welcome

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Beach
Terrace/patio
Beach
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 898.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Holden Beach, NC
  • Holden Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly waterfront house with beach access & fireplace - snowbirds welcome

Austin Cottage

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Torn down to the frame and completely rebuilt, this Holden Beach charmer is ready to be your home away from home! Located right along the water, the sand and surf are mere steps from the house, giving you unparalleled beach access. Even better is the fact that scenic parks, charters, a water park, golf courses, and numerous local restaurants to sample are only a short drive away.

Back at your oceanfront retreat, step through the door to be greeted by a completely remodeled house with new appliances, an updated kitchen and bathrooms, and a new mini-split system to ensure everyone remains cool while here. Unwind comfortably in the living area watching something on TV or gaze outside at the sparkling water nearby. The well-equipped kitchen is sure to please the group chef and has everything needed to make small snacks, entire meals, and everything else in between. Indulge together at the table before heading out to the deck to lounge comfortably as the crisp North Carolina air brushes against your face and the sun sets. After exciting days of exploration and frolicking in the sand, know all of the bedrooms will provide a serene night's rest. Additional conveniences include a washer/dryer, free WiFi, and three of the bedrooms having their own TVs for private viewing.

Things to Know
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 50 lbs each.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Supply

Located in Holden Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on 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 - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Beach - 16 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 34 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 36 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Caswell Beach - 44 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Silver Hill Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid's Island Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Castaways Raw Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly waterfront house with beach access & fireplace - snowbirds welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly waterfront house with beach access & fireplace - snowbirds welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly waterfront house with beach access & fireplace - snowbirds welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly waterfront house with beach access & fireplace - snowbirds welcome located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holden Beach holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Holden Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Magic Mountain Fun Park. Big Beach and Lockwood Folly Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

martha w.

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

Comfortable cottage and nice views

Very comfortable quarters with a lovely view of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Melissa M.

First visit to Holden Beach

Amazing location in a beautiful beach town. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Great getaway

Home was wonderful and inviting.. great floor plan too
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Lori S.

Beautiful view

Our family loved the view from Austin Cottage, wonderful porch to sit on and see the ocean.

8/10 Good

Tara T.

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

Great location

This is a great little oceanfront house. Perfect for 4 couples or 4 friends. The separation of the air conditioning for each bedroom was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Frank P.

Beatiful Views

Great house, great location, great beach views and access from roomy back porch. The mini splits made it great to be able to adjust temp different for each room. If Funiture gets updated we would consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Amazing location.

The Austin Cottage is a perfect getaway destination! Lovely porch, dog-friendly yard, and steps away to the beach. The location is quiet and relaxing. I will definitely revisit this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Andrew K.

Prime location and nicely renovated home

This home is nicely updated and a beautiful place to spend time. Wifi was fast, the kitchen was well-stocked, and we appreciated the toiletries and basics left in the house that made the stay easier. We would recommend updating the furniture and especially the beds because unfortunately they were outdated and uncomfortable. With those changes, we would definitely recommend this house!
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10/10 Excellent

Corrine T.

Wonderful Holden Experience

My family has been going to Holden Beach since the 50's and we were delighted by this home for our small group. The home was very clean when we arrived and had a gorgeous view of the ocean on east part of the island.
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Great location and perfect Simple home for small family

Loved the location, the amount of rooms, and the underneath space. The view is incredible. Quiet end of the Main Street so not too much traffic. Only complaints are: some dog hair leftover on the floor from previously renters, and two Of the rooms had very very loud squeaky creaky beds. Otherwise incredible cleanliness and location!
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8/10 Good

Vickie B.

Beach house with view

We enjoyed our stay. The location was great, view was wonderful and there was a short walk to the beach from the back porch. Kitchen (well stocked) and bathrooms were updated. Negatives: They need to replace mattresses. Yard is not usable for pets due to the large amount of cockleburs. Need new covers on couch, one cushion had broken zipper.
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8/10 Good

KIMBERLY H.

Beautiful Home but...

Very nicely renovated home in a quiet neighborhood. Everything was great but they REALLY need to update the beds. They were VERY loud. Every time you got in or out of the bed or rolled over they were squeaked extremely loud and we never got a good nights sleep. Hopefully they accept our feedback and make changes to the beds.
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8/10 Good

Shelly W.

Great house, beds need updating!

The house was great! Did not have enough toilet paper to last our trip and only had a half roll of paper towels for the entire week, so we had to ask for more and also buy our own to last. There was also no cleaner or disinfectant to use to wipe down or clean anything. The only major thing I would update were the mattresses and the bed frames… they were all very old and out dated. All beds were extremely uncomfortable and made SO much noise with every shift or movement. If the beds were updated, we would rent again! The overall location and the house itself was perfect, just need to update those beds.
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10/10 Excellent

DeLyn S.

Happy Days

We rented this house years ago when my oldest son was a baby. 20+ years later and its like taking a step back in time. Everything is almost the same. Simple family life.(Just ignore the WIFI and TV and Dishwasher and microwave) Screened in porch is my favorite with the rocking chairs. Our 4th time being in this house and hopefully we will be able to come again. We love Austin Cottage
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6/10 Okay

Carla S.

Had a great time but disappointed

The location of this home is wonderful and very close to the bridge to take you off the island. The view was great and very close to the ocean. The reason my family and I have decided to give three stars is because of the lack of basic cleanliness throughout the house. The kitchen drawers were dirty and extremely unorganized. Some of the utensils had dried food on them. It looks like they have never cleaned under the beds or the furniture in the living room. We pulled out the cushions of the couch and it had a ton of stuff in it. There was old dog food underneath the couch as well. It was expected for the house to not be perfect or up to date due to the price we were paying. But we did expect basic cleanliness considering the pandemic as well as the fact that we are paying to stay in a clean home. We saw multiple roaches in the house but we are aware that they are common in beachfront homes due to moisture but still disturbing. My family and I enjoyed our stay at the Austin cottage but these conditions were disappointing.

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