Escape to Holden Beach in the inviting oceanfront home, Carolina Dreaming. This 6 bedroom haven offers an inverted floor plan with a private pool and elevator for effortless movement between floors. Unwind by the sparkling Atlantic Ocean views, relax on the balcony, or enjoy comfortable furniture and coastal décor throughout.
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7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Entire home
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18287 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
"Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms
Dreaming of a Holden Beach vacation? Make your dreams come true with "Carolina Dreaming" is a charming oceanfront home featuring 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, an inverted floor plan, a private pool, and an elevator! Embrace that sought-after coastal vibe you've been dreaming of.
This fabulous oceanfront home has an inverted floor plan with an open concept living room/dining room/kitchen, and enough space for the entire family to gather together making sweet memories! You will discover comfortable furniture and coastal décor throughout. The cook in your family will love preparing home cooked meals in the well-appointed kitchen. Your family will appreciate the second living area conveniently located on the 1st floor. Perched on the oceanfront, you will love the captivating views of the sparkling Atlantic Ocean!
Accommodating up to 18 guests, Bedroom #1 is located on the 1st floor, and is complete with 2 Twin/Full bunk beds and a sofa bed (bed linens not provided for sofa bed), TV, balcony access with marsh views and shares a full hall bath (tub/shower combo) with Bedroom #2. Bedroom #2 is located on the 1st floor, and is complete with a Queen bed, TV, balcony access with marsh views and shares a full hall bath (tub/shower combo) with Bedroom #1. Bedroom #3 is located on the 1st floor, and is complete with a Queen bed, TV, balcony access with marsh views and a full private bathroom with a walk-in shower and double vanity. Bedroom #4 is located on the 1st floor, and is complete with a King bed, TV, balcony access with marsh views and a full private bath with a walk-in shower. Take the elevator! Bedroom #5 is located on the 2nd floor, and is complete with a Queen bed, TV, balcony access with ocean views, and shares a full hall bath (walk-in shower). Bedroom #6 is located on the 2nd floor, and is complete with a Queen murphy bed, balcony access with ocean views, and shares a full hall bath (walk-in shower).
With your private beach boardwalk, you will have your toes in the sand in just a matter of minutes! After your day on the beach, wash away the sand and sun in the enclosed outdoor shower, complete with hot & cold water. Lazily lounge by the pool, or take a dip to cool off. Enjoy a walk on the beach searching for your favorite seashells, or do some fishing in the surf. Take a walk on the pier, or do some shopping in one of the local gift shops. Go out for ice cream, or try one of the local seafood restaurants. Come to Holden Beach to do the things you dream of doing, and make your vacation dreams come true in "Carolina Dreaming"!
This property is located at 519 Ocean Blvd West
This is a NO PET Property.
Swimming pools are open each year from April 15 thru October 15. Pool heating is not available for this home. Pools are cleaned prior to arrival, and also cleaned mid-stay for 7 night rentals.
NOTE: This property has an exterior video-only security camera which is monitored on check-in and check-out days only.
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Holden Beach, this holiday 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holden Beach and Sailfish Park. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Supply travel guide
Does "Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is "Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at "Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holden Beach holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Holden Beach, Big Beach and Sailfish Park. Magic Mountain Fun Park is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.
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"Carolina Dreaming" Luxury Oceanfront Home w/ Private Pool, 6 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms Reviews
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We had a great stay. The house was very nice. I do think there are a few things that need upgraded such as a bigger refrigerator, new cushions for the outside sitting areas and also the pool sitting area and lighting need fixed. We had a few minor problems but the plumber Joseph and the carpenter Campbell came to help and they both were very kind and really cared about making the place comfortable for us. This is a great house , in a great location. We had a great stay.
Lisa W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lisa H.
25 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Dirty House
We enjoyed our trip together as a family; however, we were very disappointed in the house's condition. We felt as if it were a bait and switch. The home itself is not well maintained. When we arrived at the house on July 16, 2022, at 4:00 pm, it appeared that no one had cleaned the house. The kitchen floor was covered in crumbs, the appliances were dirty, and cheerios were all over the table. In addition, the bedroom with the bunk beds had ants, and TVs were left on in all the rooms. I contacted Proactive Vacation housekeeping, and they sent someone over who sprayed for the ants and did a quick wipe down the kitchen. However, this was not enough; we had to clean the kitchen ourselves, and the bunk room had ants crawling on the lower left bunk all week.
We also noticed in the kitchen ceiling that it appeared that a previous leak was fixed and that mold was growing on the ceiling. On Monday, we had some rain, and we noticed that the kitchen ceiling was getting wet; and as the drywall repair began to fail, you could see more black mold. In the corner of the kitchen, we also noticed a nice size area of black mold. We took pictures for proof if anyone would like to see the images for evidence. I pointed out the mold to the Proactive Vacations representative and was told that the ceiling was fixed three months ago. He did not acknowledge my concerns regarding the mold.
Additionally, something was leaking over the front door, leaving a lovely mess. Once again, I contacted Proactive Vacations, and they sent someone over to look at the house. The gentleman quickly decided it was something to do with the air condition causing the leak over the front entrance. So, he turned the air conditioner up to keep it from running on a day that feel like a temperature of 109. Later that day, two other men stopped in to check on the leak and air conditioner and went into the attic. They said it was not the air conditioner, and the house had some big issues that needed to be corrected.
It is very disheartening that after a year of planning the trip, my family walked into such a hot mess. What is alarming is that the house was rented with mold growing on the ceiling!
Wonderful outdoor space, excellent location on beach and island. Great use of living space - 2 couch areas and enough table space. Minor inconveniences - no shelves in 2 of the showers (we did find a shower caddy in a closet on Thursday), no garbage disposal, no lock on the main level bathroom (which created more than 1 embarrassing situation!).
Carrie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Amanda V.
21 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Poor service and supplies, but decent house in good location
Having stayed in many rental homes, and the service for this one was subpar. There was no personal touch, agency managed. We had to bring our own towels, many kitchen supplies, garbage bags, toilet paper and paper towels. The point of a rental is to not have to bring so much stuff with us. Then we arrived 10 minutes early and were reprimanded for arriving "early". The main bathroom doesn't lock. One of the bedrooms has sliding barn doors offering little silence or privacy. No extra sheets were included for the pull out couch. The windows didn't open well to allow the ocean sounds into the house. The hot water ran out with a house full of people. The overall structure and location were decent, but the details were disappointing.