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Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat

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A beachfront property with multiple houses, a sandy beach, and a wooden fence. - Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat (Holden Beach)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs and a table set for two. - Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat (Holden Beach)
A sandy beach path leading to a wooden staircase, surrounded by dense vegetation and a white fence. - Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat (Holden Beach)
A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a television, and a ceiling fan. - Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat (Holden Beach)
A covered porch with two blue Adirondack chairs, a white railing, and a view of the street. - Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat (Holden Beach)
A garden, a playground and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 100177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat

  • 2 Blocks to Bridge & HB Pavilion | Walk to Restaurants & Coffee Shops

    Set sail for a coastal getaway at ‘1 Happy Turtle,’ a Holden Beach vacation rental! Soak up ocean views from the balcony while firing up the grill. Inside, the fully equipped kitchen makes preparing your favorite sides a breeze. When it’s time for some fun in the sun, grab the beach chairs and head to the sand just steps away. Later, treat yourself to ice cream before keeping the fun going at Magic Mountain Fun Park!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    OUTDOOR LIVING
    - Furnished balcony & patio
    - Large front yard
    - Charcoal grill
    - Beach chairs, beach umbrella & beach cart
    - Outdoor hot/cold shower
    - Attached dog run (from front deck)

    INDOOR LIVING
    - 2 Smart TVs w/ cable
    - Dedicated workspace w/ desk, office chair, lamp, laser printer & office supplies
    - Dining table
    - Board games
    - Washer/dryer

    KITCHEN
    - Fully equipped w/ breakfast bar
    - Keurig & standard drip coffee maker
    - Ninja blender, toaster oven, toaster, waffle maker
    - Crockpots, steamer, egg cooker & George Foreman grill
    - Dishware & flatware

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - Stairs required to access
    - Ground-floor access w/ 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & mini kitchen
    - Grab rails in bathrooms

    PARKING
    - Carport/driveway (4 vehicles)
    - RV/Boat/ATV trailer parking allowed on-site

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - Walk to beach, restaurants & coffee shops
    - 1 mile to Magic Mountain Fun Park
    - 1 mile to Holden Beach Park
    - 1 mile to Holden Beach Fishing Pier
    - 19 miles to Ocean Isle Beach

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Pet friendly w/ $200 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
    - No events, parties or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster oven
  • Waffle maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,901 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 near the beach. Holden Beach and Sailfish Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating. Visit our Supply travel guide
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Holden Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier extending into calm waters at sunset.
    Holden Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.
    Ocean Isle Beach
    31 min drive - 33.2 km
  • A waterfront promenade with high-rise buildings, a wooden walkway, and a clear blue sky.
    North Myrtle Beach Beaches
    50 min drive - 63.9 km
  • A wooden pier extending over a body of water, leading to a building with a sign that reads "RAN JIM'S".
    Barefoot Landing
    57 min drive - 75.7 km
  • Magic Mountain Fun Park
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Inlet View Bar & Grill
    26 min drive
  • The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza
    8 min drive
  • Lonerider at Oak Island
    42 min drive
  • Patronies Pizza
    5 min drive
  • Hardee’s
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat located?

This family-friendly Holden Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Holden Beach and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Big Beach and Sailfish Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Steps to Beach! Coastal Second Row Retreat Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place. Very clean and spacious for the 10 of us. Good location and quiet area. Will go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Had a wonderful time! The beach house 1 Happy Turtle was everything you wanted it to be. It had everything you needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place

It was our 4th time staying here and love this house. The memories shared are ones I’ll remember forever! We love the house and the amount of space you have. Love that it is dog friendly! Has everything you need!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and relaxing stay

The park was just a short walk away with swingset, slides and tennis courts. The beach was also a short walk away. We could come back to the house quickly if needed. Very family friendly environment. The house was just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house and vacation

This house had everything we could have ever needed or wanted. It was comfortable, super close to ocean and clean. Hostess was amazing and answered every question we had. We could not be happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1 Happy Family

We couldn’t have asked for a better “home” away from home! The cleanliness, supplies, communication with owner, and the views couldn’t have been more perfect. Our three families needed this visit! We will definitely be back!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1 Happy Turtle = 1 Happy Family

This place was perfect for my gang! The beach access was right across from the house. The house had everything we could possibly need! Great communication from the owner. Looking forward to booking 1 Happy Turtle next year. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Shell

My adult children and our dogs spent Christmas together here. It was perfect! The host has so many small touches that made us feel welcome! The dwelling itself felt so homey and everything you might need is there. The beach view is great and it is such a short walk to get to the beach. We had an amazing time and will definitely come back. It was the perfect shell for my family of turtles!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely love this house

My family and I loved our stay at One Happy Turtle. The house was so clean and well stocked with just about anything you could ever want or need. Excellent communication with the owner and a very short walk to the beach. Perfect for a family traveling with kids, grandparents and dogs! We will definitely be back. Not house related but Holden is so fun for shell and shark tooth hunting. We found a ton of cool stuff!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and stocked well

We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s not the fanciest place on Holden but its close to the beach and air conditioning to sleep in. Perfect for us! The owner really has thought and of everything if you forget something at home, I’d bet it is already at the house for you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Choose this place.

I don’t know that I’ve ever had a better host. Barbara went above and beyond for our trip and made sure the house was clean and ready. She left a goody bag not only for us but our dog as well. The house is super close (right across the street) from a private beach entrance only used for a couple of houses. I would/will stay here again. We visit every year and this place ranks at the top.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holden beach vacation

They truely thought of everything. Made our vacation special. Great place to stay. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the most well equiped VRBO we have stayed at. Very clean, everything worked as it should. With temps near 100, the air conditioning worked great! The host Barbara was excellent, she stayed made sure everything was as expected, even got a goodie bag for us and our dog! We had 5 adults, a 9 year old and 1.5 year old toddler, there are gates for all stair ways to keep them contained. Beach access is right across the street. I cannnot say enough, we could not have been happier! Thank you Barbara!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy at 1 Happy Turtle

Great beds and great air conditioning!! Felt spoiled by the owner— us and our two dogs! Location was perfect, as was our entire stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spring break

We really enjoyed our stay at 1 Happy Turtle. The owner was wonderful and very communicative! She has thought of everything and it’s all there for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

This was absolutely perfect for our beach getaway! The property is just as described and only a short walk to the beach. We brought along our pups and loved the backyard and open space. There is a very small dog run area for your pup should you wish to use it and conveniently a spray hose for a quick dog clean up.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have rented from VRBO for years and never stayed in a house so well equipped for guests. The owner was very responsive and left us a very thoughtful gift basket! There wasn't one thing we looked for that we couldn't find to make our stay perfect. Access to the beach was visible from the porch. The proximity to the grocery store was minutes away. The neighborhood was fantastic for a daytime walk toward the sound. I can't say enough great things about the property, location and owner!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Everything you need is here. All you need is food and clothes. We loved our stay and so did Haylie our boxer. Enjoyed every moments
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly stocked

Just got back from our stay. The home is stocked like a home, not a rental. You truly can just bring your clothes then go pick up some food when you arrive. Barbara is quick to respond for any need, which is wonderful. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sooo Happy with 1 Happy Turtle

A great home with an even better location!! House was clean, had great AC and wonderful beds!! The owner was super with communication and between she and Evolve, they could not of been more helpful or kind! The house was well stocked with everything you could think of, and there was a private beach access directly across the street!! Easiest check-in and check-out ever!! Thank you, 1 Happy Turtle!! We will see you again!😁😎
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Happy

150 steps to beach. All you need is food from Food lion. The clothes you pack. Most everything at this house is there. Great location and view. Clean house and no smell. Barbara was our host if we need her she was there. My dog loved the toy they provided and is still playing with it. We look forward to next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

Absolutely would stay again! The host is fantastic....so nice, excellent communication and she really has thought of everything! If we thought we may have left something at home...she had it there for us...even for the dogs! The dogs enjoyed their stay and getting a few romps on the beach, which is just across the street, hanging out on the porch and potty breaks in the dog run. Our 2yo nephew had just about everything he needed as well! It was so nice to arrive and be ready to hit the beach.Comfortable home with everything you need. Convenient to the beach and a few blocks from the bridge to local shops, restaurants and ice cream shops everywhere! We hope to make this an annual trip for our family and would definitely come back to 1 Happy Turtle!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was in a perfect location and host was outstanding. Anything you could possibly need was at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026