Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and a water park. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroom80 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D
New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.
This is a classic beach cottage with knotty pine tongue-and-groove interior siding. It has been equipped to include everything you will need to enjoy a long and fun-filled vacation at the beach. The oceanfront screened porch is a great place to relax out of the sun and enjoy the cool ocean breezes. Or you can enjoy the same breezes on the sun deck while getting a tan. This family beach is seldom crowded and the strand is less than 100 feet from the sun deck. You will never need to lug around your chairs or sand toys to enjoy them on the beach. Amenities include living, dining, and kitchen areas, plus central H/A, five ceiling fans, a microwave, a washer/dryer, a dishwasher, a cable TV, a stereo, high-speed WiFi, a screened porch, a sundeck, rockers, and a boardwalk to the beach.
THINGS TO KNOW
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
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
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Rules
All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed.
Pets
Pets are 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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Holden Beach, this holiday home is 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Supply travel guide
Is Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holden Beach holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Holden Beach and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Magic Mountain Fun Park. Big Beach and Lockwood Folly Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Dog-friendly beachfront house with screened porch, AC & W/D Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Charming cottage that offered all the amenities we needed. We especially enjoyed the screened in back porch as well as the easy access to the beach. Being able to enjoy it all with our dog was an added bonus.
Dixie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Brad S.
27 Nov 2023
Great Place!
This was a great place. Access to the beach was amazing!
Brad S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
1 Nov 2024
Our new second home.
This was our 2nd year booking this house with our dog and it will now become a yearly trip! Perfect for our small family!
Amy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Charles C.
24 Sept 2024
September Vacation
We loved the fact we were right on the beach with a private walk way. Also we love the affordability of the home. Lastly we like that Harleys Better Half is close to restaurants and the grocery store.
We had a great experience from booking to check out. The beachfront view and access was great and the home was clean and well equipped.
John T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
1 Nov 2023
Dog’s First Vacation
This was our dog’s first ever vacation and could not have picked a better place! The screened in porch and deck were perfect for dog sunbathing. The house was very inviting and clean. This will now be our spot for our yearly family vacation!
Left a similar review on Vacasa, but in short this is a perfect location for a beach vacation! The view from the screened in porch is amazing and you can spend your days on the porch watching the ocean and then go out to the water at your leisure. The home is also located very close to shops, fish markets, and the other things to see in Holden Beach. Definitely recommend this location for your next vacation!
Joshua H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bill F.
19 Oct 2023
Great location
Excellent Location.The house was clean basic accomadations. Great view from ocean front back screened in porch. We will be going back to this unit next year.
Bill F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jon M.
4 Oct 2023
True beach house.
Harley’s Better Half is not ostentatious in any respect. It is comfortable, clean and close the everything especially the ocean. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to another week.
this cottage was as advertised. nothing fancy. reminded me of may days as a kid staying in a cottage up north on lakes in the Adirondacks. great location. easy access to beach.
Cindy P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Janice D.
10 Jul 2024
So-so beach house
We loved the location with views of the ocean and the marsh. The house was roomy but was well-worn in some places - stained carpet, lacking some basics in the kitchen, thermostats were way off.
Loved the screened in porch, and the dog enjoyed lounging in the porch area. Outdoor shower and sand rinse station on the walk way were used often and appreciated. Can’t anticipate hurricanes, but since we were at the beach we didn’t let Debby sour our vacation week and we were able to view the storm from the screened in porch - very impressive.
Leslie K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Regan M.
5 May 2024
Beautiful little cottage
Absolutely loved this cozy little cottage. Perfect for empty nesters or a small family. The covered porch is wonderful and we loved that we could bring our dog. We've been coming to Holden Beach for 30 years and some of the properties, especially the dog friendly ones, don't always feel clean. This house felt immaculate. We loved it.
Regan M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Wanda M.
15 Sept 2024
Cozy cabin
Loved reading about the history when during a hurricane an eon ago tore the upper level off and dropped it Inland, how it was recovered. Hood place for a couple weekend, even though it can sleep 6 persons, however there's one bathroom and a outside shower. The beds were very comfortable and the house served the purpose to trek to the beach, have great foods and spend family together. Enjoyed it.
Location, location, location!!
Lovely ocean views from the large screen porch and large, newer deck. This is one of the original Holden Beach Cottages and the owners have kept it quaint. All the rooms are smaller and it still has the knotty pine paneling. Generous allotment of white towels for the one old-style bathroom. Good linens for the beds. You will not find better access to the beach and water.
Jan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tonia C.
26 Oct 2023
Perfect Place on the Beach
We have been return guest of Harleys for a few years now. This cozy beach front home is exactly how the pictures show. If your wanting fancy and sophisticated..... this is NOT your place.
If you want clean , rustic original beach cottage charm.....THIS IS it!
The new deck and walk way is amazing .
Perfect place for us to bring our pooch and can feel at home and has everything you need!!
My only negative comment which is same I have posted before is issues with receptacles in Kitchen . Plugs will not stay plugged in and have to unplug things to plug others in. Everything has to be used in that one spot, no additional outlets in kitchen .
But we love it and its perfect for us and we will return every year!
Cottage was perfect - have stayed there many times. We appreciated being able to bring our cat this time as we had done before - with permission. Loved close walking distance to the beach!
Great smaller-sized beachfront home for a family or two. We loved the old-fashioned charm reminding us on Holden Beach from the 1960's and 1970's. The only two changes we recommend are buying cooking trays small enough to fit in the oven and maybe a new coffee maker. Otherwise, we would definitely book again.
Glenn D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lauren W.
23 Jun 2025
Five stars!
this home is perfect for our family! We loved the updates of new TVs and couches since our visit a couple of years ago. We will be back for another stay!
Lauren W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Timothy E.
17 Oct 2024
Better half
Great place. Would stay there again
Timothy E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
8 May 2022
Great cottage!
Harley's is perfect for a simple relaxing stay, it has everything you need and I love the screened porch.
Susan S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Greg B.
17 Mar 2022
Great private beautiful place right on the beach and perfect for your dog too!
The beautiful knotty pine inside and the great porch make it so unique!