Savor the spectacular ocean and ICW views from this inverted home, perfect for a family vacation. Spread out in the extra sitting area with a queen sleeper sofa or enjoy covered porches with porch furniture and an enclosed outside shower.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10185 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Experience bliss at Carpe Diem, a spacious 4-bedroom home in Holden Beach.
Professionally decorated and beautifully furnished, Carpe Diem is an inviting inverted home designed for the perfect family beach vacation. Enjoy spectacular views of the ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, and surrounding marsh from multiple vantage points throughout the home.
An additional sitting area with a queen-sleeper sofa (linens not provided) offers extra space for relaxing or accommodating guests. The home features expanded cable service on a 32-inch HDTV, WiFi, and hardwood floors throughout the kitchen, great room, and sitting room.
Outdoor living is just as enjoyable with covered porches, comfortable porch furniture, a picnic table, and a grill—ideal for meals and gatherings after a day at the beach. Additional conveniences include an enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower for easy rinsing off after sandy adventures.
Beach access is conveniently located between 677 & 679 OBW or 743 & 745 OBW, giving you flexibility and quick access to the shore.
Bed linens (beds in bedrooms only) are provided for weekly rentals. Towels are not provided but may be rented through Coastal Vacation Resorts.
A Welcome Amenity Bag is included, featuring starter toilet paper, paper towels, a kitchen kit, and a bathroom kit to help you settle in comfortably. (Guests should plan to bring or purchase additional paper products and detergents once starter supplies are used.)
Strict 3:00 PM check-in
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
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
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Furnished lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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 (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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 near 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Supply travel guide
Is Experience bliss at Carpe Diem, a spacious 4-bedroom home in Holden Beach. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Experience bliss at Carpe Diem, a spacious 4-bedroom home in Holden Beach.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Experience bliss at Carpe Diem, a spacious 4-bedroom home in Holden Beach.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience bliss at Carpe Diem, a spacious 4-bedroom home in Holden Beach.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Experience bliss at Carpe Diem, a spacious 4-bedroom home in Holden Beach. located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Holden Beach, Sailfish Park and Big Beach. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Lockwood Folly Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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My ratings of properties cover ALL types and locations around the world. I don't rate 5 star unless there is a butler involved or an extraordinary value or experience. I also do not rate based on location, as you know the location before you reserve typically. That said, this house is your typical beach house. If on a 1-10 scale it would probably be a 6 or 7, on this 1-5 scale it'd be a 3.5 but it is better than a 3 so OK, 4 stars.
Reason not 5 stars (butler notwithstanding):
1) home needs some maintenance work (rusty door knobs), lots of sticking interior and exterior doors, some paint needed, etc. Nothing here that my home also doesn't need... but I'm not renting mine out so I have a higher level of expectation here.
2) location is almost halfway between 2 beach access points, meaning you have to walk a ways to get to an access point. Not a horrible walk, but if you are going as a group and young children... it can be a chore. Note also that Holden Beach has determined the best way to greet new and returning visitors post COVID lockdowns is with parking fees. You now have to pay to park at a beach access point, regardless if you are already paying the vacation tax for the property or not.
Overall though the house itself was fine. The 4 bedrooms were good, 3.5 baths were handy, kitchen stocked with essential cooking hardware.
Now a couple of dings for the management company. I have traveled a lot and it's my perception that NC beach rental/real estate companies are unique in cheaping out on essential supplies for renters.
a) no towels (I mean one per person that we'd have to wash ourselves isn't too much to ask... and don't give me COVID on this, other locations have no issues... its cheap management tactics at play).
b) missing essential kitchen supplies, I mean like at least a couple of dishwasher packets
c) the absolute cheapest toilet paper and only 1 roll per bathroom.. seriously, for a week, for 2 adults per room ??
d) a single, partly used paper towel roll in the kitchen.
I mean these things would cost the management company (in quantity) maybe $25-30 per home per stay and we're talking high dollar stays here, its just unacceptable. I'd love to give the home/rental low stars for this, but that isn't fair to the actual homeowner, but perhaps if more and more renters would complain about such things the NC Realty participants would get the clue and up it up a notch.