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5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views

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Welcome to the Purple Porpoise!
Welcome to the Purple Porpoise!
Two levels of wrap around porches maximize marsh and ocean views
View off the front deck. The beach access is to the right of the yellow house.
Marsh view from back deck, perfect for bird and wildlife watching

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14228.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Holden Beach, NC
  • Holden Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views

Cleaning, Linens, Towels and Pool Heating are included in base rate!

This new, 5-bedroom home, finished in May 2016, boasts the best decks on the island. Enjoy ocean and marsh views from two levels of wrap around porches that ensure plenty of sun or shade to meet your mood at any time of the day. From the back decks we have spotted deer, coyotes, and several bird species. From the front deck, you can see dolphins playing in the wake of shrimping boats, rabbits hopping in the dunes, and on May 6th, we even spotted a whale breaching.

The CAMA public beach access directly across the street makes getting to the beach a breeze, and a private pool, shaded at mid-day, offers a relaxing alternative to the ocean. Your family will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the water.

The home is built on an inverted floor plan with four bedrooms on the first level: facing the ocean are: a six-person bunk bed room that is perfect for kids and a queen bedroom, and facing the marsh are one queen bedroom and one bedroom with two twin beds. The master bedroom, with a king bed, provides an amazing ocean view from the second level. Also on the second level are: the kitchen, dining room and living room, all with views of both the ocean and marsh. This house has beds for 8 adults and 6 children. 10 adults can also comfortably sleep with two adults per bedroom.

This house has two levels of wrap around porches to optimize vistas of the ocean and marsh. Enjoy views of the ocean from rocking chairs on the top deck or the first floor deck. Enjoy a meal and a spectacular marsh view from the top rear deck - you might spot deer, raccoons and coyotes and you will definitely see several birds and crabs. Relax by the marsh on the first floor rear deck with cushioned patio furniture and a 4 person table perfect for a board game or a snack. The front and rear decks are connected through large side decks which provide great play areas for kids. Should pool time prove too much fun, take a break at the pool-side, shaded picnic table. It is a great spot for lunch and it's close to the charcoal grill available for renters to use. If you're visiting us in the off-season, the pool can be heated for your comfort.

This is our dream home and because we want you to feel at home here we offer toys, games, books, beach chairs, beach tent, linen and towel service and a stocked kitchen. We hope to welcome you soon!



Property manager

Monica and John
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Romanian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children will love this house! Toys, games, books.
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

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 on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun. 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 - 0.6 km
  • Big Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 33 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 43 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Caswell Beach - 51 min drive - 48.0 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Silver Hill Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid's Island Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Castaways Raw Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 Bedroom 2nd Row Home with Heated Pool and Spectacular Marsh and Ocean Views located?

This family-friendly Holden Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Holden Beach, Big Beach and Sailfish Park. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Lockwood Folly Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

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

Another great stay

Third year staying here with our family. House was clean, location is great with view of marsh and ocean, beach access right across the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn C.

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

Great experience !

We love this house and had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Knisely - Brown Family Vacay

Great property, location; well supplied.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Perfect location

The property was exactly as described and was spotless! We loved the location, which provided fabulous views of both the ocean and marsh. The beach access was right across the street and the beach was gorgeous. We really appreciated the owners allowing us to check in early.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billi C.

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

A wonderful place for family fun!

We enjoyed staying at this location for our party of 7. Gorgeous views and easy access to beach via walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn C.

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

Amazing place with amazing views!

We had the most amazing stay! Everyone was so nice and helpful and the house was so beautiful and perfect size!! I would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B., Cary, NC

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

Byrne Vacation

We had a great time at the house. The owners, location and amenities were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricee F.

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

Beautiful Home!

We loved this home. It had everything we needed. There were pool and beach toys as well as beach chairs. Although I didn’t need them, they provided pack-n-plays and a high chair, abundant towels and wash cloths. I would stay agin!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Purple Porpoise

How fit our needs perfectly. Close to beach access and ocean and marsh views
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Beach house

We like the house this is the second time we have stayed there. Plenty of room for 6 adults.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice H., VA

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

Another great vacation!

This was our third time staying at this property. It is always a great experience with Monica and the house is always clean and well equipped with everything we need for a comfortable relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

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

A Family Getaway

From scheduling to arrival and leaving was very accommaodating with owners. Property is well maintained, homey and beach access across the street and beautiful view of marshland.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Vicki J.

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

Vacation at Holden Beach

The house was very nice and had everything we needed. Loved the view and the pool was prefect for the kids. The owners were incredibly responsive to the minor issues we incurred. Would go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Gorgeous Beach Home

This home is fantastic! The views of the march and the ocean are incredible. The house itself is lovely and was spotless. We loved everything about this perfect vacation home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Family Getaway

We had a great Memorial Day vacation. Our sons and their families drove down from Virginia and South Carolina. A great time had by all!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

The best views on Holden Beach!

This is our 2nd visit to Holden Beach and first time staying at this property. One of our favorite things about this house is the views. Ocean views in the front and marsh views in the back where the sunsets are amazing! We also enjoyed the pool in the late afternoons. The beach access is right across the street. The house is as described and even better in person. We will definitely return! Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

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

Excellent location good communication with the owners

Suited our family . Loved not having to bring linens. Beach was almost private . Lovely home eith lots of different spaces ! linens
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ada A.

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

Christmas at the beach

Very spacious home surrounded by beautiful coastal scenery - the ocean in front and Intracoastal waterway in the back. Access to the beach is right across the street. Nicely stocked kitchen. The 11 of us had an enjoyable stay & it was the perfect place for our holiday gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

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

Another nice vacation at this place

This was the second time my family, eight of us, stayed at this house. We enjoy the location of the house, just across the road from the beach access with a view of the ocean and the marsh. The house was clean which is a necessity for me, and has enough room for our family to spread out. The owner is always very prompt to respond and help in any way. Already planning to stay here again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan W.

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

Amazing location and views

This house was the perfect location with the public access to beach almost right across the street. The views are amazing from every room in the house, the kitchen had everything you could need, and we really enjoyed the outside space and pool. The host stayed in touch and was flexible with check-in and check-out as we stayed during off season. Definitely will return here in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Exceptional Stay

Having stayed at VRBO beach homes for last several years I rate this one at the top of the list. Home and furnishings are exceptional for a rental home. Marsh view is tranquil and two vacant lots directly across makes ocean view great. Beach access is also directly across street. I enjoyed sitting on multilevel deck nearly every day. First time we booked two years in a row at same place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma M., Fort Mill, SC

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

Fantastic location

This home is in a fantastic location with both a view of the marsh and an unobstructed view of the ocean. The heated pool was such a nice bonus for the kids. Everyone was comfortable thanks to the large open living room and kitchen and plenty of outdoor seating options. If you are a light sleeper and prefer very dark rooms to sleep, just beware that there are shades on most windows but they’ll still let in alot of light.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty K., Kittanning, USA

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

Paradise at the Purple Porpoise

Great location and beautiful views all around the property! It felt like a beachfront home due to there being no house in front of us. The multiple decks provided us with ample areas of peace and relaxation. All of the bedrooms were beautiful, especially the master. We loved the double bunkbed room for the four boys in our group. The pool was also very refreshing after a long day at the beach. We really loved this home and would not hesitate to rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Beautiful Beach Getaway

We recently stayed at this beautiful new home for a long holiday weekend. The owners were very friendly and accommodating to all of our correspondence and made our stay very enjoyable. The home was as described and in immaculate condition. The views were even more beautiful than captured in the pictures which showcase the property. We enjoyed walking the beach, biking, reading, restauranting, as well as cooking in kitchen conveniently located in the upper living area. We would highly recommend this property for a relaxing family vacation or a couple's retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Janice H., VA

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

2nd time around

This is our second trip to the property and it is just as great as the first time! Comments made by all of us multiple times was how clean it was and how it had everything you needed from bath towels to kitchen equipment. We booked again for next year! It’s apparently becoming a family tradition to stay there and so easy to work with Monica. She makes the booking and necessary information you need very easy and streamlined.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Monica and John

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We live and work in Raleigh, NC and relax in Holden Beach.

Why they chose this property

When we first traveled to Holden Beach, we knew this was the beach we wanted to return to as often as possible. The views are breathtaking and the small beach town atmosphere is welcoming and relaxing. We built our dream vacation home here and we hope to have the opportunity to share it with you.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy spending time outdoors, so we built large wrap around porches to truly showcase the beauty of the island with views of the ocean and marsh. Our children love sleepovers so we designed a bunk room to accommodate six children so nobody is left out.

Languages:

English, French, German, Romanian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests