Experience a relaxed beachy theme at this 3 BR, 1.5 Ba home with great living spaces and all amenities inside and out. Take advantage of the laundry room, enclosed outdoor shower with hot water to rinse off sand from the day's activities, peekaboo ocean views from the nice deck and private beach access just a quick walk away.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE! Special discounts! Flexible check in days
Weekly discounts/Last minute discounts Spacious yet cozy 3 BR, 1.5 Ba home decorated in a relaxed beachy theme. An extra bed and bath apartment on premises can be added. (Contact owner to add) Very comfortable with great living spaces, inside and out, with all amenities in the home. Nice deck with peekaboo views of the ocean. Ideal location with just a quick walk to the private beach access and quick drive to the bridge. Laundry room on site. Fenced in yard. Covered parking. Smart tvs throughout. Beach wagon, chairs and umbrellas. Enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water to rinse off the sand from your day at the beach.
Perfect for a long weekend getaway or week family vacation. Fully equipped kitchen to enjoy home cooked meals or enjoy the local meals at any of the wonderful eating spots. Bed linens are provided and bath towels.
There is no smoking in the home and request guests to be considerate with ashes and butts outside on the premises.
Pets on a case by case basis with owner pre-approval and additional fee for cleaning.
Check in and out any day you prefer. Sunday to Sunday can avoid the crowds. Flexible dates.
Beach gear available in garage as well as baby gear. Bring your beach towels and enjoy the best of Holden Beach!
Studio apartment available for additional fee. Adds queen bed and full bath. Message owner for more info.
10% discount for weekly rentals
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding 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 skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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
Do not grill under the deck. Move grill out to an open area to reduce risk of fire.
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 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 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Holden Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Supply travel guide
Is SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE! Special discounts! Flexible check in days pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE! Special discounts! Flexible check in days?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE! Special discounts! Flexible check in days?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE! Special discounts! Flexible check in days?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE! Special discounts! Flexible check in days located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Holden Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Magic Mountain Fun Park. Sailfish Park and Lockwood Folly Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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This was the 3rd year myself and my family have stayed at The Blue Anchor. We always rent the bed & bath apartment on the ground floor as well. We absolutely love it! The location is great! It's a short walk to the beach! I never have to worry about cleanliness or if the kitchen will have cookware I might need. There is a gas grill we have also used for delicious meals. We all love the floor plan of this charming vacation rental!
We had an amazing stay at The Blue Anchor. The property was clean, quiet and within a short walking distance to the beach. Looking forward to a return visit in the future.
Communication with the owners was quick and easy. This place is the perfect little house for a beach stay. It was clean and cozy within a short walking distance to the beach.
This property was perfect for our family vacation. It was clean and had many essentials needed. The beach is just a short walk and the property owner was great to communicate with. We visit Holden Beach a couple times a year or more and will definitely stay again.
We had the best time in Holden Beach. We’ve never stayed here and it is the cutest little beach town. Our family of 5 felt right at home in this adorable beach cottage. Short walk to the beach, short walk to the intracoastal waterway and a short bike ride to the fishing pier, General Store and ice cream. Laura’s place is decorated so tastefully and it was so cozy. The kitchen was fully stocked, beds were comfortable and the den area was perfect for family movie nights. We will definitely stay here again now that we are head over heels for Holden Beach.
The house worked great for our family. We appreciated the short walk to the beach and use of the beach supplies in the basement. We did have some issues with the internet but the owner was always very responsive in trying to quickly resolve it for us. Some of the utensils and dishes were a bit dated/worn but otherwise the house had everything we needed. Thanks!
We had an enjoyable stay. The house was clean and comfortable. The beach chairs and boogie boards were great to be able to use. Laura was easy to communicate with, responsive and accommodating. When we booked, the listing didn't state anything about a downstairs tenant. That was a bit of a surprise, but there was only one occasion when we had to wait for the outdoor shower. Overall a great stay.
Lara H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Douglas F.
11 Jul 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
We had trouble with both AC units. Owner didn't leave the mini-split remote temp control available to us. AC Service had to come out twice, but it didn't help much.Some areas were not cleaned, hair in drain, trash in can and AC filter vent dirty
The same group stayed there last year with the exception of my husband. He passed away this past April. Myself, my son, his girlfriend and his youngest daughter go. We are also able to take my pet and my sons girlfriends pet. Both older female dogs each weighing less than 7#. And my oldest grandson was unable to make it, he got to go last year and stay a few days with us. We always meet up with my daughter and her family who are already at Holden Beach in a separate rental with her boyfriends family. They are all from Maryland, we are all from Georgia. We so much enjoy our time there at Holden Beach and we do love this rental!! We have also rented the downstairs apartment this year and last.
We loved our Blue Anchor beach rental at Holden Beach, NC this July 2022. Finding it on VRBO made the experience so easy. Everything we needed in my search was right there at my fingertips! And we were a short walk from the beach! Looking forward to years to come in future rentals!!
We had an amazing time at Holden beach! We loved the house we stayed in! Everything was decorated beautifully! The owner of the house was very prompt to respond to us! Can’t wait to come back!
We enjoyed our stay at the Blue Anchor. Really enjoyed the sitting on back porch with the fire pit after cooking dinner on the grill. Look forward to returning in the future.
The Blue Anchor is a nice place to stay. The pictures online don’t do this house justice. My biggest like was the beach furniture & supplies that were provided. My family and I had a nice week.
This was a fantastic place to stay at Holden. The pictures don’t do it justice! Perfect size for a family. It had ALL the beach accessories you could imagine which was really helpful (our toddler decided she wanted to be a big kid at the beach and needed her own chair). Short walk to the beach and wonderful patio area to rock on after a long day. Great and quick communication with Laura! Will be looking to come back for our next visit.
Jessica G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Emily C.
2 Jul 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Surprise Tenant and Hair Everywhere
The Good:
The kitchen, dining, and family room spaces exceeded our expectations as far as square footage and layout. The AC kept up with the summer heat and humidity, and we appreciated the wagon to use back and forth to the beach, which was just a quick 5 minute walk.
The Not-So Good:
The day before our vacation began, I received a message from the host with check-in details. In that message were instructions regarding parking, in which there was a nonchalant mention of a downstairs tenant - which was NOT mentioned in the original listing. Although friendly enough, the unexpected downstairs tenant did inhibit our use of the outdoor shower, patio/lawn space, fire pit, and grill that were advertised in the rental. Likewise, we were under the impression the laundry facilities were ours to use at all times. Multiple times, we had to work around and wait for the tenant to free up the facilities. Also, the lint trap after her use, was completely full of lint and dog hair that we had to empty ourselves.
Which leads me to the cleanliness of the interior. Although we knew a dog could potentially stay in the house the week prior to our stay, we also expected the hardwood floors to be cleaned enough that our allergies would not be adversely effected. Unfortunately, that was not the case. There was so much pet hair, human hair and dirt on the floor and mattresses we immediately looked for the vacuum cleaner when we arrived. To our dismay, the canister of the vacuum hadn’t been emptied in quite awhile and we did not want to add even more allergens into the home.
We trust the sheet sets were laundered in the appropriate water temps advertised, however the the comforters/quilts were laying open and covering dirty mattresses upon arrival.
Although we appreciated a well stocked kitchen, we did not expect to have to work around leftover open bags of chips and cookies when unloading our groceries. The toilet paper (there were literally 4 squares when we arrived) and paper towels advertised were never found by us. The coffee maker still had grounds left growing mold.
When I reached out to the host with this information, the response was a quick "we'll take this into consideration." When I then requested a partial refund in light of the information, I received no response.
Future renters beware: This rental may not reflect all amenities or cleanliness standards listed in the description. You may also have a surprise downstairs tenant.
We enjoyed this home very much. The house is actually nicer than it presents through the app so it was an extra surprise. Very close to the beach. Neighborhood was very friendly. Would recommend.
We love Holden Beach! We had a wonderful time at this little beach house. Perfect for a family of 5. Kitchen was well stocked and the Family room was a nice, cool break at the end of the day. Thanks for a great stay.
We loved this fun and beautiful ocean property! Light and airy, great gathering spaces and very comfortable for the 5 of us. Just a 5 min walk across the street to a beautiful spacious beach. Amazing sunsets!!! Also everything you needed to enjoy the beach was included. Nice chairs umbrella and wagon to carry it all.