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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Holden Beach, NC
  • Holden Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Across The Street From The Beach, Private Beach & Pool Access, Elevator

Up On The Roof, located at 161 Ocean Blvd East, is part of a beach community, Seaside at Winding River. This provides private beach access, private pool and beach clubhouse, all immediately across the street from the house. Renters will be provided with access passes for use of the pool and beach, and will have access to the marina on the Inter-coastal Waterway.

The house was built in 2003 with the desirable inverted floor plan to maximize views of the ocean with a total living space of 2300 sq ft. Renovations completed 2022 included expansion of the upstairs bedroom and an additional bathroom to create a second master bedroom. Additional upgrades were done- all interior rooms were repainted and the exterior was repainted, new floors and carpeting were installed, new back staircase was added, an enclosed exterior elevator with access to the 2 upper levels was added and new windows and exterior doors installed.
First Floor: Master Bedroom- King Bed, TV, bathroom with shower. 2nd Bedroom: Queen Bed, TV, shared Bathroom. 3rd Bedroom 2 sets of Pyramid Bunks (Twin over Full), TV. Sitting area with TV, great for kids with game systems. Front and back porches, with porch swing and rocking chairs.
2nd Floor: Living Room with flat screen Smart TV, DVD player, and Stereo, large sectional couch, 2 chairs, table and 4 chairs in alcove which overlooks the ocean! Large kitchen area with 4 bar stools. Dining table seats 10. Newly renovated Half Bath. 4th Bedroom with King size bed and new private full bathroom. Front and back porches provide great views of the beach and ocean - great place to hang out and enjoy a cocktail in the late afternoon. Kitchen is fully stocked with all cooking necessities. Kitchen renovation 2025 - new quartz counter tops, updated and newly painted cabinets, beautiful new kitchen table and 10 chairs, 4 new counter stools, new stairs and railings. New tankless hot water heater and propane gas. Rooftop deck: Great for views of the sunrise and sunset, a great place to hangout after the beach, or enjoy the evening under the stars. 8 lovely composite Adirondack chairs and small cocktail table.
Ground floor: Plenty of parking, private outdoor shower, and storage, Gas and Charcoal grills, corn hole and ping pong, and 8 beach chairs and many sand toys for children.Large yard is nicely landscaped.

This house is in an ideal location to walk just about everyplace on the island. Only a short walk to the restaurants on the island, as well as the free concerts, the Ice Cream shop, coffee shop, rental shop and Candy store.

Besides having the beach and ocean, golf is only minutes away to Lockwood Folly and Carolina National golf courses. Boat rentals and charters are available for some of the finest fishing on the east coast.

Property manager

Marc and Wendy Scharen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside.
No Campers, boats/trailers, mobile homes, or tents are allowed on the premise.

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

About the area

Supply

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. 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 drive - 0.4 km
  • Big Beach - 18 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 41 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Caswell Beach - 52 min drive - 52.6 km
  • The Point - 53 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Silver Hill Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid's Island Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Castaways Raw Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Across The Street From The Beach, Private Beach & Pool Access, Elevator pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Across The Street From The Beach, Private Beach & Pool Access, Elevator?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Across The Street From The Beach, Private Beach & Pool Access, Elevator?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Across The Street From The Beach, Private Beach & Pool Access, Elevator located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Magic Mountain Fun Park and Holden Beach. Lockwood Folly Country Club and Sailfish Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

A Gem in Holden Beach

This is a wonderful beach property with direct OVs across the street from the beach and beach club where you have access to a pool. The owners provided prompt communication and answered questions thoroughly. There are 2 restaurants within easy walking distance and a coffee shop/beach rental place easily accessible. The house is immaculate and has every amenity you need - with a few luxury amenities as well. We appreciated the elevator especially on arrival & departure & for the larger grocery trip. We made use of the grill while enjoying some cornhole challenges. The outdoor shower was excellent & I'd say better than any indoor shower, however the indoor tiled showers were extra special as well. The main floor master shower is as large as a small walk in closet. We used 3 of the 4 bedrooms & all beds were comfortable. We did notice on the king size beds that the sheets provided through the linen service really didn't fit. Maybe the kings are maybe a California King but we ended up not being able to use the fitted sheet. The main living area provided plenty of seating with the sectional sofa & 2 chairs. The kitchen had plenty utensils, plates, and glasses. The bottom level sitting area was nice too, especially if you are traveling with multiple families. Our favorite space was the covered front porch. We also enjoyed the rooftop for late night stargazing and nightcaps. When visiting Holden Beach again we will definitely return to this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

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

Wish I could give it 6 stars

Perfect, blessed house for a chill beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Soaking in the Sun

We had a magical time while at Holden Beach. We were able to let go and have fun because it felt like we were at home with the house Up on the Roof being ready to take in a family. We did not need anything! We didn't have to leave to make trips to the store to get something to make something. We only needed to bring ourselves and clothes. We went shopping for food once when we got there. The shopping for the teens was perfect. The shells were awesome. We made many memories here. Thank you so much for sharing your house with our family. We look forward tk future stays!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Wonderful Views - Beautiful Beach

My family and in-laws had a great stay at Up On the Roof. The house was as advertised, clean, with close proximity to to the beach. The 3rd floor entertainment space has great views of the ocean as does the roof top seating area and decks. The property owner was very responsive and kind. A+
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW K.

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

Great House near beach

Great house with lots of stairs, beds are nice. The small mini fridge was great for our drink cold storage. The air condition, washer/dryer was great. Overall great home to stay at.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

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

Amazing Home

Great home that provides everything you need for a vacation full of memories! Wendy was very responsive and amazing! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith H.

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

Fabulous Vacation

Everything was perfect. The check in process, location, the house was clean and well organized, and the elevator was very handy. We were very happy with our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susannah w.

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

Best rental ever!

This was the nicest beach house we have ever stayed in! The host was extremely responsive to any questions that we had, the house was super clean, and the beach was amazing! We made some wonderful family memories here and hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon D.

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

White Glove Clean

What a gem of beach home. Beautifully decorated and well taken care of. Kitchen is fully stocked. Lots of family games. Our family enjoyed ping pong tournaments in the evenings. Oh the view! You’ll never forget this house. Thanks to Wendy and Marc for being wonderful hosts!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace W.

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

Great beach house

Up on the Roof is a wonderful place to stay in Holden Beach. There is plenty of room inside and out. The kitchen is well stocked; the beds are comfortable and the view is amazing. I would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olen W.

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

Fantastic home in perfect location

Three generations of our family had a wonderful week at Up On The Roof! The house was super clean and fully outfitted in every way. The views from the main living floor of the ocean and shore were ideal. Then there was the rooftop deck which gave 360 degrees view of the whole area plus the night sky which we enjoyed numerous times. Our grandsons are 2 and 5 so the lush grassy backyard was a great place for them to run around and play when we weren't at the beach. Also provided is a full selection of beach chairs, umbrellas, toys and games that we used daily. Wendy and Marc were excellent communicators and helpful in everyway possible which made the stay all the more enjoyable. The property exceeded our expectations which were pretty high going in. We can recommend Up On The Roof without reservation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R., Fayetteville, NC, USA

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

Beautiful! Warm and inviting!

“Up on the Roof” Is a beautiful home. It is exactly as described and even better than our expectations. It is across the street from the ocean but it feels and sounds like you’re right on the water. The owners were easy to communicate with and check in and out were seamless. My family would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

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

UP ON THE ROOF

We absolutely loved this property! Large enough but also cozy enough! Had everything we needed and was conveniently right across from private beach access. The roof top views are amazing. I highly recommend and we will be back! I just love Holden.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

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

Awesome

Plenty of room for our family of 10, beach chairs, boogie boards, ping pong table, and grill were great amenities; Marc and Wendy responded to questions right away; view was amazing; upper deck was great for star gazing, conversations
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Uniontown OH

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

Awesome!

This house was perfect. Loved the location. View was A+. There was nothing we needed in the kitchen that was not already there. We appreciated all the beach chairs, sand toys and the outdoor shower! We were all so exhausted from the sun that we never used the ping pong table but had it rained, we likely would have used it including all the yard games provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H., Lincolnton, NC USA

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

Awesome House!

The house was in a very good location, very clean and modern. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J., Three Bridges, NJ

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

Outstanding vacation home

I don't even know where to start! It's difficult to articulate fully how exceptional this vacation home is. Our entire rental experience essentially was perfect. We were a family group with four adults and three kids ranging from 3-16 years old. The owners are lovely. Friendly, available, and communicative. The house itself is incredible inside. As amazing as the listing photos make it look, they really don't even do it justice. It's spacious with a very well planned layout. It feels much larger than the actual square footage. It's immaculate. Tasteful, with modern furnishings and decor. The bathrooms are updated and beautiful. The house is full of light and has an airy and serene feeling. Every piece of furniture is comfortable and inviting. The beds were all firm and supportive. I'm a weirdo and bring my own sheets everywhere because I have texture issues with fabric, but the included linens were fresh and really nice. I actually would have used the sheets, which is saying a lot! The kitchen is enormous, beautiful, and super well appointed with everything you need for a trip. The beverage fridge is a great touch to free up main fridge space for food. There is so much usable outdoor space. There are multiple porches and seating areas, but the porch that includes a table and chairs off of the main living space and the roof top deck were particular favorites. The views of the ocean and the rest of the island are breathtaking. Under the house is a room full of really thoughtful items for outdoor use. Beach chairs, games, sand toys, beach canopy, etc. We got a lot of use out of the sand toys and cornhole. The outdoor shower is huge, clean, and super nice. There's even a mirror! Just as thoughtfully appointed as the rest of the property. The location cannot be beat. The clubhouse being situated directly across the street is awesome. With the layout of the parking lots on either side of the building, you essentially get all of the benefits of an ocean front view, plus access to a pool and place to rinse off sand. As nice as the outdoor shower is at the house, we barely used it because the rinse stations at the clubhouse work so well. You can walk to all of the fun commercial stuff on the island (restaurants, coffee shop, ice cream place, etc.), but are separate enough from it to not feel like you're in a commercial area. If I could give the property six stars, I would. All in all, I highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Holden Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Constance K.

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

Great Family Vacation

We enjoyed our stay at Up On The Roof. It was a beautiful home in a great location. We loved the spacious living areas, especially the dining area which allowed our family to sit down and eat together. Easy access to the pool and beach areas were also a plus. And of course the views from the roof were amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Wonderful House to Stay In!

Clean, well furnished, extra special touches like beach chairs and beach canopy. Convenient location on island. Ocean is very close. Roof top deck is really fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

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

None Better in Holden Beach !

This property is perfectly located in Holden Beach - great view of the ocean from the 2nd row, beach access is directly across from the property, the beach clubhouse and pool are directly across the street. The home itself is pristine with an open floor plan and the owners are great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krista T.

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

Perfect Beach House

Beautiful house in a fantastic location. The house was incredibly clean and well stocked. The owners are great and very helpful. The layout of the house works well for families with kids. There are multiple decks, an extra living space, and a great yard for the kids to play. The roof deck is amazing, and a great spot to watch the sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy B.

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

Beautiful home

We loved our time in this home. It was exactly as advertised. Colorful rooms, the cabinets were exceptionally stocked and the home was super clean. We will definitely book this home again. Loved the beach access and the decks too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Perfect family getaway and even better owners

Our vacation was eventful to say the least. The first 24 hours were spent settling in to the perfect house for our family (grandparents, two couples and kids) with plenty of space for all including multiple outdoor spaces, a huge (rare) backyard for kids to play in safely, and even a spare den for anyone who needed a break from the crowd. We were steps away from the beach and within walking distance of the local coffee shop, restaurants, and fishing on the intercoastal. It was perfect. We spent the next day enjoying the beach, grilled burgers and hot dogs for a big family dinner, and sat down to enjoy some ice cream while we watched a typical summer thunderstorm roll in from the ocean. And then chaos hit. The house is struck by lightning, power and AC went out, and this mama was mildly panicked the place was on fire. (It wasn't!) Within minutes fire trucks showed up and we had the owners on the phone who immediately jumped into action to make sure everything was taken care of. Mark and Wendy spent the next 3 days going out of their way to make sure our vacation wasn't disrupted, getting the AC back on and ensuring the house was cleared by the electricians. Despite the craziness, it still ended up being everything we hope it would be and before we even pulled out of the driveway to head home we had decided to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie M.

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

Fun in the sun and then some!

This is a lovely house right across the street from the beach and pool. The owners are great and provide everything you need for a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Beach House

We had an amazing week. The views from the house are great, the house is beautiful and the owners are extremely friendly and very helpful. Will come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Marc and Wendy Scharen

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We are originally from the northeast but have lived in Chapel Hill, Maryland and New England. We moved to the area 6 years ago to our new home which is about 20 minutes from Holden Beach. We were fortunate and blessed to also purchase this beautiful investment property that same year. Life is good....

Why they chose this property

It is beautiful and without being oceanfront it has spectacular, unobstructed ocean views!

What makes this property unique

Being part of Seaside at Winding River and having use of the beach club amenities and Pool .

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests