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Heated pool, private beach access, family friendly

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Holden Beach, NC
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sailfish Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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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.

Heated pool, private beach access, family friendly

Lil Sunshine is the perfect oasis with a heated backyard pool, quiet surroundings, tropical plantings, and a short walk to the beach, you’ll have the perfect escape. In the shoulder seasons (March, April, September, October) the pool is heated.
The private beach access for Sunshine Lane guests only is just a short walk (1 min) from the house. Lil Sunshine is the perfect place for families, girls trips, and romantic getaways. There’s plenty of room to spread out and relax together in the living room, or taking in the ocean breeze on the back porch while sipping a cold beverage. However you like to relax, Lil Sunshine is here to make it easier for you to forget your troubles and enjoy your vacation!
Beds are made with complimentary linens, towels are included in the bathrooms along with, shampoo/conditioner and soap, and a starter roll of TP. The kitchen is equipped with all the gadgets you’ll need and a starter roll of paper towels, dish detergent, and cleaning supplies.
Just pack your cooler, chairs, and your swimsuit, and you’re all set!
May - November is sea turtle nesting season and it is quite a treat to be there on a full moon to possibly see hatchlings leave their nest for the ocean.
Holden Beach is a family friendly beach and everyone is welcome at Lil Sunshine. There’s an awesome playground at the bridge, including a a basketball/pickleball court. Bring your bike for an easy bike ride to the pier for ice cream and shopping at the t-shirt shop. For dinner you are a short drive to restaurants like our favorites, Provision Company, Mermaid’s Island Grill, and Sorella’s Italian restaurant (yum!).
Lil Sunshine is ready to host you, your family, and friends for a relaxing and memorable stay on Holden Beach!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Holden Beach. Features include an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Holden Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Big Beach
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean-up/organize pool area and beach items.
Check outdoor shower for personal items.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Heated pool, private beach access, family friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was nice and had everything we needed. Enjoyed the pool. It was perfect for 2 couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, clean house. Close to the beach, and we had a lot of fun in the pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in quiet area. Very clean and pool was fantastic. A short hop across the street to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely, short stay at Lil Sunshine! Check in was easy and home was as described and pictures are accurate. Host was quick to respond to questions before and during our trip. Very close to public access to beach and pool was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house, close to beach

The house was just as described and what we saw in the photos. Parking was easy for 2 cars. The house was clean and comfortable. There were plenty of cups, plates, utensils and cookware in the kitchen. The outdoor pool and sitting area were perfect for our group with 4 kids. We were glad for the pool towels that were available at the house. We loved the short walk to the beach. And the host was friendly and responsive. Thank you for hosting us in your lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rusty E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lil Sunshine is the best

It is a great place and Anna was so nice and very responsive if we had a question.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

A great week at a great house! Our family really enjoyed the pool! It was so nice. Well stocked kitchen made making supper easy! Quiet area of the beach but just a short drive to get to the busier part of the island. A great week with many memories made!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family mini vacation

Our family truly enjoyed staying a few days at the house. The pool was a plus and made the trip that much more fun. The beach was just a short walk across the street and was not over crowded. Pretty much everything was provided in the home and the beds were super comfortable. We will return next year and highly recommend renting this house. The host responded to messages quickly and very gracious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

felicia p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place

The home is just as described the pictures.are very accurate. The distance to the beach is a short ealk and made for an easy track for all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

LOVE!

Perfect distance from the beach access & amazing private pool. We had kids as young as 1 year old and this property was perfect / very safe. There’s an alarm on the sliding door to the back porch that can be turned on and off to ensure no children get out alone. We spent so much time out back by the pool. I couldn’t rave about this house any more! It accommodated our family perfectly. The only thing about being this far down ocean Blvd is that there isn’t much that is close by. It’s about a 10-15 min drive to any restaurants or coffee shops. We didn’t mind this too much though. We can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, great location, amazing pool!

We had a wonderful stay! The home was clean and in great condition, exactly as described. The pool was a great bonus and made our vacation overall much more enjoyable. The walk to the beach is just a few minutes and no trouble at all. Communication with the host was efficient and pleasant. We’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach vacay

Great place, short walk to the beach, pool was wonderful for the kids. The host was great and was responsive to any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Family Vacation

Absolutely fantastic beach house for our family vacation! From the breathtaking ocean views to the spacious and beautifully decorated interiors, every aspect exceeded our expectations. The kitchen was fully equipped, making meal prep a breeze, and the bedrooms were cozy and comfortable. We enjoyed lazy mornings on the sun-drenched patio and evenings looking at stars on the beach. The proximity to the beach was unbeatable, allowing us to easily come and go throughout the day. The host was incredibly accommodating and responsive, ensuring our stay was flawless. We couldn't have asked for a better home base for our beach getaway. Five stars all around – we'll definitely be back and can’t wait to swim in that pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

Liked: Cleanliness

😎

Awesome host and home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison U.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great beach retreat

We enjoyed our stay very much at this house. It was exactly as pictured online, everything was clean, had a well stocked kitchen, and super convenient beach access. Our kids enjoyed the yard and we enjoyed relaxing on the back deck. Communication with the host was always helpful and prompt. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D., NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

This property was fantastic. Short walk to beach. The house was clean and spacious! We were 7 women on a week long holiday all the way from NY. One small recommendation… the beds are not of greatest comfort. However we will be back and we will share this location w all our friends and family :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy trip

Every part of the house was clean and crisp! From the dishes to the bedding to the bathroom showers to the floor, even outside. Nicely decorated, and we didn’t find anything we needed that wasn’t there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Holden Beach!

Very nice home, and super-convenient to the beach. We had everything we needed for a great family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittani L.

Liked: Cleanliness

You’ll love this place!

This was one of the best vacation homes we have stayed in especially for the price. Very short walk to the beach with a private ramp access, making it easy for adults and kids to get straight to the fun! Check in/out was really easy. It was immaculately clean and we had everything we needed for a week long stay! Thank you for a great experience and hope to rent with you again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay

Good place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway!

The house was lovely and had a great location. Beautifully updated. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miguel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location in Holden Beach!!

A++++ owner!! This was home away from home for our family; the location is perfect just a short walk out to the beach! The house had everything we needed, linens, towels, kitchen supplies, and even the outdoor shower was stocked with full privacy. We highly recommend "Lil' Sunshine" for anyone looking to spend time at Holden Beach! Thanks again for everything Anna! We'll be back next summer for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lemira B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

This home was perfect for our family. It provided plenty of space to lounge and spread out. Rooms were clean and tidy and we had everything we needed to just relax and enjoy. It was a very short walk to the beach which was a plus for getting out there multiple days. The owner was super responsive and patient with my questions, especially with the front door lock I couldn’t seem to work. Totally user error on my part! The house is very secure. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home!

We loved Anna's home at holden beach - a quick walk away, and everything just as pictured. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, easy beach access

I’m never quite sure when booking off the waterfront, but this is a great location with easy access to a quiet stretch of beach. Property was clean and comfortable. Good communication from owner and appreciated the keyless access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023