The Sandbox / 186 Ocean Blvd West

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Description

The Sandbox is perfect for your family’s next getaway! This three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features a private pool and is just a short walk from the beach, with private beach access located across the street. Sit on the covered porch and enjoy the ocean view, or watch the sunset from the back screened-in porch with cathedral ceilings and ceiling fans overlooking the 12 x 23 pool.

The home includes a modern kitchen with an island that opens to the dining area and living room, making it ideal for family gatherings. The Sandbox promises a memorable vacation year after year.

Ready for Bed: For weekly rentals, all bedroom beds are made prior to arrival with fresh linens. Towels and bath mats are also provided, so you can settle in and relax immediately.

Policies & Amenities:

  • Strict 3:00 PM check-in
  • No smoking
  • Pet-friendly with payment of pet fee (2 dogs allowed; additional fees will apply)

Room Details

Bedroom 1
1 King
Bedroom 2
1 King
Bedroom 3
1 Queen
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom

Amenities

Amenities

  • Linens (Weekly Rentals Only)
  • Ice Maker
  • Keyless Entry
  • Monthly rental - Short Term only
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Ready for Bed
  • Towels - Beach & Bath (Weekly rentals only)
  • Dog Friendly
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking
  • Living Room
  • Linens
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Linens provided
  • Private Entrance
  • Smartlock
  • Self Check-In
  • Keypad
  • Extra Pillows And Blankets
  • Clothing storage

Availability

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Reviews

So nice we’ve stayed here twice!

Reviewed on 2022-09-26 by Pam , Washington, DC United States
Overall
5
Two great stays and already looking at the calendar for 2023! We were fortunate to be the first to rent this home in May after the renovation - they were still putting finishing touches on it as we checked in! The location is perfect as is the newly rebuilt private boardwalk to the beach right across the street. Inside the owners have done an excellent job upgrading all the rooms and making it feel like a second home and not a rented beach house. Excellent ceiling fans in all the rooms and on the porches make the a/c unnecessary most days. Outside the pool and deck areas are very inviting as are the front and back porches. We were shocked to see all the beach and pool accessories that were made available - chairs, boogey boards, wagon, bikes and even a Shibumi! Since the house is dog friendly, it would be nice if there was a gate on the front porch to keep pets from running out and down the front steps and near the busy road. And if the owner is looking for how to add to the property I’d say a pool heater or even a solar blanket to help extend the use of the pool into fall and spring. And maybe think about a hot tub and outdoor TV for the back yard?

Reviewed on 2025-09-07 by Amy , Shippensburg, PA
Overall
4
This was our 28th year coming to Holden. We love this house and the love this house and location. Only thing we could think of for improvement would be a pool heater. Thank you Soo much for making sure this house is in tip top shape. It's very much appreciated.

Reviewed on 2025-08-26 by Ashley , Blue Ridge, VA
Overall
4
This was my favorite house I’ve ever stayed in at Holden! Everything was thought out perfectly! The house was decorated nicely! I loved the screened in back porch. I loved that they put the baby gate up on the front porch and the pool alarm on the back deck was a plus that helped calm my nerves with having a small child. I always forget laundry detergent and dish soap and it was nice that they had it in the thoughtful gift bag! The house was clean and we didn’t have a single issue during our stay! The location and access to the beach was a big plus! Also, the house is within walking distance to coffee/candy shop, restaurants , and the park The house next door was undergoing construction and there was drywall and insulation everywhere which was kinda an eye sore and I know something that cannot be helped. We just closed the blinds on that side of the house and ignored it. Honestly I was so happy with the house I didn’t even care!

Reviewed on 2025-07-28 by Joyce , Lynchburg, VA
Overall
4
tHE Sand Box was a great place to stay at very clean and well supplied with with everything and more that we needed. Would stay there again and would recommend it to others

Reviewed on 2025-07-12 by Jennifer , Huntersville, NC
Overall
4
The house was perfect for our family. Well stocked and lovely decor and the pool was a wonderful amenity!

Love this house!

Reviewed on 2025-06-24 by Tony and Melissa White , Fort Mill, South Carolina United States
Overall
5
The Sandbox is absolutely the best beach cottage! Very well planned and thought out for attracting visitors every year! Love every detail and the owners are the best! We will definitely be back.

Reviewed on 2025-04-11 by Donna , Acworth, GA
Overall
4
This is a wonderful property. Very well stocked. Very clean and bright. The beds were very comfortable. It is close to beach access and the view of the ocean from front porch is beautiful. We will defiantly come back to this property again. And the topping was being greated with a wonderful tote back stocked with start essentials and fun goodies, like visors koozies,and frisbees

Great rental - will return!

Reviewed on 2025-01-11 by Amy & Faye , Greensboro, North Carolina United States
Overall
5
We rented this house for 3 weeks over the winter holidays and loved every minute of it. It was perfect for 3 couples and an all-adult family. The kitchen has everything you need (we cook a lot and rarely eat out), the living room is very cozy with more than enough seating for 6 people, and the beds are super comfortable with great mattresses! I don't think I've ever slept in so well a bed in a rental house. We also had a good experience with the staff at Coastal Vacation Resorts and their response time when we needed something or there was a minor maintenance issue -- way better than their competitors (we've rented from a lot of the companies at Holden). The hosts included a lovely welcome package, which was a nice touch. Would definitely stay there again! Hope to return in a warmer month when we can enjoy the pool and patio.

Reviewed on 2024-08-30 by Amy , Shippensburg, PA
Overall
4
We have been coming to Holden Beach and used Coastal Vacations for over 25 years. This house by far is our absolute favorite!!! We Soo appreciate the details and how well maintained it is. Thank you Soo much for sharing your beautiful house with us.

The Best!!

Reviewed on 2024-08-12 by Sweeney , St.Marys, WV
Overall
5
We have rented several homes from coastal and this one is our absolute favorite house. This house was super clean. It was perfect for our family. Even with tropical storm Debby we stayed the entire week and still had the best time. The extra beach/pool items were a hit with our kiddos. I also really appreciated the gate on the front porch.

Reviewed on 2024-07-12 by Gina , Columbia, SC
Overall
4
We loved our stay at The Sandbox. It is a beautiful property! It was everything we wanted. We will certainly be back next year 🩷Thank you for this rental opportunity 😘

Reviewed on 2024-06-14 by Angela , Greensboro, NC
Overall
4
Perfect for us!! Easy walking to coffee and candy shop. Easy access to the beach.

Reviewed on 2024-03-29 by Elizabeth , Raleigh, NC
Overall
5
Perfect home, beautifully renovated, loved our time here

Reviewed on 2023-09-26 by Michael , Salem, VA
Overall
5
TheSand Box is a nice house and convenient to the beach we enjoyed our stay. I have reserved another week in the spring.

Reviewed on 2023-08-14 by Vicki , Ravenswood, WV
Overall
5
We had a wonderful week and plan on coming again in the future!

Reviewed on 2023-07-16 by Whitney , Waxhaw, NC
Overall
5
Very nice home, nicely furnished and comfortable, nice front and back porches, great pool and patio area below, perfect setup for small family

Reviewed on 2022-12-31 by Angie , Leland , NC
Overall
5
The Sandbox was just perfect for my family. It is a comfortable home in a great location. We love the decor and the floor plan.

Reviewed on 2022-09-10 by Rebecca , Clemmons, NC
Overall
5
Amazing, like new. loved the simpleDecor that didn’t get in the way of 6 guests. Well stocked and well organized kitchen. Quite unusual after summer season.

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Reviewed on 2022-03-11 by Chester Tester , Baltimore, Maryland United States
Overall
5
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