This magnificent home was built in 2013 as a private residence to entertain friends and family. The decor and color scheme of this home are so soothing, you'll immediately start to decompress and destress the moment you cross the threshold. It was offered as a rental for the first time in 2020 to great acclaim. Let us help you make lasting memories while you relax and recharge in your spa-like surroundings.
Daydream Believer is located mid Island and has unobstructed views up and down the beach front from the two covered porches. A private walkway, accessed from the lower porch or pool area, takes you to the beach. Our home boasts an inverted floor plan with over 4200 square feet of living space. Enter from enclosed ground level entrance or up the front steps. If riding the elevator go to 3rd level first so you can be blown away by the magnificent views and beautiful design of the upper level.
On the upper level you will find an open floor plan which combines the Kitchen, Dining, and Living areas into one massive gathering space with amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen includes 2 full size ovens, microwave, 6 burner gas stove top, hood, dishwasher, and refrigerator all in stainless. In addition, you will find a built in wine cooler, Nugget ice maker, and a walk-in pantry with a second refrigerator. The massive granite island accommodates 8 diners with 5 bar and 3 counter seats. The beautiful adjacent dinning table accommodates 8 also. The living room is spacious and offers TV, sound system, games and books. The upper level is also where you will find the master suite complete with king bed and custom bath with stone and granite shower. There is also a small full bath in the upper entry directly across from the elevator. There's a separate sitting/ TV room also on this level and another bedroom with queen bed and attached bath.
The middle level is the main entry foyer, and 4 more bedrooms. There are two Ocean front master suites on this level, another queen bedroom with bath and an amazing bunk room that sleeps 6. There are 4 custom built in bunk beds that line one wall with steps in the middle and 2 single twin beds in this room complete with bath. On this level is also where you will find the laundry room complete with large capacity washer dryer and sink.
The elevator goes from ground level to 3rd (upper)floor which is great when unloading or for anyone who may have mobility issues.
Luxurious Linens are provided which include sheets, towels, and beach towels.
The spacious pool area can be reached from the downstairs entrance or from lower floor porch. The pool is salt water. There is an enclosed shower area and a storage area that has pool floats, beach chairs and games. The pool area has 12 lounge chairs and 2 high top tables with 8 bar stools. The pool is well lit by floods in the evening. Both porches overlook the pool and beach.
The porches offer chaise lounges with custom cushions and Adirondack Rocking chairs. The upper porch also has a grouped seating area with cushioned couch, chairs and tables. The lower porch has chaise lounges and tables. Both offer great views and a great place to relax with coffee in the mornings or a drink at night.
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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
About the area
Supply
Located in Holden Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Lockwood Folly Country Club and River's Edge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holden Beach and Sailfish Park. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 48 min drive - 60.9 km
Barefoot Landing - 56 min drive - 69.5 km
Getting around
North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Inlet View Bar & Grill - 28 min drive
Plantation Grill - 24 min drive
Lonerider at Oak Island - 43 min drive
Silver Hill Grill - 9 min drive
The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Magnificent Ocean Retreat have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Magnificent Ocean Retreat ?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnificent Ocean Retreat on 25 Apr 2027 start from AU$3,438, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Magnificent Ocean Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Magnificent Ocean Retreat ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Magnificent Ocean Retreat ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Magnificent Ocean Retreat ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Magnificent Ocean Retreat located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holden Beach holiday home is steps from Holden Beach and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Magic Mountain Fun Park. Big Beach and Lockwood Folly Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We had a wonderful stay. The house offered everything for a comfortable stay. The beach was lovely truly a relaxing vacation, even with two small children!
This was our first trip to Holden Beach and it and Daydream Believer didn’t disappoint us. The house is beautifully decorated. The kitchen has everything you can possibly need or want. Having beach chairs and towels for the beach and pool is a bonus. The secured pool area is especially nice if traveling with young children.
We had a fantastic fourth stay at this home. Ree and Kevin have a beautiful home truly stocked with everything we need from cooking to beaching to relaxing on all the porches. We can’t think of a single thing we’d change, and Gina makes the stay seamless with her expert management. Thank you for once again hosting our family in our favorite spot!
We LOVED this property! It was perfect for our big family!! There were so many thoughtful amenities! This is the best place we’ve ever stayed in Holden and we’ve been coming here for many, many years!! We hope to come back and stay here one day!!
We had a wonderful time at this stunning beach front home. The home is beautifully decorated with all the amenities and outstanding views. Beach is terrific. If you are looking for downtime with very little to do, this is the place to be!
Leanne T.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2020
Thank you Leanne we enjoyed having you as our first rental families. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Daydream Believer is an awesome vacation home!
Our favorite features of the home are the very comfortable upper deck for viewing the ocean and beach, the nice pool and adjacent lounge area with both sun and shade areas,
the excellent kitchen and eating area which are very well stocked and arranged. Everything is perfect for vacationing!
Summer is the one time a year our entire family gets together. Everyone was so impressed with this property that we have already reserved for next year
This property has everything you'll need from an easily accessible pool, to the beach, to board games and pool toys, to a fully stocked kitchen. It made for a wonderful (and safe) vacation even through Covid.
Sapna W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2020
Thank you. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will visit our home next year.
This home is perfectly appointed. It has everything you need to relax and enjoy! The home is well decorated, maintained and spotless! Having the pool with direct beach access is the best of both worlds! I will definitely be back and hope to be a repeat vacationer as this was our first time to Holden Beach and we hit the jackpot with this property!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our home. You were great guest. You treated our home like it was your own and we do appreciate that a lot. We look forward to a return visit from you in the future.
This is the second year we’ve stayed here. It is an amazing house right on the beach with the perfect pool. Most days we went from beach to pool, to outdoor lunch, the kids had games there to play. Afternoon was a repeat. We had so much fun and laughs. The kitchen has everything you need to cook and could seat all 14 of us. To top it off our hostess left us some amazing oils and spices which we put to good use. The guys had just a short drive to really fun golf and we all enjoyed a couple restaurants. The week flew by
We had a group of 11 family members at the house for a week in July, and it was wonderful! This house is perfect for large groups. It’s meticulously clean home and has a wonderfully equipped kitchen. Plus, every bedroom has on en suite bathroom, which was super convenient for our group. The pool and decks were also huge a huge hit, and the house manager was super responsive and helpful.
Tess A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
Thank you for the great review. We hope to host you again soon
This was our third time staying at Daydream Believer and we couldn’t have been happier! We love staying at this property and always feel so welcome and at home. The house is so well stocked and every touch from the decor to the beach towels feels so thoughtful. The house is in a great location on the beach, close to restaurants/shops/the coffee house, and has everything we needed, whether that be a drying rack in the laundry room or the best olive oil! Thank you so much for hosting our family! We hope to see you again in the future.
Nine adults and three children with plenty of room for us all. Although there were several places that needed repair, we enjoyed the third floor great room/kitchen to the fullest. The porches were perfect for reading and watching the ocean. The pool was great since the beach is strewn with shells and hard to walk on. We had a wonderful time.
This is a beautiful property with everything you need. The kids couldn’t decide if the beach or pool was better Night time walks on the beach was a favorite and watching the fishermen and getting to touch the baby shark was a hit. Of course finding sharks teeth ranked right up there. The manager was great. She walked us thru everything and was available for the few questions that came up during our stay. We were all sad to leave
We went to Holden Beach with lots of friends and family for a 10-year anniversary trip. Let me tell you this house felt like another member of our family. From the moment we walked, in it felt luxurious and special. The location is amazing. The views are incredible. The meticulous details will blow you away. The homeowner has clearly gone out of their way to make this house accommodating and welcoming for all of its guest. Do not hesitate. Book this house. You will not regret it.
I do not know where to start! We had the perfect extended family week together and this gorgeous home was part of that reason. This home is perfection in every way. It has incredible views and porches with the best furniture to enjoy family time or read a book. It is very clean and easy to keep clean. The kitchen is the most well stocked I have ever seen in a VRBO or beach rental. Every room & bathroom is decorated in a beautiful way with comfortable and useable finishing touches. The bedrooms were quiet and all of the beds were comfortable. These owners have literally provided everything and more you didn't know you needed. Their house manager is kind & responsive. Holden Beach has been my happy place since I was 6 years old and this house is a true gem.
I would give this home ten stars if possible! This was our second year and look forward to making more memories there in the upcoming years. With 14 family members; 8 adults and 6 children, the home offers enough room for everyone to have private space for reading a book or areas for gathering. It is immaculately clean and well kept. The kitchen is equipped with EVERYTHING we needed for cooking all of our meals in. Dining was enjoyable on the large table and massive bar area for the kids. It truly feels like being on a resort with all of the wonderful amenities. Our grands are 4-11, with four being 8 yrs old. When parents were on the beach and a parent at the pool, it was safe for them to independently go back and forth from beach to pool. Additionally, with the home so close to the beach, they could walk on the beach in the evening while we watched from the upper deck. The owners gave amazing attention to the upscale décor used throughout the home while also keeping it very comfortable. The bedrooms are large with good mattresses on the beds! I have only touched the surface of describing this amazing home and feel very blessed to spend our family vacation there.
All in all, it was a great vacation and fantastic property. It was an amazing ocean front retreat, as advertised. The entire family was very comfortable. I have never seen a better stocked kitchen!
The reason for only 4 stars on the cleanliness was because the pool area was not completely cleaned before our arrival. We had to clean the grill and table by the grill, the outside table and chairs needed cleaning, and there was garbage left in the garbage can on the pool deck. We had to clean these areas. The house was fine.
Some downsides included a non-working hot tub and challenges with the elevator (waiting for parts so it was a bit unusual to enter the elevator).
As I said, it was a great vacation, and we will possibly stay there again.