House in Holden Beach, NC
16 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
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About this house rental
BIG KAHUNA | CANALFRONT • PRIVATE POOL • PANORAMIC ISLAND VIEWS • SLEEPS 16
⚠️ BOAT USE NOTICE
The boat lift is NOT available for guest use. The dock is NOT available for boat use. Please do not bring a boat to the property with the expectation of docking, mooring, or using the boat lift during your stay.
Welcome to Big Kahuna, a peaceful canalfront Holden Beach retreat with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, and room for up to 16 guests. Located farther down the island in a quieter area, this home combines a private pool, poolside tiki bar, multiple outdoor spaces, an elevator, and an incredible crow's nest—all within an easy walk of the beach.
Professionally managed by your local team at Pier 42 Vacations.
✨ HIGHLIGHTS
🌊 Canalfront setting with beautiful water views
🌅 Crow's nest with stunning panoramic views across Holden Beach
🏖️ Approximately 0.3 mile / 5-minute walk to the beach
🏊 Private fenced, mostly shaded pool
🔥 Optional pool heating
🍹 Poolside tiki bar with TV, sink & bar seating
🛏️ 4 bedrooms • 3 full bathrooms • 2 half bathrooms
👥 Sleeps up to 16 guests
🛋️ 2 queen sleeper sofas
🛗 Passenger elevator serving ground, mid & top levels
🍽️ Fully equipped kitchen
🧊 2 refrigerators
☕ Drip + Keurig coffee makers
🍸 Top-level wet bar with sink & specialty glassware
📺 Smart TVs
📚 Books in the living spaces
📶 WiFi
🪑 Canal-facing decks with outdoor seating & dining
🎣 Fishing permitted from the dock — NO boat use
🏖️ At least 6 beach chairs provided
👶 Pack 'n Play + high chair provided
🚿 Outdoor shower
🔥 Gas grill
🚗 Parking for up to 5 vehicles
🌅 CROW'S NEST + OUTDOOR LIVING
The crow's nest is one of Big Kahuna's standout features. Accessible from the top-level canal-side deck, this elevated retreat offers stunning panoramic views across Holden Beach, with the canal below and the island stretching out around you. Seating for approximately four makes it a wonderful spot to enjoy the breeze and take in the view.
The canal can also be enjoyed from both rear decks. The mid-level deck off the den features comfortable outdoor seating, while the top-level deck off the main living space offers an outdoor dining area. Front decks provide additional outdoor space overlooking the street.
🏊 PRIVATE POOL + TIKI BAR
The ground level is made for vacation days spent outside. The private fenced pool is mostly shaded and surrounded by sun loungers and additional seating, giving everyone room to swim, relax, or hang out away from the midday sun.
Right beside the pool, the tiki bar includes a TV, sink, bar stools, and chairs. With the gas grill nearby, this area is an easy gathering place for grilling, swimming, watching TV, and spending time together.
An additional refrigerator in the garage provides convenient cold storage near the pool area, and an outdoor shower makes rinsing off after the beach easy.
Optional pool heating is available for a minimum of 3 nights and is offered by request outside the period from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Pool heat should be requested at least 2 weeks prior to check-in. Please contact the host/property manager prior to booking for additional information.
🎣 CANALFRONT SETTING
Big Kahuna's canalfront location brings a peaceful waterside feel to your Holden Beach stay. Guests may fish from the dock; however, the dock is NOT available for boat use and the boat lift is NOT available for guest use.
Boats may not be docked, moored, tied up, stored, or placed on the boat lift at the property.
🏖️ BEACH ACCESS
The beach is approximately 0.3 mile away, or about a 5-minute walk from the home. Big Kahuna sits farther down the island, where the nearby stretch of beach tends to feel a little quieter and removed from some of Holden Beach's busier areas.
At least 6 beach chairs are provided for guest use. A Pack 'n Play and high chair are also provided for families traveling with little ones.
🍽️ KITCHEN + TOP-LEVEL LIVING
The top floor brings together the fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and main living space. The kitchen includes a generously sized refrigerator, dishwasher, and both drip and Keurig coffee makers.
A wet bar in the dining area includes a sink and specialty glassware. The main living space offers a Smart TV, books, and a queen sleeper sofa, with direct access to the canal-facing outdoor dining deck and the stairs leading to the crow's nest.
🛋️ MID-LEVEL DEN
The mid-level den gives the group a second comfortable indoor gathering space with a Smart TV, books, and a queen sleeper sofa. Step directly outside to the furnished canal-facing deck when you're ready to enjoy the view.
🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
MID LEVEL
Bedroom 1 — King Bedroom
King bed • Jack-and-Jill full bathroom shared with Bedroom 2 • Tub/shower combination
Bedroom 2 — Bunk Room
2 twin-over-twin bunk beds (4 twin beds) • Jack-and-Jill full bathroom shared with Bedroom 1 • Tub/shower combination
Bedroom 3 — Double Queen En-Suite Bedroom
2 queen beds • Private full bathroom with double vanity, toilet & walk-in shower
Mid-Level Den
Queen sleeper sofa
A half bathroom is located in the mid-level hallway.
TOP LEVEL
Bedroom 4 — Primary King En-Suite Bedroom
King bed • Private full bathroom with double vanities, toilet & walk-in shower
Top-Level Main Living Space
Queen sleeper sofa
A second half bathroom is located in the top-level hallway.
🛗 ELEVATOR
A passenger elevator provides convenient access between the ground, mid, and top levels of the home. Guests must follow all provided elevator operating and safety instructions.
🔥 GAS GRILL
A gas grill is provided for guest use. Propane is not supplied. Guests may bring their own propane tank or, after booking, arrange propane delivery through available guest services.
🚗 PARKING
Parking is limited to a maximum of 5 vehicles.
🐾 PET POLICY
Pets are not permitted unless otherwise authorized at this property. Failure to acquire proper authorization will incur additional fees.
This policy should not be interpreted as a guarantee that animals have never been present at the property.
Trained service animals are permitted as required by applicable law. Emotional support animals are not considered service animals and are not permitted unless otherwise required by applicable law or the applicable booking platform's policy.
🔞 AGE REQUIREMENT
Guests under 25 must receive pre-approval.
🚭 SMOKE & DRUG-FREE ENVIRONMENT
All Pier 42 properties are smoke-free and drug-free. Smoking, vaping, and recreational drug use are not permitted.
CANCELLATION POLICY
You may cancel any reservation and receive a full refund of all amounts paid excluding the "admin fee" (if applicable) if you notify Pier 42 Realty & Vacations in writing (by email or letter) of your intention to cancel the reservation at least sixty (60) days prior to the check-in date. In the event that you cancel your reservation within sixty (60) days of your check-in date, for any or no reason, (including the failure to pay the final payment due 60 days before the stay), including inclement weather, you shall not be eligible for a refund of any payments made to Pier 42 Realty & Vacation Rentals. Admin fees are non-refundable.
Trip insurance options are available and may provide additional protection for qualifying circumstances. Please contact the host/property manager for more information about available trip insurance options.
⚠️ BOAT USE NOTICE
The boat lift is NOT available for guest use. The dock is NOT available for boat use. Please do not bring a boat to the property with the expectation of docking, mooring, or using the boat lift during your stay.
Welcome to Big Kahuna, a peaceful canalfront Holden Beach retreat with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, and room for up to 16 guests. Located farther down the island in a quieter area, this home combines a private pool, poolside tiki bar, multiple outdoor spaces, an elevator, and an incredible crow's nest—all within an easy walk of the beach.
Professionally managed by your local team at Pier 42 Vacations.
✨ HIGHLIGHTS
🌊 Canalfront setting with beautiful water views
🌅 Crow's nest with stunning panoramic views across Holden Beach
🏖️ Approximately 0.3 mile / 5-minute walk to the beach
🏊 Private fenced, mostly shaded pool
🔥 Optional pool heating
🍹 Poolside tiki bar with TV, sink & bar seating
🛏️ 4 bedrooms • 3 full bathrooms • 2 half bathrooms
👥 Sleeps up to 16 guests
🛋️ 2 queen sleeper sofas
🛗 Passenger elevator serving ground, mid & top levels
🍽️ Fully equipped kitchen
🧊 2 refrigerators
☕ Drip + Keurig coffee makers
🍸 Top-level wet bar with sink & specialty glassware
📺 Smart TVs
📚 Books in the living spaces
📶 WiFi
🪑 Canal-facing decks with outdoor seating & dining
🎣 Fishing permitted from the dock — NO boat use
🏖️ At least 6 beach chairs provided
👶 Pack 'n Play + high chair provided
🚿 Outdoor shower
🔥 Gas grill
🚗 Parking for up to 5 vehicles
🌅 CROW'S NEST + OUTDOOR LIVING
The crow's nest is one of Big Kahuna's standout features. Accessible from the top-level canal-side deck, this elevated retreat offers stunning panoramic views across Holden Beach, with the canal below and the island stretching out around you. Seating for approximately four makes it a wonderful spot to enjoy the breeze and take in the view.
The canal can also be enjoyed from both rear decks. The mid-level deck off the den features comfortable outdoor seating, while the top-level deck off the main living space offers an outdoor dining area. Front decks provide additional outdoor space overlooking the street.
🏊 PRIVATE POOL + TIKI BAR
The ground level is made for vacation days spent outside. The private fenced pool is mostly shaded and surrounded by sun loungers and additional seating, giving everyone room to swim, relax, or hang out away from the midday sun.
Right beside the pool, the tiki bar includes a TV, sink, bar stools, and chairs. With the gas grill nearby, this area is an easy gathering place for grilling, swimming, watching TV, and spending time together.
An additional refrigerator in the garage provides convenient cold storage near the pool area, and an outdoor shower makes rinsing off after the beach easy.
Optional pool heating is available for a minimum of 3 nights and is offered by request outside the period from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Pool heat should be requested at least 2 weeks prior to check-in. Please contact the host/property manager prior to booking for additional information.
🎣 CANALFRONT SETTING
Big Kahuna's canalfront location brings a peaceful waterside feel to your Holden Beach stay. Guests may fish from the dock; however, the dock is NOT available for boat use and the boat lift is NOT available for guest use.
Boats may not be docked, moored, tied up, stored, or placed on the boat lift at the property.
🏖️ BEACH ACCESS
The beach is approximately 0.3 mile away, or about a 5-minute walk from the home. Big Kahuna sits farther down the island, where the nearby stretch of beach tends to feel a little quieter and removed from some of Holden Beach's busier areas.
At least 6 beach chairs are provided for guest use. A Pack 'n Play and high chair are also provided for families traveling with little ones.
🍽️ KITCHEN + TOP-LEVEL LIVING
The top floor brings together the fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and main living space. The kitchen includes a generously sized refrigerator, dishwasher, and both drip and Keurig coffee makers.
A wet bar in the dining area includes a sink and specialty glassware. The main living space offers a Smart TV, books, and a queen sleeper sofa, with direct access to the canal-facing outdoor dining deck and the stairs leading to the crow's nest.
🛋️ MID-LEVEL DEN
The mid-level den gives the group a second comfortable indoor gathering space with a Smart TV, books, and a queen sleeper sofa. Step directly outside to the furnished canal-facing deck when you're ready to enjoy the view.
🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
MID LEVEL
Bedroom 1 — King Bedroom
King bed • Jack-and-Jill full bathroom shared with Bedroom 2 • Tub/shower combination
Bedroom 2 — Bunk Room
2 twin-over-twin bunk beds (4 twin beds) • Jack-and-Jill full bathroom shared with Bedroom 1 • Tub/shower combination
Bedroom 3 — Double Queen En-Suite Bedroom
2 queen beds • Private full bathroom with double vanity, toilet & walk-in shower
Mid-Level Den
Queen sleeper sofa
A half bathroom is located in the mid-level hallway.
TOP LEVEL
Bedroom 4 — Primary King En-Suite Bedroom
King bed • Private full bathroom with double vanities, toilet & walk-in shower
Top-Level Main Living Space
Queen sleeper sofa
A second half bathroom is located in the top-level hallway.
🛗 ELEVATOR
A passenger elevator provides convenient access between the ground, mid, and top levels of the home. Guests must follow all provided elevator operating and safety instructions.
🔥 GAS GRILL
A gas grill is provided for guest use. Propane is not supplied. Guests may bring their own propane tank or, after booking, arrange propane delivery through available guest services.
🚗 PARKING
Parking is limited to a maximum of 5 vehicles.
🐾 PET POLICY
Pets are not permitted unless otherwise authorized at this property. Failure to acquire proper authorization will incur additional fees.
This policy should not be interpreted as a guarantee that animals have never been present at the property.
Trained service animals are permitted as required by applicable law. Emotional support animals are not considered service animals and are not permitted unless otherwise required by applicable law or the applicable booking platform's policy.
🔞 AGE REQUIREMENT
Guests under 25 must receive pre-approval.
🚭 SMOKE & DRUG-FREE ENVIRONMENT
All Pier 42 properties are smoke-free and drug-free. Smoking, vaping, and recreational drug use are not permitted.
CANCELLATION POLICY
You may cancel any reservation and receive a full refund of all amounts paid excluding the "admin fee" (if applicable) if you notify Pier 42 Realty & Vacations in writing (by email or letter) of your intention to cancel the reservation at least sixty (60) days prior to the check-in date. In the event that you cancel your reservation within sixty (60) days of your check-in date, for any or no reason, (including the failure to pay the final payment due 60 days before the stay), including inclement weather, you shall not be eligible for a refund of any payments made to Pier 42 Realty & Vacation Rentals. Admin fees are non-refundable.
Trip insurance options are available and may provide additional protection for qualifying circumstances. Please contact the host/property manager for more information about available trip insurance options.
Amenities at Big Kahuna | Canalfront Pool + Panoramic Views
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Holden Beach, NC
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
The house looks better than the pictures. The kitchen was very well stocked. We had 5 adults and 5 children in the house and had plenty of room. We were within walking distance to the beach. We watched the sunrise from the back and the sunset from the front of the house. Had a small issue with the door lock. Jamie from Pier 41 was very helpful in resolving this issue. We loved everything about the house!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
Great stay at a lovely home. Everything was perfect!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Had a fantastic week. House was great. My special needs daughter was able to access all the levels, pool and the dock. We spent a lot of time on our boat. The shower could have been a bit more accessible for her but we made it work. The red water hose blew a fitting but that was the only issue and it was not a big deal. Loved it. Hard to leave this morning.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
The house is in a great location. Easy access to the beach. (Short walk). The house itself is stunning and very well appointed. Jamie with the host group, Pier 42, handled every need we had. From booking a golf cart, booking a canopy for the beach to making sure we had every convenience we needed during our stay. Jamie helped make our stay the most welcoming and enjoyable that it could be. We could not thank Jamie and the pier 42 team enough. Our trip was very relaxing and worry free which is just what we needed.
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10Outstanding
(6 Ratings)
"The house looks better than the pictures. The kitchen was very well stocked. We had 5 adults and 5 children in the house and had plenty of room. We were within walking distance to the beach. We watch..."
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