1 May 2023
You’ll love taking advantage of the kitchen in your vacation rental to prepare meals from amazing local seafood markets and produce stands. Amazing seafood experience, coming right up!
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Looking for the best restaurants, shopping, and activities in Holden Beach? Word-of-mouth recommendations always work best. We're happy to share the best ways to truly experience our community — whether it's irresistible ice cream, marvelous live music, or fantastic fishing.
Explore our blogs for the best local recommendations in Holden Beach!
24 Apr 2023
While we always hope our guests can enjoy bright, sunny skies during their Holden Beach vacation, unfortunately sometimes you end up with a rainy or cloudy day. We thought we would share some of our favorite rainy day activities in and around the area.
23 Apr 2023
North Carolina is known for its beautiful lighthouses speckled along the coast. Perhaps the next time you come to stay with us in Holden Beach will be the perfect time to plan a fun lighthouse day trip! We’re proud to say that two of...
12 Jan 2023
As a family-owned business for 46 years on Holden Beach, we've had the joy of not only hosting many thousands of guests on the island, but also of building sweet friendships with generations of returning families. Many enjoy the tradition of staying at the...
3 Jan 2023
Enjoying some quiet time by the ocean is one of our favorite ways to unwind here in Holden Beach, and we know it’s also a favorite of many visitors. There’s just something about the rhythmic sound of the waves and the feel of the salt air on your skin. Here's how you can take that relaxed beach feeling a step further as you enjoy some yoga during your beach vacation.
7 Dec 2022
Some of the best beachcombing can be done in the winter. Holden Beach is quieter, the ocean is still beautiful, and fewer visitors are competing for the best shells along the shore.
11 Nov 2022
Like many other saltwater species, trout can be found year-round in Holden Beach, though they are especially prevalent in early fall to later winter. Follow along with Hobbs Realty guest Marshall Geho, who coordinates his annual beach visit with the arrival of trout.
16 Sep 2022
Continue to worship while enjoying your Holden Beach vacation with Hobbs Realty's reference guide for local churches.
30 Aug 2022
We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite breakfast spots in and around Holden Beach so you can get each day of your vacation started on the right foot – before you put your toes into the sand and water!
23 Feb 2022
Planning a memorable vacation always involves planning good food! Though you can often find fish tacos on the menu at seafood restaurants, sometimes you just want an authentic dinner at one of your favorite Holden Beach Mexican restaurants.
We have one great option right here on the Holden Beach Causeway, and two other delicious options nearby in Shallotte. Check them out!