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Holden Beach Homes for Sale with Boat Slips

Browse Holden Beach homes for sale with boat slips, including deep-water canal homes, Intracoastal Waterway properties, waterfront cottages, and coastal retreats with private docks, floating piers, and high-capacity boat lifts. Holden Beach offers exceptional boating access to the ICW, Lockwood Folly Inlet, Shallotte Inlet, and the Atlantic Ocean, making it one of Brunswick County’s most desirable waterfront destinations.

About Holden Beach Boat Slip Properties

Boat slip homes in Holden Beach range from classic canal-front beach cottages to updated waterfront homes with private docks, floating docks, fish-cleaning stations, seawalls, and direct Intracoastal Waterway access. Buyers can find homes with 10,000-pound to 23,000-pound boat lifts, expansive screened porches, outdoor entertaining areas, waterfront decks, storage rooms, outdoor showers, and panoramic canal or marsh views.

Many Holden Beach waterfront homes are designed around coastal living with open floorplans, updated kitchens, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, elevators, workshop spaces, fenced backyards, and golf cart-friendly beach access. Several homes also offer strong second-home and vacation rental appeal thanks to their boating access and close proximity to restaurants, parks, marinas, and public beach access points.

Holden Beach boat slip homes are especially popular with buyers looking for boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and easy ocean access while still enjoying a laid-back coastal lifestyle near local shops, waterfront dining, and Brunswick County attractions.

Why Buyers Search for Holden Beach Boat Slip Homes

  • Direct boating access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean
  • Deep-water canals with private docks and floating piers
  • 10,000-pound to 23,000-pound boat lifts available
  • Popular for boating, fishing, kayaking, and waterfront recreation
  • Strong second-home and vacation rental appeal
  • Close proximity to beaches, restaurants, parks, and local attractions

Common Holden Beach Boat Slip Features

  • Private docks and floating piers
  • Fish-cleaning stations and shore power hookups
  • Deep-water canal access
  • Boat lifts with remote-control systems
  • Screened porches and waterfront decks
  • Outdoor showers and fenced backyards
  • Golf cart-friendly beach access
  • Marsh, canal, and Intracoastal Waterway views

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Holden Beach Boat Slip FAQ

What types of Holden Beach homes offer boat slips?

Holden Beach offers canal-front cottages, waterfront homes, Intracoastal Waterway properties, and deep-water canal homes with private docks, floating piers, and boat lifts.

Are deep-water canals common in Holden Beach?

Yes. Many Holden Beach waterfront homes are located on deep-water canals with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and nearby ocean inlets.

Do Holden Beach boat slip homes include boat lifts?

Many properties feature private boat lifts ranging from approximately 10,000-pound lifts to 23,000-pound lifts designed for larger boats and easy waterfront access.

Are Holden Beach waterfront homes good for vacation rentals?

Yes. Many canal-front homes and waterfront cottages offer strong vacation rental potential because of their boating access, beach proximity, and coastal lifestyle appeal.

What boating access is available from Holden Beach?

Boat slip homes in Holden Beach provide convenient access to the Intracoastal Waterway, Lockwood Folly Inlet, Shallotte Inlet, offshore fishing areas, and Atlantic Ocean boating routes.

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$1,249,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100571716 MLS
Coastal luxury meets panoramic water views in this exquisite custom residence, ideally positioned on a beautiful corner lot in the sought-after Pointe West community on Holden Beach Island. Enjoy sweeping views of both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean, with a private community beach access at the end of the street and a dedicated dock on the ICW. Renatl projections are available Designed with a reverse floor plan to maximize the scenery, this meticulously maintained 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers elevated living with thoughtful architectural detail throughout. Each level features spacious decks, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living and multiple vantage points to take in both sunrise and sunset views. The upper level is the heart of the home, showcasing an expansive living and dining area filled with natural light and framed by breathtaking water views. Enjoy watching boats pass along the ICW from the living room deck, while the kitchen deck captures stunning ocean views--even from the kitchen sink. The well-appointed kitchen features custom cabinetry, generous countertop seating, and a dining area designed to accommodate large gatherings. The lower level welcomes you with an inviting front porch and grand staircase entry. Inside, a flexible office or den sits just off the foyer, while a private guest suite with full bath is positioned opposite. Down the hall, two additional bedrooms include one with a private deck, along with a shared hall bath. The top floor also features a second primary suite, offering privacy and comfort for owners or guests, along with a convenient powder room off the main living area. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with lush, professionally landscaped grounds, an irrigation system, a spacious front yard, patio, bocce ball court, and private fenced in yard. Additional highlights include an outdoor shower and abundant storage throughout--both interior and exterior--including multiple ground-level storage areas and two large closets designed with future elevator installation in mind. Never rented and impeccably cared for, this home presents an exceptional opportunity as a primary residence, second home, or high-performing investment property. Located in a private, low POA community offering both beach and boating access, this is a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Holden Beach Island living.

1046 Tide Ridge Dr, Holden Beach
$1,675,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 100554981 MLS
If pictures are worth a thousand words, the story these photos tell is so much more than a beautiful house at the beach. This is coastal living at its true essence. From the marsh in the backyard—home to a variety of wildlife—to the distant Intracoastal Waterway where vacationers and residents enjoy a day of boating, to the stunning ocean views out front with magnificent sunsets, this home offers a way of life you've never experienced and may never want to leave. The coastal community of Pointe West embraces it all, featuring a private day dock and exclusive beach access—putting coastal living right at your fingertips. With magnificent views and refreshing summer breezes from both the front and back of the home, unwind at the end of your day by the refreshing pool. Before taking a dip, rinse the sand away in one of the two outdoor showers, complete with new plumbing. The pool features a new gas heater for cooler evenings, new plumbing and filter, and is surrounded by new Trex decking at both the pool and front of the home. This home offers five bedrooms and five and a half baths—perfect for hosting family and friends or generating rental income. While ideal as an investment property, the sellers have used this home as their primary residence, lovingly enjoying all it has to offer. Enjoy the convenience of bringing in groceries or beach bags via the elevator, complete with new technology and wiring, including a new main board. End your evening snuggled up with a good book in front of one of the fireplaces—located in both the living room and primary bedroom. This home truly has it all and so much more. A full list of upgrades and improvements can be found in the documents.

1055 Tide Ridge Dr, Holden Beach
$335,000
100552509 MLS
Beautiful homesite at Pointe West Community. This home site offers maximum views of the ocean and the ICW and marsh. Quickly access the beach by way of the private gated Pointe West beach access. Quiet nature path leads to day docks on the ICW. This community is subject to covenants and restrictions, including architectural review and builder restrictions.

1056 Tide Ridge Dr, Holden Beach
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