Classic Coastal Carolina Beach House 4 BR 3 Baths Walk to Beach Pet Friendly - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

"Thatcher's Landing" on Bald Head Island
Highlights:
Sleeps 8 in 4 Bedrooms (Q/Q/Q/TT)
3 Baths
BHI Club*
Pet Friendly (1 Dog Max - 50 lbs. or less - exceptions considered)
2 Four Seat Golf Carts
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, umbrella, beach towels are supplied.
Kid Friendly - A pack n play & highchair are supplied.

Thatcher's Landing is the ideal spot to relax and listen to the sounds of the ocean rolling into Bald Head’s iconic and charming South Beach. This classic Carolina beach home enjoys the best of the Maritime Forest, but is within a short walk to having your toes in the sand. It is the ideal place to appreciate the tranquility and serenity of the live oaks after a day at the beach, pools or on the golf course. In the morning, your coffee will be accompanied by a chorus of the island bird residents as they delight in the cool Atlantic breeze coming across the island.

This home has two suites on the main floor each with private full baths. The second floor features two XL bedrooms and a full bath. The open floor plan in the Kitchen/Dining/Living accepts everybody to socialize in the completely outfitted kitchen, comfortable living room, dining room for 8, sitting room with a sleeper couch, all with open access to the screen wrap-around porch. A prime location on Bald Head Island, 10 Palm is just off of South Bald Head Wynd and Muscadine Wynd. Close access to the beach, market, coffee and ice cream stores, and dining venues. The home is also well located at the end of the cul-de-sac to savor a gathering around the BBQ with a huge open area in front, ideal for the kids to play.

A very short cart ride in the newer 4 seat carts gets you to the new BHI Club Aquatic Center which features 4 new tennis courts, a playground, short-grass recreational area, workout facility, multiple swimming pools and water slide, croquet course, casual and fine dining and, of course, the George Cobb designed, award winning 18-hole golf course.

Bald Head Island is only accessible by boat or a ferry, which departs frequently out of Southport, NC. Southport is 40 mins. from the Wilmington, NC (ILM) airport. Include a tram ride to the home with your ferry ticket, which can be purchased online at or on the Bald Head Island Ferry app.

The kitchen is entirely equipped for the gourmet prepare in your group to make great memories with delicious meals.

We have a professional property management team who live full time on the island to make your stay as delightful as possible.

Climb to the top of “Old Baldy,” which is the oldest lighthouse on the East coast. It was constructed in 1817 and originally commissioned by Thomas Jefferson. Hike and wind your way around live oaks hundreds of years old and through the nature paths that Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers used in the ancient Maritime Forest. An fresh grocery market, spa, and shopping area is a short golf cart ride away. Discover the Bald Head Island Conservancy at the end of South Beach, where you can learn about the island’s wildlife. Sign up for classes, including the trendy evening “turtle walks” to search for and observe nesting Loggerhead Turtles and if your timing is right, even watch their hatchlings heading to the ocean for the first time!

Bald Head Island is on one of North Carolina's southernmost cape islands - Cape Fear. With no cars and no hordes, Bald Head Island preserves the natural beauty and anxiety-complimentary lifestyle of a simpler time. It's 14 miles of pristine beaches make it the ideal vacation spot.

*Club memberships are optional and subject to availability. The costs are separate and not included with the rental of the home.
*Homes with fireplaces are likely deactivated for the safety of the home and its guests.
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and its guests.
*We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bicycles that may come with the home.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

How to book the best Bald Head Island vacation home experience:

Getting the best rental value:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Summer is the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the most suitable rental for your budget, we recommend booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Wilmington, NC attractions and restaurants.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting the best vacation home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Start by selecting your trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Classic Coastal Carolina Beach House 4 BR 3 Baths Walk to Beach Pet Friendly has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before reserving your home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what is right for your vacation group.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly rental. Get information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• At Check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an excellent resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a wonderful time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.