BHI Coastal Cottage - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

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

Sand Dollar Cottage is an open floor plan home with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths on the handsome Bald Head Island. Walking distance to South Beach and short cart ride to the market and marina. The home was freshly professionally redesigned and remodeled with a coastal interior. The charmingly modernized kitchen has all new appliances, cabinets, and countertops. The roomy family & dining area is open to the Carolina room for additional living space. Savor the sound of the ocean from the enormous deck with exceptional seating areas, dining table & grille.

The bungalow has two primary bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and two additional bedrooms.
Bedroom 1: King
Bedroom 2: King
Bedroom 3: 2 Twins
Bedroom 4: Queen

The village of Bald Head Island is a golf cart only community. The bungalow includes 2 golf carts (4 persons each). While the island has a limited number of businesses, there are multiple eateries, stores, and a market for groceries.

BHI Club Access - Contact BHI Club directly for Guest Membership Availability & pricing. During high season, the club offers a limited number of guest memberships.

Note: if registering for a guest membership, select Property Manager as ‘Vacation Rental By Owner/Other’, Name & Address - Sand Dollar Cottage - 314 Stede Bonnet Wynd


No events on property.

Spectrum Cable & Wireless Internet Ultra 400mpbs. Family Room & all bedrooms have Intelligent TVs.

Linens, bath and beach towels are included. The bungalow is supplied with beach toys, body boards, beach chairs, and family & kids’s games.

There are 4 bicycles on the property. We do not guarantee the condition of bicycles at the time of rental. There is a place on the island to rent bicycles if needed.

See the following website for information on the ferry, bags guidelines & restrictions, and tram reservations: https://www.baldheadisland.com/island/ferry

*We recommend making tram reservations early as they fill up quickly. Your rental address is 314 Stede Bonnet Wynd.

Units are Friday to Friday
Check in 4 pm
Check out 10 am

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is by the sea. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Wilmington, NC vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• To get the best value, shift your family's Wilmington, NC vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides contain deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Finding the perfect vacation home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Select your vacation week and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. BHI Coastal Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available online. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you reserve your rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a single event? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• If your group is traveling with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly property. Get specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Upon check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to compel more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.