High on a dune, great ocean views, spacious home, BHI - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Sea Star is a amazing South Beach bungalow, which would be an ideal spot for your next family vacation. Sea Star offers all the modern amenities you'll need while visiting on the island including new flat screen SMART T.V.s. This home interior blends with outdoor vistas of the sky and sea. Perched on a bluff in Killegray Ridge, this home is located high enough to catch cooling ocean breezes and provide great vistas of the dunes of Killegray and Flora's Bluff. The spectacular Atlantic Ocean provides a calming backdrop for long porch visits. The beach is effortlessly accessible by a private neighborhood boardwalk located across the street and is a mere two min. walk away from the bungalow. The first floor has a entirely equipped kitchen adjoining a sizable living and dining room that will conveniently accommodate the entire family. The living area extends out to a huge covered front porch, which is great for observation, conversation, and relaxation. The picnic table located on the additional back deck offers a great place for families to dine. Next to the kitchen is a bedroom suite with a queen bed and one set of bunk beds, a full bath and front porch. The master bedroom is located upstairs and offers a king, full bath, and a porch featuring sweeping vistas of the ocean, including even some glimpses of legendary Frying Pan Shoals. Down the hall from the master suite is another bedroom that includes a queen, a set of bunk beds, and a full bath. A Crofter Cottage is located across the back deck of the main home, next to the outdoor shower and picnic table. The Crofter Cottage offers a king bed, full bath, coffee maker and wine/drink cooler. New in 2021 bags racks, portable in-home doggie gate, portable in-home desk, picnic bench, gas grille arriving in March, constructed in beverage refrigerator and more. Sea Star is an superb choice for single or multiple families. Sleeps 12 (max.). 4 bedrooms (1K-1K-1Q,1BB-1Q,BB). 4 full baths. 1 1 half bath. (1) 4 passenger cart. (1) 6 passenger cart. Pet Friendly. Saturday/Saturday. 5:30 p.m. arrival/10:30 a.m. departure.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Flora's Bluff, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. Caswell Beach and Carolina Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. 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 (service animals welcome)

Tips and Tricks to get the very best rental home experience:

When to book a Wilmington, NC rental home & When to go:

• The earlier you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• To get the best value, change your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a discount.
• Property management companies typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides which include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning and choosing the bestrental:

• Start by having your group select a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. High on a dune, great ocean views, spacious home, BHI has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available online. If not, email the property manager before booking your rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or might be applied to your contract.
• Is your group looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Advice for a great stay:

• Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars spoil your family vacation.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful home. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic time? Many rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.