Quintessential BHI escape. NEW! Updated Beach House - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2500 square feet

With room for family AND friends, this quintessential beach home is an ideal vacation home on Bald Head Island! With guest access available for an additional fee, this property features exclusive access to a community pool and golf course, as well as simple access to everything else the island offers. After exploring stores, landmarks, beaches, and more, getaway to your peaceful 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home to relax indoors or savor a drink on its many porches.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Outdoor Shower |

Tropical heaven awaits at this gorgeous Bald Head Island getaway, equipped with everything needed to unplug, relax, and recharge!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds w/ 2 Twin Trundles | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds w/ 2 Twin Trundles

INDOOR RELAXATION: Intelligent TV, bright interior decor, dining table

FRESH AIR AMENITIES: Bikes available, screened-in dining area, hammock

KITCHEN: Entirely equipped w/ cooking basics & spices, coffee maker, blender

GENERAL: Linens/towels, complimentary WiFi, complimentary toiletries, trash bags, paper towels, iron/board, washer/dryer, central heating & A/C

FAQ: No cars on the island (golf cart available on-site)

FEES: Pool guest membership (optional, details in pre-stay e-mail)

SUITABILITY: Steps required, no cars

PARKING: No cars allowed, garage (1 car), driveway (1 car)

-- THE LOCATION --

BALD HEAD HISTORY: Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum; self-guided audio tours & historic island tours available (0.9 miles), Sail Shop’s Ghost Walk - Riverside Adventure Co (0.9 miles), Capt Charlies Light Station Park (3.3 miles)

MARINAS: Bald Head Island Marina (0.9 miles), Deep Point Marina (7.2 miles), Indigo Plantation Marina (9.8 miles)

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Beach access (0.2)

TWO WHEEL RENTALS: Riverside Adventure Co bicycle units (0.9 miles), Coastal Urge bicycle units (1.0 mile)

AIRPORT: Wilmington International Airport (39.9 miles)

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking

- No events, events, or enormous gatherings

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional costs and taxes may apply

- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility

- NOTE: There are no cars on the island, there will be a golf cart available for renters’ use

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Bald Head Island rental property booking tips:

Get the most from your budget:

• June, July, and August are high season in Bald Head Island. To find the best value, try changing your family's Wilmington, NC trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• First, have your family choose a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Quintessential BHI escape. NEW! Updated Beach House has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking pages. If not, call the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC destination you are enamored with, search for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your .
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. Speak to the rental manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from 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.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to compel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.