Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Privately located in the woods, Bait's Motel is a cavernous property with plenty of room to spread out. Updated in 2024 and in 2025, the home has a variety of comfortable spaces for gathering, calming, and playing.

**Notice of Potential Property Showings: Please be advised that the property is on the market for sale. As such, there may be occasions during your stay when real estate agents may request to show the property to prospective buyers. We will make every effort to provide you as much notice prior to any scheduled showings and minimize any inconvenience to you.

The open-concept floor plan creates a sense of airiness and flow throughout the property. The step-down living room has is a welcoming space, with a Intelligent TV and decorative fireplace, adorned with enormous windows adjacent to the open aired porch. A full-sized air hockey game sits next to the living room for indoor fun and has a dry bar for convenience.

The completely equipped kitchen has been thoughtfully supplied to cater to your culinary needs. It features stainless appliances, ample counter space, and window seating. For al fresco dining, a screened porch sits just outside the kitchen area. In addition, there is a more formal dining table with plenty of seating.

Bait's Motel offers four well-appointed bedrooms upstairs, each providing a peaceful sanctuary for restful nights. The sizable primary bedroom has a king bed and an ensuite bathroom. The three other bedrooms offer a room with queen bed, a room with two twin beds and in 2024, a bunk room featuring four beds was added, All bedrooms have Intelligent TVs. Two full baths are in the upstairs hallway.

Downstairs is a media room with another TV. The home has tons of games for family fun.

A porch swing is on the exterior next to the Weber propane grille. In addition, a full-size stand-alone freezer is inside, and an additional refrigerator is in the garage.

The home comes with three golf carts: a 6-seater, a 4-seater and 4-seater convertible.

Despite its seclusion, the property is conveniently located near South Beach, BHI Club and the market/stores.

Guests may apply for “home” membership (dining and pools, no golf or other sports) at The Bald Head Island Club.

About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider 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

Booking the best Bald Head Island vacation property experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Summer is high season in Bald Head Island. To book the most suitable rental home within budget, we highly recommend booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides contain money saving offers on local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Make a plan and pick your prefect Wilmington, NC rental:

• Start by selecting your trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you book your home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• During arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. 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.
• Did your group have a fantastic stay? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.