Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

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

"Al Mare" on Bald Head Island
Highlights:
Sleeps 8 - Six in 2 Bedrooms and Two on sleeper couch (K/D/D/Sleeper Couch)
2 Full Baths
BHI Club*
Pet Friendly w/ entirely enclosed patio area
1 Six Passenger Golf Cart
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, Umbrella, Towels Included

2023 TOTAL RENOVATION. Amazing Ocean Vistas 2 Bedrooms, 2. Baths, (Sleeps 6 and 8 using a sleeper couch). At "Al Mare" you will appreciate the spectacular vistas of the ocean from this home which is steps from the beach. Sit on the couch or upper or lower open decks and watch the dolphins in the water The sunsets are beautiful!

Al Mare is ideal and comfortable for modest families or two couples, girl's weekend away or men's golf trips. This home has two suites; one with a king bed, en-suite bathroom with upsized shower; The second bedroom has two full beds and full bath. Cozy living room with a sleeper couch, dining room and kitchen all flow to an upper deck overlooking the ocean. Great porches - front and back give you marvelous outdoor living space.

The open floor plan in the Kitchen/Dining/Living accepts everybody to socialize in the completely outfitted kitchen with open access to the deck overlooking the ocean. Sunset vistas in the evening are spectacular. Al Mare is in the beautiful Flora's Bluff - a prime location on Bald Head Island. steps to a beach access for the cottages. Very close to everything - the BHI club, eateries, stores and the marina Head Island Club. The home is also well located with a sizable open area in front for the kids to play at the end of the cul-de-sac and a modest fenced yard for family pets and to savor a gathering around the BBQ.

A very short cart ride 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 by a ferry, which departs frequently out of Southport, NC. Southport is 40 mins. from the Wilmington, NC (ILM) airport. A tram ride to the villa is supplied with your ferry ticket. Reservations are required. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bicycle or by foot.

This home comes with a 6-seat golf cart, 2 adult beach bicycles, 4 new beach chairs, body boards and an abundance of beach toys, and an umbrella. Please bring your own helmets. Additional bicycles can also be rented at Riverside Adventure. Please note that while we guarantee the availability and condition of the golf carts, we cannot guarantee the condition of the bicycles.

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 modren 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.

We have a professional property manager who lives full time on the island to make your stay as fun as possible. They will be able to help with any concerns once you arrive.

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. The island is blessed with 14 miles of pristine beaches, thousands of acres of protected salt marshes, and a spectacular expanse of maritime forest.

*Club memberships are optional and subject to availability. The costs are separate and not included with the rental of the home.
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and its guests.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in South Beach, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Our top Bald Head Island rental property booking tips:

When to go & When to book:

• Summertime is high season in Bald Head Island. Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is a good way to save on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which often include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• Visiting for a single event or attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the property manager's information to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To ensure that damages aren't linked to your stay, make note of any problem areas during arrival. Call the host right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, stereo or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of concerns.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent time? Many rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.