Sea Horse Cottage 2.5 Bedroom BHI Creek Front - Marsh front Expansive vi - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1 square feet

Welcome to the Sea Horse Cottage!

Step back in time to this quintessential creek-side bungalow. This bungalow was refreshed with new bathrooms, showers,kitchen, floors, beaded board, upgraded cabinets, and decorated with Bald Head Island in mind. If you appreciate Harbour Village and the close walking proximity to stores, MOJO's Restaurant, Delphina's Cantina, the beach and ferry, you will appreciate the location of the Sea Horse Cottage. The vistas are beautiful from the broad waterfront porches. Appreciate the screened in porch on the 1st floor or sunbathe and relax overlooking the water vistas on the 2nd floor. Your kids will adore the bunk room that sleeps 2 in the loft. It has the best vistas in the home from the top bunk, including Old Baldy Lighthouse. Savor reading your book or watching an evening thunderstorm from the wrap around 360 degree windows and vistas. Creek and Marsh front location!

This is a naturalist heaven, savor birding, including a variety of wildlife, dolphins in the creek and great water vistas from the 2nd floor deck. Enjoy fast access to paddle boarding and kayaks on the creek just a short walk from the home.

This is technically 2.5 bedrooms, the upstairs loft, while ideal for older kids is not a true full bedroom.

A BHI Club Membership is available but not supplied.

3 Day Stay stays off season are available, please inquire for details and prices.

Taxes are not supplied, and are an additional 12.75%

The Master Bedroom is located conveniently on the 1st floor and offers a king size bed and screened porch accessed through French doors. The Master bath features a full tiled double shower with multiple shower heads, granite counters and ample storage space. The Master Bedroom also features a flat screen TV.

The guest room on the 1st floor offers a queen size bed, water vistas and private bath along with access to a screened porch. Your kids or guests will appreciate watching their favorite movies on the flat screen TV.

The loft features 2 constructed in twin bunk beds.

This home is NOT PET FRIENDLY.

This home will satisfy the most discriminating vacationer and is sure to make your Bald Head Island vacation one to come back to year after year. The new owners have made many updates including high speed wireless, bicycles, beach chairs and rocking chairs.

We do not maintain or advertise bicycles at the home, you may rent bicycles at Riverside Adventure or Coastal Urge on the Island.

This property is a non smoking property, including the exterior porches and surrounding areas.

About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the very best rental experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• Book your Wilmington, NC vacation home in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter 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 family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Some property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to select the perfect rental:

• Choose your dates and spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Sea Horse Cottage 2.5 Bedroom BHI Creek Front - Marsh front Expansive vi has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property owner before you reserve your rental. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is suitable for your trip.
• Does your family require unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or costs applied to your invoice.

Tips for a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Upon arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• 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! Property managers rely on great reviews to drive future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.