Welcome to Happy Honu - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

BEST FEATURES!

Sizable calming deck on main level and screened in porch
Private crofter
Reserve floor plan looking over nature vistas!
2 Golf Carts

Happy Honu (with a nod to the Hawaiian green sea turtle, known as a majestic link between man, land and sea), is a beautiful five bedroom / 5.5 bath home located in Cape Fear Station. This reverse floor plan design includes three bedrooms downstairs: one roomy master bedroom with private bath and a king bed. The second downstairs bedroom consists of a queen bed as well as its own private bath. The third bedroom has a double and twin bunkbed with an additional pull-out queen bed and an attached bathroom. There is also a huge relaxing deck on the main, lower level as well as a cavernous screened porch that can be accessed off both the queen and master bedrooms. Upstairs welcomes you into a sizable great room; a spacious, very well outfitted kitchen; dining room with seating for eight at the table and an additional five seats at the counter (including a highchair for little ones); a half bath and a enormous master suite with a king bed and its own private bathroom. The upper deck off the living room is one of the all-time favorite spots where guests can relax on the outdoor couch and seating area or dine at the welcoming table for eight. Appreciate this enchanting, covered area with your family dinners or cup of early morning coffee. The private guest crofter above the garage features another queen bed as well as a bath and a modest deck for relaxing.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental

Tram Reservation Address: 526 Chicamacomico Way



Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY

Club Option for separate purchase: BHI House Access (Pool & Dining Only) & Shoals

**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability.

Animals: NO

Golf Carts: (1) 4 pass golf cart, (1) 6 pass golf cart

Coffee Maker: Regular coffee pot & Keurig

Grille Type: Gas

Bikes: NONE ** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear

Beach towels: Yes

Crockpot: Yes

Highchair, booster and Pack 'n Play will be included with this home

Beach Chairs: 4

WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (password information will be located on refrigerator)



Interested in Units?

**Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com

**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com

**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart units (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-units/


**Linens and bath towels are supplied in Rental

**Please see club membership notes:

It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay Beach and Caswell Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. 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

How to book the best Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

When to visit Bald Head Island & When to book:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, consider changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. 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 and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay 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 ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines which will include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the perfect vacation home:

• Begin by choosing your trip dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Welcome to Happy Honu has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the property manager before you book the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your group.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC beach you simply love, browse rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge additional pet fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages aren't attributed to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. Call the rental manager right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. 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 owners rely on great feedback to inspire more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.