Classic Coastal Cottage 3 BR 3.5 Baths Walk to Marina, Beach and Old Baldy - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2200 square feet

"The Keep on Bald Head Island, NC"
Highlights:
Sleeps 9 in 3 Bedrooms (K/K/Q, and a Twin-Size Day Bed) (Bonus 4th enclosed office with a Sleeper Couch)
3 Full and 1 Half Bath and an outdoor shower
1 Four Passenger Golf Cart and 1 Six Passenger Golf Cart
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, umbrella, beach towels are included.
Kid Friendly - A pack n play & highchair are supplied.
Clubs - There are no guest membership options available with this home.

For those seeking tranquility and serenity, surrounded by nature and generous natural light, this is the ideal home for your BHI vacation. Relaxation and leave the anxiety behind is the immediate feeling you will get when you enter this 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath Bald Head Island hidden gem.

This classic Bald Head Island bungalow greets you with an open deck for lingering while appreciating the tree breezes and birdsong -(Painted Buntings often spotted). Inside, the open floor plan starts with a window-surrounded living room boasting plenty of natural light and multiple vistas of the Island's resplendent Maritime Forest. You can snuggle here on the comfortable furnishings, or step outside onto the back porch and listen to the sounds of the west beach surf. This is the ideal spot for dining under the stars and enjoying the outdoor living this home provides. A side enclosed porch provides a private work out gym overlooking the live oaks.

Back inside, the XL kitchen affords places for all to gather while the chefs will delight in the kitchen's many amenities for cooking up great meals and memories. This floor also homes two King bedrooms and two full baths. If you just have to work while you are here (hopefully not) you can spend time in the peaceful office/sitting room with full desk behind French doors. This room also features a sleeper couch for more guest space.

Upstairs, a third bright bedroom awaits with one queen bed, a single size day bed, and a cozy couch for mid-day naps and a full bath. This well-appointed home provides everything you need to make your BHI vacation a special one.

Game On - in the lower-level game room with multiple opportunities for family fun and entertainment.

We have a professional property management team who live full time on the island to make your stay as enchanting as possible.

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. Sign up for classes, including the fashionable evening “turtle walks” to search for and observe nesting Loggerhead Turtles and if your timing is right, even watch their hatchlings heading to the ocean for the first time!

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. It's 14 miles of pristine beaches make it the ideal vacation spot.

Please note:
*This home does not provide temporary memberships to either of the two clubs on the island.
*Homes with fireplaces are likely deactivated for the safety of the home and its guests.
*The barbell shown in the gym area has been removed for the safety of guests
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and its guests.
*We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bicycles that may come with the home.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Wilmington, NC rental home booking tips:

When to book & When to go:

• The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Booking your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Book your vacation in Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable 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? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of 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.

Narrow your Search:

• First, have your group agree to a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Classic Coastal Cottage 3 BR 3.5 Baths Walk to Marina, Beach and Old Baldy has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the property manager before you book the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• 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. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or charges applied to your contract.
• Is your family looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Advice for a great stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Upon arrival, record any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your life at home. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good reviews to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful 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. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.