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 supplied.
Kid Friendly - A pack n play & highchair are included.
Clubs - There are no guest membership options available with this home.

For those seeking tranquility and serenity, surrounded by nature and ample 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 delightful 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 vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the most suitable vacation home for your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some owners offer discounts for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines contain coupons for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Choosing the perfect rental in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Start by having your family agree to date ranges and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed 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 Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before you reserve the property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is right for your trip.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC destination you are crazy about, look for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.

More considerations:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Document any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to inspire new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.