New in 2024! Shifting Sands is the ultimate in BHI oceanfront living! - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

(5BR, 4.5BA Sleeps 16, 2K, 4Q, 3 BK, 2 Golf Carts, Sunday Turn in Peak Season, CHECK OUT 10:00AM/ CHECK IN 5:30PM) Shifting Sands is the ultimate in BHI oceanfront living! Great vistas and ample decks/porches for sizable family gatherings. Savor the convenience of your own private walkway to the beach. Shifting Sands offers a traditional floor plan, 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, with one of the bedrooms and a half bath being located in the private Crofter. A really comfortable abode, the kitchen features a huge bar for additional seating. Everything on the first floor is well-lit by the ambient light coming through the view-promoting windows. Grand living room with leather couches centers around a handsome gas fireplace. The first floor provides a King Master Suite with tub-shower combo & oceanfront vistas. Just off of the kitchen is a bunk room with a dedicated full bathroom. Upstairs has a bedroom suite with two Queen beds & glass surround shower in an en-suite bathroom. An oceanfront King master bedroom suite is also located on the second floor and provides a private deck for sunsets, tiled bathroom with separate shower and garden tub. A fifth bedroom and half bathroom are located in the separate guest home/crofter, which offers a little additional privacy! Two golf carts and two heated outdoor showers are available as well as access to WWP's 24/7 Property Manager Assistance Line-which means you can reach needed help even after hours or on weekends. Don't miss a great opportunity to treat your friends and family to a stay in Shifting Sands!

IMPORTANT NOTE ON CLUBS: Both clubs are independent from WWP or any WWP properties. As such, all arrangements for temporary memberships must be handled by renters directly with the Clubs. Renters are strongly encouraged to make desired reservations with the club immediately upon booking, and also to become familiar with club policies, procedures, and schedules. WWP representatives will not be able to answer most club-related questions.

NOTE: TRAM SPACE IS LIMITED - PLEASE CALL 910.457.5006 TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TO AND FROM THE ISLAND WHEN BOOKING. WWP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR GETTING YOU TO AND FROM YOUR RENTAL HOME.WWP DOES NOT GUARANTEE NUMBER OF OR CONDITION OF BIKES, BEACH UMBRELLAS, BEACH CHAIRS, BEACH TOYS, OR BEACH TOWELS. ANY CANOES, KAYAKS, OR PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ARE NOT A PART OF THE HOME RENTAL AND SHALL NOT BE USED BY RENTAL GUESTS.

About the Area

Located near 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. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Rental home tips:

Get the best rental home value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best value, try changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local visitors guide 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 local information, visitors guides contain offers and deals for local shops and restaurants.

How to pick the perfect rental in Bald Head Island:

• To start, have your group decide on vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. New in 2024! Shifting Sands is the ultimate in BHI oceanfront living! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the host before you reserve the property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask your host about pets before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone.
• At Check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on good feedback to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.