Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Privately located in the woods, Bait's Motel is a roomy property with plenty of room to spread out. Updated in 2023 and in 2024, the home has a variety of comfortable spaces for gathering, calming, and playing.

**Notice of Potential Property Showings: Please be advised that the property is on the market for sale. As such, there may be occasions during your stay when real estate agents may request to show the property to prospective buyers. We will make every effort to provide you as much notice prior to any scheduled showings and minimize any inconvenience to you.

The open-concept floor plan creates a sense of airiness and flow throughout the property. The step-down living room has is a welcoming space, with a Intelligent TV and decorative fireplace, adorned with enormous windows adjacent to the open aired porch. A full-sized air hockey game sits next to the living room for indoor fun and has a dry bar for convenience.

The entirely equipped kitchen has been thoughtfully supplied to cater to your culinary needs. It features stainless appliances, ample counter space, and window seating. For al fresco dining, a screened porch sits just outside the kitchen area. In addition, there is a more formal dining table with plenty of seating.

Bait's Motel offers four well-appointed bedrooms upstairs, each providing a relaxing sanctuary for restful nights. The sizable primary bedroom has a king bed and an ensuite bathroom. The three other bedrooms offer a room with queen bed, a room with two twin beds and in 2024, a bunk room featuring four beds was added, All bedrooms have Intelligent TVs. Two full baths are in the upstairs hallway.

Downstairs is a media room with another TV. The home has tons of games for family fun.

A porch swing is on the exterior next to the Weber propane grille. In addition, a full-size stand-alone freezer is inside, and an additional refrigerator is in the garage.

The home comes with three golf carts: a 6-seater, a 4-seater and 4-seater convertible.

Despite its seclusion, the property is conveniently located near South Beach, BHI Club and the market/stores.

A BHI Club home Membership (dining and pool only) is available for separate purchase.

About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. 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

Finding the best Bald Head Island vacation home experience:

When to go & When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental home:

• June, July, and August are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To book the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we highly recommend booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation 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 on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Selecting the best vacation home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Start by choosing your a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rentals search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the host before you book the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish which bed configuration is right for your group.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Record any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all belongings. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to propel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.