Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

"Al Mare" on Bald Head Island
Highlights:
Sleeps 8 - Six in 2 Bedrooms and Two on sleeper couch (K/D/D/Sleeper Couch)
2 Full Baths
BHI Club*
Pet Friendly w/ completely enclosed patio area
1 Six Passenger Golf Cart
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, Umbrella, Towels Supplied

2023 TOTAL RENOVATION. Amazing Ocean Vistas 2 Bedrooms, 2. Baths, (Sleeps 6 and 8 using a sleeper couch). At "Al Mare" you will savor the spectacular vistas of the ocean from this home which is steps from the beach. Sit on the couch or upper or lower open decks and watch the dolphins in the water The sunsets are charming!

Al Mare is ideal and comfortable for modest families or two couples, girl's weekend away or men's golf trips. This home has two suites; one with a king bed, en-suite bathroom with upsized shower; The second bedroom has two full beds and full bath. Cozy living room with a sleeper couch, dining room and kitchen all flow to an upper deck overlooking the ocean. Great porches - front and back give you marvelous outdoor living space.

The open floor plan in the Kitchen/Dining/Living accepts everybody to socialize in the entirely outfitted kitchen with open access to the deck overlooking the ocean. Sunset vistas in the evening are spectacular. Al Mare is in the beautiful Flora's Bluff - a prime location on Bald Head Island. steps to a beach access for the cottages. Very close to everything - the BHI club, eateries, stores and the marina Head Island Club. The home is also well located with a sizable open area in front for the kids to play at the end of the cul-de-sac and a modest fenced yard for family pets and to appreciate a gathering around the BBQ.

A very short cart ride in the newer 4 seat cart gets you to the new BHI Club Aquatic Center which features 4 new tennis courts, a playground, short-grass recreational area, workout facility, multiple swimming pools and water slide, croquet course, casual and fine dining and, of course, the George Cobb designed, award winning 18-hole golf course.

Bald Head Island is only accessible by boat or by a ferry, which departs frequently out of Southport, NC. Southport is 40 mins. from the Wilmington, NC (ILM) airport. A tram ride to the villa is included with your ferry ticket. Reservations are required. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bicycle or by foot.

This home comes with a 4-seat golf cart, 2 adult beach bicycles, 4 new beach chairs, body boards and an abundance of beach toys, and an umbrella. Please bring your own helmets. Additional bicycles can also be rented at Riverside Adventure. Please note that while we guarantee the availability and condition of the golf carts, we cannot guarantee the condition of the bicycles.

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 fresh 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.

We have a professional property manager who lives full time on the island to make your stay as enchanting as possible. They will be able to help with any concerns once you arrive.

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. The island is blessed with 14 miles of pristine beaches, thousands of acres of protected salt marshes, and a spectacular expanse of maritime forest.

*Club memberships are optional and subject to availability. The costs are separate and not supplied with the rental of the home.
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and its guests.

About the Area

Located on 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the perfect Wilmington, NC rental experience:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• To find the most suitable rental within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• The sooner you can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Some property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to choose and book the rightvacation home:

• Select a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is often available online. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before you reserve your rental. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must book a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Record any issues with the property during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Protect your property!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.