Oceanfront Historical Cottage, BHI - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

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

Appreciate a calming hideaway at this traditional, historic bungalow offering expansive vistas of the ocean, this home has wood-paneled walls with a distressed green finish offset by crisp white trim. Handsome and rustic in decor, the interior is handsome and comfortable. Sleeps 4 (max.). 2 bedrooms (1Q-1Q). 1 full bath. (1) 4 passenger cart. Direct beach access. Friday/Friday. 5:30 p.m. arrival/11:30 a.m. departure.

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 activities can be experienced at Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. 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

Tips to get the perfect vacation home experience:

Find your perfect rental home:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in Bald Head Island. To find the best value, try changing your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have money saving offers on local accommodations and attractions.

Selecting the perfect rental in Bald Head Island:

• Start by choosing vacation dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Oceanfront Historical Cottage, BHI has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible online. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is optimal for your trip.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.

Have a great stay:

• Add the host's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas during check in. Call the property manager immediately to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. Remember to 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 remedy it.