Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club\/BHI Club access w\/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

This handsome modernized Nantucket inspired bungalow in Surfmans Walk is located in the maritime forest, just a short East Beach, the most fashionable beach on BHI. It is also a short walk (and even shorter golf cart ride) to Shoals Club, The Commons Park, Bald Head Island Conservancy and miles of cycling, hiking and walking trails. Your hosts, Catherine and Brian, make sure you have everything you need to have a elegant beach vacation.

The two screened porches and tree-canopied patio with fresh salt air and the sounds of relaxing surf in the distance offer a ideal backdrop to read, drink a glass of wine, prepare out, have your morning coffee and relax with family. The back screened porch has a gorgeous swinging bed and directly accesses a boardwalk complete with ancient oaks, Spanish moss and a community gazebo. Outdoor deck is outfitted with gas grille and comfortable seating. Al fresco dining is available in the screened-in porch and the deck.

This home provides additional privacy as each bedroom has it’s own bathroom and intelligent TV. There are two bedrooms in the main home. The master bedroom has a king bed. The other bedroom in the main home has 3 twin beds (2 twins and a trundle). There is also a detached tree-home style guest bungalow over the garage, which provides additional privacy with a queen-sized bed, intelligent TV and ensuite full bathroom. The crofter being detached from the home gives the guests added privacy and peaceful.

Cottage is well supplied with all the amenities of a calming beach vacation—WiFi, 2 golf carts (6-person and 4-person), heated outdoor shower, 6 beach chairs, 4 cruiser bicycles, cooler, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach umbrellas, sand toys, body boards, surf board, board games, books, puzzles, portable high chair, pack n’ play crib, Keurig and regular coffee makers, blender, crock pot and entirely outfitted kitchen. Bicycle helmets are not included. Bicycle pump is in the garage.

Weekly units are Saturday-Saturday in summer. We will entertain shorter stays outside of the high season. Message me to discuss.

Our home has the option to purchase temporary memberships at Shoals Club (pool/restaurant/beach access/exercise center) AND Bald Head Island Club (golf/tennis/pool/restaurant/croquet/exercise center). Not all homes have access to both clubs. Shoals Club is closest to the home (5 min. walk), oceanfront and offers pools, dining, bars, exercise center and beach access. Bald Head Island club offers golf, tennis, croquet, dining, pools, park and water slide. Both clubs offer beautiful vistas and superb food. Photos of the clubs are supplied in the photos for our home.

If playing golf on vacation is important to you, then you need to rent a home that provides the option for a golf membership to BHI Club. This home provides this option.

Another benefit of our home is having 2 golf carts—4-person and 6-person. 2 carts enable groups to separate for the many different activities the island has to offer.

Amazing eateries, a spa, and a completely supplied market are mins. away from this quintessential Bald Head beach bungalow.

In short, our goal is for you to have everything you need to appreciate the ideal vacation. We will take good care of you on your stay.

Please message me with any questions.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

When to visit Bald Head Island & When to reserve a Bald Head Island rental home:

• Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes.
• The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby tours and attractions.

How to choose and book your prefectvacation home:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club\/BHI Club access w\/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, contact the property owner before booking the property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a rental that allows animals. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your visit:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your phone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• To make sure that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. Get in touch with the rental manager right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• On check-out day, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.