Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

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

"Villa Umi" on Bald Head Island
Highlights:
Sleeps 10 in 3 bedrooms - King Master Suite, Queen Guest Room, and a Bunk Room with 5 Double Beds
2 Full and One-Half Baths
Shoals Club*
Two 4 Seat Golf Carts
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Linens and Towel Linen Service
Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Toys and Towels Supplied

TUCKED IN LIVE OAKS AND GOLF COURSE - This home is the ideal family vacation home or ladies/men's weekend away. ALL NEW APPLIANCES AND LIVING ROOM FURNITURE AND RECENTLY PAINTED.

This home is a charming choice for your vacation on Bald Head Island- offers a light, open floor plan, living room/dining room for 10, a wraparound screen porch and a completely outfitted kitchen with all you will need for the gourmet prepare and family meals, 3 roomy bedrooms with One King, One Queen and 2 Bunk Beds with 4 Double Beds and 1 Double Trundle and 2.5 bathrooms. Our home features gleaming wood floors throughout and impressive comfortable furnishings. Located in the center of the island, the bungalow is ideally located within mins. from the beach. After a day at the beach, it is a enjoyment to return home to the comfort of the live oaks and the tranquility and serenity of the maritime forest.

To get around the island, you will have two 4 seat golf carts. If you would prefer to ride around the island on bicycle, there are four adult bicycles for your use. Need other or different sizes - you can reserve/rent from Riverside Adventure at the Marina. Although we guarantee the use of the golf carts, we cannot guarantee the condition of the bicycles during your stay. We will make every attempt to repair but it may not be possible during your visit.

We have a professional property manager who lives full time on the island to make your stay as fun as possible.

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 supplied with your ferry ticket. Reservations are required. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bicycle or by foot.

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. Sign up for classes, including the trendy evening “turtle walks” to search for and observe nesting Loggerhead Turtles and if your timing is right even watch their hatchlings heading to the ocean for the first time!

Bald Head Island is on one of North Carolina's southernmost cape islands - Cape Fear. Bald Head Island is accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat. 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.
*Homes with fireplaces are likely deactivated for the safety of the home and its guests.
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and its guests.
*We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bicycles that may come with the home.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is next to a golf course and by the sea. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. 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

Pets not allowed

How to book the best Wilmington, NC rental experience:

When to visit Bald Head Island & When to book:

• Summer is the most expensive season in Bald Head Island. Booking your vacation rental in Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. 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 friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines have discounts for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Filter your search:

• Choose vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, call the host before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Make a record of any issues with the property at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are helpful if there is a dispute.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great feedback to inspire more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.