Oasis in cape fear station forest with wildlife views - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Cottage

BEST FEATURES!
Totally refreshed!
Private crofter
2 golf carts
Wildlife watching on the back screened porch

Dreamaway Cottage is your heaven away from home! This 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home is located in Surfman's Walk, which is located in Cape Fear Station. We have completely refreshed our home and take tons of pride into making it your special vacation spot. Downstairs we have a kitchen, dining, living room (sleeper couch) and half bath. Upstairs includes a master suite with a king bed and the guest bedroom suite has two queen beds. We also have an additional bedroom (crofter) above the 2 cart garage. There is a queen and twin bed as well as a full bath. The crofter is steps away from the home. We have two porches, which are both screened. We savor many mornings and nights watching the wildlife go by from our own back yard. As far as additional amenities we have a 4 and a 6 seater golf cart, 4 beach chairs, beach towels, Wifi and a heated outdoor shower. We also have access to both clubs and temporary membership passes may be purchased for your stay. We know you will appreciate our home as much as we do! We do have a verizon cell extender in the home for verizon wireless customers. This part of the island does not have as clear cell service as other areas. We do have spectrum WIFI high speed internet for your use to use facetime phone calls.

*The owner of this property does have a dog. Please consider if you have pet allergies.

**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 644 Chicamacomico Way

Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY
Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE) & Shoals
**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability
Animals: No
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart, (1) 6 pass golf cart
Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig
Grille Type: Gas
Bikes: 3 Adult ** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear
Crockpot: No
Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be supplied with this home
Beach Chairs: 4
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on refrigerator)

Interested in Units?

**Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com

**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com

**Linens and bath towels are included in rental

**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Cape Fear Station, 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 landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips to get the very best Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• Summertime is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Book your Wilmington, NC rental property in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines contain coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Make a plan and pick the bestvacation home:

• Begin by selecting your a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Oasis in cape fear station forest with wildlife views has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually available on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before reserving the home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what configuration is right for your vacation group.
• If there's a certain Wilmington, NC beach you are crazy about, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

More considerations:

• Add the property manager's information to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Record any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.