Quintessential BHI escape. NEW! Updated Beach House - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2500 square feet

With room for family AND friends, this quintessential beach home is an ideal vacation home on Bald Head Island! With guest access available for an additional fee, this property features exclusive access to a community pool and golf course, as well as simple access to everything else the island offers. After exploring stores, landmarks, beaches, and more, getaway to your calming 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home to relax indoors or savor a drink on its many porches.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Outdoor Shower |

Tropical heaven awaits at this gorgeous Bald Head Island getaway, equipped with everything needed to unplug, relax, and recharge!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds w/ 2 Twin Trundles | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds w/ 2 Twin Trundles

INDOOR RELAXATION: Intelligent TV, bright interior decor, dining table

FRESH AIR AMENITIES: Bikes available, screened-in dining area, hammock

KITCHEN: Totally equipped w/ cooking basics & spices, coffee maker, blender

GENERAL: Linens/towels, complimentary WiFi, complimentary toiletries, trash bags, paper towels, iron/board, washer/dryer, central heating & A/C

FAQ: No cars on the island (golf cart available on-site)

FEES: Pool guest membership (optional, details in pre-stay e-mail)

SUITABILITY: Steps required, no cars

PARKING: No cars allowed, garage (1 car), driveway (1 car)

-- THE LOCATION --

BALD HEAD HISTORY: Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum; self-guided audio tours & historic island tours available (0.9 miles), Sail Shop’s Ghost Walk - Riverside Adventure Co (0.9 miles), Capt Charlies Light Station Park (3.3 miles)

MARINAS: Bald Head Island Marina (0.9 miles), Deep Point Marina (7.2 miles), Indigo Plantation Marina (9.8 miles)

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Beach access (0.2)

TWO WHEEL RENTALS: Riverside Adventure Co bicycle units (0.9 miles), Coastal Urge bicycle units (1.0 mile)

AIRPORT: Wilmington International Airport (39.9 miles)

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking

- No events, events, or sizable gatherings

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional costs and taxes may apply

- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility

- NOTE: There are no cars on the island, there will be a golf cart available for renters’ use

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Rental booking tips and tricks:

Find your perfect rental home:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Summer time is high season in Bald Head Island. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby shops and restaurants.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Begin by choosing your vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Quintessential BHI escape. NEW! Updated Beach House has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. If not, call the host before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what is right for your vacation group.
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to book a property that allows animals. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Some things to know before you go:

• Add the owner's phone number to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many issues.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to drive future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.