Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

"Al Mare" on Bald Head Island
Highlights:
Sleeps 8 - Six in 2 Bedrooms and Two on sleeper couch (K/D/D/Sleeper Couch)
2 Full Baths
BHI Club*
Pet Friendly w/ entirely enclosed patio area
1 Six Passenger Golf Cart
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, Umbrella, Towels Included

2023 TOTAL RENOVATION. Amazing Ocean Vistas 2 Bedrooms, 2. Baths, (Sleeps 6 and 8 using a sleeper couch). At "Al Mare" you will savor the spectacular vistas of the ocean from this home which is steps from the beach. Sit on the couch or upper or lower open decks and watch the dolphins in the water The sunsets are handsome!

Al Mare is ideal and comfortable for modest families or two couples, girl's weekend away or men's golf trips. This home has two suites; one with a king bed, en-suite bathroom with upsized shower; The second bedroom has two full beds and full bath. Cozy living room with a sleeper couch, dining room and kitchen all flow to an upper deck overlooking the ocean. Great porches - front and back give you amazing outdoor living space.

The open floor plan in the Kitchen/Dining/Living accepts everybody to socialize in the completely outfitted kitchen with open access to the deck overlooking the ocean. Sunset vistas in the evening are extraordinary. Al Mare is in the charming Flora's Bluff - a prime location on Bald Head Island. steps to a beach access for the cottages. Very close to everything - the BHI club, eateries, stores and the marina Head Island Club. The home is also well located with a huge open area in front for the kids to play at the end of the cul-de-sac and a modest fenced yard for family pets and to appreciate a gathering around the BBQ.

A very short cart ride gets you to the new BHI Club Aquatic Center which features 4 new tennis courts, a playground, short-grass recreational area, workout facility, multiple swimming pools and water slide, croquet course, casual and fine dining and, of course, the George Cobb designed, award winning 18-hole golf course.

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.

This home comes with a 6-seat golf cart, 2 adult beach bicycles, 4 new beach chairs, body boards and an abundance of beach toys, and an umbrella. Please bring your own helmets. Additional bicycles can also be rented at Riverside Adventure. Please note that while we guarantee the availability and condition of the golf carts, we cannot guarantee the condition of the bicycles.

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 modren 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.

We have a professional property manager who lives full time on the island to make your stay as fun as possible. They will be able to help with any concerns once you arrive.

*Club memberships are optional and subject to availability. The costs are separate and not included with the rental of the home.
*Homes with fireplaces are deactivated for the safety of the home and guests.
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and guests.
*We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bicycles that may come with the home.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in South Beach, 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 activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. 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

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Our top Bald Head Island rental home tips and tricks:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• Summer months are high season in Bald Head Island. To book the best vacation home within budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guide magazines which include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning and choosing the perfectrental:

• To start, have your family select dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the host before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Make a record of any issues with the property during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few problems.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let thieves spoil your family vacation.
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.