Chic Shellter, Bald Head Island, NC - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2750 square feet

"Chic Shellter" is a vacation dream. Centrally located near the BHI Club and Marina with vistas of the Oak Island light and West Beach, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath is ideal for sizable families, girls/golf weekends and everything in between. Delightfully appointed and professionally outfitted and styled by a BHI premiere interior designer, this home will not disappoint. A 5 min. walk to the beach access, this home features a gourmet kitchen, bar, two living spaces, 2 porches. Conveniences galore!


This home is a reverse floor plan with the main living/dining/kitchen/powder and furnished covered porch on the 2nd floor.

The elegantly appointed living room includes two couches, swivel seating and a picture frame Intelligent TV. The completely supplied kitchen includes a dining bar to seat 4 and GE Profile appliances. The roomy dining room offers seating for 8 with additional seating for 4 at the breakfast bar. A wine/drink refrigerator will chill your drinks of choice while you make beverages or coffee at the constructed-in bar. Also on this floor is a powder bath. Gather on the covered porch overlooking the River and the Oak Island Lighthouse. West Beach is a 2 min. walk!

The first floor consists of a cavernous porch leading into a gathering space/den complete with a sectional and TV. Also on the first floor are all 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. The spacious primary bedroom features a king bed, sitting area and TV, ensuite bathroom (shower) and walk-in closet. Bedroom 2 also includes a king and ensuite bathroom (shower). Bedroom 3 is a spacious bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds (additional long twins over queens). It shares a hall bathroom with shower/tub. Bedroom 4 is a queen bedroom that also shares the hall bathroom. Bedroom 5 is a queen bedroom with ensuite bathroom (shower/tub).

Supplied are exceptional linens for a good nighttime's sleep, plush towels for bath and beach and a entirely supplied kitchen. Other kitchen amenities include: blander, panini press, waffle iron, Crock Pot, and a crab pot. The home includes 2 golf carts (a 4 seater and 6 seater), a portable crib, high chair, beach chairs and umbrellas available for use. There is also a gas grille and charcoal grille, a spacious/enclosed outdoor shower. We have a fabulous hammock on our porch and a corn hole set is available for guests. A Bald Head Island Club Temporary Membership is available for an additional fee.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is next to a golf course and on a river. The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Booking the best Bald Head Island vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summer is high season in the Cape Fear area area. To find the best value, try changing your family's Cape Fear area vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner your group can book, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guides which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the best rental home in the Cape Fear area area:

• Start by selecting the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Chic Shellter, Bald Head Island, NC has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. If not, email or call the host before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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 agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your contract.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Add the host's phone number to your phone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Upon arrival, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected everything. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on good reviews to compel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families 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 solve it.