Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club\/BHI Club access w\/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

This charming modernized Nantucket inspired bungalow in Surfmans Walk is located in the maritime forest, just a short East Beach, the most trendy beach on BHI. It is also a short walk (and even shorter golf cart ride) to Shoals Club, The Commons Park, Bald Head Island Conservancy and miles of cycling, hiking and walking trails. Your hosts, Catherine and Brian, make sure you have everything you need to have a handsome beach vacation.

The two screened porches and tree-canopied patio with fresh salt air and the sounds of calming surf in the distance offer a ideal backdrop to read, drink a glass of wine, prepare out, have your morning coffee and relax with family. The back screened porch has a striking swinging bed and directly accesses a boardwalk complete with ancient oaks, Spanish moss and a community gazebo. Outdoor deck is outfitted with gas grille and comfortable seating. Al fresco dining is available in the screened-in porch and the deck.

This home provides additional privacy as each bedroom has it’s own bathroom and intelligent TV. There are two bedrooms in the main home. The master bedroom has a king bed. The other bedroom in the main home has 3 twin beds (2 twins and a trundle). There is also a detached tree-home style guest bungalow over the garage, which provides additional privacy with a queen-sized bed, intelligent TV and ensuite full bathroom. The crofter being detached from the home gives the guests added privacy and peaceful.

Cottage is well supplied with all the amenities of a calming beach vacation—WiFi, 2 golf carts (6-person and 4-person), heated outdoor shower, 6 beach chairs, 4 cruiser bicycles, cooler, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach umbrellas, sand toys, body boards, surf board, board games, books, puzzles, portable high chair, pack n’ play crib, Keurig and regular coffee makers, blender, crock pot and completely outfitted kitchen. Bicycle helmets are not supplied. Bicycle pump is in the garage.

Weekly units are Saturday-Saturday in summer. We will entertain shorter stays outside of the high season. Message me to discuss.

Our home has the option to purchase temporary memberships at Shoals Club (pool/restaurant/beach access/exercise center) AND Bald Head Island Club (golf/tennis/pool/restaurant/croquet/exercise center). Not all homes have access to both clubs. Shoals Club is closest to the home (5 min. walk), oceanfront and offers pools, dining, bars, exercise center and beach access. Bald Head Island club offers golf, tennis, croquet, dining, pools, park and water slide. Both clubs offer beautiful vistas and superb food. Photos of the clubs are supplied in the photos for our home.

If playing golf on vacation is important to you, then you need to rent a home that provides the option for a golf membership to BHI Club. This home provides this option.

Another benefit of our home is having 2 golf carts—4-person and 6-person. 2 carts enable groups to separate for the many different activities the island has to offer.

Amazing eateries, a spa, and a entirely supplied market are mins. away from this quintessential Bald Head beach bungalow.

In short, our goal is for you to have everything you need to appreciate the ideal vacation. We will take good care of you on your stay.

Please message me with any questions.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Cape Fear area vacation rental home tips:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. To find the best value, shift your family's Cape Fear area trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• 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 special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Cape Fear area visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

How to choose the best vacation home:

• Start by having your family choose trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club\/BHI Club access w\/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally available online. If they are not listed, contact the host before you reserve your home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your contract.
• If there's a certain Cape Fear area destination you are crazy about, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking

More tips for your visit:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many difficulties.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Make a record of any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your life at home. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be much obliged 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 manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.