Sea Horse Cottage 2.5 Bedroom BHI Creek Front - Marsh front Expansive vi - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1 square feet

Welcome to the Sea Horse Cottage!

Step back in time to this quintessential creek-side bungalow. This bungalow was modernized with new bathrooms, showers,kitchen, floors, beaded board, upgraded cabinets, and decorated with Bald Head Island in mind. If you appreciate Harbour Village and the close walking proximity to stores, MOJO's Restaurant, Delphina's Cantina, the beach and ferry, you will adore the location of the Sea Horse Cottage. The vistas are beautiful from the broad waterfront porches. Appreciate the screened in porch on the 1st floor or sunbathe and relax overlooking the water vistas on the 2nd floor. Your kids will appreciate the bunk room that sleeps 2 in the loft. It has the best vistas in the home from the top bunk, including Old Baldy Lighthouse. Savor reading your book or watching an evening thunderstorm from the wrap around 360 degree windows and vistas. Creek and Marsh front location!

This is a naturalist heaven, savor birding, including a variety of wildlife, dolphins in the creek and great water vistas from the 2nd floor deck. Enjoy fast access to paddle boarding and kayaks on the creek just a short walk from the home.

This is technically 2.5 bedrooms, the upstairs loft, while ideal for older kids is not a true full bedroom.

A BHI Club Membership is available but not supplied.

3 Day Stay stays off season are available, please inquire for details and prices.

Taxes are not supplied, and are an additional 12.75%

The Master Bedroom is located conveniently on the 1st floor and offers a king size bed and screened porch accessed through French doors. The Master bath features a full tiled double shower with multiple shower heads, granite counters and ample storage space. The Master Bedroom also features a flat screen TV.

The guest room on the 1st floor offers a queen size bed, water vistas and private bath along with access to a screened porch. Your kids or guests will adore watching their favorite movies on the flat screen TV.

The loft features 2 constructed in twin bunk beds.

This home is NOT PET FRIENDLY.

This home will satisfy the most discriminating vacationer and is sure to make your Bald Head Island vacation one to come back to year after year. The new owners have made many updates including high speed wireless, bicycles, beach chairs and rocking chairs.

We do not maintain or advertise bicycles at the home, you may rent bicycles at Riverside Adventure or Coastal Urge on the Island.

This property is a non smoking property, including the exterior porches and surrounding areas.

About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Cape Fear area rental home experience:

When to reserve a Cape Fear area rental home & When to go:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the best value, try changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the 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 friends and family at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitors guides which often include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Choose vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Sea Horse Cottage 2.5 Bedroom BHI Creek Front - Marsh front Expansive vi has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before booking the vacation property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Some properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• If there's an individual Cape Fear area attraction you love, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental

Additional considerations:

• Add the host's contact info to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of problems.
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks ruin your vacation.
• At Check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respect your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you didn't forget any personal items. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to propel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.