\"The Palms\" is nestled on a secluded half acre in the forest. ThePalmsHouse.com - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1900 square feet

*Spectacular forest home with wood floors through-out
*Complete Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Countertops
*Roomy screened porch, deck and balcony
*Deluxe bathrooms
*Temporary membership in the Shoals Club is available, please inquire as to prices
*Two 4 seat golf carts
*Central location - convenient to beach & market
*High-speed internet connection

You'll have the time of your life when you and your family vacation in 'The Palms'. This enchanting home is filled with casual, comfortable furnishings. It sits on a cavernous 1/2 acre forest lot in the center of Bald Head Island: just mins. by golf cart from the beach, Harbor Village and the Maritime Market shopping area.

Bald Head is accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bicycle or on foot.

The use of two golf carts are supplied in your rental fee
*Owner is not responsible for any out of service or maintenance issues with these items and they are supplied as a courtesy along with the home not contingent on rental home pricing. Tenant is responsible for any damage, loss, or misuse of these items.

LOTS OF ROOM
The roomy, open floor-plan provides plenty of room for up to 10 guests. The first floor living room opens into the dining area with the deluxe kitchen just beyond. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all the equipment you need.

Double doors open from the dining area to the enormous screened porch and the deck area equipped with a propane grille. The first floor bedroom and bathroom suite is furnished with a queen bed and can be closed off from the rest of the downstairs area.

The master bedroom has a king size bed. It opens onto a private balcony with a tree home view of the maritime forest. The third bedroom is furnished with two twin beds. The fourth bedroom contains a queen and set of bunk beds. Each bedroom is decorated in a beach bungalow motif. The bathrooms are finished with granite countertops and bespoke tile work.

'The Palms' is outfitted with books, videos, games and puzzles in case a rain cloud passes by.

LOTS TO DO
Your vacation will have a temporary membership to the Shoals Club available. The Club has a full-size pool, exercise center. It also has a poolside snack bar and a more formal eateries. Beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas are available as part of the membership. It is of course optional but we highly encourage all renters to take advantage of this impressive club.

Bald Head Island's 14 miles of beaches can be accessed at any of the 42 public beach entrances. We provide everything you need for a day of fun: body boards, beach toys, beach chairs and umbrellas, and beach towels.

You can also rent kayaks to discover the Island's creeks, bicycle to the Harbor for an outdoor lunch at MOJO's, take a hike along one of the Island's nature trails, or savor a calming day at the newly-opened Spa next to the Maritime Market. You'll be just mins. away from all of the amenities by golf cart.

Our home is a non-smoking home and family pets are considered.

We look forward to helping you make memories of a marvelous Bald Head Island vacation.


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About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Our top Rental booking tips and tricks:

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

• Summer months are high season in the Cape Fear area area. To get the best value, consider changing your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Some owners offer rate reductions for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Choose vacation week and max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. \"The Palms\" is nestled on a secluded half acre in the forest. ThePalmsHouse.com has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before you book the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Does your family require special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask your host about pets before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Upon arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your vacation.
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed everything at check-out. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. 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.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.