Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI! - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

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

BEST FEATURES!
Lagoon Vistas!
Screened in porch for wildlife watching
Pet Friendly!
Two golf carts

This freshly remodeled bungalow is centrally located in the forest of Bald Head Island overlooking a lagoon and close to everything. The peaceful screened-in-porch accepts you to sip wine and watch the wild life go by. New wood floor and granite counter tops, along with a beachy decor provide a relaxing interior with all the amenities of home after a fun day at the beach.

A private community gazebo, along with its own wildlife overlook, provide a ideal spot for evening grilling. This unit comes with one four seater & one six seater golf carts for travel. body boards, skim boards, and beach chairs will complete any stay at the beach. The two upstairs master suites have full private baths, one with a king bed and the other with 2 twin/full bunk beds. The family room and every bedroom has its own TV for your entertainment.

The third downstairs bedroom has an unattached full bath with a queen bed. Kitchen table seats 6, along with seating for 6 around the granite breakfast bar. Queen pullout in family room. The fourth bedroom has two queen beds.

Getting to Bald Head Island is half the fun. A calming 20 min. passenger ferry ride transports you from the ferry terminal at Indigo Plantation to the harbour at Bald Head Island. You are greeted by the tram to be escorted to your home at 12 Sabal Palm bungalow where two golf carts await for you to go exploring the harbour and 14 miles of West, South and East beaches, along with the handsome marshlands.

Historic Old Baldy waits for you to climb and discover. Visit the beautiful Chapel. Investigate the great Conservancy programs, including turtle walks on the beaches, Kayak the marshes, crab and fish the creeks and oceans. Dine at the gorgeous BHI Club (golf privileges available), watching the sun set as a ideal ending to your day.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 12 Sabal Palm Cottage

Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY
Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE)
**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability
Family Animals: YES (a non returnable $300 pet fee will apply)
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart (1) 6 pass golf cart
Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig
Grille Type: Charcoal
Bikes: 4 Adult, 1 Child** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear
Crockpot: No
Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be supplied with this home
Beach Chairs: 4
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on refrigerator)

Interested in Units?
**Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com
**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com
**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart units (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-units/

**Linens and bath towels are included in rental

**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. 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 Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. 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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Cape Fear area rental booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• Summer months are high season in Bald Head Island. To get the best vacation home within your budget, we suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guides which include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and picking the best Cape Fear area rental:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible online. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before booking the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You will need to determine what is optimal for your family.
• Are you visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Traveling with pets? 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 rental agreement! Additional fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.

Tips for a great stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, note any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the rental manager immediately to document any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your life at home. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great feedback to inspire future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers 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 owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.