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Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!

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Exterior
Exterior
Relax on the high Adirondack chairs on the front porch and listen to nature
Property grounds
second covered 4 seater golf cart

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bay Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪32 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪30 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!

We welcome you to love our renovated beach cottage as much as we do! We are tucked away in the Maritime forest with its beautiful live oak trees but only a 2 minute golf cart ride to fabulous South Beach. The large (private for guests only) community pool is only steps away for those who do want to stay close to the house. We have two - 6 passenger golf carts ready for you to explore the island. Our home sleeps 8 guests comfortably. Our first floor has 2 bedrooms each with king beds and adjoining full baths. The second floor has one bedroom with 2 queen beds and its own full bathroom. Each bedroom has a flatscreen Samsung smart TV. We have lots of bikes, beach chairs, beach toys for our guests to enjoy. Linens and towels (including beach towels) are included. We also include a starter set of all essentials (laundry, dish soap, paper towels/ toilet paper). Our kitchen is full accommodated for those nights you want to eat in. A Weber propane grill is available for our guests use * please note propane is purchased directly by guests on island and not provided by owners. We take pride in having a clean, convenient, beautiful home for our guests to enjoy! If you have never experienced Bald Head Island you are going to love it! We are a barrier Island with no bridge which makes it super private and a nature lovers paradise! No cars allowed so you will take a passenger ferry to the island which adds to the excitement! A (guest) temporary membership to the (Lifestyle) BHI Club AND Shoals Club are available to purchase directly with the clubs. Depending on your interests, the clubs offer world class golf, multiple pools, tennis, and several restaurants for you to enjoy.
Our commitment is to provide you with a fully equipped home for you to enjoy beautiful Bald Head Island! The island is truly magical and fantastic for families, couples, multigenerational and guys/girls trips!
**Saturday-Saturday Check Ins only during peak season with a minimum 7 night stay between Memorial and Labor Day holidays**

Property manager

Shanna Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note there are NO fireworks allowable on the island during anytime, including Independence Day week.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday 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 landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Kent Mitchell Nature Trail - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bay Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Koko Cabana
  • Frying Pan
  • Old Bridge Diner
  • Southport Smoke House

Frequently asked questions

Does Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bay Beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum of History are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect mid island location

Location5Two great running golf carts5House layout5Huge dining table great for meals and games5Cleanliness 3 Dated interior, master bedroom bedding needs updating with type that is washed with each new rental. One towel,washcloth,hand towel per person is not sufficient. I had to do laundry during our three nights for towels etc.Kitchen needs a thorough cleanup of cupboards. Stove needs deep clean.The house was a great floor plan for us but just in need of a good cleaning and freshen up furnishings and home goods. Stained fabric sofa.Porch furniture needs a good wipe down.I have rented many homes at various beaches and this was a disappointment, my DIL saw cockroaches on the first night and was freaked out.I realize it is off season and maybe property manager is out of routine or standards are lightened. We loved almost everything about the house. A good cleaning would go a long way.Why are there so many warn tired pillows in the closet in MBR just piled on floor of closet?
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayna A.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

wayne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bald Head Island Stay

Cute house. Plants needed trimming off lower steps. Lower steps need replacing, well furnished except there was no can opener. Nice quiet location almost a recluse. Overall, a good choice to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

From check in to check out, the process was stress-free. The property had everything that we needed during our stay (beach chairs, sand toys, coolers, bug spray, beach towels, etc). The kitchen was well stocked and the home was beautifully decorated. Lots of towels and comfy beds! We had a wonderful, relaxing trip and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trish H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and fun family time.

The house was located close to the maritime market and south beach. The neighborhood pool was great for our Grandson. We did do temporary guest passes to bald head island club but also having that pool within a few steps was great. The house is stocked with puzzles, bikes, games, etc. for fun family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Great property for a family. The home is clean, nicely appointed and well kept. It had everything we needed, plus a couple of nice surprises, like the Shibumi beach umbrella. Both golf carts were in great shape. The community pool is just across the street and very nice. Overall, the location is in the center of the island and pretty close to everything. The property manager is super responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location on the Island

The house was in great shape, clean, very comfortable, and had all of the amenities you could want for a stay on BHI. The location was central to everything, and the neighborhood pool was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for family time

we loved the house. The pool was a bonus! We loved the house. Perfect size and layout for our little family. Very relaxing. Perfect proximity to town, the market and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BHI cottage

Our first trip to BHI and we will be back. Awesome host and property! Highly recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Great location and perfect house
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time visit

Great property in a great location. Very clean and well stocked. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R., Chapel Hill, NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house on Bald Head!

The house is nice and well kept! It was as advertised and my family would wholeheartedly recommend it! The two large golf carts was a nice bonus and the set of beach equipment was appreciated. Having a pool steps away was also great…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Clean, cozy, excellent amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheehan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Bald Head Island

We had a wonderful stay in Bald Head and looking forward to going back. Great communication by the host. We loved being able to use the bikes and the two golf carts came in handy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location for staying at Bald Head Island

Clean and accommodating location for our week stay at BaldHead. We have been coming here for many years and both my wife and I agree that this is one of the nicest and cleanest places that we have ever stayed in. The amenities were great and perfect for our family of 5. The location was perfect for getting to the beach and grocery store. 2 golf carts were provided and even a shibumi for the beach. The owner was kind and made herself readily available for us if we needed her. It was quiet and the pool was great for our grandchildren. We would highly recommend this as a place to stay and will certainly consider coming back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Vacation!

This was a beautiful and comfortable property in a great location. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Island

Shanna was super accommodating and helpful. I’ve never had a property owner respond so quickly to inquiries. The cottage was updated, well appointed and perfect for our family. We will definitely recommend to others and plan on returning ourselves soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan h., NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Easy!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in family friendly neighborhood

Took our large family to BHI for a quick weekend and this house didn’t disappoint. Not only was the home beautiful, comfortable and well equipped for children of all ages but Shanna was responsive and helpful throughout our stay. We would come back and recommend this rental to our friends for the future. Added bonus was the neighborhood the home was in. It was quiet and safe with tons of young kids. My children ventured into the common area for hours at a time and made lifelong friends in our short weekend getaway. We definitely will return and strongly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Host

We had the pleasure of staying at this property last weekend when Hurricane / Tropical Storm Ian came through. The house was very cute and had everything our family of 4 needed - especially when we were stuck inside during the storm. Well stocked kitchen, games, puzzles, and blankets. I cannot say enough about Shanna and the wonderful communication we had with her. She checked on us to make sure we were OK during the storm and did everything she could to make our stay as good as possible. I highly recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends vacation

This was our first time on Bald Head Island but hopefully not our last. This house was perfect for our needs. It was clean, well equipped, and beautiful. The two golf carts worked out great and the pool was super convenient. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect Vacation

Location was outstanding (right across from pool), close to beach, market and shopping. House has great floor plan to allow for family time together and private time also. Well furnished and appointed, beach and pool toys, bikes, kitchen well stocked, beach towels, etc., everything you need was included and 2 golf carts was a plus. The communication from the owner was amazing, very helpful and responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sudi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 Fun Weeks

A wonderful host and amazing island. We truly had a lovely time at BHI and at this great property.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect for two families.

The house is very cute and everything is nicely decorated. Just a very warm and inviting home. It’s a good size for two families. We had two pre-teens and two teens along with 4 adults. Plenty of space for everyone. The house being located directly across from pool was really a great feature. The kids loved it. The two golf carts were perfect. Got us everywhere we needed to be. Easy to get to beach, very easy to get to market. We loved having the house inside the Ibis Roost neighborhood. Felt very private. Zero complaints about the house and would highly recommend! Communication with host was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Shanna Smith

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We live in the Raleigh NC area and have loved Bald Head Island for many years! We finally bought our own cottage and are excited to share it with you!

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