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Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location

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FerryTale Retreat on Mourning Warbler
FerryTale Retreat on Mourning Warbler
Porch at entry of home with comfortable seating
Porch at entry of home with comfortable seating
Modern kitchen just inside entry with ocean views

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪34 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

King main suite

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

outdoor shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location

Welcome to "FerryTale Retreat!"



Purchased in June 2020 and remodeled during the fall and winter of 2020, this spacious beach getaway is brand new to the rental market and features the comforts of home with views of the ocean. The house is ideally located close to the beach, clubs and shopping. It is completely refurnished and professionally decorated with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths.

This home is the ideal place for one or two families or a group of friends to enjoy a memorable vacation together. It has gorgeous ocean views from the kitchen, large front deck and upstairs king suite -- perfect for watching the sunset, moonrise and for amazing evening stargazing. The large, vaulted-ceiling living room and recently upgraded nook offer ample seating and entertainment options. Enjoy dinner out on a third private newly renovated back deck.

"FerryTale Retreat" has been professionally decorated in soothing shades of sea blue and grays to help maximize relaxation and bring the beautiful Bald Head Island beach inside.

The house features four bedrooms, three full baths and sleeps up to ten guests. The main bedroom suite has a king bed and flat screen tv, as well as an ensuite bathroom, a sitting area with a sofa and desk and private deck with amazing views.

The second primary bedroom has a queen bed, flat-screen TV, an ensuite bathroom and is tucked away in the quiet back of the house. This room also features private deck access.

Another guest room has a queen bed and deck access and the fourth bedroom offers a bunk bed as well as a daybed with trundle. Closets include hangers and laundry baskets for your convenience.

The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with all of the amenities you could desire and features stainless appliances. The kitchen is open to an airy dining room that seats eight and a newly remodeled breakfast nook for extra seating, dining and entertaining space.

The sunlit living room is open to the kitchen and includes a flat-screen Smart TV and a large space for relaxing with family and friends. The house is well-stocked with puzzles and games.

A full-sized washer and dryer are in a large pantry off the kitchen. A high chair and pack & play are located in the pantry along with an iron, ironing board and drying rack.

Each bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer. Starter packs of shampoo, conditioner, body soap, tissues and bath bar come in each bathroom. We also supply starter dish detergent, paper towel and toilet paper rolls.

Two golf carts will transport you around the island (one brand new 4-seater purchased in 2018 and another 4 seater that comes with a rain cover).

We provide beach towels, all linens, pre-arrival cleaning, wireless internet service and four smart TV's. There are three brand new adult bikes and three new kids' bikes as well. We also have a beach umbrella, two boogie boards, a bocce set, horseshoes, sand toys, a beach push cart and several beach chairs for your use.

The large outdoor area downstairs features lush tropical vegetation and opens to a finished spacious mudroom area to hang your towels with stairs to the main floor. There is a newly renovated outdoor shower perfect for rinsing off the sand.

Gas and charcoal grills with tools are at the ready for you.

If you are interested, you can purchase a temporary Lifestyle Membership to the Bald Head Island Club which offers golf, tennis, a fitness club and a pool, along with casual and fine dining. Pricing varies with time of year.

"FerryTale Retreat" is located right off of South Beach Wynd and is convenient to all the island attractions. There is plenty to do on the island - casual-to-elegant dining, several clothing/gift shops, camps, and education programs, etc. There is a full-service grocery store, ice cream shop and take-out pizza. Fishing, kayaking, surf lessons, scavenger hunts, and sightseeing charters are available.

Once​ you visit, we think you will love "FerryTale Retreat" as much as we do!

Date of Stay - April 2021
5 stars! We loved the house! It was extremely well organized and decorated. You can tell the owners spent lots of time providing everything you could need. We really liked the beach paintings. We found that the location is perfect, near the beach, the golf course, market, and marina.

N. Edmunds -. 5 STARS

Ferrytale Retreat has all the details covered—and what’s more important than the details? High-end appliances, super-well-appointed kitchen, impeccable décor, a Weber grill, luxurious memory foam mattresses, two great golf carts (but only blocks from a beach access). Great open spaces and comfy bedrooms—just a wonderful place to cool down and mix a margarita after a day in the sun. Highest recommendation here.

Property manager

Edie Surratt and Katie Barker
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

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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
Within two weeks of booking, guest must acknowledge having read the Rental Agreement by messaging property management thru the VRBO platform.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

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

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. With power boating, surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bald Head Island Country Club - 11 min walk - 1.0 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 Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location located?

This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bay Beach, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Smith Island Museum of History. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

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

Fantastic property!

Walking distance to the beach… The house is big and roomy… The kitchen is very well stocked! And the management team is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Well Stocked Home with lovely morning coffee deck

The home is stocked with everything we needed with loads of extras! It is very close to beach access for amazing sunsets. Plenty of room to hang out in Living/Dining areas as well as comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Memory S.

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

Perfect spot for our family!

The house was perfect for us. It had everything and we needed and more for our kids. We loved how quiet the street was yet so close to the beach and right near an access. Everything was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

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

Weekend at BHI

The managers were so helpful and easy to work with. We really appreciated how well stocked the house was. We loved everything about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Bald Head gem!

We had a great stay at Fairy Tale Retreat! House easily accommodated our group of 9. The house was clean and spacious. Easy access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom E., Cary, NC

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

Lovely spacious house in a great location

We loved staying at Ferry Tales. It has plenty of room for 2 or 3 couples plus kids. Great master porch on the 3rd floor for panoramic sunsets and two other porches on the main level for sun or shade. Location is central and on our favorite beach. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte A.

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

Wonderful House

This was our first time staying on Bald Head Island and we really enjoyed this house. It is so beautifully decorated, and really well equipped with everything you could possibly need during your stay. The beds were really comfortable, and the sitting area was a great space to hang out in. The communication with Edie and Katie was amazing - they were so responsive and very helpful. Having two golf carts and the bikes was such a wonderful to get around the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari R.

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

Would 100% stay again

The location was PERFECT. Quiet cul-de-sac with quick access to south beach. It was great to have the 2 gold carts and the house and rooms worked great for our family and a couple of our son's friends. Katie and Edie communicated well for our entire stay. We would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

wonderful

The property was the best; anything and everything that you can ask for. We had a wonderful time. Thank you so much for all that you did for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

Great Place

The house was everything as described. Very spacious, great gathering spaces, terrific and well stocked kitchen. A 3 minute walk to the beach and a little over 5 minute golf cart ride to the market or harbor. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

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

50th Anniversary

Our family very much enjoyed our stay. The home was very well equipped for our needs. The first kitchen I’ve seen with more than enough supplies. The location was beautiful. We loved sitting in the evening on the comfortable decks. In all Ferrytale Retreat was a perfect place for our family celebration. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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

Outstanding all around!!

We stayed for the week with our 4 adult kids 20.23, 25 and 27 year old with our oldest’s wife. We had the most incredible time together - and Ferry Tale property made it even more spectacular. Close to the beach access, and nice views from the 3 decks. The property was super clean and freshly painted / maintained and not one detail was left out. The owners / managers obviously take pride in their beautiful property. We will definitely book again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

So happy with this property

We spent a great week in baldhead Island at this property. There are windows everywhere that invite so much light into the family room and dining room. I couldn’t believe how well stocked the kitchen was with all the “little things” that you never remember that you need. They also have all of the drawers and cabinets labeled to help find everything you could possibly need in the kitchen They provided plenty of beach towels, the pantry is huge for you to organize your own groceries. The two golf carts worked great, as well as the bicycles. I would not hesitate to rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich C., Easton, CT

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

First time, definitely not last time!

We discovered BHI as we were looking for somewhere special to celebrate my sons graduation. We rented Ferrytale Retreat for five days. The house exceeded expectations with cleanliness, amenities, space and location. Edie and Katie were very easy to deal with and extremely responsive to questions and issues. I highly recommended considering this hone. We left BHI with great memories and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

This was my first time staying on the island (we've only done day trips before) and everything about it was perfect. Leading up to the trip, Edie & Katie were very easy to communicate with and sent us all the details we needed - check-in process, ferry/tram information, a map of the island and things to do. The house was very bright, spacious and had all of the essentials needed (kitchen was fully stocked, beach towels, chairs, bikes, etc.) I stayed with my family and our spouses and the house was spacious enough that we didn't feel like we were on top of eachother the whole time. We were walking distance to the beach and a quick golf cart ride to anywhere else on the island. My family and I all fell in love with BHI during our stay and we wish we would have stayed longer. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Amazing property, fully equipped in a lovely location

This is one of the best properties I've stayed in from the organization of the kitchen to the decor to the location. Everything was simple and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

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

BHI is always a great time

Convenient location! Has everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

Great Stay on BHI

This is our second time staying at FerryTale Retreat, and we loved the house just as much as the first time! The house is well stocked with everything you could need, and the location is ideal!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

BHI is the best

Loved Ferrytale Retreat. Great location. And great house
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valarie L., Sylvania, Georgia

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

BHI

We had a wonderful stay. Any concerns we had, management took care of us. The house was well laid out and fully stocked! I loved all the natural light and having two porches to enjoy! Until next time, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

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

Great house, perfect location

This is a great house. It had everything we needed, including beach toys, chairs, and towels. Very close to beach access and BHI club. Management was very responsive. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alissa F.

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

First Time to Bald Head- Will be back!

Such a wonderful visit to beautiful Bald Head Island. The house is in the perfect location- right in between the Market and the Bald Head Island Club and across the street from beach access. Can't get much better. We loved that the house was a little tucked away and private. The hosts definitely go the extra mile to make sure their guests feel comfortable- the house has everything you need ranging from all your kitchen needs to every board game ever created. The layout of the house is extremely comfortable and everyone slept great. One thing to note is that the blinds in the bunk bed room don't block any light, so if you have kids with early bedtimes make sure you bring some blackout blinds or it will look like Noon until the sun goes down. Communication with the hosts was the best I've ever experienced. I highly highly recommend this property and we plan on coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

June 2022

We recently stayed at this property on BHI the first week of June. The location is fantastic: central to the east and west parts of the island and close to the beach. The house was very clean and is well equipped in the kitchen, beach toys and games, and plenty of beach towels. We highly recommend this property for any family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

The perfect beach home!

Our group of six college friends from way-back-when stayed at FerryTale Retreat and absolutely loved it. The outdoor spaces (2 decks/1 balcony) provided perfect gathering spots and the living spaces were very nice and beautifully decorated. The kitchen and laundry room were well stocked. The beach access is a 4 minute walk. Bicycles are in good shape and the rides were fun. We look forward to renting FerryTale again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great BHI Getaway

Great location on the island walking distance to the beach and stunning views. Plenty of amenities to make the stay memorable highly recommend to those looking for an island retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Edie Surratt and Katie Barker

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We are a family of five from Richmond, VA. We have loved coming to Bald Head for over seven years and are so excited to own a home here. We hope you will find the island to be as lovely and special as we do.


Our manager, Edie, is a real estate broker with the Lynda Haraway Group, who also owns a house on BHI in Cape Fear Station. As a small business owner, she understands the importance of offering a high-quality product along with personalized customer service.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests