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Howards Haven

Beachfront villa with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪29 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Howards Haven

Enjoy this beautiful golf course view villa. Just steps away from the beach access #13 and steps away from the prestigious Bald Head Island Club. Comes equipped with two 4 passenger golf carts.

This is a 3 bedroom 21/2 bathroom villa with 1 king, 1 queen and 2 twins beds in the loft area.
A BHI GUEST club membership is available for separate purchase. The guest club membership includes all BHI club amenities, including golf, pools, tennis, fitness center and dining.

TV's available in every room.

Chairs and table available on the deck where you can observe the golfers finishing up their rounds on the 18th green.

***other items included with our villa:
Keurig and regular coffee maker
Air Fryer
Crock Pot
Blender
2 Pack N Plays
1 High Chair

*all linens included with rental

****Saturday turn day Memorial Day through Labor Day, *****based on availability other check in/check out days may be available

Please contact the Bald Head Island Club directly for guest membership.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Have 2 pack-n plays. 1 high chair. Beach toys
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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
Smoking allowed on decks

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please take out trash and turn sign to YES
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Golf Cart- must have valid driver’s license and insurance.

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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this villa is next to a golf course and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bald Head Island Country Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Frying Pan
  • Provision Company
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room

Frequently asked questions

Is Howards Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Howards Haven?

As of 8 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howards Haven on 17 November 2025 start from NZ$1,369.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Howards Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Howards Haven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Howards Haven located?

Located in Bald Head Island, this beachfront villa is next to a golf course and 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 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

F Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped and located villa at Bald Head Island. This was a comfortable and convenient place for our family vacation. The place was clean and stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth J.

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

very nice place on the island

great location close to BHI club, house as advertised, we'll be back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Beautiful views and great location

Owner was great to work with. She handled any issues instantly. Has a great view of the 18th hole and walking distance to BHI Club. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

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

Best vacation

This Villa is perfect for a family. We enjoyed our stay so much. The location is excellent, especially being walking distance to the BHI club. The hostess took such good care of us. We had a small issue with a golf cart, and she went out of her way to resolve it in no time. I highly recommend this villa and will be renting it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and exactly as described! Watched the alligators and golf from the back deck, and only a minute walk to the beach. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, great location - easy access to pool, beach, golf. Would love to rent this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy access to the beach, BHI club, Marina, and market.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shay Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Howards Haven. It was nice that they have beach chairs and sand toys so that we didn't have to pack those. It was so helpful to have 2 golf carts. Our kids loved getting to alligators daily in the water by the house. But best of all was location. We went to the BHI club everyday and being so close to the club was amazing! Also, the kitchen was very well stocked.
The sunset at the beach access across from the house.
A morning rainbow and alligator sighting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loves the Villas on BHI, and we definitely enjoyed our say at Howards Haven. The Villa had exceptional renovations and a great panoramic view of the canals, 18th hole, and sunset in the evening. We had a great time walking to the pool and ocean. We need to stay 2 weeks next time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Extremely Impressed with this Villa!

This villa is gorgeous; the pictures don't do it justice. It was spotlessly clean, light and bright. The decor is charming and the panoramic view of the golf course and club house are absolutely fantastic. The location is perfect, close to everything and the 2 golf carts are a plus. I was there for my best friend's son's wedding and there was a problem with the Mother of the Groom's golf cart from another rental - the extra golf cart saved the day for them and they are so grateful. (Please note that I've known the family for over 30 years and knew they would take excellent care of the borrowed golf cart.). I had some questions and the owner responded quickly, and I love the picture of the owner's beautiful family in the dining area - it's a nice personal touch and makes a connection.It was my first time visiting BHI and this villa really made my trip wonderful. It's a truly special place and I highly recommend staying at Howard's Haven!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Meghan A.

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

Beautiful location, needs better upkeep

We had the pleasure of staying at this house while attending the wedding of a dear friend. As expected, it’s a wonderful location on a beautiful island and was perfect for our weekend stay. You can walk to the beach or country club! The house is lovely and was clean on the surface when we arrived. Everything was in order as expected. However, the longer we were there we couldn’t help but notice the lack of upkeep. The house had cobwebs and spider webs in nearly every corner (inside and outside) - along with many actual spiders. Overall it didn’t take away from the amazing memories we made, but it felt like the home really needed some TLC from its owners. Our best guess is that we were one of the first rental groups of the summer season. I would expect there to be time to do a deep clean before the high rental season begins for the price. Also, one of the golf carts was struggling to keep up with the newer one in the garage despite always being charged. Not a big problem, but it may be in need of maintenance or replacement. We did get to see the alligator behind the house, and it really made our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mica B.

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

Wonderful stay

The home is well appointed and cozy. Very comfortable. Great communication with the owner
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cullen S.

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

BHI Villa

Great trip - host was very responsive
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

Wedding weekend fun!

Perfect cottage for a small group. Location is beautiful & centrally located. The house was clean & well-appointed. Aimee was a great host…responsive & easy to work with. We had some scheduling logistics to deal with and Aimee was very accommodating. We highly recommend the property & hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin T.

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

Nice place

Place was as advertised
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Parker H.

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

Week at Bald Head

property is well maintained and well decorated. There was a really loud group next door that stayed the whole week with music, etc, but you can't control that. The BHIsland club was a pain to deal with. We thought the old pool was usable as a lap lane and they screamed at us for using it. Said we had to live there. My two daughters are competitive swimming so that was a bummer. Won't use that club will go to Shoals again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

June Stay

Great Location! Two golf carts were fantastic! Enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed T.

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

Howard's Haven

Mr. Howard was tremendous to work with and made everything so easy. Great property with a beautiful view of #18 on the golf course. Had an absolutely wonderful time. Will certainly recommend this unit to anyone visiting Bald Head.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Tyner T., Cary

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

Great Stay

We recently wrapped up our 7th Annual family vacation to BHI, and we really enjoyed staying at Howard's Haven. The location was possibly the best we have had so far. As a parents of (3) little ones, the walkability (or super quick golf cart ride) to multiple beach accesses and the BHI club can't be beat...and sunset view is much better in person than represented in some of the photos. Pleasantly surprised. Our kids loved seeing the gator swim by in the lagoon each afternoon - safely from the deck. The only downsides were the washer/dryer being located in the bottom floor garage, and the living space being open to the upstairs loft bedroom. Made for late nights with little kids/early nights for mom and dad. Perfect sized house for a family of 4-5. The Tews
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P., Raleigh, NC

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

Easter break

Our family of 6 enjoyed our stay at Howard’s Haven! The villa is clean, well stocked and in a perfect location on the island. The owner was great to work with. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Wyn W.

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

Nice condo overall

Very clean and laid out well for 2 bedrooms to have privacy. Kitchen is very very small and equipped as such--could use some basic pans that are not scratched, and a pasta pot. Only view of the ocean is from top-floor lookout with 2 chairs (you can bring chairs upstairs if needed). Neighborhood can get a little noisy if you leave windows open to hear the ocean since you cannot see it from bedroom floor. Watching golfers is fun and relaxing and wildlife was abundant. Overall, since family was congregating at a larger house with a kitchen, this was fine for our purposes but if we were just the nuclear family, would need a little larger kitchen for meal prep.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Bright, peaceful and comfortable villa

We came for Thanksgiving, to get away from the city, and from the moment we walked inside, we felt warmth and coziness. It was so peaceful to look out over the lagoon and golf course, and walk to the beach when we wanted. The villa has everything you need. Towels, linens, coffee filters, salt and pepper. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving and it was sad to leave that bright, cheerful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly recommend

John is a super host! Excellent communication, responds quickly to questions, easy check in . The views & location are fabulous. Unit is extremely clean with fully equipped kitchen, bathrooms have hairdryers, shampoo and conditioner. Bikes are easy to ride, beach chairs , coolers, etc available. You will definitely enjoy your stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S., Charleston, SC

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

Lovely villa with a view

We are 2 middle aged couples on the island for a weekend get-away. The Villa is clean and comfortable. The beach access is right across the street. The view outside is the 18 green and the club house. Just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great Villa.

This is a great villa for a family or a couple. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Aimee Howard

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I’m from Charlotte NC, recently relocated full time to Southport. Hosting on VRBO is a joy for me as it enables me to introduce visitors to the unique appeal BHI. I take pleasure in highlighting local sites and ensuring guests have a cozy experience. Meeting diverse individuals and enhancing their travel experiences is incredibly fulfilling."

Why they chose this property

The Villa is perfectly situated on the 18th green, just a short stroll from Beach Access 13. This serene retreat allows you to immerse yourself in nature, unwind, and relish the beauty of the surroundings. It's the ideal getaway for relaxation and enjoying the coastal atmosphere.

What makes this property unique

My property is truly unique as it has been a cherished family home since its construction as one of the first villas on Bald Head Island. This rich history adds character and warmth, making it more than just a vacation rental. It embodies the spirit of family gatherings and lasting memories, offering guests a genuine sense of belonging in a beautiful setting.

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