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BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest

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A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering views of trees and a white fence.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a large island, and a dining area with a bench.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a wooden chair, and large windows.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses surrounded by dense greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Crofter Upstairs Bedroom Suite

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom Suite (first floor)

1 King Bed

Upstairs Front BR (private bath)

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Rear Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Crofter Bedroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath first floor

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Front Bedroom Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Rear Bedroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Bald Head Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Map
Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Market Cafe
  • Jailhouse Provisions
  • Frying Pan
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear

Frequently asked questions

Is BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest located?

Located in Cape Fear Station, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great place to stay on BHI. Owner was awesome too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved staying in this beautiful and comfortable home. The location is great and the layout of the home is perfect for our family. Thank you for another magical stay in BHI!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this peaceful coastal home! Every creature comfort was available, lots of pillows and lovely decor throughout. Enjoyed our afternoons in the shady screened in porch for reading & relaxing. The location is close to the beach and walking park but is private and in the cool beach canopy. The crofter is also outstanding and adorable. Bikes available too which is plus! The owners are helpful and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This pet-friendly rental tucked away in the maritime forest was so perfect for our two week stay! Easy to get to East Beach for morning walks and beach days. Mike’s Bites is so convenient and the neighborhood feel of this part of Bald Head is one of my favorites. The host was lovely and communicative! The house has everything you need and is the perfect layout for a family vacation. :) Thank you again for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Best of Both Worlds! Perfect location, excellent accommodations, great owners. Our dog loved the yard. This house is one of those that looks even better than the photos!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Off Season Stay

We had a great Thanksgiving holiday! This house had a ton of room for our extended family and a great kitchen for large meals. Bald Head is a great place to visit any time of year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! House is fantastic and Tom, the host, could not have been more attentive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just as excellent as the first time!

This was our second time staying here, and it was just wonderful. It's in the perfect location, and in excellent condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Loved the house and area! The owner was the best ever! Can’t wait to stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property - we loved all the outdoor spaces and screened in porches. The fence was great to have as we had our dog with us. The Cape Fear location is our favorite location on the island. The owner is very helpful and prompt to respond to any issues.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent Bald Head home

Beautiful, well cared for property! Tom is very easy to communicate with and we enjoyed our entire stay at his home. Very well decorated and had every amenity needed, in the kitchen and every room!We will definitely return ! The location is great in the forest and very close to beach access- certainly the Best of Both Worlds!!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at this Bald Head Island home! The house was extremely comfortable, beautifully maintained, and so well equipped—it truly had everything we needed and more. From the moment we arrived, it felt like home. The location is perfect, with easy access to everything the island has to offer. The owners were absolutely fantastic to work with—friendly, communicative, and quick to respond to any questions. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent!

excellent on all counts! location ,cleanliness, well stocked with everything you might need, good beds, close to beach and can hear the ocean, dog friendly, and communication with host! we had an extended stay , loved it and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family and dog friendly home near east beach

A perfect stay one minute away from beach access 42, with a fenced in yard for dogs and separate crofter. Lots of room, artistically designed home, with all of the needed amenities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay!

This property was exactly as described, even more beautiful in person. Communication with host was quick, courteous, and incredibly helpful. We were a party of 4 couples and it accommodated us perfectly, every conceivable amenity. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a week!

Wonderful house with all the amenities! Short walk to an uncrowded beach. Hosts were very helpful and provided excellent assistance. We had a terrific time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

The house was absolutely perfect for our family! It was perfectly situated in a quiet location close to the Shoal's Club and the beach. The yard was adorable and the house was also very cozy and clean. Tom was accommodating and helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply FABULOUS!!

Such great hosts!! We’ve been to BHI many times and this is the nicest, cleanest, most well appointed home we’ve rented. Tom and Lindy are so gracious and very communicative! We will definitely rent this home again on our next trip to BHI!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property and amazing owners

Do yourself a favor and rent this house. The house was absolutely amazing. Tom and Lindy know what they are doing. And they are amazing hosts. We had the best time. Best house on the island. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2021
While Lindy and I think we have succeeded in creating a nice home for families or a small group of friends to enjoy a vacation on Bald Head Island we would never claim it is the nicest home on the island. We don’t want the bar set so high that you are disappointed since we always want guests who rent our home to be 100% happy and satisfied.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best house

This property is amazing. Super clean, has everything you need and decorated perfectly. We rented 8 properties over the week for other family and this house was everyone’s favorite. Tom is a wonderful host. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Chip & Cindy

Everything was absolutely amazing!! The bonus was getting to know Tom in the process. I feel like I've known him forever. The house is huge and has anything that you could imagine. Beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and wonderful location

Our entire family absolutely loved staying here a few weeks ago. Easy walk or bike ride to East Beach and I wish my own kitchen was as well stocked! The house was immaculate, comfortable and roomy and we will definitely be coming back again. The fenced yard was a huge plus with our dogs, as was the outdoor shower, the bikes and the beach chairs. Our host was beyond helpful and responsive both prior to the visit and during the week. I can't recommend the whole experience high enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

We stayed for a "week after labor day" vacation with family and our toddler. This house is perfect in every way. Fully stocked, comfortable beds, decorated wonderfully, and very clean. Hosts were incredibly responsive and went out of their way to make our stay easy. Great location on the island. I have no complaints. Our best VRBO experience ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We had an amazing visit to Tom’s beautiful home on Bald Head Island! The home was tastefully decorated, had a well equipped kitchen and was very comfortable! The fenced in yard was terrific for our black lab and the golf carts were new, easy charge and got us around the island effortlessly. Bald Head Island was a great place to ring in 2025 and we’re looking forward to a return to Tom’s place. He was great with communication, and responded quickly to any questions we had. 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous house, wonderful week

The house was perfect for us - 4 generous bedrooms, each with it’s own bathroom. The kitchen was a dream - so well equipped that we easily made meals. Everything about the house is lovely from the comfortable way it’s decorated, the layout and especially the location so close to the beach. Tom and Lindy are terrific hosts - attentive, responsive and full of useful information. We would highly recommend this house and if we come back to Bald Head with the family, I know exactly where we’ll be staying.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
Thanks Shula!
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