The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!

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A covered porch with wicker chairs, a table, and a sign reading "Welcome to Our Porch."
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious living room with a white ceiling fan, two grey sofas, a white coffee table, and a striped rug.
A kitchen with light wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a stove, a microwave, and a sink. There are two stools and a chair.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a white headboard.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bay Beach

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
    ‪28 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Bald Head Island

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
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Map
Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 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 The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!?

As of 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach! on 11 November 2026 start from NZ$1,066, 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.

How much is parking at The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach! located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

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
This property was a gem, they had everything you could think of for a fun packed stay. Bald head island is a real beach paradise with the feel of a private resort. Property included a golf cart, surf boards, kayak, beach chairs, bikes, etc. 5 stars from me.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, restful cottage. King bed was perfect! Everything we needed was provided, so it was easy breezy. The host was very prompt with all communication - best of any VRBO host I’ve encountered so far! I would rebook this cottage again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location for East Beach, Turtle Central, and Maritime Market. Great communication with owner. Loved just chilling on the front porch. Has quite the “zippy” golf cart. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Surf Shack on BHI is charming and comfortable and well stocked! We loved our time staying there. Only wish it would have been longer-we will be back. Amazing location, very clean and great golf cart!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect size for our family of four! We loved having access to the Shoals Club and East Beach. The beds were comfortable (and we all slept like babies thanks to the sound machines). We didn’t use the outdoor spaces due to so many webs and spiders, which was one of the main downsides to our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The reason for the good ratings.. is because we got conflicting information about How to leave the cottage.. you might want to review ur information.. soap in bathroom was commercial grade and awful on ur skin.. we would stay there again and host was easy to work with and communicate with..
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Week at the Shack

Very comfortable and well appointed accommodation in a quiet neighborhood Golf cart was good, kitchen had all we needed, beds were comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Weekend!

Was a great stay! The house is fully stocked with access to a golf cart, bikes, and water sports- kayak and SUPs! We had so much fun exploring this beautiful island.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend!

We had such a great weekend! It was just my wife & I for a quick getaway, but it would be a perfect house for a family or two couples. Very clean and had everything that we needed. We'd love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family option close to East Beach

Our family of four loved our stay at Surfman’s Walk this summer! The location was perfect for us – a quiet street close to Shoal’s Club and Mike’s Bites. The kitchen was well appointed, beds among the best we’ve had on BHI, and the golf cart was new and quite zippy (unlike some others we’ve had on the island). The host made several thoughtful additions to make it toddler/kid safe and was in general, super responsive to our questions as well. Overall, a great option and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BH vacay

Always wanted to visit Bald Head, being an NC native. It’s all I imagined and more. I loved the beach the best with our own Sea World entertainment of dolphins. Surfman’s Walk was cozy and comfortable and not among the hubbub. Thank you for sharing your beloved home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience!

This cozy cottage was perfect for our Easter vacation - check in was smooth (we arrived late, in the dark and it was easy). This is a beautiful location! There were nice touches everywhere and the house is set up for enjoying quality time with games, fast wifi, and a really nice golf cart :) it rained our entire trip and we didn't even mind because of how thoughtfully set up this island oasis was. Thank you for a lovely time!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we needed!

Year 3 on the island and we feel like we're becoming pros. It can be stressful with all the logistics re: packing, labeling, ferrying, traming, but once you experience it the first time and realize how lovely and organized everyone is, you get to set it and forget it! We're more of the Shoal's ilk and these units have been perfect for our fam of 4. The BHI club is still requiring reservations (3-hr slots I think) since the pandemic and I can't bear the thought of keeping to a schedule while on vacation. And then there's the beach service the Shoals provides...you're right there on the beach!But yes, this home offered everything we needed. No notes :) Well, hahaha there was the golf cart. We're not used to the newer, zippier carts so just be aware this one does go well above the 18mph speed limit. Don't ask me how I know....Thanks for sharing your home with us which made for yet another amazing week at BHI!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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