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Set against ocean views, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 10 guests. Enjoy activities like bodyboarding and motorboating nearby. The property includes a pool, porch, deck, and patio, along with sports facilities such as pickleball and tennis courts. Explore the attractions at Bay Beach.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Pickleball on-site
A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
Steps from the shore
Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Bay Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Bald Head Island, NC
Bay Beach
Place, Bay Beach
3 min walk
Bald Head Island Country Club
Place, Bald Head Island Country Club
13 min walk
Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
25 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bunk room
2 Twin Bunk Beds
King main suite
1 King Bed
Queen bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Queen suite
1 Queen Bed
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
New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club
Welcome to "FerryTale Retreat!"
Fresh for Summer 2026: Experience the island from our newly rebuilt expansive decks – designed for stargazing and catching the South Beach breeze! Located just steps from the sand, FerryTale Retreat offers a 4 bedroom escape featuring views of the Atlantic and the perfect vantage point for island sunsets. With two golf carts and high-speed Wi-Fi included, you'll have all the comforts of home just minutes from the beaches, clubs, shopping and dining.
FerryTale Retreat guests are eligible for to purchase guest membership at the Bald Head Island Club. This access grants you entry to top-tier amenities including the acclaimed golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and the private fitness center and pool. We recommend coordinating your guest membership through the club's portal immediately after booking to ensure your family enjoys the full range of excellent social and recreational activities available during your stay.
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 primary bedroom suite on the upper level has a king bed, 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 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 there are 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, soap come in each bathroom. We also supply starter dish detergent, paper towel and toilet paper rolls.
Two 4-seater golf carts will transport you around the island.
We provide beach towels, all linens, pre-arrival cleaning, high-speed wireless internet service and four smart TV's.
The large outdoor area downstairs features 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.
A propane grill with tools are at the ready for you.
"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! ______________________________________ 10/10 Excellent - Denise C. June 2025 Great house and location We had a great time at Bald Head and would highly recommend this house.
10/10 Excellent - Melissa M. June 2025 amaSEAing Everything about our stay was amazing! We loved the location, the access to BHI Club for the pool, the two golf carts and the supplies of beach towels, chairs and beach toys for the kids! BHI exceeded our expectations, and we can't wait to come back!
10/10 Excellent - Ryan J. May 2025 beautiful visit The home was lovely and just as expected. We loved the family coziness and views, this was perfect for our family.
10/10 Excellent - Phil B. May 2024 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!
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.
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Property # 2007137
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Bald Head Island
Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation 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. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Kayaking, windsurfing, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Bald Head Island Country Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K
Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Koko Cabana
The Pub Of Southport
Frequently asked questions
Does New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club?
As of Sep 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club on Oct 11, 2026 start from $826, 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.
Is New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is New decks, ocean views, steps to South Beach, close to shopping and BHI club located?
This family-friendly Bald Head Island vacation 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 mi (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Edie Surratt and Katie Barker
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
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests