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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
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Bald Head Island, NC
Bald Head Island Conservancy
Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
4 min walk
Bay Beach
Place, Bay Beach
4 min walk
Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
31 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
About this property
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, the beauty & serenity of being tucked into the edge of the maritime forest right before the forest transitions into beach topography AND a quick 3 to 4 minute walk to arguably the best beach access on Bald Head Island. This is the last non-private beach access before the developed portion of Bald Head Island transitions from a dozen or so homes north of the beach access into miles and miles of undeveloped beach. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS is also near the Shoals Club. A 4 and a 6 seat golf cart to explore the island are included in the rental.
I'm Tom and my background is Design-Build and interior design and my "better half" is Lindy and her background is interior design and international furniture sales. We are SuperHosts on the "other site" and Premier Hosts on this site for the 6 bedroom vacation rental we do on our farm near Chapel Hill NC and have enjoyed hosting VRBO guests on our farm so much that we bought this home on Bald Head Island to do our "design and construction magic" and open it up to other families to enjoy.
Here is what differentiates our Bald Head home from the typical Bald Head home:
1. A quiet and shaded maritime forest setting where the maritime forest is beginning its transition into beach topography yet only a quick 3 to 4 minute walk to arguably the best beach access on Bald Head 2. The contemporary and comfortable design flair of the interior 3. Large "retreat style" bedrooms that are well-separated (no two bedrooms or bathrooms share a common wall) and give folks a chance to get away from the group and have privacy when they want some autonomy. 4. Two over-sized screen porches as well as an open deck , pergola and patio, all on the sunny south side of the home providing a myriad of options for outdoor living .
Best of Both Worlds is located on a quiet street in the edge of the maritime forest yet so close to the ocean the sounds of the breaking waves can lull you to sleep at night.
Enter the beach access that is only a quick 3 to 4 minute walk from our home and turn to your left and walk past the handful of remaining houses on the island and then you could literally walk for hours and see nothing but nature and the undisturbed beauty of miles and miles of untouched undeveloped Atlantic ocean front. No homes. No roads. No artificial dunes. Just literally miles and miles of nature and the Atlantic Ocean taking its course and sculpting the topography without man's interference.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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By booking this property Renter agrees to: (1) Google & read and accept all the terms and conditions of the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act
(2) Pay to repair any damages caused by the Renter or Renter's guests to Owner's home or golf carts.
(3)TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS OWNER FOR ANY LIABILITY CLAIMS BY RENTER OR GUESTS AGAINST THE OWNER TO THE EXTENT THAT SUCH CLAIMS EXCEED $5,000.
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You need to know
Property # 2322253
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Bald Head Island
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood 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 hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
Bald Head Island Conservancy - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Frying Pan
Loco Jo's Grill
Market Cafe
Provision Company
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 does it cost to stay at BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest?
As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest on Aug 20, 2026 start from $1,132, 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?
Onsite 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?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest located?
Located in Cape Fear Station, this vacation 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 mi (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Tom and Lindy
I am a retired Design-Build guy and Lindy is a retired interior design gal. Even though we are both retired from doing projects for other clients we still like to dabble with our own personal projects and do about one project each year. Last year we transformed our farm in the Chapel Hill area into a park-like oasis that stays rented on VRBO and the other major online booking site virtually non-stop. We lived at BHI last Spring and worked on this project 7 days a week for 3 months. The photos shown online do not include approx 30% of the furniture nor do the photos include the smart flat screen TV’s in every living area and bedroom. We encourage our guests to unplug from TV’s and computers and smart phones when they visit BHI but do acknowledge that sometimes we all need to plug back in and catch up on new or biz or friends so we do provide very fast and reliable internet with a mesh network that pushes the signal out into the yard and to to crofter.
Why they chose this property
Location. Location. Location.....tucked into the edge of the maritime forest where the forest begins its transition to beach topography and only a quick 3 to 4 minute walk to the best non-private beach access on BHI since that beach access is the last non-private beach access and is the gateway to explore literally miles and miles of undeveloped unspoiled beach.
What makes this property unique
Add to this location our design and construction expertise and you have a beautiful home in an ideal location.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests