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Reviews
10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10215 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
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  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Washer
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  • Dryer
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  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Popular LocationBald Head Island Conservancy6 min walk
  • Popular LocationBay Beach8 min walk
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Royal Tern. Gorgeous Cape Fear Station Home Near the Ocean

Located in quaint Cape Fear Station, The Royal Tern offers convenient access to the beach, The Shoals Club and island shopping. Luxury, comfort and convenience are offered in this elegant four bedroom, four bathroom Bald Head Island Home.

Guests to The Royal Tern will enjoy the reverse floor plan and a large kitchen and living room area, expansive outdoor porches with ample sitting for everyone. Featuring two primary en suite bedrooms with direct access from both onto the outside porch. With one primary bedroom located on the first floor with a queen bed, and the second primary with a king bed located on the second floor guests traveling together will have added privacy. Additional guest bedrooms are located on the first floor including a bunk room with four comfortable beds as well as a bedroom offering a queen size bed. The additional guests rooms share a hall bath.

Gilling made easy with an outdoor propane grill, cooking is a breeze in the well stocked kitchen and entertainment includes a Smart TV as well as bikes and beach chairs. The outside furniture is as comfortable as the inside furniture and make enjoying the wonderful outdoors a special treat. The large back yard is ideal for games and spotting the island's wildlife like deer. The detached garage is located behind the house with a boardwalk connecting it to the main house. An outdoor shower is located by the garage.

Temporary Memberships to the Bald Head Island Club and the Shoals Club are available with the rental of this home for an additional fee. Registration for both or either to be completed by the renter on the clubs websites.

Sleeps 10 (max.). 4 bedrooms (1K-1Q, 4 bunks-1Q). 3 full baths. 1 half bath. (1) 4 passenger cart and (1) 5 passenger cart. Three minutes to beach access. Peak season arrival/departure day is Sunday with a 4:30 p.m. arrival/10:30 a.m. departure.
Past Reviews:
Reservation ID #HA-GQT3SQ
Wonderful stay! We will be back next year! May 2022
Reservation ID #HA-NYQWVB
The house was just beautiful. It was clean with great furnishings and supplies. The kitchen was perfect for cooking and eating take out. I was so thankful for the condiments, coffee, plastic wrap and starter supply of household items. The location was a short walk, bike ride or golf cart ride to the beach. We enjoyed the Shoals Club most days which was close by. The neighborhood was very quiet and we loved it. This was our first visit th BHI and we will certainly be back. June 2022
We loved this house! Not a detail was overlooked. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need! Beds and pillows were super comfortable and the linens were very nice. We will be back! July 2022.
Reservation ID #HA-ZJ2C92
This was our first time staying at the Royal Tern, second time in BHI. The house was fantastic- from the large and airy kitchen and main living space, to the bedrooms, down to the littlest beachy details. The outdoor shower, screened in porch with fan and the custom bunk beds were also huge pluses. Comfortably slept our family of 4 and our friend’s family of 3. We’re also huge fans of the location - the house is a few minute’s ride to Shoals, mike’s bites (iykyk) and the Bald Head Island Conservancy. We had a little health scare with my 4 year old son and they were super helpful with recommendations on and off the island Highly recommend! August 2022.
Reservation ID #HA-0PCJBW
Royal Tern is a great property if considering a short or long term get away . Residence and its layout was ideal for our family and our girls friends. More than enough space to share or escape as desired . Screened in porch was ideal for morning coffee and entertaining at night . All necessities for a weeks stay were on hand kitchen wise . Great property if looking for a property with character and close proximity to east beach . July 2022.
Reservation ID #HA-PJQBTB
Our two families fell in love with this charming home. It was beautifully decorated, yet comfortable enough for our children to make themselves at home. Edie and Katie made sure we had everything we needed to be well-prepared for our first trip to Bald Head Island. We loved reading on the porch, playing games around the dining room table, driving the golf carts around the island, and flying the kites at the beach. We can't wait to return! August 2022.
Reservation ID #HA-GQT3SQ
Wonderful stay! We will be back next year. 2022

Property manager

Reservations at Intracoastal Rentals
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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 6 min walk
  • Bay Beach - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Frying Pan
  • Provision Company
  • Edgewater 122
  • Moore Street Oyster Bar

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming, well-appointed oasis
Our two families fell in love with this charming home. It was beautifully decorated, yet comfortable enough for our children to make themselves at home. Edie and Katie made sure we had everything we needed to be well-prepared for our first trip to Bald Head Island. We loved reading on the porch, playing games around the dining room table, driving the golf carts around the island, and flying the kites at the beach. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There’s No TernIng Back!
This was our first time staying at the Royal Tern, second time in BHI. The house was fantastic- from the large and airy kitchen and main living space, to the bedrooms, down to the littlest beachy details. The outdoor shower, screened in porch with fan and the custom bunk beds were also huge pluses. Comfortably slept our family of 4 and our friend’s family of 3. We’re also huge fans of the location - the house is a few minute’s ride to Shoals, mike’s bites (iykyk) and the Bald Head Island Conservancy. Edie and crew were amazing! We had a little health scare with my 4 year old son and they were super helpful with recommendations on and off the island Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great overall experience
Edie and his team could not be more accommodating . Timely with questions and very thorough from the the start . Royal Tern is a great property if considering a short or long term get away . Residence and its layout was ideal for our family and our girls friends. More than enough space to share or escape as desired . Screened in porch was ideal for morning coffee and entertaining at night . All necessities for a weeks stay were on hand kitchen wise . Great property if looking for a property with character and close proximity to east beach .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House
Beautifully decorated, well appointed kitchen, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

lynn h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO on the Island
We loved this house! Not a detail was overlooked. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need! Beds and pillows were super comfortable and the linens were very nice. Katie and Edie were super attentive, prompt and easy to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by Reservations at Intracoastal Rentals

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The Royal Tern relaunched in 2023 on VRBO. Because it is a new account the old reviews did not transfer.

Why they chose this property

Past Reviews from VRBO guests:
NEW to VRBO - Luxurious 4 BR, 3.5 BA w/ BHI & Shoals Clubs available

Reservation ID #HA-D0TGRB
A wonderful place to stay! The home was perfect and the property managers were so attentive, accommodating, and easy to work with. We would definitely stay here again!
Date of arrival - May 15, 2022

Reservation ID #HA-NYQWVB
The house was just beautiful. It was clean with great furnishings and supplies. The kitchen was perfect for cooking and eating take out. I was so thankful for the condiments, coffee, plastic wrap and starter supply of household items. The location was a short walk, bike ride or golf cart ride to the beach. We enjoyed the Shoals Club most days which was close by. The neighborhood was very quiet and we loved it. Katie and Edie were very welcoming and responsive during our stay. Thank you! This was our first visit th BHI and we will certainly be back. Date of arrival - June 3, 2022

Reservation ID #HA-7GRJRK
We loved this house! Not a detail was overlooked. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need! Beds and pillows were super comfortable and the linens were very nice. Date of arrival - July 8, 2022



What makes this property unique

Reservation ID #HA-ZJ2C92
This was our first time staying at the Royal Tern, second time in BHI. The house was fantastic- from the large and airy kitchen and main living space, to the bedrooms, down to the littlest beachy details. The outdoor shower, screened in porch with fan and the custom bunk beds were also huge pluses. Comfortably slept our family of 4 and our friend’s family of 3. We’re also huge fans of the location - the house is a few minute’s ride to Shoals, mike’s bites (iykyk) and the Bald Head Island Conservancy. Edie and crew were amazing! We had a little health scare with my 4 year old son and they were super helpful with recommendations on and off the island Highly recommend!Reviewer location - Philadelphia, PA Date of arrival - August 5, 2022

Reservation ID #HA-0PCJBW
Edie and his team could not be more accommodating . Timely with questions and very thorough from the the start . Royal Tern is a great property if considering a short or long term get away . Residence and its layout was ideal for our family and our girls friends. More than enough space to share or escape as desired . Screened in porch was ideal for morning coffee and entertaining at night . All necessities for a weeks stay were on hand kitchen wise . Great property if looking for a property with character and close proximity to east beach . Date of arrival - July 22, 2022

Reservation ID #HA-PJQBTB
Our two families fell in love with this charming home. It was beautifully decorated, yet comfortable enough for our children to make themselves at home. Edie and Katie made sure we had everything we needed to be well-prepared for our first trip to Bald Head Island. We loved reading on the porch, playing games around the dining room table, driving the golf carts around the island, and flying the kites at the beach. We can't wait to return! Date of arrival - August 19, 2022

Reservation ID #HA-GQT3SQ
Wonderful stay! We will be back next year











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