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Beautiful quiet home on Bald Head Island - short walk to beach

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A porch with a white railing, a door leading to a room with a lamp, and a small window with blinds.
A spacious living room with a teal sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A teal-colored sofa with a sun-patterned throw blanket, a coffee table with a book and a vase of flowers, and a chandelier.
A cozy living room with a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.
A pathway through a dense forest with trees and foliage on both sides.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪24 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kent Mitchell Nature Trail - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • The Pub Of Southport
  • Locals Family Diner
  • ‪Market Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jailhouse Provisions - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful quiet home on Bald Head Island - short walk to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beautiful quiet home on Bald Head Island - short walk to beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful quiet home on Bald Head Island - short walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful quiet home on Bald Head Island - short walk to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful quiet home on Bald Head Island - short walk to beach located?

This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Bay Beach and Kent Mitchell Nature Trail. Bald Head Island Conservancy and Smith Island Museum of History are also within 2 miles (3 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. 90 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 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
We absolutely loved our stay at Sheltering Oaks. The home was clean and well stocked. The location can’t be beat, for us especially because we brought our dog. Nice shaded quiet streets nearby for puppy walks. The host was responsive - so easy to get in touch by text. Check in and check out was seamless. Just a perfect location. We hope to return next summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2026
Thanks so much for the great review, Maryellen! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and we home to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thanks for staying with us! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well furnished. Kids room upstairs works well for teenagers who want their own space. Both carts worked well. Kitchen easy to use. AC was fine for what was a hot week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2026
Thanks for staying with us! Hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful, relaxing stay. The house was well appointed and the layout was perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
Thank you for the review! We loved having you and hope you come back to stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic stay! House was very clean, golf carts worked great, host was super communicative and helpful! Loved the location, close to the beach and market but also secluded enough that it was very peaceful in the evening. Hoping we can stay here again next time we visit the island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for the great review, Taylor! We loved hosting you and can’t wait to welcome you back to Sheltering Oaks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the perfect location between the market and beach yet on a private lot with a cul-de-sac and long driveway perfect for keeping kids and pets corralled. The owners were quick to respond to questions and couldn’t have been nicer.
Short walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Thank you so much, Annie! It was as a delight to host you and your family and we hope we get the chance to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Location

I enjoyed being in the shade but so close to the beach and Maritime Way. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
Thank you, Allie! We appreciate the great review and hope to have you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Palm Court

Clean, great location, easy and relaxing. Loved our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you, Emily! Come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mid-week getaway

Wonderful getaway for me and my daughter to celebrate her graduation from high school.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you for choosing Sheltering Oaks! Hope you come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation!

This was our first time on Bald Head and we had such a great trip. The house was so cute, clean and a great location! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for the great review, Kaitlyn. We cannot wait to welcome you back at Sheltering Oaks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT BALD HEAD ISLAND STAY

This is a wonderfully located home in the center of BHI near the beach as well as near to the market. The attractive home is in a quiet and secluded spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for the kind review and glad you enjoyed your stay at Sheltering Oaks. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for us.

Perfect space for our family, perfect location, perfect amenities, perfect hosting. Certainly our first choice for a future visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the great review, Allan! We can’t wait to welcome you back to Sheltering Oaks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great, quiet location!

Really enjoyed our stay. The location is ideal if looking to get away some place quiet and secluded on bald head. Also appreciated that the furniture/appliances/etc were fairly new, especially compared to many other houses we have stayed at on the island! Overall a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you!! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

August BHI

We loved our stay at Sheltering Oaks! The house had everything we needed for a wonderful vacation. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was a pleasure to host you at Sheltering Oaks and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband and I stayed for a long winter weekend and found everything to be perfect. Great house in a central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you, Erika! It was a pleasure to have you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, peaceful and close to the beach

Our stay was very relaxing, quiet home, close to the beach, fun for families! We enjoyed the beach, fishing, riding bikes and home-made and take-out meals on the screened in porch. The home is quite comfortable, we enjoyed the island wildlife, and appreciated having the dog along for the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Thank you for the great review! We are so glad that your stay at Sheltering Oaks was enjoyable. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best vacation spot ever!

Our stay on bald head island was simply amazing! The house was perfect in every way and the owners communicated every detail and quickly dealt with any questions we had. Perfect week had by all!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you SO much, Ashley! We appreciate that you've stayed with us multiple times and are always such a wonderful guest to host. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location on the island!

Home is cozy! Location is superb... close to market & beach. 2 golf carts a plus. We had a great time and hope to get back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you for the review. Monica. We hope you'll come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week

The house was beautifully appointed and perfectly located. We had a delightful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review, Eddie! Hope you come back and stay with us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

We loved our stay at Sheltering Oaks. The location was perfect for going to the beach and getting to the market. We loved how it was nestled in off the road. It is a very cozy home. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you so much, Marie! It was a pleasure to host you and we can’t wait for you to return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Get Away

We had a great time at Sheltering Oaks. Very nice location. Perfect for our family to have a quick trip to BHI. Thanks to Kristen for her advise on our travel plans and ferry schedule.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you, William! Hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific!

Really nice, well maintained house. Perfect for a small family. Central location on BHI! Close to everything but plenty of privacy for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
Thank you for the great review, Joseph! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

March long weekend

Long weekend, great stay. No issues. Great location near the market and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you! Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Lovely property in great location on beautiful BHI! Close to beach, restaurants, shopping and groceries. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you so much, Tiffani! We can't wait to welcome you back to Sheltering Oaks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!!

Perfect location!Very nice and clean!The back and front porch was relaxing and welcoming!Loved, that it was very private!Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home and hope we can again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review. We hope to host you again
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