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Great family 5 bedroom Beach home

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Front of house - upper and lower decks
Porch along front of house - 6 rocking chairs and dining table and chairs
Great morning sun for coffee
large open living area
small second fridge in living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great family 5 bedroom Beach home

5 bedrooms / 3.5 bath home. Home sleeps 10 - 12 comfortably. It is the perfect location for get togethers for family and friends. The upper level open kitchen, living, dining area is bright , warm and welcoming. An upper level deck stretches across full front of house and has several rocking chairs and dining area. The home is only a short walk to the beach. Features of home: upper level has master suite with king size bed, tv, en suite bath, large walk in closet, accessible deck entry; 3 additional bedrooms on this level: two with queen size beds and one with 2 twin beds. There is a full hall bath for these three bedrooms to share as well as a half bath. On the lower ground level floor there is a large open room with two sets of bunk beds (sleeps 4), couch, tv, and game table. There is a full bathroom on this lower level. The outdoor shower is also on this level. The house has hardwood floors throughout. Additional features: 3 TVs, internet, 3 four - passenger golf carts, 6 bikes plus youth bike, well equipped kitchen with new cabinets, quartz countertops and stainless farm sink, beach toys, kayaks ( 2 single and 1 double), bogie boards, poker table. Pet friendly. See house rules regarding pets and pet fee. Bald Head Island Club temporary membership available for additional fee.

The home rents weekly, Sunday to Sunday, during the peak season. During the off season home is available for a minimum stay of three nights.
CANCELLATION POLICY. If canceled at least 60 days before scheduled check-in, Tenant will receive a full refund. In the event of a cancellation within 60 days of check-in and if the Premises are re-rented on the terms set forth in contract, then the Tenant shall receive a refund of all payments.
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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n play and highchair on site
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Events

No events allowed
No exceptions.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Prior Approval. $200 non refund pet fee. Up to 2
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry no where on property!
REQUIRED: Must have valid drivers license to operate golf cart. Under-age driving not permitted and could result in local fines!
REQUIRED: Signed rental agreement must be submitted prior to stay!
IMPORTANT: VRBO maintains your credit card on file. Owner has 14 days after ck/out to assess the property and submit a claim to VRBO for any damages.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 491999vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No exceptions.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bald Head Island Country Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kent Mitchell Nature Trail - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Locals Family Diner
  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
  • Loco Jo's Grill
  • Southport Tap And Cellar

Frequently asked questions

Is Great family 5 bedroom Beach home 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 Great family 5 bedroom Beach home?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great family 5 bedroom Beach home on 3 Nov 2026 start from £521, 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 Great family 5 bedroom Beach home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great family 5 bedroom Beach home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great family 5 bedroom Beach home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great family 5 bedroom Beach home located?

This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) 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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here, and it is still as advertised. Clean, comfortable and a great central location on the island. The three carts are a great bonus with multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the hatchlings house! The house is beautifully decorated and has such a fun history as being one of the original houses on the island. We were also impressed with the cleanliness of the property. Host was super communicative and house is very well stocked and organized.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thanks for staying at our home and for your review. We are delighted to know how much you enjoyed saying at our home. It is our goal to have our guests have a wonderful vacation at our home and on Bald Head. We hope you will return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great place!

We had an awesome vacation. The place is in a great location centrally located between the market, shops, and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Great to hear you had an awesome vacation. Thanks for staying at our home. Please think of us for future vacations on Bald Head.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first time to BHI was incredible. We don’t want to vacation at any other beach now! We have a family of 4 younger kids and had two grandparents with us. The kids loved the adventure on the ferry and tram to get to our house. The Hatchling House is located across the main road from the south beach (the best beach). Sharon and Jim are kind and very easy to work with and reply very quickly to any email we sent. We took advantage of their BHI resort membership and got a 2-day guest pass to the pool and tennis/pickleball courts. Totally worth it. Only wish the resort had a hot tub. The house was very clean, well organized, well-stocked in the kitchen (I love cooking and they had everything I needed). We will absolutely be returning to the hatchling house in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thanks for staying at our home and for your review. We are delighted to hear how much you and your family enjoyed Bald Head Island (it is a special place for our family too). It is our goal for folks to enjoy staying at our home and using its amenities. Great to hear how well our home worked for you. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the Hatchling House! It was a great location and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the family for meals and fun evenings and were as for the three golf carts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thanks for your review and for selecting our home for your family vacation. Great to hear how well our home worked for your family. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and attentive owners. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Thanks for staying at our home on Bald Head. Delighted to hear you had a great time. Please think of us for future vacations on Bald head.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family beach house! Well stocked house which is always appreciated when you are flying
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Thanks for staying at our home. Great to hear our home worked so well for you. Please think of us for future visits to Bald Head.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great rental property!

Great rental property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our home and your stay on Bald Head.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

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

Great family beach house!

We had a lovely long weekend stay at this great house. Beautifully decorated, very nice layout, perfect for our family. Great location too. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Wonderful to know you enjoyed your stay at our home on Bald Head. Your specific comments are very much appreciated. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Great Family Week

Sharon was very helpful and responsive to all of our questions and needs. Property was clean and had all the supplies needed for a week away. Would definitely come back. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Delighted to hear that you had a great time staying at our home on Bald Head, and that we were helpful in making your stay a pleasant one. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

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

Great Labor Day Family Vacation

Loved our stay. Sharon was awesome and even met us at the dock when we arrived. The house is lovely and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

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

Perfect Location to the Beach

Wonderful house that is very comfortable. 3 Golf carts was super helpful. The location is perfect to the beach and golf club.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thanks for staying at our home on Bald Head and for your review. We are very glad to hear that our home and its amenities worked so well for you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Repeat Customer

We’ve enjoyed this family friendly beach home for the second time. We’ve vacationed at BHI for many years, and this home is one of our favorites due to location and inviting home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2024
Thanks for renting our home again. It is great to hear that our home and its location works well for you and your family. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

BHI

Very clean home and great hosts. Very good location with easy access to the beach and other area's.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2024
Thanks for staying in our home and for writing a review. We enjoying communicating with our guests to help make their stay on Bald Head enjoyable. We look forward to your return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Beautiful home, wonderful trip!

The home was spacious, clean, in a great location and truly exceeded our expectations for our vacation! The owners were very easy to get in contact with and extremely helpful when we had questions. We would love to come back and visit this home and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a vacation rental!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for your positive comments. We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation. We definitely hope you return again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Thanksgiving break

Lovely home, people are very friendly on the island and lots to do. The beach is beautiful’
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kara m.

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

Perfect for large family

Wonderful house with plenary of room for family with kids. Very clean and easy check in and check out. Great kitchen and open living room and bedrooms are tucked away and is quiet even when when people are in living room. Loved our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2022
Thanks for staying in our home, and for writing the review. We were delighted to hear that our home worked out so well for your family. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S M Ishfaque A.

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

Wonderful trip with a gorgeous house

A long needed vacation in a gorgeous beach house is what my mates and I needed and it’s what we got! Excellent communication and a full set of all the items one could need to enjoy your time at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Thanks for staying at our home and for your review. We are delighted to learn that our home and your stay on Bald Head worked out so well for you and your 'mates.'
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

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

Perfect family getaway

We loved our family getaway at Hatchling House. Location was ideal as we were close to the beach, market and BHI club. House was bright and airy, and we loved the open family room/kitchen and large porch. Very comfortable and clean house with great communication from owners.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2023
Thanks for staying at our home and for your review. It is great to hear that our home worked out so well for your family. We appreciate the opportunity to communicate with our guests to help them enjoy their stay on Bald Head. Thanks for taking good care of our home. We hope you will be able to return in the near future.
Verified

8/10 Good

salli b.

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

Beautifully decorated, Plenty of room for family and friends in this historic home

Baldhead Island is the best beach in North Carolina for nature lovers! We enjoyed the many bicycles for exploring the island. A very short Walk to the beach. The great room kitchen dining room combo is Perfect for cooking family meals, and hanging out with everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thanks for staying at our home and for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay on Bald Head and at our home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

clayton h.

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

Delightful Stay in BHI

We just spent a week at the Hatchling House and my only regret is that we didn’t book another week. The home, one of the first built on the island, is perfect for families with kids and is a one minute cart ride to South Beach and very short trips to East Beach, the Marina, and the market. We hope to stay there again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2022
Thank you for your review. It is great to hear you enjoyed our home and its location on the Island. We are delighted to see that you have already booked for next summer, and look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valarie M.

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

Wonderful House

The house is very clean and well stocked. The decor was beautiful and the house had so much natural light. It was a perfect beach house feel. The property owners were easily accessible and very helpful. I would rent this house again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Great to hear you enjoyed your stay at our home. It is very rewarding for us to know our guests appreciate what our home has to offer, and our efforts to be easily accessible. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Memorial Day Vacation

This is a great family beach home. The property owners are very easy to communicate with and responsive to our questions. The house is extraordinarily well equipped, and was spotless when we arrived. The home accommodates a large family with multiple bedroom and great gathering room and large kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2024
We are delighted to hear that our home worked so well for your family. We try to equip our home with the amenities needed for a very pleasant stay, and good to hear that worked for your group. We hope you will think of us for future vacations on Bald Head.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Fall Break Trip

Despite some sketchy weather early on, we had a wonderful visit to BHI. The house was a perfect fit with plenty of room for our family and the Lightbourne's could not have been more accommodating to ensure a great experience. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2023
Despite the sketchy weather early in your visit, we are very glad to hear you enjoyed your time on Bald Head and at our home. It was a pleasure having you at our home and working with you. We look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

This was one of our favorite houses that we have stayed in. Immaculate inside

Bright and Cherry house with a well stocked kitchen and plenty of room for the entire family. Short walk to the beach. Both the bikes and golf carts were in excellent shape. Can’t wait to return in the near future and we hope this wonderful house will be available at that time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for your thoughtful comments. We are so glad your whole family enjoyed our home. Hope you return soon.

About the host

Hosted by Sharon and Jim Lightbourne

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Jim's parents lived on the island for years. His parents were very involved with the island conservancy. Malcolm was an artist and the house is named after his painting 'The Hatchlings' which hangs at the BHI Conservancy. Our daughter was married on BHI and our son proposed to his fiancee on BHI. Bald Head has been a wonderful summer vacation spot for our extended family for years. We hope to continue this tradition for many years to come. We are so excited to have bought this home in summer 2013.

Why they chose this property

As soon as we saw this house, we knew it was the perfect home for our family, with a great location on the island. The large open living area is a wonderful space for family gatherings. This area is enhanced by the easy access to the large porch. The upper level porch has dining and seating areas. The lower level porch offers shade.

What makes this property unique

Built in 1974, this is one of the 17 'generator' generation homes built on BHI. It has been beautifully updated while keeping it's original charm. The vaulted ceiling in the open living room gives the home a spacious feeling. It is conservatively decorated with fun beach accents.The bright blue, red, and white colors are lovely. The home is located on a cul-de-sac lane, just a short walk to the beach. Evenings on the porch are spectacular.

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