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The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!
Cottage in Bald Head Island with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 6 1400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bald Head Island, NC
- Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy3 min walk
- Place, Bay Beach6 min walk
- Place, Bald Head Island Lighthouse
- Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
The Surf Shack BHI; 2BR beach cottage on East Beach!
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.
The Surf Shack at BHI is the best place for your family and friends to experience the magic of Bald Head Island. With 2 bedrooms each with their own bathroom, it is perfect for 2 couples or a family with children. Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Surfman's Walk, it is only a short bike ride or golf cart to East Beach or Shoals Club.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the porch, ride to the market for coffee, and spend your days at the beach.
We have a one year old so have outfitted the house to be well equipped for young families.
Kid features: 2 pack and plays, a large walk in closet that fits one of the pack and plays for baby/toddlers to sleep in (completely dark with outlets for monitors), Dohm sound machines in both rooms, a high chair, and an inflatable bath tub. We also have seatbelts on the golf cart for extra safety while driving around. Additionally, if you would like help in securing a babysitter for some days or nights during your time on the island, we are happy to provide a few resources to find those. We always love having the option of an adults night out and there are tons of sweet high school + college girls on the island with their family during the summer who love to babysit.
PETS: We do allow a maximum of one pet, no cats (dogs only) and must be small or medium size. Please note there will be a pet fee and pets are not allowed on the furniture.
SHOALS CLUB ACCESS. Info for temporary membership will be sent after booking.
We also provide a brand new 4 person golf cart. If you would like to rent an additional cart that can be done through Cary Cart Company on the island by visiting their website.
There are bikes and beach chairs for you to use while you are there. In addition, we have books, puzzles, games, and everything you should need for the duration of your stay to make it the perfect getaway.
Bikes: 5 Adult ** We DO NOT guarantee bikes, beach towels (please bring your own), beach umbrellas or beach gear. Note that sometimes bikes or beach gear has to be cycled out due to wear so these numbers could be different at different times.
Beach Chairs: 4
Crockpot: Yes!
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet
**Linens and bath towels are included in rental. Beach towels are not included so please bring your own!
**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. We are not able to coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up will be sent upon booking your rental.
PLEASE NOTE: We are updating some of the decor over the next few months. Some pictures you see might not be completely accurate to what you see when you arrive. The good news is that is should only be better than before! Thanks for understanding :)
Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: Sunday (7 night minimum, Sunday to Sunday only)
We do not offer refunds for cancellations outside of our defined cancellation policy NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES. We strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance through a verified insurer. This is often very inexpensive and can cover the cost of your trip if unforeseen circumstances arise.
The Surf Shack at BHI is the best place for your family and friends to experience the magic of Bald Head Island. With 2 bedrooms each with their own bathroom, it is perfect for 2 couples or a family with children. Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Surfman's Walk, it is only a short bike ride or golf cart to East Beach or Shoals Club.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the porch, ride to the market for coffee, and spend your days at the beach.
We have a one year old so have outfitted the house to be well equipped for young families.
Kid features: 2 pack and plays, a large walk in closet that fits one of the pack and plays for baby/toddlers to sleep in (completely dark with outlets for monitors), Dohm sound machines in both rooms, a high chair, and an inflatable bath tub. We also have seatbelts on the golf cart for extra safety while driving around. Additionally, if you would like help in securing a babysitter for some days or nights during your time on the island, we are happy to provide a few resources to find those. We always love having the option of an adults night out and there are tons of sweet high school + college girls on the island with their family during the summer who love to babysit.
PETS: We do allow a maximum of one pet, no cats (dogs only) and must be small or medium size. Please note there will be a pet fee and pets are not allowed on the furniture.
SHOALS CLUB ACCESS. Info for temporary membership will be sent after booking.
We also provide a brand new 4 person golf cart. If you would like to rent an additional cart that can be done through Cary Cart Company on the island by visiting their website.
There are bikes and beach chairs for you to use while you are there. In addition, we have books, puzzles, games, and everything you should need for the duration of your stay to make it the perfect getaway.
Bikes: 5 Adult ** We DO NOT guarantee bikes, beach towels (please bring your own), beach umbrellas or beach gear. Note that sometimes bikes or beach gear has to be cycled out due to wear so these numbers could be different at different times.
Beach Chairs: 4
Crockpot: Yes!
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet
**Linens and bath towels are included in rental. Beach towels are not included so please bring your own!
**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. We are not able to coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up will be sent upon booking your rental.
PLEASE NOTE: We are updating some of the decor over the next few months. Some pictures you see might not be completely accurate to what you see when you arrive. The good news is that is should only be better than before! Thanks for understanding :)
Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: Sunday (7 night minimum, Sunday to Sunday only)
We do not offer refunds for cancellations outside of our defined cancellation policy NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES. We strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance through a verified insurer. This is often very inexpensive and can cover the cost of your trip if unforeseen circumstances arise.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Bald Head Island
Located near the beach, this cottage is in Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.
Bald Head Island, NC
What's nearby
- Bald Head Island Conservancy - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fishy Fishy Cafe
- Oliver's on the Cape Fear
- Frying Pan
- Provision Company
- Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Mackenzie Williford

Hi! We are the Williford-Kuhne family. We have been visiting Bald Head for over 10 years and recently bought The Surf Shack so we can share the magic of Bald Head with others.
Why they chose this property
The Surf Shack is perfect for when you just need a small space for you and your family or couple friends. We will provide you with a custom guidebook that tells you everything you need to know about the island including how to get here, activities for kids, best photo spots, how to get your temporary club membership, where to eat, and more!
We can also help arrange private transfers for you from either ILM or MYR to make your stay that much easier.
We can also help arrange private transfers for you from either ILM or MYR to make your stay that much easier.
What makes this property unique
Shoals Club access for all guest through the purchase of a temporary membership.
Super kid friendly. 2 pack and plays and a highchair provided. Each room has it's own bathroom making it perfect for two families with small children.
Super kid friendly. 2 pack and plays and a highchair provided. Each room has it's own bathroom making it perfect for two families with small children.
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