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Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club

Family-friendly holiday home in Bald Head Island

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room - Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite Bathroom - Primary Bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet

Shared Bathroom #1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared Bathroom #2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club

Privately nestled in the woods, Bait's Motel is a spacious property with plenty of room to spread out. Updated in 2024 and in 2025, the home has a variety of comfortable spaces for gathering, relaxing, and playing.

**Notice of Potential Property Showings: Please be advised that the property is on the market for sale. As such, there may be occasions during your stay when real estate agents may request to show the property to prospective buyers. We will make every effort to provide you as much notice prior to any scheduled showings and minimize any inconvenience to you.

The open-concept floor plan creates a sense of airiness and flow throughout the property. The step-down living room has is a welcoming space, with a Smart TV and decorative fireplace, adorned with large windows adjacent to the open aired porch. A full-sized air hockey game sits next to the living room for indoor fun and has a dry bar for convenience.

The fully equipped kitchen has been thoughtfully supplied to cater to your culinary needs. It features stainless appliances, ample counter space, and window seating. For al fresco dining, a screened porch sits just outside the kitchen area. In addition, there is a more formal dining table with plenty of seating.

Bait's Motel offers four well-appointed bedrooms upstairs, each providing a peaceful sanctuary for restful nights. The large primary bedroom has a king bed and an ensuite bathroom. The three other bedrooms offer a room with queen bed, a room with two twin beds and in 2024, a bunk room featuring four beds was added, All bedrooms have Smart TVs. Two full baths are in the upstairs hallway.

Downstairs is a media room with another TV. The home has lots of games for family fun.

A porch swing is on the exterior next to the Weber propane grill. In addition, a full-size stand-alone freezer is inside, and an additional fridge is in the garage.

The home comes with three golf carts: a 6-seater, a 4-seater and 4-seater convertible.

Despite its seclusion, the property is conveniently located near South Beach, BHI Club and the market/shops.

Guests may apply for “house” membership (dining and pools, no golf or other sports) at The Bald Head Island Club.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Within two weeks of booking, guest must acknowledge having read the Rental Agreement by messaging property management thru the VRBO platform.

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 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 in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is by the sea. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kent Mitchell Nature Trail - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Frying Pan
  • Provision Company
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room

Frequently asked questions

Does Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club located?

This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-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).

About the host

Hosted by Edie Surratt and Katie Barker

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