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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
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
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Balcony or patio
Explore the area
Bald Head Island, NC
Bald Head Island Conservancy
Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
6 min walk
Bay Beach
Place, Bay Beach
6 min walk
Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
30 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Detached garage crofter
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Twin
3 Single Beds
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
crofter bathroom
Garage · Toilet · Shower only
half bath
Toilet
master bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
twin bedroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.
This beautiful renovated Nantucket inspired cottage in Surfmans Walk is nestled in the maritime forest, just a short East Beach, the most popular beach on BHI. It is also a short walk (and even shorter golf cart ride) to Shoals Club, The Commons Park, Bald Head Island Conservancy and miles of biking, hiking and walking trails. Your hosts, Catherine and Brian, make sure you have everything you need to have a beautiful beach vacation.
The two screened porches and tree-canopied patio with fresh salt air and the sounds of soothing surf in the distance offer a perfect backdrop to read, drink a glass of wine, cook out, have your morning coffee and relax with family. The back screened porch has a beautiful swinging bed and directly accesses a boardwalk complete with ancient oaks, Spanish moss and a community gazebo. Outdoor deck is outfitted with gas grill and comfortable seating. Al fresco dining is available in the screened-in porch and the deck.
This house provides extra privacy as each bedroom has it’s own bathroom and smart TV. There are two bedrooms in the main house. The master bedroom has a king bed. The other bedroom in the main house has 3 twin beds (2 twins and a trundle). There is also a detached tree-house style guest cottage over the garage, which provides extra privacy with a queen-sized bed, smart TV and ensuite full bathroom. The crofter being detached from the house gives the guests added privacy and quiet.
Cottage is well stocked with all the comforts of a relaxing beach vacation—WiFi, 2 golf carts (6-person and 4-person), heated outdoor shower, 6 beach chairs, 4 cruiser bikes, cooler, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach umbrellas, sand toys, boogie boards, surf board, board games, books, puzzles, portable high chair, pack n’ play crib, Keurig and regular coffee makers, blender, crock pot and fully stocked kitchen. Bike helmets are not provided. Bike pump is in the garage.
Weekly rentals are Saturday-Saturday in summer. We will entertain shorter stays outside of the high season. Message me to discuss.
Our house has the option to purchase temporary memberships at Shoals Club (pool/restaurant/beach access/fitness center) AND Bald Head Island Club (golf/tennis/pool/restaurant/croquet/fitness center). Not all homes have access to both clubs. Shoals Club is closest to the house (5 minute walk), oceanfront and offers pools, dining, bars, fitness center and beach access. Bald Head Island club offers golf, tennis, croquet, dining, pools, park and water slide. Both clubs offer beautiful views and excellent food. Photos of the clubs are included in the pictures for our house.
If playing golf on vacation is important to you, then you need to rent a house that provides the option for a golf membership to BHI Club. This house provides this option.
Another benefit of our house is having 2 golf carts—4-person and 6-person. 2 carts enable groups to separate for the many different activities the island has to offer.
Amazing restaurants, a spa, and a fully stocked market are minutes away from this quintessential Bald Head beach cottage.
In short, our goal is for you to have everything you need to enjoy the perfect vacation. We will take good care of you on your stay.
Please message me with any questions.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
• Be out of the house by 10:00 am on checkout day.
• Load and run dishwasher.
• Wash, dry and fold BEACH TOWELS.
• Leave beds made up.
• Gather towels in bathroom floor.
• Throw away or pack all food items.
• Take out trash.
• Put ‘yes’ sign on front of garage for garbage pick-up.
• Park both golf carts in garage, plug them in to charge, close and lock garage doors.
• Leave golf cart keys on the key rack in kitchen.
• Lock all doors (front porch, back porch, crofter, garage).
• Put at least one house key back in lock box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
You must be a licensed driver to drive the golf carts. All NC driving laws apply to golf carts on the island.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9179782
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Bald Head Island Conservancy - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Oliver's on the Cape Fear
Market Cafe
Frying Pan
Loco Jo's Grill
Frequently asked questions
Is Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. located?
This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Catherine
I live in North Carolina. I am a native North Carolinian. I am a mother of 2 beautiful daughters. I am married to a great guy who happens to be my best friend. I have been fortunate to travel a lot, but BHI is truly my family’s ‘happy place.’ My mother was a consummate caregiver and she treated our family to many memorable vacations on BHI. She loved the island and loved sharing it with us. When we were with her, she thought of every detail to make us comfortable. Sadly, my mother, aka "Gaga," died unexpectedly in 2019. My father and I decided to honor her by purchasing this house and naming it after her—‘Gaga’s Gift.’ Our family feels closer to my mother on the island because we shared many good times with her there. She loved the bountiful natural beauty of the outdoors on BHI. She loved big family meals, walking on the beach, basking in the sun and reading on the porch. We will honor my mother by continuing the beautiful family traditions she started for us at Bald Head. We will honor her by sharing ‘Gaga’s gift’ with our VRBO guests and taking good care of them, just like Gaga would.
Things I love about BHI: Dolphins (access 23 in early morning and dusk) Eating by the pool at Shoals Club --Sandbar Grill Looking for hatching turtle nests Drinks at The Palms patio or around the fire pit at BHI Club Surfing at East Beach Running Walking Biking Sunsets (access 23, BHI Club, beach access behind the ferry) Easter sunrise service at Village Chapel Christmas Eve service at Village Chapel Breakfast at Maritime Market Cafe Yoga, massages and facials at the spa Long walks on the unspoiled beaches with no crowds Wine in a rocking chair at the gazebo at Shoals Club (my favorite view on the island) Family time Outdoor time Safety—being able to let my kids roam freely on their bikes when they were younger (not many places you can do that!) Italian ice at Mike's deli at the Conservancy Hikes in maritime forest Watching boats in the marina
Why they chose this property
Our family has been visiting BHI for many years. We fell in love with the island on our first visit. Over the years, we have stayed in a variety of homes on different parts of the island, but we like the location of this property due to it’s proximity to East Beach and Shoals Club. I can walk to East Beach in two minutes! We also love that the house is nestled in the maritime forest. It has a tree house vibe, surrounded by the shade of twisted tree branches and palms, yet we can hear the ocean waves. The house provides lots of privacy because each bedroom has it’s own bathroom. There are also 2 porches and a deck to provide additional living areas for families and friends to spread out and relax. For even more privacy, there’s the detached bedroom over the garage (in BHI these are known as crofters). Since the crofter is detached from the house, it’s a favorite for guests who have different sleeping schedules or want even more privacy. My father goes to bed earlier than the rest of our family, so he loves sleeping in the crofter.
What makes this property unique
Option for club membership at Shoals Club AND Bald Head Island Club with GOLF/TENNIS.
2 golf carts—6 person and 4 person.
PRIVACY: Every bedroom has it’s own smart tv and bathroom.