IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTE: From Memorial Day weekend through the second week in August our home ONLY rents BY THE WEEK from SUNDAY to SUNDAY. All booking requests for reservations during the last week of May, JUNE, JULY, and the first 2 weeks of AUGUST must be for a SUNDAY TO SUNDAY booking or the reservation request will not be considered for approval.
During NON-summer months AFTER the second week of August UNTIL Memorial Day weekend our home MAY be available for minimum 3 day rentals depending on the month and week and how close to your reservation date you are booking (we normally only approve requests for reservations that are less than one week in duration if they are made less than 30 days prior to arrival since we like to leave our calendar open for and give preference to families who want to book a weekly rental instead of just a 3 night weekend rental. Off season HOLIDAY WEEKEND rentals normally require a minimum 4 night rental unless booked one month or less prior to the reservation start date). Please send an inquiry if you want to book for less than a week during the non-summer non-peak season and we will let you know if the particular time period you want to book is available since we give priority to weekly rentals but do accept a request for a âlong weekendâ rental of just 3 nights during non-summer months for non holiday weekends if the request is made less than 30 days in advance of arrival date on a non holiday weekend or less than 7 days in advance of arrival date if it is a holiday weekend.
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, the beauty & serenity of being tucked into the edge of the maritime forest right before the forest transitions into beach topography AND a quick 3 to 4 minute walk to arguably the best beach access on Bald Head Island. This is the last non-private beach access before the developed portion of Bald Head Island transitions from a dozen or so homes north of the beach access into miles and miles of undeveloped beach. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS is also near the Shoals Club. A 4 and a 6 seat golf cart to explore the island are included in the rental.
I'm Tom and my background is Design-Build and interior design and my "better half" is Lindy and her background is interior design and international furniture sales. We are SuperHosts on the "other site" and Premier Hosts on this site for the 6 bedroom vacation rental we do on our farm near Chapel Hill NC and have enjoyed hosting VRBO guests on our farm so much that we bought this home on Bald Head Island to do our "design and construction magic" and open it up to other families to enjoy.
Here is what differentiates our Bald Head home from the typical Bald Head home:
1. A quiet and shaded maritime forest setting where the maritime forest is beginning its transition into beach topography yet only a quick 3 to 4 minute walk to arguably the best beach access on Bald Head 2. The contemporary and comfortable design flair of the interior 3. Large "retreat style" bedrooms that are well-separated (no two bedrooms or bathrooms share a common wall) and give folks a chance to get away from the group and have privacy when they want some autonomy. 4. Two over-sized screen porches as well as an open deck , pergola and patio, all on the sunny south side of the home providing a myriad of options for outdoor living .
Best of Both Worlds is located on a quiet street in the edge of the maritime forest yet so close to the ocean the sounds of the breaking waves can lull you to sleep at night.
Enter the beach access that is only a quick 3 to 4 minute walk from our home and turn to your left and walk past the handful of remaining houses on the island and then you could literally walk for hours and see nothing but nature and the undisturbed beauty of miles and miles of untouched undeveloped Atlantic ocean front. No homes. No roads. No artificial dunes. Just literally miles and miles of nature and the Atlantic Ocean taking its course and sculpting the topography without man's interference.
By booking this property Renter agrees to: (1) Google & read and accept all the terms and conditions of the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act
(2) Pay to repair any damages caused by the Renter or Renter's guests to Owner's home or golf carts.
(3)TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS OWNER FOR ANY LIABILITY CLAIMS BY RENTER OR GUESTS AGAINST THE OWNER TO THE EXTENT THAT SUCH CLAIMS EXCEED $5,000.
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Om omrÄdet
Bald Head Island
Denna semesterbostad ligger nÀra stranden i Cape Fear Station, en stadsdel i Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse och Oak Island Lighthouse Àr lokala sevÀrdheter, och bland omrÄdets turistattraktioner hittar du North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport och North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Kolla in omrÄdets djurliv med aktiviteter som naturpromenader och fÄgelskÄdning.
Bald Head Island Conservancy - 4 min till fots - 0.4Â km
Bay Beach - 4 min till fots - 0.4Â km
Ta sig runt
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min med bil
Restauranger
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Oliver's on the Cape Fear
Frying Pan
Provision Company
Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
Vanliga frÄgor och svar
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Incheckning börjar 16.00.
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Utcheckning sker senast klockan 10.00.
Var ligger BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Beach AND Maritime Forest?
Denna semesterbostad i Cape Fear Station ligger tio minuters promenad frÄn Bay Beach och Bald Head Island Conservancy. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail och Bald Head Island Lighthouse ligger ocksÄ 5 km hÀrifrÄn.
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10/10 UtmÀrkt
Brooke H.
14 sep. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
We had such a wonderful stay at this Bald Head Island home! The house was extremely comfortable, beautifully maintained, and so well equippedâit truly had everything we needed and more. From the moment we arrived, it felt like home. The location is perfect, with easy access to everything the island has to offer. The owners were absolutely fantastic to work withâfriendly, communicative, and quick to respond to any questions. We couldnât have asked for a better experience and canât wait to come back!
Brooke H.
Bodde hÀr 3 nÀtter i augusti 2025
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Teresa B.
24 aug. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Very nice property - we loved all the outdoor spaces and screened in porches. The fence was great to have as we had our dog with us. The Cape Fear location is our favorite location on the island. The owner is very helpful and prompt to respond to any issues.
Teresa B.
Bodde hÀr 13 nÀtter i augusti 2025
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Annie and Mark T.
21 aug. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
We loved our stay at Best of Both Worlds! Perfect location, excellent accommodations, great owners. Our dog loved the yard. This house is one of those that looks even better than the photos!
Annie and Mark T.
Bodde hÀr 14 nÀtter i juli 2025
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Joe B.
8 juni 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
We had a great time! House is fantastic and Tom, the host, could not have been more attentive.
Joe B.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2025
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Molly A.
22 maj 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
excellent!
excellent on all counts! location ,cleanliness, well stocked with everything you might need, good beds, close to beach and can hear the ocean, dog friendly, and communication with host! we had an extended stay , loved it and will be back!
Molly A.
Bodde hÀr 3 nÀtter i maj 2025
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Molly A.
5 maj 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
excellent Bald Head home
Beautiful, well cared for property! Tom is very easy to communicate with and we enjoyed our entire stay at his home. Very well decorated and had every amenity needed, in the kitchen and every room!We will definitely return ! The location is great in the forest and very close to beach access- certainly the Best of Both Worlds!!
Molly A.
Bodde hÀr 9 nÀtter i april 2025
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Brian M.
2 jan. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Wonderful stay!
We had an amazing visit to Tomâs beautiful home on Bald Head Island! The home was tastefully decorated, had a well equipped kitchen and was very comfortable! The fenced in yard was terrific for our black lab and the golf carts were new, easy charge and got us around the island effortlessly. Bald Head Island was a great place to ring in 2025 and weâre looking forward to a return to Tomâs place. He was great with communication, and responded quickly to any questions we had. 5 stars!
Brian M.
Bodde hÀr 5 nÀtter i december 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Emily C.
3 dec. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Wonderful Off Season Stay
We had a great Thanksgiving holiday! This house had a ton of room for our extended family and a great kitchen for large meals. Bald Head is a great place to visit any time of year!
Emily C.
Bodde hÀr 4 nÀtter i november 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
John M.
21 aug. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Family Beach Trip
Property was 5 minute walk from East Beach. House itself was wonderful and well appointed with amenities. Kitchen was well-stocked with everything you need. Owner provided new beach chairs (6+), umbrellas, bikes, and outdoor grill was fantastic (spare propane tank was also provided). Golf carts were new and a pleasure to use. We've been coming to BHI for 9 years and this house checked all of the boxes that we look for in a house on BHI. Thanks Tom and Lindy
John M.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i augusti 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Chip B.
8 aug. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Chip & Cindy
Everything was absolutely amazing!! The bonus was getting to know Tom in the process. I feel like I've known him forever. The house is huge and has anything that you could imagine. Beautiful property!
Chip B.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Ami L.
21 juli 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Amazing Stay!
This property was exactly as described, even more beautiful in person. Communication with host was quick, courteous, and incredibly helpful. We were a party of 4 couples and it accommodated us perfectly, every conceivable amenity. We will be back!
Ami L.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Howard K.
14 juli 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
What a week!
Wonderful house with all the amenities! Short walk to an uncrowded beach. Hosts were very helpful and provided excellent assistance. We had a terrific time!
Howard K.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Mary Jane K.
12 juli 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Beautiful home and wonderful location
Our entire family absolutely loved staying here a few weeks ago. Easy walk or bike ride to East Beach and I wish my own kitchen was as well stocked! The house was immaculate, comfortable and roomy and we will definitely be coming back again. The fenced yard was a huge plus with our dogs, as was the outdoor shower, the bikes and the beach chairs. Our host was beyond helpful and responsive both prior to the visit and during the week. I can't recommend the whole experience high enough.
Mary Jane K.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Sonya S.
7 juli 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Loved it!
The house was absolutely perfect for our family! It was perfectly situated in a quiet location close to the Shoal's Club and the beach. The yard was adorable and the house was also very cozy and clean. Tom was accommodating and helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely come back and stay again!
Sonya S.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2024
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Jaime W., Southport NC
18 dec. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Wonderful
Loved the house and area! The owner was the best ever! Canât wait to stay again!!
Jaime W.
Bodde hÀr 5 nÀtter i november 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Ali W., Williamsburg
14 sep. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Perfection
We stayed for a "week after labor day" vacation with family and our toddler. This house is perfect in every way. Fully stocked, comfortable beds, decorated wonderfully, and very clean. Hosts were incredibly responsive and went out of their way to make our stay easy. Great location on the island. I have no complaints. Our best VRBO experience ever.
Ali W.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i september 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
shula b.
27 aug. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Bald Head Island vacation
This was our second time staying at Best of Both Worlds and it was as terrific as the first. We love the location, the house and especially the incredibly equipped kitchen. If I could change just one thing I would make one of the bedrooms with twin beds. That would be easier for siblings sharing a room. The hosts are responsive and any concerns quickly addressed. Hoping to return next summer.
shula b.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i augusti 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Alice I.
27 juli 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Dream Vacation!!!
We'd never been to BHI, but already have plans to return next Summer! And The Best of Both was that indeed and had absolutely everything we needed to "set it and forget it."
A few of my favorite quotes from our stay at the Best of Both:
The Mr.: The pictures really don't do it justice
The 7YO: WE GOT A MANSION!
The 11YO: I call dibs on the guest house, it has a full size fridge!
Me: Where did they find those cool iron fish, we need one!
All: We never wanna leave.
It was the full gambit of emotions by the end and a full week of memory making.
This retreat was more than a roof over our heads in between times at the pool and beach, it was an experience that we questioned leaving before going to spend time at the pool or the beach.
Tom, what you and Lindy share with others is nothing short of spectacular. From the charming phone call prior to our arrival, to the insider tips upon request, to the end where we realized we didn't need to reach out for a darn thing, but knew you'd be at the ready if we'd needed to: THANK YOU.
Alice I.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Wendy L.
26 juli 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Amazing Week in Best of Both Worlds.
We highly recommend this property. Best of both worlds has everything you could want for a wonderful vacation on Bald Head Island. The location is ideal with quick access to east beach and Shoals club. The house is beautiful and has everything you will need for relaxing and feeling at home, including a well stocked kitchen, games, and plenty of space to spread out as well as entertain. The bedrooms are all comfortable and private.
Tom and Lindy have thought of everything and they are very responsive and attentive to your needs.
Wendy L.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Tamara B., Boone, NC
20 juli 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Favorite rental on BHI!
We absolutely loved the house! It was even better than the pictures. Every bedroom was private and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was super stocked and there was a coffee/tea station that was also stocked.
We were nicely surprised with a delicious bottle of wine waiting for us.
Tom is a super host! His communication is great and he checked on us several times through texts. There were great instructions for checking in and out. You can tell he and Lindy(who was out of the country) are into the details.
The location is the best and close to the Shoals Club and East Beach. The large fenced in yard gave privacy and would be great for dogs.
We definitely took advantage of the bikes! They were in great condition.
We hated to leave and look forward to âBest of Both Worldsâ in the future.
Tamara B.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Andrew A., Chapel Hill
18 juni 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Family and dog friendly home near east beach
A perfect stay one minute away from beach access 42, with a fenced in yard for dogs and separate crofter. Lots of room, artistically designed home, with all of the needed amenities!
Andrew A.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Kendall O., Asheville, NC
14 juni 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Really lovely home
We were a little uncertain about the Maritime Forest location as we typically stay near the beach. In the end everyone agreed this location was better! It is an easy walk to the beach access and a bit farther (but definitely walkable!) to the Shoals Club. We loved having a yard, as did Katy (our miniature golden doodle). The yard is lovely with beautiful live oak trees and a nice gazebo. The two screened and two open porches allowed us to eat and just hangout and enjoy the space. The home is well-designed with great space and privacy - beautiful/tasteful furnishings and a great kitchen with everything we needed. Tom, the homeowner, was very helpful/responsive with a couple of questions we had and our 15-year old loved having his own space in the crofter. It was a wonderful week and we appreciate Tom & Lindy for allowing us to visit. PS - there is an outdoor shower!
Kendall O.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Sarah W.
1 maj 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
The best house
This property is amazing. Super clean, has everything you need and decorated perfectly. We rented 8 properties over the week for other family and this house was everyoneâs favorite. Tom is a wonderful host. 10 out of 10!
Sarah W.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i april 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Matthew G., Charlotte
1 maj 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Amazing Family Getaway
Best of Both Worlds is an accurate name for this great property. We (2 adults, 1 infant, 2 dogs) were looking for a getaway to relax and play. We were a short walk from the beach which we felt like we had to ourselves and the dogs played every morning. We would slip back for a quick nap while the birds chirped followed by lunch in the beautiful kitchen. The fully fenced-in yard is rare on BHI and was great for us with two dogs and a young kid.
The home is laid out very thoughtfully (no bedrooms share a wall so everyone has privacy) with two screened-in porches and a stunning interior. We will be renting here again.
Matthew G.
Bodde hÀr 4 nÀtter i april 2023
10/10 UtmÀrkt
Erin D.
12 apr. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Just as excellent as the first time!
This was our second time staying here, and it was just wonderful. It's in the perfect location, and in excellent condition.
Erin D.
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i april 2023
Om vÀrden
Tom and Lindy Àr vÀrd
I am a retired Design-Build guy and Lindy is a retired interior design gal. Even though we are both retired from doing projects for other clients we still like to dabble with our own personal projects and do about one project each year. Last year we transformed our farm in the Chapel Hill area into a park-like oasis that stays rented on VRBO and the other major online booking site virtually non-stop. We lived at BHI last Spring and worked on this project 7 days a week for 3 months. The photos shown online do not include approx 30% of the furniture nor do the photos include the smart flat screen TVâs in every living area and bedroom. We encourage our guests to unplug from TVâs and computers and smart phones when they visit BHI but do acknowledge that sometimes we all need to plug back in and catch up on new or biz or friends so we do provide very fast and reliable internet with a mesh network that pushes the signal out into the yard and to to crofter.
Varför vÀrden valde detta boende
Location. Location. Location.....tucked into the edge of the maritime forest where the forest begins its transition to beach topography and only a quick 3 to 4 minute walk to the best non-private beach access on BHI since that beach access is the last non-private beach access and is the gateway to explore literally miles and miles of undeveloped unspoiled beach.
Vad som gör detta boende unikt
Add to this location our design and construction expertise and you have a beautiful home in an ideal location.
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