Coastal Living at its finest. - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2400 square feet

Located in a grove of elegant palm trees in esteemed Creek Estates, you will find this like-new, elegantly furnished, 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath beauty, featuring a main home and attached guest home. Its central location, within mins. to the market, beaches, BHI Club and chapel, makes it ideal to appreciate all the island has to offer.

Sit and relax amidst the relaxing breezes on one of the sizable porches, which connect the main home and guest home, making it the ideal layout for enormous/multiple families, weddings and groups. The main home, featuring a reverse floor plan, has three bedrooms on the lower level, all with attached full baths. The main living area on the second floor is full of natural light, with high, beamed ceilings and a entirely equipped gourmet kitchen, including adjoining dining area, family room and powder room. Savor morning coffee or dinner al fresco on the upper level deck, which is complete with a gas grille and outdoor eating space overlooking the lush sanctuary near the creek. The guest home contains one bedroom on each level; downstairs homes the master suite and upstairs is a bunk room, ideal for multiple kids or can serve as a third master, both with an en suite full bath. Additional amenities include: 2 four-seater golf carts in dedicated garage bays, enclosed outdoor shower, storage area with bicycles/beach gear, and full-size washer/dryer in the laundry room.

This well-appointed home has been professionally decorated by the interior designer owner (and Coastal Living Designer Network Member) and mother of four, so it is completely supplied for families and entertaining for all occasions. Don’t miss the opportunity to jump on this classic coastal beauty and make this YOUR Coastal Haven!

*BHI Club "House" Temporary Guest Membership available with this home for additional purchase. "House" membership is a Social membership granting access to the Club eateries and aquatic center. For 2022, the BHI Club has modified their registration process. If interested in obtaining, please do so quickly as memberships will be capped and sell out. More information may be found on their website.

A personal note from the owners....

Welcome to our little piece of heaven, Coastal Haven! We have been coming to the island for the last few years and wish we had found it sooner. We have four kids ages 22, 20, 16 and 13, three girls and boy. We live on Maryland's Eastern Shore and while we have ample beaches within a short drive from home, there is nothing like Bald Head Island.

This is the place where we can be fully present. It is unlike anywhere we have ever experienced. There is something about no cars and being surrounded by nature that lets you take it all in. The forest and the beaches are countless and open for all to discover. When our kids get to the island they are gone before our bags hit the floor. They are off on bicycles and skateboards, running complimentary with no cares other than to discover and be kids. We spend our days playing on the beach, looking for shells and riding the waves. Then we hit the pool for some afternoon fun, snacks and drinks before dinner, whether that's cooking at home, or appreciating one of the exceptional options on the island. We appreciate Mojo's sushi, cooking fresh salmon from the market, or a astounding steak dinner at the BHI Club, to name a few. There are also happy hour evenings on the beach and if the winds are cooperating, even s'mores around a beach fire (with the proper permit of course!). We typically round out the evening with a very intense game of Uno around the dining room table.

There is usually a daily trip to the market for one thing or another, from breakfast at the cafe, to restocking our food supply, and even great wine tastings. With three daughters, the stores are a regular stop - each has its own style and full of great souvenirs to take home. Mike's Bites is usually a daily visit too, whether it's for boxed lunches or his one-of-a-kind frozen ice, it's the ideal cool treat on a hot day.

There is the weekly Turtle Trot 5k, which is open to everybody and benefits the Conservancy (plus you get a great t-shirt for participating). We follow all of the turtle nest hatchings and excavations, which is an impressive opportunity for all ages to experience nature firsthand. It has given our kids the gift of appreciating the efforts of the Conservancy and respecting nature through hands-on experiences. There are bird outings, kayaking, surfing, paddle boarding, fishing and even nighttime rides to monitor the sea turtle nests with the interns. There are countless activities through the BHI Club as well, from kids' camps, to family games and holiday special events. After all of this activity, don't forget there is a full-service spa to pamper you, too!

Over time, we have created our own cherished rituals, like getting up early to watch the sunrise on East Beach, adopting turtle nests and looking for the elusive intact sand dollar on our beachcombing expeditions. There is the peaceful time too - at the home, sitting in the open air, on a porch or a deck, feeling the breeze and listening to nothing but nature. This is what vacation should be about. This place offers everybody the opportunity to unplug and relax from the chaos and noise of every day life. This time with our family is priceless. The memories are countless and the days go by in a blur of bliss. In a world where we go so fast, here we savor every moment of taking it slow. We are so thankful to have this modest piece of the island and we want our guests to savor it as much as we do.

This is our vacation home, and we have taken great care to make it yours, too. We have rented countless beach properties here and elsewhere over the years, so we are resident experts (with very high standards) on what makes for a comfortable, clean and exceptional beach vacation property. As a Coastal Living Designer Network Member, this is my specialty. Everything in this home is brand new and we hope the furnishings and finishes will set it apart from anything you have experienced. We have tried to incorporate all of the details and amenities that we enjoy into this home, down to even the smallest visitors. As parents of four, we know what it's like to haul all of the 'stuff,' so we have tried to minimize that for our guests.

This home is ideal for families of all sizes, multiple families, friends, couples, girlfriends' getaways, guys' trips, graduations and weddings to name just a few! It is unique with its attached, but separate guest home, as well as the central location to everything on the island. There are plenty of spaces to be together, or find some peaceful time alone. The amazing grove of palm trees surrounding the home is nothing short of good for the soul and we hope you will leave counting the days until you return!

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is on a river. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Cape Fear area rental property booking tips:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• To find the best value, consider shifting your family's Cape Fear area vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Often, rental management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitors guides which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to choose the best rental:

• To start, have your group agree to dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Coastal Living at its finest. has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property owner before reserving the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is best for your group.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

During your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• To make certain that damages aren't attributed to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. Get in touch with the host right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect your property!
• Double-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a fantastic stay? Most rental managers make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.