Great family home with crofter, located middle of island! - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

BEST FEATURES!

Centrally located and close to the Maritime Market
Private crofter access
Entirely outfitted kitchen
2 screened in porches

The Fortress of Solitude is our family's private getaway in the Maritime Forest on remote and handsome Bald Head Island. It is our home away from home and where we feel the most casual. We know you will, too. Centrally located on the island, you can take a 5 min. walk (kids or groceries fit well in the wagon) to the Maritime Market for breakfast or groceries or a 3 min. cart ride to one of the convenient, gorgeous, and empty beaches.
This new home looks like a Pottery Barn dream home. It features an open kitchen and living area. The kitchen has handsome granite countertops, bespoke cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. We pride ourselves on how well-supplied the kitchen is - equipped for most any prepare, and the dining room is bright and roomy. The living areas have beautiful bamboo floors. The master bedroom with king bed is also on the main living level. The bath features tile and granite with a sizable walk-in shower. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, one queen and one with two full/twin bunk beds, plus a bathroom and full-size laundry. The crofter has a fourth queen bedroom and a full bath with its own private entrance, ideal for any Cousin Eddie in your life. Two great screen porches - one dining, one calming - give you choices in outside fun while still wearing your bedroom slippers. As described in more detail below, we have two golf carts, and a number of non-motorized transport options, including adult bicycles, kid bicycles, and a younger kid's scooter.
The Fortress of Solitude will also appeal to the entertainment enthusiast in the family. It features a enormous flat screen TV in the living room, complete with surround sound, a pair of speakers on each porch, AirPlay, a blu-ray player, and Wifi throughout the home and crofter. There are plenty of blu-rays or DVDs to choose from, but feel complimentary to bring your favorites with you. There are additional TVs in the master bedroom and also the crofter. We are Dish Network people, and you'll appreciate the viewing choices - never miss the game with the whole home DVR that accepts you to watch a recorded show on any of the TVs.
More than the cooks and home theater lovers among us, this home is made for kids. The bunk room upstairs has two sets of bunk beds, a modest table and chairs, buckets of legos, blocks, cars, brio trains, puzzles, books, and dolls. There are even a couple of empty toy buckets made just for the toys from home of the more organized youngsters among us. Pack n play and highchair are de rigeur. The kitchen sports kids plates, cups, and cutlery; there are loads of kids movies to watch and stacks of family games in the hall closet. The garage has kids bicycles, wagons, beach toys, kites, a scooter, and other outdoor toys. And, did we fail to mention the family of miniature lizards who like to sun on the outside decking? Hours of enjoyment. In short, relax... the half of your trunk you devote to non-essential kids' stuff when you go on vacation - leave it at home.
Spend pleasant days outside on the porches - one with comfortable seating for a morning coffee or afternoon wine glass and one dining porch that also features additional cooler space. Deer, birds and osprey have been spotted from the porches, so keep your eyes peeled.
There are two four person golf carts for exploring the island. There are adult bicycles for 'splorin', short for exploring, a favorite Island activity. There are also beach chairs and a beach umbrella.
If you prefer, you can arrange your rental to include temporary membership at the Bald Head Island Club, which features a fun and serene pool (imagine water slide AND comfortable sun chairs), top of the line tennis facilities, and the exercise center. There is a new splash pad playground, Also in the Summer, Club activities for kids are a highlight, and the club dining options are ideal for mid-vacay date nighttime or dressy family brunch. We simply pass the weekly temporary membership fee directly on to you as the renter, if you choose. If not, there are miles of beaches waiting for some bare feet and multiple other eateries to choose from - Mexican cantina, anyone?
The Fortress is our family home, and we have decorated and outfitted it as such. It is not a rental. It is most assuredly your relaxing home away from home in a beautiful and nearly magical setting. Come discover (or 'splore) it.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 133 Edward Teach


Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: SUNDAY

Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Social (EVERYTHING BUT GOLF)

**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability

Animals: No

Golf Cart: (2) 4 pass golf cart

Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig

Grille Type: Gas

Bikes: 3 Adult, 1 Child** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear

Crockpot: Yes

Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be supplied with this home

Beach Chairs: 4

WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on refrigerator)


Interested in Units?

**Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com

**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com

**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart units (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-units/


**Linens and bath towels are supplied in rental

**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. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center. 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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the perfect Bald Head Island rental experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in coastal NC. To find the best value, try changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Cape Fear area area magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines contain coupons for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Choosing and booking your prefectrental home:

• Select a group leader, select your dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. Great family home with crofter, located middle of island! has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property owner before booking the property. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly rental. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.