Classic Coastal Cottage 3 BR 3.5 Baths Walk to Marina, Beach and Old Baldy - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2200 square feet

"The Keep on Bald Head Island, NC"
Highlights:
Sleeps 9 in 3 Bedrooms (K/K/Q, and a Twin-Size Day Bed) (Bonus 4th enclosed office with a Sleeper Couch)
3 Full and 1 Half Bath and an outdoor shower
1 Four Passenger Golf Cart and 1 Six Passenger Golf Cart
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, umbrella, beach towels are supplied.
Kid Friendly - A pack n play & highchair are supplied.
Clubs - There are no guest membership options available with this home.

For those seeking tranquility and serenity, surrounded by nature and generous natural light, this is the ideal home for your BHI vacation. Relaxation and leave the anxiety behind is the immediate feeling you will get when you enter this 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath Bald Head Island hidden gem.

This classic Bald Head Island bungalow greets you with an open deck for lingering while appreciating the tree breezes and birdsong -(Painted Buntings often spotted). Inside, the open floor plan starts with a window-surrounded living room boasting plenty of natural light and multiple vistas of the Island's resplendent Maritime Forest. You can snuggle here on the comfortable furnishings, or step outside onto the back porch and listen to the sounds of the west beach surf. This is the ideal spot for dining under the stars and enjoying the outdoor living this home provides. A side enclosed porch provides a private work out gym overlooking the live oaks.

Back inside, the XL kitchen affords places for all to gather while the chefs will delight in the kitchen's many amenities for cooking up great meals and memories. This floor also homes two King bedrooms and two full baths. If you just have to work while you are here (hopefully not) you can spend time in the peaceful office/sitting room with full desk behind French doors. This room also features a sleeper couch for more guest space.

Upstairs, a third bright bedroom awaits with one queen bed, a single size day bed, and a cozy couch for mid-day naps and a full bath. This well-appointed home provides everything you need to make your BHI vacation a special one.

Game On - in the lower-level game room with multiple opportunities for family fun and entertainment.

We have a professional property management team who live full time on the island to make your stay as enchanting as possible.

Climb to the top of “Old Baldy,” which is the oldest lighthouse on the East coast. It was constructed in 1817 and originally commissioned by Thomas Jefferson. Hike and wind your way around live oaks hundreds of years old and through the nature paths that Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers used in the ancient Maritime Forest. An modren grocery market, spa, and shopping area is a short golf cart ride away. Discover the Bald Head Island Conservancy at the end of South Beach, where you can learn about the island’s wildlife. Sign up for classes, including the fashionable evening “turtle walks” to search for and observe nesting Loggerhead Turtles and if your timing is right, even watch their hatchlings heading to the ocean for the first time!

Bald Head Island is on one of North Carolina's southernmost cape islands - Cape Fear. With no cars and no hordes, Bald Head Island preserves the natural beauty and anxiety-complimentary lifestyle of a simpler time. It's 14 miles of pristine beaches make it the ideal vacation spot.

Please note:
*This home does not provide temporary memberships to either of the two clubs on the island.
*Homes with fireplaces are likely deactivated for the safety of the home and its guests.
*The barbell shown in the gym area has been removed for the safety of guests
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and its guests.
*We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bicycles that may come with the home.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best vacation property experience:

When to visit Bald Head Island & When to reserve a Carolina Beach rental home:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Reserve your Carolina Beach rental in Fall or Spring months to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer renters an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain coupons for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Filter your rental search:

• Select your vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Classic Coastal Cottage 3 BR 3.5 Baths Walk to Marina, Beach and Old Baldy has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking pages. If not, call the property manager before you reserve the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out what is optimal for your trip.
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a rental that allows animals. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Advice for a great stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. Put the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your peace and quiet. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out 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.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to stimulate future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.