High on a dune, great ocean views, spacious home, BHI - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Sea Star is a phenomenal South Beach bungalow, which would be an ideal spot for your next family vacation. Sea Star offers all the modern amenities you'll need while visiting on the island including new flat screen SMART TVs. This home interior blends with outdoor vistas of the sky and sea. Perched on a bluff in Killegray Ridge, this home is located high enough to catch cooling ocean breezes and provide great vistas of the dunes of Killegray and Flora's Bluff. The spectacular Atlantic Ocean provides a calming backdrop for long porch visits. The beach is effortlessly accessible by a private neighborhood boardwalk located across the street and is a mere two min. walk away from the bungalow. The first floor has a completely equipped kitchen adjoining a sizable living and dining room that will conveniently accommodate the entire family. The living area extends out to a huge covered front porch, which is great for observation, conversation, and relaxation. The picnic table located on the additional back deck offers a great place for families to dine. Next to the kitchen is a bedroom suite with a queen bed and one set of bunk beds, a full bath and front porch. The master bedroom is located upstairs and offers a king, full bath, and a porch featuring sweeping vistas of the ocean, including even some glimpses of legendary Frying Pan Shoals. Down the hall from the master suite is another bedroom that includes a queen, a set of bunk beds, and a full bath. A Crofter Cottage is located across the back deck of the main home, next to the outdoor shower and picnic table. The Crofter Cottage offers a king bed, full bath, coffee maker and wine/drink cooler. New in 2021 suitcases racks, portable in-home doggie gate, portable in-home desk, picnic bench, gas grille arriving in March, constructed in beverage refrigerator and more. Sea Star is an superb choice for single or multiple families. Sleeps 12 (max.). 4 bedrooms (1K-1K-1Q,1BB-1Q,BB). 4 full baths. 1 1 half bath. (1) 4 passenger cart. (1) 6 passenger cart. Pet Friendly. Saturday/Saturday. 5:30 p.m. arrival/10:30 a.m. departure.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Flora's Bluff, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. Caswell Beach and Carolina Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Strategies to get the best vacation rental experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• To find the best vacation home within your budget, we suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers frequently offer guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guides contain discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Planning, selecting, and booking yourrental:

• First, have your family choose a vacation week and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration you need. High on a dune, great ocean views, spacious home, BHI has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before you book the property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what is optimal for your vacation.
• If there's a particular Carolina Beach attraction you love, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Put the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at departure. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to drive more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.