Ocean Front East Beach \/ 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Welcome to East Wind.

When I was a teenager in the mid 70's we would boat over to Bald Head Island, up Cape Creek and go ashore near Bluff Island. It was a fast hike on a path first made in the Civil War, thru the maritime forest to body surf on East Beach. We had so much fun playing in the emerald green waters. The waves were ideal, a handsome Conch found with even a short walk down the beach. Bald Head Island was undiscovered country: handsome, wild, an adventure!

Guests are amazed by the privacy and beauty of our ocean front property. A 500 foot driveway leads to East Wind. Once there one will be surrounded by the natural beauty of Bald Head. East Beach to the front, Cape Creek to the back and a 40 acre private nature preserve to savor exclusively. Guests see broad natural vistas like one would see visiting a ranch out west, except it's at the Beach!

Watch the sunrise over East Beach, appreciate a glass of wine while the sun sets over Cape Creek, or if one is so bold, take the private nature trail and see the Bald Head I grew up with in the 70's: gorgeous, wild, an adventure.

The beach experience at East Wind is unmatched. With private beach access you're just steps away from the best beach on Bald Head, East Beach. The prevailing currents on East Beach keep the muddy Cape Fear water to the south, making the waters on the beach a beautiful emerald color on most days. Also, the prevailing southwesterly wind during the summer make for beautiful wave action. The wind blows against the waves holding the crest longer. Since East Wind is at the end of East Beach drive, our property provides the most private beach experience on Bald Head Island. It's striking.

If one likes history, you will feel right at home at East Wind. Our bungalow is decorated with period antiques and has an extensive seashell collection. A cannon from 1525 guards the driveway (earliest known example of a bronze cast cannon recovered from a new world wreck. Seen in picture below). Four bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, are decorated in soft pastel colors. Three bedrooms have a queen bed. One bedroom has a double bed. Each bedroom occupies a corner of the home and provides both ocean and marsh vistas! The middle of the home has an open floor plan with a kitchen overlooking Cape Creek, a dining room in the center of the home, and living area with a huge flat screen TV overlooks East Beach.

A additional downstairs playroom makes for a great place to land in between trips to East Beach. The downstairs area has a nice living area, sizable flat screen TV, bathroom, and foosball table. This room was designed to have fun in! (Bonus playroom is connected to the home by outside stairs so it is suitable for older kids or supervised younger kids.)

East Wind has three golf carts, two 4 passenger golf carts, and one two passenger golf cart 'truck' great for grocery store runs, four bicycles, 6 beach chairs, paper products, linens, wine / drink refrigerator etc. Temporary membership in the Shoals Club or BHI club is available for separate purchase by guest.

East Wind is a bungalow and is ideal for modest events of 6 or less. We do not accept reservations for events bigger than 6.


Keywords: Ocean Front, East Beach, Private, Nature preserve

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this cottage is on the beach. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking, surfing/body boarding, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Carolina Beach rental home experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• To find the best value, shift your family's Carolina Beach trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals 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 qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guides have coupons for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by choosing the best vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Ocean Front East Beach \/ 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available online. If not, reach out to the property management company before booking your home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your trip.
• If there's a specific Carolina Beach beach you love, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about your furry family members before booking.

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your visit, record any problem areas upon your arrival. text the host immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your peace. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let crooks spoil your family vacation.
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to compel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience 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 expeditiously to fix it.