Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home BHI Club - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

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

"Al Mare" on Bald Head Island
Highlights:
Sleeps 8 - Six in 2 Bedrooms and Two on sleeper couch (K/DD/Sleeper Couch)
2 Full Baths
BHI Club*
Pet Friendly w/ entirely enclosed patio area
1 Six Passenger Golf Cart
Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig
Beach Gear: Chairs, Umbrella, Towels Supplied

2023 TOTAL RENOVATION. Amazing Ocean Vistas 2 Bedrooms, 2. Baths, (Sleeps 6 and 8 using a sleeper couch). At "Al Mare" you will savor the spectacular vistas of the ocean from this home which is steps from the beach. Sit on the couch or upper or lower open decks and watch the dolphins in the water The sunsets are handsome!

Al Mare is ideal and comfortable for modest families or two couples, girl's weekend away or men's golf trips. This home has two suites; one with a king bed, en-suite bathroom with upsized shower; The second bedroom has two full beds and full bath. Cozy living room with a sleeper couch, dining room and kitchen all flow to an upper deck overlooking the ocean. Great porches - front and back give you phenomenal outdoor living space.

The open floor plan in the Kitchen/Dining/Living accepts everybody to socialize in the completely outfitted kitchen with open access to the deck overlooking the ocean. Sunset vistas in the evening are marvelous. Al Mare is in the beautiful Flora's Bluff - a prime location on Bald Head Island. steps to a beach access for the cottages. Very close to everything - the BHI club, eateries, stores and the marina Head Island Club. The home is also well located with a enormous open area in front for the kids to play at the end of the cul-de-sac and a modest, fenced yard for family pets and to appreciate a gathering around the BBQ.

A very short cart ride gets you to the new BHI Club Aquatic Center which features 4 new tennis courts, a playground, short-grass recreational area, workout facility, multiple swimming pools and water slide, croquet course, casual and fine dining and, of course, the George Cobb designed, award winning 18-hole golf course.

Bald Head Island is only accessible by boat or by a ferry, which departs frequently out of Southport, NC. Southport is 40 mins. from the Wilmington, NC (ILM) airport. A tram ride to the villa is supplied with your ferry ticket. Reservations are required. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bicycle or by foot.

This home comes with a 6-seat golf cart, 2 adult beach bicycles, 4 new beach chairs, body boards and an abundance of beach toys, and an umbrella. Please bring your own helmets. Additional bicycles can also be rented at Riverside Adventure. Please note that while we guarantee the availability and condition of the golf carts, we cannot guarantee the condition of the bicycles.

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.

We have a professional property manager who lives full time on the island to make your stay as delightful as possible. They will be able to help with any concerns once you arrive.

*Club memberships are optional and subject to availability. The costs are separate and not included with the rental of the home.
*Homes with fireplaces are deactivated for the safety of the home and guests.
*There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and guests.
*We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bicycles that may come with the home.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in South Beach, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding 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

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tricks and tips to get the very best Brunswick area vacation property experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Summer months are high season in Bald Head Island. Booking in Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Brunswick area visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have money saving offers on local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation dates, and select a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Ocean Front Cottage 2023 Total Renovation Pet Friendly 5 Star Home BHI Club has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally available on booking websites. If not, email the property owner before you reserve your rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your invoice.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of concerns.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Document any damages to the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if there is a dispute.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect 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 comments.