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Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!

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Exterior
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Relax on the high Adirondack chairs on the front porch and listen to nature
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bay Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪26 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪22 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!

We welcome you to love our renovated beach cottage as much as we do! We are tucked away in the Maritime forest with its beautiful live oak trees but only a 2 minute golf cart ride to fabulous South Beach. The large (private for guests only) community pool is only steps away for those who do want to stay close to the house. We have two - 6 passenger golf carts ready for you to explore the island. Our home sleeps 8 guests comfortably. Our first floor has 2 bedrooms each with king beds and adjoining full baths. The second floor has one bedroom with 2 queen beds and its own full bathroom. Each bedroom has a flatscreen Samsung smart TV. We have bikes & beach chairs for our guests to enjoy. Linens and towels (including beach towels) are included. We also include a starter set of all essentials (laundry, dish soap, paper towels/ toilet paper). Our kitchen is fully accommodated for those nights you want to eat in. A Weber propane grill is available for our guests use * please note propane is purchased directly by guests on island and not provided by owners. We take pride in having a clean, convenient, beautiful home for our guests to enjoy! If you have never experienced Bald Head Island you are going to love it! We are a barrier Island with no bridge which makes it super private and a nature lovers paradise! No cars allowed so you will take a passenger ferry to the island which adds to the excitement! A (guest) temporary membership to the (Lifestyle) BHI Club AND Shoals Club are available to purchase directly with the clubs. Depending on your interests, the clubs offer world class golf, multiple pools, tennis, pickleball and several restaurants for you to enjoy.
Our commitment is to provide you with a fully equipped home for you to enjoy beautiful Bald Head Island! The island is truly magical and fantastic for families, couples, multigenerational and guys/girls trips!
**Saturday-Saturday Check Ins only during peak season with a minimum 7 night stay between Memorial and Labor Day holidays**

Property manager

Shanna Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Trash sign in middle of garage needs to be turned to red side “yes” showing
ONLY beach towels must be washed, dried and folded then put back in clear bin above the dryer. (All other linens and bathroom white towels will be handled by cleaners)
Carts MUST be cleaned of trash and debris, then plugged in and charging at departure. ALL garage items to include bikes, must be out back inside garage and garage door closed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please note there are NO fireworks allowable on the island during anytime, including Independence Day week.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near 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 Oak Island Lighthouse. Don't miss out on a visit to North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Koko Cabana
  • Frying Pan
  • Old Bridge Diner
  • Southport Smoke House

Frequently asked questions

Does Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bald Head Island Family Retreat with private pool, BHI & Shoals! located?

Situated in Bald Head Island, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bay Beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum of History are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chip T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
23 Ibis Roost was an excellent house and great location. We loved having the pool right across the from the house. the house was cozy, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy first timers!

This was a great house and perfect for our first time on Bald Head Island (hopefully not our last - we fell in love with the place). The house was amazingly clean for being so near the beach - I would love to know the secret to no sand). Very spacious for a family of 4, with everything we needed to enjoy the island. The week was very hot and the house was a cool mid-day refuge with great AC and the pool. The carts and the bikes made getting around very easy, such a great thing to have access to during the stay. The check-in process is so streamlined and Shanna was really easy to get in touch with - so responsive. The perfect mix of available, helpful and uncomplicated. We are so grateful to have been able to rent your little paradise for a week. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was advertised just as it was presented. It was clean and had enough rooms and bathrooms for my family. We opted to eat out for most meals bc the kitchen was tiny. It had everything you needed stocked for you but I need a bigger space if I’m going to be cooking dinners. The primary bed was comfy and the king size was what we were used to so we appreciated that. We enjoyed the golf cart rides to the clubs, getting coffee every morning, and just cruising around. Next time we may choose to stay on the beach end of the island rather than the wooded part of the island , totally different feel , both with pros and cons. Overall, it was a complete delight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aspen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect summer stay in a very relaxing location!

First of all the house is exactly as pictured and incredibly clean and well maintained. The property manager was SO responsive. The pack and play was broken when we arrived and the owner/manager got us a new one delivered right away. The house came with everything we could have needed. Board games, bikes, seasonings, tin foil even a shabumi and spike ball! The location was very convenient and we didn’t think it was a problem being a bit away from the beach as there was always plenty of parking at the beach access points and the golf carts made it easy to get everywhere. The community pool is directly across from the front door which was great since the bald head club was packed the two times we went so we used the community pool instead and often had the whole thing to ourselves. At max there was only ever one other family there. We would absolutely return and everything was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Clean, cozy, excellent amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time visit

Great property in a great location. Very clean and well stocked. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Vacation!

This was a beautiful and comfortable property in a great location. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

From check in to check out, the process was stress-free. The property had everything that we needed during our stay (beach chairs, sand toys, coolers, bug spray, beach towels, etc). The kitchen was well stocked and the home was beautifully decorated. Lots of towels and comfy beds! We had a wonderful, relaxing trip and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for family time

we loved the house. The pool was a bonus! We loved the house. Perfect size and layout for our little family. Very relaxing. Perfect proximity to town, the market and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

wayne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bald Head Island Stay

Cute house. Plants needed trimming off lower steps. Lower steps need replacing, well furnished except there was no can opener. Nice quiet location almost a recluse. Overall, a good choice to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheehan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Bald Head Island

We had a wonderful stay in Bald Head and looking forward to going back. Great communication by the host. We loved being able to use the bikes and the two golf carts came in handy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BHI cottage

Our first trip to BHI and we will be back. Awesome host and property! Highly recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B., Crozet, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week at BHI!

Loved everything about our stay! Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Great Place and even better with the pool!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexander P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Great property for a family. The home is clean, nicely appointed and well kept. It had everything we needed, plus a couple of nice surprises, like the Shibumi beach umbrella. Both golf carts were in great shape. The community pool is just across the street and very nice. Overall, the location is in the center of the island and pretty close to everything. The property manager is super responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

The property is newly renovated and in excellent condition with a nice room layout. The owner was incredibly responsive to our questions. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R., Chapel Hill, NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house on Bald Head!

The house is nice and well kept! It was as advertised and my family would wholeheartedly recommend it! The two large golf carts was a nice bonus and the set of beach equipment was appreciated. Having a pool steps away was also great…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan h., NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Easy!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends vacation

This was our first time on Bald Head Island but hopefully not our last. This house was perfect for our needs. It was clean, well equipped, and beautiful. The two golf carts worked out great and the pool was super convenient. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay on BHI!

This was the perfect place to stay on BHI! The house is beautiful and convenient to the beach/grocery store. The owners were very helpful and responsive. The house was also well stocked with supplies, beach chairs, bikes, beach towels, etc, all of which made our stay there easy and convenient. The neighborhood pool (located right by the house) was wonderful as well. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

lisa e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Island

Shanna was super accommodating and helpful. I’ve never had a property owner respond so quickly to inquiries. The cottage was updated, well appointed and perfect for our family. We will definitely recommend to others and plan on returning ourselves soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home and homeowner!

We had a wonderful time during our stay! The property was super clean, in great condition, very well appointed and in a great central location with a nice pool right outside the front door! Shanna is amazingly accommodating and responsive. The 2 6 person golf carts were awesome and worked perfectly for our party of 7. I would highly recommend this property and owner! We can’t wait to come back to beautiful BHI!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in the forest

This beautiful home was all that we hoped it would be and more. Everything was super clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated. The 6 person golf cart made it an easy drive to all locations on the island and enabled us to bring along beach chairs, a cooler, etc. Shanna was a great source of information about BHI and very responsive to all my questions. We hope to come back one day!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in family friendly neighborhood

Took our large family to BHI for a quick weekend and this house didn’t disappoint. Not only was the home beautiful, comfortable and well equipped for children of all ages but Shanna was responsive and helpful throughout our stay. We would come back and recommend this rental to our friends for the future. Added bonus was the neighborhood the home was in. It was quiet and safe with tons of young kids. My children ventured into the common area for hours at a time and made lifelong friends in our short weekend getaway. We definitely will return and strongly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roland B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful BHI experience!!

23 Ibis Roost was an amazing first-time BHI rental experience! Centrally located and so easy to access everything on the island! Shanna was so great to work with--extremely quick and thorough communication! Her house has everything you need--the fact that beach towels, chairs, bikes, and golf cart are all there makes such a nice difference when traveling to Bald Head. The house is beautifully decorated and continuously upgraded. Relaxing, disconnected week that was long overdue and could not have been better!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shanna Smith

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We are a retired military family, living in the Raleigh NC area and have loved Bald Head Island for many years! We finally bought our own cottage and are excited to share it with you! The joy of providing our guests with the same ability to make family memories on BHI is our pleasure!

Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood is quaint, conveniently located to the market and the shops; yet tucked away for those who want to just sit on the back porch and listen to the sounds of nature.

What makes this property unique

Our home is very family friendly and having the option to use the community pool steps from our door is a huge bonus to cool off and play during those lazy days of summer.

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English

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