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Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

Holiday home in Bald Head Island with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Exterior detail
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Coffee maker, blender, toaster, air popper, new pots and pans

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
  • Place, Bay Beach
  • Place, Bald Head Island Lighthouse
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

First Floor Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Third Floor Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

Shell Cottage at Cape Fear Station invites you to Bald Head Island! BHI is a unique and peaceful island accessible by a 20 minute passenger ferry or private yacht. The island has golf carts and biking as the mode of transportation. Shell Cottage is within walking/biking distance to East Beach—one of the most favored beaches on the island—Turtle Conservancy, and Mike's Bites. Shoals Club is located conveniently close with a temporary membership available with a daily/weekly pass for an additional fee. The Maritime Market (grocery) is located 8 minutes by golf cart from the house with shopping and spa available. The Marina is located 12 minutes from the house with restaurants and many activities available.

Long term rentals welcome. 1 month to 3 months available. Discounts applied.

A charming 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage with a newly added bathroom and 2nd bedroom to make your family visit more comfortable. The house has a fully equipped galley kitchen, two flat screen TV's with cable, wifi/reliable internet, beach/bath towels, and bed linens. The house is equipped with a wealth of amenities including beach chairs, boogie boards, pop up tents, beach toys, youth sports equipment, movies, books, and games.

The cottage has one 4 person golf cart provided for guest use. 4 adult bicycles and 2 kid bicycles are available for renter use (conditions vary due to beach climate).

Complimentary starter supplies of cleaning products, paper towels and bath tissue. House is professionally cleaned between each guest.

Early check in and late check out available depending on schedule. Please check with owner regarding availability of check in/out schedule. Sleeps up to 4 people. Rental insurance is required in lieu of a security deposit.

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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: 21
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

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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Bald Head Island

Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island, is home to this holiday home. Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Provision Company
  • Frying Pan
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! located?

Located in Cape Fear Station, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean and convenient. A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly lovely home and base to enjoy the wonderful island. The layout of the space was great and we enjoyed the table nook as a nice spot to eat and chat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Great stay

We had a great time and stay! This would be our 3rd time staying at this home. We love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace F.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stay at Shell Cottage, Dianne was wonderful with booking and communications. We’ve stayed at a variety of places on BHI, and this location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia T.

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

Great place!

Such a cute place! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Beautiful house

We had a wonderful stay! House was very nice and clean and our host was super friendly! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin V., RALEIGH

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

Excellent Stay on BHI

My family and I had an excellent stay. This house is well equipped and conveniently located to both Shoals and beach access. Highly recommended for a stay on BHI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

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

Loved this place!

10/10 stars! Loved the Sunset Cottage and location. Perfect place for a couple or small family. Diane was very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Shell Cottage

The cottage was just perfect for our first visit to the island! It had everything we needed and the golf cart was so fun. We loved being in the “forest”….we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda E.

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

Wonderful house!

This is a great place to stay…..comfortable furniture, well equipped kitchen, and great king bed! We had a wonderful time and hope to return!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan D.

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

Wonderful!

A great property all around - easy access, great house, wonderful little street. We enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS O.

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

Loved our stay

Had a great stay at Shell Cottage. Would definitely recommend. House is very clean and in a great location. Excellent communication as well. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

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

Lovely stay

Our family (with 2 teenage daughters) had a wonderful stay. The cottage was lovely and clean and had lots of essential amenities. The host was amazing with response time to any concerns. We also really enjoy the part of the island that this cottage is in.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Paradise

Wonderful, highly recommend😁
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

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

Great stay!

Loved this property and the location so close to East Beach. Truly the best side of the island! Perfect for a couple or family of 4. Well stocked beach toys and chairs. The weather was terrible but we still had a fantastic time riding around in the golf cart, playing cards and watching all the apps on the tv.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

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

Beautiful accommodations! Very clean and just lovely.

All good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Winter’s Rest

This is our second time at Shell Cottage and it’s perfect for small families like ours (2 adults, 2 teens). Location is convenient for sunrise and sunset watches and to the shoals. Daily bike rides and beach walks were perfect for unwinding 2023 and gearing up for 2024. Cozy cottage with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Girl's weekend

My daughter and I had a very relaxing weekend staying at Shell Cottage. The home was clean and very cozy. It was our first time to Bald Head Island and was a wonderful experience. Diane was great at communicating with us and was quick to respond to any questions we had. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi V.

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

Perfect vacation home at the perfect location

The listing is accurate. The host was wonderful in replying to our texts. We had a lovely time with a teen and a 5 year old. Highly recommend taking the Shoals club membership (3-5 minute ride in golf cart). If you get membership 5 days before the day you intend to use, being a guest here waives your $100 admin fee. You still need to pay the club fee (look up their site) but it was totally worth it! The house was perfect for our family of four!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri W.

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

Wonderful girls weekend!

Great house and fantastic location! The only suggestions for improvement would be to provide more than one bath towel and pillow per person, and to clean out the lint trap on the dryer. It was so full that the clothes wouldn't dry until we discovered the issue and cleaned it out. Otherwise, we had a great time in this gorgeous little gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great weekend getaway with my family! The house was stocked with a few games, Legos and lots of beach toys. The kids bikes fit my two kids well and we really did not need to bring a thing for the kids but food and clothes. The beaches were beautiful and pretty empty. We joined the Shoals Club for the two days. We felt like it was nice but unnecessary unless you plan to eat out often. It’s always a big plus when the beds are comfortable and we all found that to be the case. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a couple's getaway! It is in a great location on the island with quick access to everything but also still with lots of privacy. Dianne was one of the best hosts I have stayed with - super accommodating and quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best property on the Island! Stocked with everything you could need and super close to the beach, market and activities. It was so nice to not have to worry about chairs, bikes or anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

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

Cozy Cottage

Enjoyed our stay. House was clean and comfortable. Had everything that we need and was close to beaches. Dianne was quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay here! Property is exactly as described….pretty decor, comfortable beds, had everything we needed! Host was fantastic with communication and helpful in every way. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Diane

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