Quiet, Wooded Sanctuary - Near Sunrise and Sunset Beaches - Dog Friendly

Stroll to Shoals is perfectly located near the beach but tucked away in the forest at Sumner's Crescent in Cape Fear Station near the Conservancy, Captain Charlie’s, and the Shoals. Enjoy listening to the ocean waves and taking peaceful strolls to East Beach for sunrise and South Beach for sunset.

Situated among 300-year-old magnificent live oak trees, the house sits off the street and is very private yet close to the main community and park. Upon arrival, cross an inviting bridge-like boardwalk with a large deck area to access this home. Then settle in to relax on one of several decks or the screened porch and take in the natural beauty of the island.

An open living space, kitchen, dining area and half bath are located upstairs with lofted ceilings and expansive window views of the treetops. Enjoy coffee, cocktails or a good book on the upstairs deck while watching birds and listening to the sounds of the ocean.

A reverse floor plan with bedrooms on the first floor of the main house includes a primary bedroom suite with queen bed and full bath. The kid-friendly guest room offers two twin beds, a daybed with trundle and full bathroom with bathtub. Both bedrooms open onto a large screened porch and private outdoor seating area.

Adjacent to the main house is a comfy crofter with a queen bed, full bath, mini-fridge, coffee or tea station, and a balcony nestled in the trees.

The home has two 4-passenger golf carts. An outdoor shower and gas grill are located off of the large deck area between the main house and the crofter.

Temporary memberships for guests of this property are available for additional fees at Bald Head Island Club (with golf option) and/or Shoals Club. Both clubs require advance registration forms and fees for temporary membership. Inquire at time of booking for details about the club options, amenities, etc.

Two outdoor video cameras monitor the exterior of the home. Footage remains private and in no way infringes upon the expectation of privacy in these public areas.

A $300 non-refundable pet fee is required if a dog is included Quotes from some of our guests:

"We stayed at Stroll to Shoals for a long weekend and I had the luxury of staying in the private crofter. Tucked away among the trees, it felt like my own little retreat. The bed was super comfortable, I had my own bathroom and coffee maker. It even has a private deck. The rest of the house was great too—everything we needed for a comfortable stay in Cape Fear. Just minutes from East and South Beach. We’ll definitely be back!"

Meredith P. June 2025

"First and foremost - we always LOVE staying at Stroll to Shoals. The location is perfect. It's so clean and such a great, quiet house. Truly a 5-star house in our opinion! Very comfy. Beds are awesome. Sheets are nice. Everything works well! We will definitely be back again!"

Rebecca N. June 2024 - return guest

"The house was amazing and SO quiet. Your carts are so nice! Walking distance to so much that we love. The AC stays cold and the water stays hot!! It's little things but they go a long way ... "
Rebecca N. June 2023

"Another lovely week @ BHI. Our favorite beach access is #39 to fish the point, so Sumner’s Crescent is a perfect location. We will likely be back. A great location and setup!" L & B August 2022

"What a wonderful beach house! Our family loved the secluded spot tucked into the trees yet so close to the Shoals Club and Mike’s Bites. This island is a magical place and it was a pleasure to spend two weeks enjoying all the activities and the ocean air in this home away from home. Our memories will carry us through to next summer and our return to BHI." The O family July 2022

"Thank you for having us in your beautiful home. We very much enjoyed our stay. We love the large deck and setting of the home. Hope we can come back again soon!" The H & M families July 2022

"We truly enjoyed your home tucked away in its own hideaway!" The H & C families July 2022

"This charming treehouse gave us much pleasure! It provided the perfect combo…a forest hideaway yet an easy walk to the beach. Your home had everything we needed for a comfortable stay on BHI…a much needed break. Thank you for sharing it with us! Gratefully, P & T" April 2022

"We have never been to Bald Head Island, but were intrigued by what it had to offer. His home had everything we didn’t know we needed. From fun little music instruments we learned to play throughout our stay to the secluded feeling of privacy. This was just the get-away we had been looking for! We look forward to returning in the future!" The M family April 2022


"Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! This was a last minute trip that we desperately needed and it was perfect. Your home is so comfortable, so well situated - we love being amidst the forest yet so close to the beach! Can’t wait to come back again." G-H family August 2021

"This was our second visit to BHI and first to this home. It was a great fit for our family. Great location, close to where we wanted to spend our time…mostly on the beach! We were lucky to witness a sea turtle nest hatch." The R family August 2021

"What a wonderful week we had here. Thank you for sharing your charming home with us. Our family loved all the various porches and patios, perfectly tucked in the trees. What a lovely piece of heaven right here on earth." The B family June 2021