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Oceanfront Hideaway in the Trees | Private Walk to Beach, Old Baldy View, Dogs Welcome, BHI Club

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Stunning views from the top deck
With over 60 windows you will enjoy views of the ocean, old baldy, the marsh and Bald Head Shoals
Gorgeous view from the top deck at Doc House!
With over 60 windows you will enjoy views of the ocean, old baldy, the marsh and Bald Head Shoals
Dinner, snack or cocktail on the top porch, you'll have a great view of the ocean

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Owner's Suite #1

1 Queen Bed

Owners Suite #2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway Bathroom

Shower only

Hallway Half Bathroom

Toilet

Owner's Suite #1 Private Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Owner Suite #2 Private Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Hideaway in the Trees | Private Walk to Beach, Old Baldy View, Dogs Welcome, BHI Club

This home was custom built by a couple who selected the property for not only the unparalleled views, but it's one of the most convenient locations on the Island. You will be able to easily walk to the harbor restaurants, Old Baldy Lighthouse, coffee café’s, ice cream shops, rentals for carts, bicycles, kayaks, post office, wedding venues, and the marina.


The Doc House is a waterfront property, with spectacular spectacular 360 views of the ocean, marsh, and maritime forest. This house is set within the evergreen maritime forest that is part of the natural beauty of Bald Head Island and is protected by conservation regulations. The maritime forest provides protection to the island during storms, is a habitat for island wildlife, and offers shade and privacy to the lower porch. Enjoy your own PRIVATE BEACH BOARDWALK with amazing sunset views.


Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee.


PROPERTY INFO
Location: 13 Green Teal Trail, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 ; walking distance to the marina
Home: 3 BR / 3.5 BA / Sleeps 6 / 3 Beds / 1,800 sq ft.


SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
*Bedroom 1: Owner suite: Queen Size Bed, bathroom en suite (1st floor)
*Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed, private bathroom (1st floor)
*Bedroom 3: Queen Size bed, hallway full bathroom (1st floor)
*Beds are all made with clean linens upon your arrival


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LAYOUT:
Ground floor: Garage with golf cart, beach chairs, grill, outdoor shower, storage
1st floor: All bedrooms, lounge room with a TV, large deck with outdoor furniture
2nd floor: living room, kitchen, dining area, deck with outdoor furniture and amazing views, side deck with spiral staircase leading all the way to the ground floor


PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
-Outdoor shower!
-DOG FRIENDLY (with dog fee)
-Wonderful OCEAN VIEW with over 60 windows, many are full length!
-Large Decks
-Private walkway to the beach
-Access to purchase temporary membership to BHI Club social membership with pool and restaurant (no golf)(fees do apply)(for more details please see the policies/rules below)
-Linens and bathroom towels are INCLUDED
**This property does NOT have access to Shoals club or Golf**


Amenities:
-One 6 person golf cart
-Beach chairs (not guaranteed)
-Blender
-Coffee Maker (regular, and Keurig)
-Toaster & Microwave
-Cable and WiFi
-Washer/Dryer
-Pack n' Play
-Dishwasher
-Wifi/Internet
-Beach & Bath Towels
-A small starter kit of toilet paper, paper towel, detergents and hand soap is also provided
-and MORE!
**We do our best to ensure that all items are there for your visit; however we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use**



POLICIES/RULES
***Ferry tickets & parking fees are not included and reservations are needed in advance. Please check BHI Ferry website for pricing and reservation information.
***Please Note: Bald Head Island Club Social Membership is available for purchase. Golf access is NOT included with the Membership. Please check with the club directly for verification, as rates may change. Please keep in mind the BHI CLUB is now capping registration for their guest memberships. If you wish to attend the club during your stay please apply ASAP. Please visit the BHI Club website to see and review their NEW rules and fees for the 2022 year. Keep in mind there are new rules regarding what days you can attend the club and what activities guest members can use, Contact the club directly or go on their sites for any questions. We do not control club rates, rules, or restrictions. No discount or refund will be provided if club membership is restricted or denied.
**Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.
***NO SMOKING or Vaping allowed at this property.
**This is a DOG FRIENDLY HOME: A non-refundable Pet fee of $250 will be added to your rental if you choose to bring your dog. And for 2 Dogs the Pet Fee is $350.
**Max Occupancy: 6 Occupants - Children must be counted within the maximum occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.
**Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age, and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.***
* Manager & owner of the rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at the property.
* Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors & neighborhood.
* No events or parties- If determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund given.
* If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions!
* No uninvited guests without permission


***Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee***


BHI Info:
Private island where you can only get to by boat or ferry. This is a golf cart only island. You will leave your vehicle behind & cruise on the golf cart provided at the home. The island is approximately 5 by 2 miles. You can bike around the island in only an hour or two! Bald Head Island is home to the oldest Lighthouses in North Carolina. There are many nature hikes, wildlife watches, beach accesses, shops, restaurants, and activities.


BHI Activities:
-Rent a bike at Coastal Urge or Riverside Adventure Company.
-Rent a stand up paddle board from Coastal Urge as well!
-Climb Old Baldy Lighthouse!
-Go on a historic island tour!
-Take a ghost walk, sail, surf, or kayak!
-Take a hike on the many trails!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Ocean view

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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

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in West Beach, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and 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

  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Smith Island Museum of History - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bald Head Island Visitors Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 53 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Frying Pan
  • Provision Company
  • ‪Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Hideaway in the Trees | Private Walk to Beach, Old Baldy View, Dogs Welcome, BHI Club pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Hideaway in the Trees | Private Walk to Beach, Old Baldy View, Dogs Welcome, BHI Club?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Hideaway in the Trees | Private Walk to Beach, Old Baldy View, Dogs Welcome, BHI Club?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Hideaway in the Trees | Private Walk to Beach, Old Baldy View, Dogs Welcome, BHI Club located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bay Beach and Smith Island Museum of History. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 120 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire house was wonderfully cared for the amenities wereVery enjoyable. The bikes , with tire pumps, The Golf cart , beach chairs, towels, outdoor shower, stocked kitchen, outdoor seating. Everything provided was helpful.The website was spot on accurate and it was just a joy being right on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Whitley and Nolan’s Wedding Weekend

Great location and accommodations for our niece’s wedding. Beautiful view, clean , and had clear instructions regarding use of the amenities. Thank you very much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

BHI Gem

Great location near the marina with access to all the spots on BHI. House was set up well for dining and hanging out upstairs then sleeping downstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jon F.

North Carolina Retreat

The Doc House was perfect for our spring vacation and we enjoyed the incredible views from the house and upper deck, the tastefully decorated, furnished, and equipped house, and the short private walk from the house to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Justin I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and all amenities were available as described. Also, the communication with our hosts was very timely and responsive. We really only had 2 issues during our stay:1. There is a persistent "wet dog" smell in the front bedroom. 2. The floors had not been sufficiently cleaned. Other than that we loved our vacation time and our stay on Bald Head Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ M.

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

What a view!

The upstairs view of the ocean from the living room, dining room and kitchen was just incredible. Place was as advertised. Basically have your own private beach access. Rental company communicated great. Will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bonita H.

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

Great!

Great place, very roomy, all the amenities. Beautiful view. Sometimes the showers randomly didn’t produce hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Nice house in great location

We came to Bald Head for a family vacation and had a wonderful time. Doc House is fine for a small family or 3 couples. We loved that it has private beach access and is dog friendly. We had an issue with the golf cart the first night but the people at iTrip resolved it quickly. We would recommend iTrip and Doc House for your trip to Bald Head.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

BHI 2023

We loved the location of the Doc House and the views are beautiful. ITrip was very responsive throughout the entire stay and appreciate their attention to detail in preparation for our visit along with departure. BHI is one of our favorite places and look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Great experience

We had a fantastic stay with our 4-person family (2 young kids). The porches are amazing, the beach is right there, town is *right* there. The property is a little older, but that's really the only thing you can say against it. While West Beach isn't the best beach on the island, we went every day, enjoyed walking two minutes to get ice cream, and traveled to explore different beaches every day. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Fun Time at the Doc House

March is a refreshing time to spend at BHI. The island is quiet & there are many opportunities to enjoy nature during this cooler time. This was our first time staying g at The Doc House & it didn’t disappoint. It has little extras that add to the experience- binoculars for bird watching, beach towels, out door shower/dog washing station, boardwalk to the beach, & SPECTACULAR views of Old Baldy & the ocean. We enjoyed watching the sunrise & sunset from the balcony!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elisa R.

Wonderful Vacation at the Doc House on BHI

The Doc House on Bald Head Island was an absolute great find. The reverse floor plan is perfect with spectacular views of the ocean and channel. The home is fully equipped with everything you need and our stay was fabulous. Itrip was great to work with throughout the whole process. Great customer service and communication. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us. We had a great vacation. We hope to be back very soon.

8/10 Good

Mark K.

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

Good, with nitpicks

Good: * Location * Views * Three beds and 3.5 baths * Golf cart Not so good: * Leak over upstairs TV * Bushes in back of house! Detracts from view. ============= Overall, we had a good time. House was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

Fantastic Labor Day Weekend

We had such a great long weekend at Doc House. It has everything you need with fantastic views! You can watch the massive cargo ships go by in the mornings as well as the beautiful sunsets in the evenings. It even had a baby gate and a pack n play for our one year to use! My only suggestion would be a hose or some way to rinse your feet off by the front of the house for those that aren't able to climb the spiral staircase but its only a minor issue and may not be one for most! Truly enjoyed our stay and cant wait to go back!
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10/10 Excellent

Knox T.

Excellent West Beach Stay!

I have been coming to baldhead Island for my entire life and have rented many properties on the island. This is one of my favorite! This house has fantastic views of the Cape river with it's wonderful boat traffic and over the water sunset. The house is excellent with a reverse floorplan and a very bright top floor living space. There is also an east facing Porch for morning coffee in the sunlight. Highly recommended location very close to the Ferry. ITrip did an excellent job with property management!! 5 Stars
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher O., Silver Spring, MD

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

Great location and nice property

We enjoyed a family vacation at the Doc House in June 2021. The house has a great location--close to the marina so you can walk to get the golf cart for your luggage rather than wait for the tram. The home is on a beautifully wooded site that provides privacy and the beachfront is amazing. The house itself was nice, but in need of a bit of maintenance. Nothing major, just showing a bit of age. Property managers were very responsive and helpful. Had a small issue with the AC and they had a guy out to fix it almost immediately. Would definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ronny W.

Nice view, great location.

Have stayed at 11 different homes in BHI over the last 15 years. This home had the best view out of all of them. The home is located on the beach at the causeway, conveniently located to restaurants, shops and the market. The house was very clean and comfortable. Of the homes we’ve stayed in this home was probably one of the oldest and was a little dated. I would recommend for future guests the offering of soaps, shampoos etc. for bathrooms , foils, wraps etc and storage containers for the kitchen. The addition of these items would only make a nice home nicer. This home has lots of memories and if the walls could talk I would love to hear the stories. We made great memories in our short stay. I would still highly recommend this home and give it a full 5 stars and would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah E.

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

Older cottage with a lovely view

Older cottage with very basic furnishings. However, it was clean and in a convenient location that is in easy walking distance to the marina and Old Baldy. The kitchen and a living area are upstairs and lead out to the upper deck. There are lovely views from upstairs and a small TV. The 3 bedrooms and a small den are downstairs and have little in the way of views due to natural vegetation. However the vegetation is nice for privacy. The larger TV is downstairs is the smaller living space. There is a nice walkway leading to the beach. Outside and lower deck need some attention. Overall it was fine for us and we enjoyed our time on beautiful Bald Head Island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jon F.

Great experience!

My wife and I loved our stay at the Doc House. It was great that the house was so close to the marina, which made it convenient to get to, and also, you didn't feel like you were so far away from everything. The house is right on the bay side of the islan,d but if you want to see the ocean side, it's just a short walk or cart ride. The house gets lots of light, which is great - though admittedly I do wish the master bedroom had blackout curtains as the room gets very bright early in the AM, which made it difficult to sleep in - not a problem though as we felt well rested. Overall, I would book again - the staff are great and accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setting and view of the ocean while having coffee and dinner. Very private surroundings and actually you could walk down the beach to the ferry, if light luggage. Will come back to Bald Head!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

Sibling Trip 2025

Perfect place for a few days of catching up. Each sibling had their own room. The upstairs was a great place to play cards, listen to music, watch the Pacers and sit out on the porch to watch the activity on Cape Fear River and sunsets. The golf cart was fully charged and a great way to explore the island. We also rented bikes and explored the island one day. Beach access was perfect. We were able to walk the beach, sit at the beach to watch sunsets and fish off the beach. We didn’t buy a guest membership to the club, so restaurant options were limited. Jules, Jailhouse Provisions & Copper’s Pizza were our go-to’s.

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Oceanfront Hideaway

Nice property, we really enjoyed our stay. We had a great time watching sunsets from the upper deck, and having private access to the beach was a plus. We had a blast and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alfred and Gail C.

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

Great view

The view of the sunsets and the ships plying the Cape Fear River was wonderful. The kitchen is a bit small and oddly laid out. The stairs were a bit challenging for those of us, all in our 80s. The warnings and instructions posted on every wall were excessive - it certainly didn't contribute to a feeling of welcome when warned of penalties if we did or did not do something. We attributed the signs to some previous guests who had misused the house, but were ALL those signs really necessary? We've stayed in dozens of other houses on Bald Head Island and never experienced so much scolding! A six-passenger golf cart was difficult to maneuver when all 6 were on board. Two golf carts would be much better and allow for more flexibility.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Beautiful location

Such a cute house with a lovely deck and upstairs great room and amazing location right off the dunes. The pictures really don't do justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christen D.

Family Time

What an adventure! Our first time to Bald Head Island and our first time with our own dock to an amazing beach! So private. The sunsets and boat watching from the porch are beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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