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Stunning Oceanfront - Expansive Views - Nightly Sunsets. Near Shops & BHI Club

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Life on the Sea - directly across from the beach - 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms
Life on the Sea - directly across from the beach - 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms
Plenty of outdoor seating with views of the dunes and ocean
Glorious Natural Light - vaulted ceilings with skylights and ocean views
Glorious Natural Light - vaulted ceilings with skylights and ocean views

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Bald Head Island Lighthouse
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs - Bunk Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Master - Downstairs

1 King Bed

Master - Upstairs

1 King Bed

Queen - Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room - Upstairs

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom - Downstairs Bunk Room

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Downstairs Master

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Downstairs Queen Room

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Master Upstairs

Toilet

Bathroom - Upstairs Twin Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom Downstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Oceanfront - Expansive Views - Nightly Sunsets. Near Shops & BHI Club

Welcome to Life on the Sea – Your Oceanfront Escape on Bald Head Island

Wake up to endless ocean views and spend your days surrounded by comfort, style, and salty air. Thoughtfully designed and professionally decorated, Life on the Sea is the perfect getaway for families or groups looking for a luxury stay that still feels like home.

5 Bedrooms • 5.5 Baths • Sleeps 12 Comfortably
With two primary suites (one upstairs, one downstairs), everyone gets their own space. Each bedroom has a private bath, and four of the five rooms are oceanside with direct deck access.

Light-Filled Living & Dining
The first-floor living area is framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights, flooding the space with sunshine and breathtaking views of the Atlantic. Gather around the large dining table for eight, or unwind with a movie on the 50-inch HD Smart TV.

Gourmet Kitchen & Bar
Cook and connect in the open-concept Thermador kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast bar seating for five. A dry bar with beverage fridge and ice maker makes entertaining easy — whether it’s coffee at sunrise or cocktails at sunset.

Upstairs Loft Retreat
The second-floor loft is a cozy spot for games, reading, or an evening movie. Enjoy another 55-inch HD TV, and a game table.

Outdoor Living
Step out onto expansive oceanfront decking with rocking and Adirondack chairs, along with two high-top tables perfect for morning coffee or sunset chats. Downstairs, rinse off in the large outdoor shower, grill dinner on the propane grill, and enjoy two golf carts (6-seater + 4-seater) for easy island exploring.

Club Access
Guests may purchase a temporary Lifestyle Membership to the Bald Head Island Club, featuring golf, tennis, fitness, pools, and both casual and fine dining. We’ll provide the form and details—just reach out when booking!

Things to Know
• Beach towels provided
• Large laundry room
• No parties or events allowed
• Professionally managed and maintained for your comfort


REVIEW
Date of Stay - March 13, 2016
Five Stars! Our party of 10 enjoyed a wonderful spring break week at Life on the Sea! The home offered plenty of room and privacy for our group of 4 adults and 6 college students. The home is definitely a great vacation spot for all ages and occasions! We love to cook and enjoyed the well-appointed kitchen. The beachfront location is ideal and the views from the house are magnificent. The home was very clean and so nicely decorated. It was nice to have two golf carts to explore the island. Lots of fun was had by all! We will definitely be back and will recommend this lovely home to all our family and friends!

REVIEW
5 Stars!
Date of Stay -Jun 16, 2017
We enjoyed our stay at Life on the Sea! The location is ideal. We were so happy to find nice beach chairs. The layout worked well for us and we appreciated having private bathrooms off of each bedroom and a separate space for the kids to watch movies. The views and the light in the house because of its windows and its openness make it an uplifting place to be.

REVIEW
October 2017
We spent a wonderful week here for our daughter's wedding. The house is incredible! We enjoyed being across the street from the ocean. Our 80-year-old grandmother appreciated having her room on the main floor and she had no difficulty with the steps going to the beach. Interestingly we discovered bioluminescent photo plankton on the beach. Stomping the sand or swishing your foot on the sand at night create a dazzling sparkle show. Amazing. The property manager was so helpful and everything went so smoothly could not have asked for a better place or a better property manager.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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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
Within two weeks of booking, guest must acknowledge having read the Rental Agreement by messaging property management thru the VRBO platform.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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 South Beach, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bald Head Island Country Club - 20 min walk - 1.7 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

Is Stunning Oceanfront - Expansive Views - Central Location near Market & BHI Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Oceanfront - Expansive Views - Central Location near Market & BHI Club?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Oceanfront - Expansive Views - Central Location near Market & BHI Club?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Oceanfront - Expansive Views - Central Location near Market & BHI Club located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Beach and Kent Mitchell Nature Trail. Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Edie Surratt and Katie Barker

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(Homeowners) We live in Davidson, North Carolina and have two (almost adult) boys, We enjoy sports, travel, fishing, and yoga.

Our manager, Edie, is a real estate broker with Island Vacations, who also owns a house on BHI in Cape Fear Station. As a small business owner, she understands the importance of offering a high-quality product along with personalized customer service.

Why they chose this property

(Homeowners) Our family has been coming to Bald Head Island since the mid-90s when our boys were young. When an opportunity to buy an older home arose, we realized our dream to create our perfect vacation retreat. We designed the house for maximum comfort and living efficiency with space for family times, as well as privacy.

What makes this property unique

Life on the Sea is a wonderfully located home that combines the feeling of a beach house with luxurious comfort. The views from the house are gorgeous and unobstructed.

Languages:

English

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