Chic Shellter, Bald Head Island, NC - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2750 square feet

"Chic Shellter" is a vacation dream. Centrally located near the BHI Club and Marina with vistas of the Oak Island light and West Beach, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath is ideal for enormous families, girls/golf weekends and everything in between. Elegantly appointed and professionally supplied and styled by a BHI premiere interior designer, this home will not disappoint. A 5 min. walk to the beach access, this home features a gourmet kitchen, bar, two living spaces, 2 porches. Conveniences galore!

Please note: Current photos will be refreshed May 1, 2024 to include the updates to this home once Hooper Patterson Interior Design makes changes to the furnishings and decor.

This home is a reverse floor plan with the main living/dining/kitchen/powder and furnished covered porch on the 2nd floor.

The delightfully appointed living room includes two couches, swivel seating and a picture frame Intelligent TV. The completely outfitted kitchen includes a dining bar to seat 4 and GE Profile appliances. The cavernous dining room offers seating for 8 with additional seating for 4 at the breakfast bar. A wine/drink refrigerator will chill your drinks of choice while you make beverages or coffee at the constructed-in bar. Also on this floor is a powder bath. Gather on the covered porch overlooking the River and the Oak Island Lighthouse. West Beach is a 2 min. walk!

The first floor consists of a roomy porch leading into a gathering space/den complete with a sectional and TV. Also on the first floor are all 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. The spacious primary bedroom features a king bed, sitting area and TV, ensuite bathroom (shower) and walk-in closet. Bedroom 2 also includes a king and ensuite bathroom (shower). Bedroom 3 is a spacious bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds (additional long twins over queens). It shares a hall bathroom with shower/tub. Bedroom 4 is a queen bedroom that also shares the hall bathroom. Bedroom 5 is a queen bedroom with ensuite bathroom (shower/tub).

Included are exceptional linens for a good nighttime's sleep, plush towels for bath and beach and a entirely supplied kitchen. Other kitchen amenities include: blander, panini press, waffle iron, Crock Pot, and a crab pot. The home includes 2 golf carts (a 4 seater and 6 seater), a portable crib, high chair, beach chairs and umbrellas available for use. There is also a gas grille and charcoal grille, a spacious/enclosed outdoor shower. We have a magnificent hammock on our porch and a corn hole set is available for guests. A Bald Head Island Club Temporary Membership is available for an additional fee.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is next to a golf course and on a river. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

How to find the best vacation rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Bald Head Island. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring months is an excellent way to save on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties.
• The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Owners sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guide magazines which include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and picking the right Southport vacation home:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Chic Shellter, Bald Head Island, NC has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available online. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before you book the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Get specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a great time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.