\"The Palms\" is nestled on a secluded half acre in the forest. ThePalmsHouse.com - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1900 square feet

*Handsome forest home with wood floors through-out
*Complete Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Countertops
*Cavernous screened porch, deck and balcony
*Deluxe bathrooms
*Temporary membership in the Shoals Club is available, please inquire as to prices
*Two 4 seat golf carts
*Central location - convenient to beach & market
*High-speed internet connection

You'll have the time of your life when you and your family vacation in 'The Palms'. This enchanting home is filled with casual, comfortable furnishings. It sits on a roomy 1/2 acre forest lot in the center of Bald Head Island: just mins. by golf cart from the beach, Harbor Village and the Maritime Market shopping area.

Bald Head is accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bicycle or on foot.

The use of two golf carts are supplied in your rental fee
*Owner is not responsible for any out of service or maintenance issues with these items and they are supplied as a courtesy along with the home not contingent on rental home pricing. Tenant is responsible for any damage, loss, or misuse of these items.

LOTS OF ROOM
The cavernous, open floor-plan provides plenty of room for up to 10 guests. The first floor living room opens into the dining area with the deluxe kitchen just beyond. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all the equipment you need.

Double doors open from the dining area to the sizable screened porch and the deck area equipped with a propane grille. The first floor bedroom and bathroom suite is furnished with a queen bed and can be closed off from the rest of the downstairs area.

The master bedroom has a king size bed. It opens onto a private balcony with a tree home view of the maritime forest. The third bedroom is furnished with two twin beds. The fourth bedroom contains a queen and set of bunk beds. Each bedroom is decorated in a beach bungalow motif. The bathrooms are finished with granite countertops and bespoke tile work.

'The Palms' is supplied with books, videos, games and puzzles in case a rain cloud passes by.

LOTS TO DO
Your vacation will have a temporary membership to the Shoals Club available. The Club has a full-size pool, exercise center. It also has a poolside snack bar and a more formal eateries. Beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas are available as part of the membership. It is of course optional but we highly encourage all renters to take advantage of this impressive club.

Bald Head Island's 14 miles of beaches can be accessed at any of the 42 public beach entrances. We provide everything you need for a day of fun: body boards, beach toys, beach chairs and umbrellas, and beach towels.

You can also rent kayaks to discover the Island's creeks, bicycle to the Harbor for an outdoor lunch at MOJO's, take a hike along one of the Island's nature trails, or appreciate a calming day at the freshly-opened Spa next to the Maritime Market. You'll be just mins. away from all of the amenities by golf cart.

Our home is a non-smoking home and family pets are considered.

We look forward to helping you make memories of a magnificent Bald Head Island vacation.


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About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Tricks and tips to get the perfect rental home experience:

When to reserve a Southport rental home & When to go:

• Summer time is high season in the Southport area. To find the best value, shift your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select your vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. \"The Palms\" is nestled on a secluded half acre in the forest. ThePalmsHouse.com has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before you reserve your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or costs may be applied to your invoice.

Advice for your stay:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of issues.
• Respect the neighborhood. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to stimulate more reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.