Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI! - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

BEST FEATURES!
Lagoon Vistas!
Screened in porch for wildlife watching
Pet Friendly!
Two golf carts

This newly remodeled bungalow is centrally located in the forest of Bald Head Island overlooking a lagoon and close to everything. The calming screened-in-porch accepts you to sip wine and watch the wild life go by. New wood floor and granite counter tops, along with a beachy decor provide a peaceful interior with all the amenities of home after a fun day at the beach.

A private community gazebo, along with its own wildlife overlook, provide a ideal spot for evening grilling. This unit comes with one four seater & one six seater golf carts for travel. body boards, skim boards, and beach chairs will complete any stay at the beach. The two upstairs master suites have full private baths, one with a king bed and the other with 2 twin/full bunk beds. The family room and every bedroom has its own TV for your entertainment.

The third downstairs bedroom has an unattached full bath with a queen bed. Kitchen table seats 6, along with seating for 6 around the granite breakfast bar. Queen pullout in family room. The fourth bedroom has two queen beds.

Getting to Bald Head Island is half the fun. A calming 20 min. passenger ferry ride transports you from the ferry terminal at Indigo Plantation to the harbour at Bald Head Island. You are greeted by the tram to be escorted to your home at 12 Sabal Palm bungalow where two golf carts await for you to go exploring the harbour and 14 miles of West, South and East beaches, along with the striking marshlands.

Historic Old Baldy waits for you to climb and discover. Visit the handsome Chapel. Investigate the great Conservancy programs, including turtle walks on the beaches, Kayak the marshes, crab and fish the creeks and oceans. Dine at the gorgeous BHI Club (golf privileges available), watching the sun set as a ideal ending to your day.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 12 Sabal Palm Cottage

Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY
Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE)
**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability
Family Animals: YES (a non returnable $300 pet fee will apply)
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart (1) 6 pass golf cart
Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig
Grille Type: Charcoal
Bikes: 4 Adult, 1 Child** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear
Crockpot: No
Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be supplied with this home
Beach Chairs: 4
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on refrigerator)

Interested in Units?
**Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com
**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com
**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart units (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-units/

**Linens and bath towels are supplied in rental

**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. 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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the best vacation rental experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• To find the best rental within budget, we recommend booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitor guide magazines which will include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select your dates and budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or costs applied to your agreement.
• If there's a certain Southport beach you simply love, keep an eye out for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Upon check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Many rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.