Welcome to The Marsh Harbour Inn-Ship Watch - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Bed & breakfast

This delightfully appointed 2nd floor suite includes magnificent vistas of the harbor and the marshes. Appreciate the private furnished covered porch off the living area with marvelous vistas of the Harbor Marina, the Cape Fear River, and Ocean beyond. The living area sports a comfortable loveseat and couch lounge combo. Savor the wall mounted intelligent flat screen TV with cable including complimentary high speed wi-fi for your streaming and browsing enjoyment. Here the sleeper queen-size couch adds additional sleeping comfort with a full bath just steps away. The granite kitchen has a full-size refrigerator, microwave, and stovetop. The cabinets are supplied full for your culinary adventures or fast painless meals. Tidy up here while you catch glimpses of the Marsh and if you're an early bird, you'll adore the sunrise from the rear kitchen window. All ages can appreciate the Bunk Room with 3 bunk beds. The King Master Bedroom welcomes you with enticing vistas of the Harbor, Cape Fear River, and the Oak Island Lighthouse. From here, step right out to a covered porch to savor up-close vistas and sounds of the Harbor Marina. Your Master bathroom features a double sink vanity and a roomy tile Shower. What more can you ask for? Eateries, bars, Old Baldy, and West Beach are just a spectacular walk away. A 4-person golf cart is supplied for your island adventures during your stay with us.
 Golf Cart
 Daily Hot Breakfast
 Shoals Club Membership for an additional cost directly through the club
 Families Welcome!
 Family Animals not allowed
 No smoking allowed except for Decks and Porches
 High speed Internet supplied
 Cable TV included
 Bicycles – First Come First Serve
 Beach Towels
 Beach Chairs and Toys - First Come First Serve
 Pack n Play – Inquire for availability
 Roll Away Bed – Inquire for availability
 Roomy Common Room with fireplace
 Breakfast Area/Meeting Room
 Corn Hole
 Outdoor Grille area with Marsh-side vistas
 Outdoor Dining and Picnic Table
 Furnished open Decks and screened Porch
 Walking Distance to Eateries, Bars, Beach, Marshside, and Old Baldy
 Swimming – Sunbathing
 Fishing
 Shelling
 Surfing
 Kayaking
 Paddle Boarding
 Scenic Drives
 Sight Seeing
 Historic trails through the Maritime Forest

About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this bed & breakfast. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best Southport vacation property experience:

Get the most from your rental budget:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, try changing your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides have deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

Narrow your Search:

• Start by choosing your the best vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Welcome to The Marsh Harbour Inn-Ship Watch has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must book a rental that allows animals. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Know before you go:

• Add the owner's phone number to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Upon check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on great ratings to stimulate new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.