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Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View

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Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bay Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪50 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪35 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1-Adding hardwood floors in Spring 2023!

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View

Charming home located in the Killegray Ridge on South Beach with 1 minute walk to the beach! This home is the perfect for families. Sleeps 6 with 3 bedrooms (1-K, 1-Q, and 2 twin XL beds). Each bedroom has flat screen TV.

A 6 passenger golf cart is included in the rental, and a temporary membership to The BHI Club is available for separate purchase to enjoy private pool access with lovely children pool area, dining, golf, tennis, fitness!

Saturday/Saturday rental. 4 pm arrival/10:00 am departure.


**PEAK SUMMER SEASON SATURDAY TURN DAY**

**Includes: Beach Chairs, Gas Grill, Beach Toys, and Regular Coffee Maker. Highchair and Pack and Play are available and located in the first floor bedroom closet.

**Linens and bath towels are included in rental.

** Adult bikes are available at the house. We DO NOT guarantee bikes and beach towels. There is a place on the island to rent bikes if more or other sizes are needed.

**BHI Club memberships is different for every house and depends on dates. For club rates please contact the BHI Club for guest memberships directly or go on the website. We do not control club rates.

For rental agreement and tram reservations your rental address is 817 S. Bald Head Wynd.

Property manager

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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Exterior detail

Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (107 reviews)
Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Contractor(s) are not allowed to lease the home.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like golfing.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Frying Pan
  • Locals Family Diner
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
  • Provision Company

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - Oceanfront View located?

This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jean w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a pleasure!

Perfect spot and home for a long weekend away with friends. Can’t wait to book again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giselle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Thanksgiving!

Property was clean and in a great location! The owner was also very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

So fun to stay in Flora's Bluff again. Great location with many amenities and nice updated appliances. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

We loved our stay here and it was the perfect weekend getaway for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merab P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful well-stocked home

The house was beautiful and came with all the necessities (pots, pans, spices) and some of what are typically nice-to-haves (additional paper products, trash bags, etc.). The house had many games, which provided lots of entertainment for the kids. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

We had a great week at Sandcastle! The house had everything you could need for a week at the beach - sand toys, beach equipment, towels, games, puzzles, etc. The home was very clean too. And easy to get to the beach! We would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for our family

We had a great stay. The house was well-appointed, and the host was very responsive. Lovely beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another awesome BHI family beach trip

We loved our stay at Sandcastle by the Sea! The location is perfect, with boardwalk access to the beach. The golf cart is in great condition and we appreciated the bikes, boards and beach chairs!! The cottage was perfect for our family. Our college-age kids loved having the upstairs to themselves and the primary suite downstairs was perfect for my husband and I. The kitchen is compact, but well stocked. This was our 8th time on BHI and one of our favorite rentals. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely recommend

We will definitely come back! Perfect for our family of four, and could bring a couple of friends next time. Beds were incredibly comfortable! Bathrooms were nicely updated. Love the easy beach access. Only had two issues - laundry was left in the washer and dryer when we got there, and had to be rewashed, folded and put away. Also, some mugs, plates and cups in the cupboards were dirty and had to be rewashed before use. Not sure if it was an issue with the previous visitors or cleaning company. Otherwise, a very pleasant and comfortable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kadie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t beat the location!

We had an amazing stay at the Sandcastle! Kim was very responsive and accommodating. The kitchen was very well stocked and the location was incredible. They had a great supply of beach chairs and bikes. The sunsets from the back porch were unreal!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation!

Great location. Perfect size house for our family. Comfortable and clean. Second time staying here and we will plan another trip.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandcastle by the sea

Perfect accommodation!! So many amenities. Great location. Love Bald Head. We had a wonderful time and would stay there again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous beach house!

My family of four spent a week at Sandcastle by the Sea. The house was lovely and in a great location. It is centrally located on the island and just a short golf cart ride to the market, shops and several restaurants. We could easily walk to the beach. The kitchen is well stocked. There are lovely views from every room in the house. The decor is current and beautiful. Kim, the host, was super responsive and made the entire rental process easy. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a place!

Better than advertised! My family and I had a great time. Kim gave clear, concise instructions and check in and check out were easy peasy. The location is 10/10 and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We absolutely love BHI. Sand Castle was the perfect location for our family over Thanksgiving. Beautiful beach steps from our porch!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bald Head Island

Great location of this house on this magical island
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe S., New York (Manhattan)

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home. Wonderful Host!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean, spacious and decorated tastefully. The beach a short walk out the front door. The host, Kim, was quick to respond and very helpful in every way. When we asked, a day before our arrival, if there was a blender at the house, she replied that the previous occupants had broken it, but that she would have a new one sent asap. It arrived on our first morning in the house. Very highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach stay with my daughter’s

Great location, fastest golf cart on the island 😎, all that one would need to enjoy a great beach location with a full kitchen, beach toys and clean house! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful anniversary trip

We have been to BHI many times with a big group of family, but my wife and I decided to just get away for 5 days to celebrate our anniversary. There aren’t a lot of rental properties at BHI for just 2 people, but this house was perfect for the 2 of us (and we didn’t even use the 2 upstairs bedrooms). Everything was very clean and well maintained. Fast golf cart. We got lots of use out of the bikes, beach chairs, and Shibumi. Kim was very responsive when we couldn’t figure out how to operate the dishwasher. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

Just an all around wonderful experience! The place is great and communication with the owner was second to none. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

The kitchen is well equipped and the appliances are very nice! Great location in the island
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect!

This home was perfect! Super clean, amazing location, classically and beautifully decorated. We packed light for the ferry ride, but the home had everything we needed after a trip to the Maritime Market to get some groceries. This home is well cared for and I can tell well loved. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanann Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Our Stay!

This was our second year staying at the Sandcastle! We adore this place! It is perfect for our family, and we are looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

We had a wonderful stay at this property. House was perfect. Fully stocked kitchen, clean, perfect location to the beach. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, relaxing vacation

My husband and I, our two small kids and my dad all enjoyed our week staying at Sandcastle by the Sea. The house was spotless and provided the perfect place to relax and enjoy each others company. Our kids loves all of the toys and art supplies, not to mention zipping around on the golf cart. The location to the beach could not have been more ideal, just a few steps away on a fairly new walkway. We also appreciated the nicely appointed appliances, i.e. the coffee maker and washer/dryer…….both a must have with small kids 😀. We will definitely be coming back to Bald Head Island and hopefully Sandcastle by the Sea.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

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