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Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station!

Bald Head Island vacation home in Cape Fear Station area

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
    ‪29 min walk‬

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About the area

Bald Head Island

Cape Fear Station stay.You'll be steps from Bald Head Island Conservancy and within a 10-minute walk of Bay Beach with a stay at this Cape Fear Station vacation home. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Loco Jo's Grill
  • Fizzy Janes

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station!

(3BR/2BA,SL8,1K/1Q/1D/2Tw, 2 Golf Carts, Friday Turn in Peak Season, CHECK OUT 10:00/ CHECK IN 5:30) Reel Life is tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station-just minutes to Bald Head's East Beach, the Shoals Club and the Conservancy. This three Bedroom+ sleeping alcove/two bath PET FRIENDLY beach haven oozes curb appeal with its charming white picket fenced yard and welcoming covered wraparound porch where a hanging swing and multiple rockers beckon you to stop and relax to birdsong and cicada serenades.

Inside, step onto warm hardwoods in the well-appointed kitchen of this cozy, open floor plan. You'll appreciate the gleaming granite counters, large prep island with breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and spacious pantry. The nearby dining set is sided by a wall of natural light-sharing windows. Enjoy nibbles here or through the French doors to the house-length screen porch where you can commune with the Island's abundant nature while savoring bites or your first cup of joe. Back inside, the living space is brightened by its two stories of windows. It's a great spot to share family games, movies, conversation and snuggles.

Down the hall you'll find both a corner Queen bedroom and a corner Twin bedroom that share a full hall bath. The laundry is also located there. Upstairs, the bright, airy King Owners suite boasts two closets and a pampering ensuite. There's also a sleeping alcove, with a Double, on this level.

Decorated with tasteful beach details and offering a convenient back alley for access to your garage and your two 4-seater carts, and providing access to WWP's 24/7 Property Manager Assistance Line-which means you can reach needed help even after hours or on weekends Reel ,Life could make your BHI stays "Reely" fine! An additional $300 nonrefundable pet fee is required if bringing along a dog. This home only has membership to the Shoal's Club, there is no membership to the BHI Club.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON CLUBS: Both clubs are independent fr om WWP or any WWP properties. As such, all arrangements for temporary memberships must be handled by renters directly with the Clubs. Renters are strongly encouraged to make desired reservations with the club immediately upon booking, and also to become familiar with club policies, procedures, and schedules. WWP representatives will not be able to answer most club-related questions.
Remember, with Wendy Wilmot Properties there are no surprise "add-on" expenses. Plus, our homes' rental charges include cleaning fees, damage insurance and our Property Manager Assistance Line, available 24/7...something you'll appreciate if your air conditioning goes out on the weekend or you get a golf cart flat after 5 PM.

NOTE: TRAM SPACE IS LIMITED - PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TO AND FROM THE ISLAND WHEN BOOKING. WWP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR GETTING YOU TO AND FROM YOUR RENTAL HOME. WWP DOES NOT GUARANTEE NUMBER OF OR CONDITION OF BIKES, BEACH UMBRELLAS, BEACH CHAIRS, BEACH TOYS, OR BEACH TOWELS. ANY CANOES, KAYAKS, OR PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ARE NOT A PART OF THE HOME RENTAL AND SHALL NOT BE USED BY RENTAL GUESTS.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! to the airport?

This vacation home is 37 mi (55-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Bay Beach and 19.7 mi (67-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station!?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! to downtown Bald Head Island?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Bald Head Island.

Reel Life tucked into a pretty, wooded bend in prestigious Cape Fear Station! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for Thanksgiving! The kitchen was very well outfitted. We had everything we needed! We loved the comfortable beds, updated bathrooms, and outdoor spaces. The firepit and backyard swing were great fun. The carts were in wonderful shape for getting around the island. Thanks to the property management company for making everything so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Wonderful Stay at Reel Life

This was a wonderfully maintained property in a gorgeous location. The host was great to work with, and I would definitely rent this property again. We had a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie L.

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

Real Life was great

The home was very comfortable and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Family beach week

A great little house in a great location. The owner was fantastic to work with. We will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Spring break at BHI

We had a great time at Reel Life! We had never stayed in East Beach before. House is beautiful, with many nice amenities. Easy walk or bike to beach and Shoals Club. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lewis S.

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

Relaxing & Peaceful

We had a relaxing and peaceful Christmas week at the Reel Life. It was a very short walk each morning to the beach and a quick golf cart ride for coffee afterwards. The house is a great set-up to just relax and enjoy the island.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

The Nest is always great!

Thank you again, Janice. BHI never disappoints.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Perfect family vacation

My family of 4+dog had the best time in Ryan & Ashley’s home. It was perfectly located and well stocked with kitchen supplies, beach gear/towel, and kids games/activities. Ryan and Ashley were wonderful to work with. They were gracious and understanding with me when I made a booking error. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Same as A.

Perfect Location

From the moment you enter the inviting front porch, Reel Life doesn't disappoint. The location is perfect, close to the East Beach, Mike's, the Turtle Conservancy, and Federal Road. The inside is serene and comfortable with everything you may need. While we did not need it for our stay, there is a quaint sleeping loft upstairs which is a nice bonus! You also have peace of mind knowing it's a Wendy Wilmot property, which ensures if anything does come up it will be handled!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy C.

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

Wonderful Bald Head getaway

We enjoyed our time at The Nest. Great location on a quiet street! Our kids enjoyed the game closet. We enjoyed the expansive porches. Overall the house was well-stocked, would have been nice to have another set of silverware in the house. The owner was very responsive and when we had a small issue, sent someone over immediately.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Paradise

The house and location were great! Fully stocked with toys and entertainment for the kids, including lots of bikes and scooters which was amazing. We loved rocking on the front porch. Golf carts were great. One golf cart is a convertible FYI and needs to be covered outside. Super close to the beach, mikes bites and shoals club. The outdoor and screened in porch furniture could use a power washing, but didn’t impact our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Caroline P.

Summer stay

This is a great home and amazingly stocked!!! We have been to BHI many times and stayed in many homes. This is a favorite. Very clean, great floor plan and kitchen. Carts are new and there are usable bikes, beach towels, beach chairs, etc. so super helpful. My only suggestions are a table to eat at in the screened porch and/or outside and the auto lighter on the grill did not work. Great location and we had an amazing time! Very easy company to rent from and really responsive.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Great Property!

Excellent BHI home for a family! The property was spotless upon arrival, the kitchen well stocked and all rooms had extremely comfortable beds and pillows. The location is top notch - we love East Beach! We appreciated the map provided upon arrival - a nice welcoming item since we are traveling in from out of town. The only drawback was the home was not acutally fenced in - it was fenced, but not fenced in for our furry family member. Ultimately, not a huge deal as our dog stayed with us most of the time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Thomas S.

Several Issues, Could Have Been Better

Three grills and all dysfunctional. 2nd golf cart has no windshield/roof. Thats fine for a personal cart but not for a rental when you have a family of 5 and have no choice but to use that cart to go out as a group. HVAC two zone is not set up properly. So hot on second floor slept on the couch. Won't rent that house again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

First Time on Bald Head Island

This island pace was relaxed and refreshing. The property was nice, but a bit unkept. We had to wash the duvet cover in the master bedroom our first night because it was dirty. We also had to wash the blankets in the living room before using them. The outdoor space was weedy and unkept with lots of spider webs / cobwebs so we didn’t really enjoy the outdoor spaces. The golf carts were nice and clean, but the power was low on both of them and we had to let others on the road pass us constantly because they were easily overtaking us. Lightbulbs in key locations like over the dining room table were out and need replacing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

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

We found this cottage super clean, updated and very comfortable.

How lovely to find a pet friendly rental that was sparkling clean. The Decour was fresh and updated, the kitchen was very organized and well stocked, and all in all the house was wonderful. There is a lot of attention to detail. I would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

David J.

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

Cozy and Relaxing House Nestled Among the Trees

Nice home with nearly everything you could want during a stay. Pros - well stocked kitchen, kids toys, 2 nice golf carts, smart TV's in multiple locations, multiple grills, great porch space & furniture, nice bathrooms, plenty of beach gear, coolest upstairs bedroom loft area. Cons - some areas could benefit from a deep clean such as shower heads and cabinet area around trash can, bikes are in poor condition and some not operable, HVAC unit is directly outside of the downstairs queen bedroom and can be noise at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bonnie a.

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

First timers

Perfect for our family of 8! We enjoyed everything about the trip /island! It was our first time and we had no idea what to expect, Ryan and Ashley were very helpful! What a beautiful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Poncie R.

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

great spot!

We're longtime bald head vacationers and this house was excellent! Very thoughtful -- for example, every time you'd look for a hook, it would be there for your towel. Beds were comfy, yard was great for our dogs. Even though this neighborhood is one of the denser ones on the island, this house was very quiet. Great location for easy trips to the beach! I also lost a golf cart key a few days in, and the owner helped me replace it within 24 hours so we didn't miss a beat of our vacation. Will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim R.

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

Our Impressions

Overall House is in a Great Location. Property did not provide any Dishwasher or Laundry Supplies. Icemaker kept freezing up and Oven was temperamental. Cart Storage situation was cumbersome at best. Yard could use some tending and not a real fan of the Roaches in the Master Bedroom & Bath.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful house in a great location! Very clean, nicely furnished, and accurate listing. Owners were great communicators which helped make our first trip to Bald Head easy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D.

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

Loved our stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this house over Spring Break. We rented this house 7 years ago, and it is just as beautiful and clean now as it was then! Communication from the owners was thorough and great. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed, and we especially appreciated the first aid kit when our daughter took a bad spill on her bike! We will definitely rent from you again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Darian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location

Great location close to beach and amenities. Shoals club was nice if you don't like hauling your beach gear (they will set up chairs and umbrellas for you). If you have smaller kids the house provides a lot of the stuff you need. House is three bedrooms with a bonus loft with a bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Wonderful visit!

We truly enjoyed our stay at this lovely home on Bald Head Island! The home was well equipped, clean and having our black lab with us made the walks on the beach very enjoyable. I hope to return to this home as it was peaceful, private and well appointed. Communication with the owner was easy, prompt and helpful. We did not utilize the Shoals Club membership but hope to.do so another time. Many thanks for a very relaxing vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie e.

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

Great location

The house was very well outfitted and the beds were comfortable. Great location on the island
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021