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Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Bald Head Island

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4 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Place, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪22 min walk‬

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About the area

Bald Head Island

In Bald Head Island .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Bald Head Island vacation home, you'll find Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bay Beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum of History are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kent Mitchell Nature Trail - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Locals Family Diner
  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
  • Loco Jo's Grill
  • Southport Tap And Cellar

About this property

Entire place

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

Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS!

Welcome to Sandy Bottoms, a beautifully updated coastal cottage in the sought-after Ibis Roost community, thoughtfully renovated over winter 2025/26 to offer more space, comfort, and functionality for families and groups. When completed this spring, this charming home will now feature four bedrooms and four full bathrooms, making it an ideal island retreat with room for everyone to relax and unwind.

Tucked into a quiet neighborhood of just 29 cottages on peaceful lanes off the main Wynds of the island, Sandy Bottoms is perfectly situated for biking and walking—even with little ones. The home is located directly across from the community pool, making sunny swim days effortless.

Inside, the home's newly expanded kitchen is the heart of the space, created from the former sunroom and designed for gathering. This bright, open kitchen offers ample prep space, updated appliances, and everything you need to cook comfortably while staying connected to the living and dining areas. The adjacent dining area seats eight and extends to accommodate up to ten guests, perfect for family meals and game nights.

The open-concept living room is filled with natural light and offers plenty of comfortable seating, making it an inviting spot to relax after a day at the beach. Roku TVs are provided in the living area and all bedrooms for easy entertainment.

The main level features three well-appointed bedrooms, including two primary king suites with private ensuite bathrooms. The third bedroom offers a queen bed with a twin XL loft bed and has access to a nearby full bathroom.

Upstairs, the enclosed loft has been transformed into a spacious sleeping area ideal for kids, teens, or shared family accommodations. This level includes a queen bed and twin-over-twin bunk beds, along with a private full bathroom and ample storage.

Step outside to enjoy the wraparound porch, where you can relax in the hammock, sip your morning coffee, or listen to the sounds of nature while the kids bike safely through the neighborhood.
Additional highlights include updated LVP flooring throughout in 2026, new HVAC in 2026, modern finishes, and a well-equipped kitchen featuring a coffee station for both ground coffee and K-Cups, filtered water and ice, and convenient small appliances for easy vacation meals.

Optional Lifestyle Memberships at the Bald Head Island Club and Shoals Club may be purchased directly through the clubs.

The home includes one four-passenger and one six-passenger golf cart.

Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.

This home is not pet friendly.

Important Information for Your Stay
At BHI Vacations, we want to ensure you have the best possible experience during your visit. Please note that while some homes may provide bicycles or beach towels, we do not maintain or guarantee their availability.
The Bald Head Island Club and Shoals Club operate independently from BHI Vacations, and guest memberships must be purchased directly through each club. Availability varies by home listing, and during the summer season, memberships may sell out quickly. To avoid disappointment, we strongly recommend securing your club membership as early as possible.
Additionally, the Bald Head Island ferry system is independently operated and not affiliated with BHI Vacations. To ensure a smooth arrival and departure, we encourage guests to book ferry and tram reservations well in advance.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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

  • No pets allowed

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
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 in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.3 mi (48-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! to the beach?

This vacation home is 19.7 mi (65-min drive) from Carolina Beach and 0.1 mi (1-min drive) from Caswell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! to downtown Bald Head Island?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Bald Head Island.

Sandy Bottoms NEWLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOMS! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Great, family friendly house!

We had a great stay! The house was exactly as described and was plenty spacious for our family. Very kid friendly! My in laws loved their first visit to the island and are already planning a trip back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Would definitely stay here again!

The house was clean, beautiful and great communication from Laura. Everything worked and was in great shape
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Return summer vacation to BHI

We had another amazing visit to BHI and enjoyed out stay at this home. It was a perfect location- mid island - to the market- marina area or beaches. They had boogie boards for our girls to use, beach towels, etc.. Would definitely return here again for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariah E.

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

Great place!

I told my husband several times that this was my favorite rental we’ve ever had, of anywhere we’ve gone! The owners have thought of everything you could need and it was so well stocked. Not having to bring any beach gear or toys made for easy packing, and they had all the baby gear I needed for our one year old. The newly renovated home was so beautiful and clean. The owner was so sweet and quick to respond to my one question! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location and nice pool

The location is great and convenient to everything. The pool is very well kept and enjoyable. The house is laid out well. The bedrooms are a good size. The screen porch and extra sunporch room are really nice. The house was not completely cleaned and some of the furniture, etc. is in need of repair and/or a good cleaning. We were told that the 6 person golf cart may have some temporary issues, but it worked well for us. The 4 person cart, however was slow with a very dim light for driving at night and needs some tlc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Enjoyed Sandy Bottoms

Our family enjoyed our stay at Sandy Bottoms. The home was stocked with everything we needed. The pantry had spices, oils, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap. My children enjoyed the bikes. We had a family of 6, so having two golf carts was nice. The location in the Maritime Forest is great for the shade and mid-island location. The Wifi worked well, so my husband and I could work when necessary. We bought a guest pass to the Bald Head Island Club, which we enjoyed more than we thought we would. The kids loved the water slides and splash pad and my husband and I enjoyed the exercise room. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelli R.

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

Loved this spot.

Bald Head is a great vacation spot. We had never stayed in this area on Bald Head before and it may be our favorite so far. Easy to get to south beach or east beach and minutes from the market and shopping. Kids loved it because they could easily ride bikes places. And bikes provided by owner were in great shape. Also loved the house. It’s not huge, but every space is used to maximize the room. Plenty of places to sleep. It was very helpful that the spices and condiments were left in fridge and pantry too. And, we were a little skeptical that the filtered fridge water could replace buying bottled water, but brought refillable bottles to try it out. And out of the filter the water did taste great so we never bought any bottled water during the trip. Great vacation and recommend this spot. Owners were very responsive and would definitely rent from them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten F.

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

Great place, Great location

We had the best time at Sandy Bottoms! The house was cozy but with plenty of room for 5 adults to all be comfortable! The front porch with the hammocks was such a great relaxing area and much time was spent there. The house location was perfect , not too far from the yacht basin with its shops and eateries and just minutes to the beach, the market and Jailhouse (breakfast/lunch/dinner spot)! Laura was the a very thoughtful host and responsive to our questions. Would highly recommend staying here to friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Vacation bliss

We had a wonderful week staying at Sandy Bottoms! It was our first time on the island and the house was a perfect size for our family and well situated with easy access to everything. Couldn’t have asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia R.

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

Everything We Could Possibly Ask for in a Summer Rental!

We loved our weeklong stay at Sandy Bottoms! From the first communication when booking the property 6 months ago, to emails and texts during our stay, owner Laura Riner, was very responsive and helpful, even forewarning us when dangerous riptides were forecast. There was a problem with the AC one day, and she reached out to us before we'd really figured out that the house wasn't cooling. The 'smart' thermostat had alerted her. She had HVAC technicians there within the hour and the system was up and running shortly thereafter. The house is charming and comfortable with a fully outfitted kitchen. Plus the pantry was loaded with staples likely left by previous renters. We never ran out of cooking oil, paper towels or popcorn! The Packn'Play crib, the highchair seat, and many kids' bikes, scooters, beach towels and sand toys were much appreciated and meant we had much less to lug over on the ferry. Another highlight was the community pool, mere feet from the house. We typically took the kids to the beach in the morning; then after their naps, we played in the very clean, well shaded and perfectly warmed pool until dinnertime. As an early riser, I loved making a cup of coffee and taking it out on the porch, watching the sun rise and listening to the birds chatter in the magical hour before time to make pancakes and wrangle babies into bathing suits! We hope to be back next year, it was absolutely glorious!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Excellent beach home

This property was so well equipped. The kitchen, although small met all our needs. Plenty of bikes for everyone. We used the shower at the pool to always rinse off before going to the house. The pool was just steps away and a lot of time we had it completely to ourselves. Laura was super nice and quick to resolve any problems. We hope to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Family Vacation

Great rental! We loved our stay! Location was great, house amenities were perfect, and the space was wonderful and well done.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Wonderful stay at Sandy Bottoms!

Our stay at Sandy Bottoms was wonderful! The neighborhood is quiet and centrally located near shopping and dining. The property was clean and the hosts thought of every detail! The check in and check out process was very easy and Laura responded quickly to our questions. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Cozy and Convenient

The house was fantastic. Everything was so well thought out. The layout was extremely functional for us (3 adult couples and a 4-month old). Three bedrooms and 3 baths gave every one private space. The kitchen had every imaginable appliance and was stocked with oils, condiments, etc. All the cabinets were labeled which made for easy organizing. The living/dining area and porches gave us room to spread out. There were plenty of games inside and out that kept us busy at night (we got hooked on Bananagrams). The 2 golf carts and 4+ bikes made it easy for each couple to venture out whenever they wished. The location worked really well as it was close to the grocery store/restaurants and a short drive to the beach. Being situated across from the swimming pool let us continue our day outside as well as shower before returning to the house. Laura was great to work with - providing helpful advice and responding immediately to any questions we had. We had a great stay and highly recommend Sandy Bottoms!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing spring break!

Perfect stay for spring break! Great house with lots of room and great location to everything. Teen room upstairs was the best - especially for the adults :). Private neighborhood pool was great bonus. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

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

Great time at sandy bottoms!

We had a great time staying at sandy bottoms! The house was clean and well stocked. The owner was great to work with and very responsive. Our kids loved the hammocks on the porch as well as the gaming systems upstairs. The six seater golf cart was the best 6 seater we’ve ever had! They are usually so slow! The bikes were also awesome! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reagan S.

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

Home Away From Home

This place has it all...and it's even better than the pictures! The location on the island was ideal for us- perfectly situated across from the pool, a short golf cart ride to the beach, yet still private so we could do our own thing. We enjoyed riding bikes, reading in the hammocks and playing games into the late hours of the evening. Our youngest really enjoyed the craft supplies- That was a nice touch! Thank you for helping this to be a trip we will never forget- one that even brought out smiles and belly laughs from a sometimes surly teenager! ;) We look forward to planning our next trip to Sandy Bottoms!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

shalimar h.

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

Spring Break Family

Great home and location!!! We definitely return!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Great getaway

Very well appointed home centrally located on island. Clean house with nice amenities. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave E.

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

Absolutely Fantastic

My family of 5 stayed here the last week of February. We had 2 adults and 3 kids ranging in age from 7-15. EVERYONE absolutely loved this house! This was our first stay on the island although we had made numerous day trips over the years. We couldn't have been happier with Sandy Bottoms. Its location was perfect, the neighborhood was quiet, and the house contained just about everything you could possibly need. The kitchen was exceptionally stocked. The owner was also very helpful and communicative and responded to my questions in a very prompt manner. We would love to stay here again. You should too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hassan E.

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

A Bald Head Island favorite

Perfect location and a great home for families. The property comes equipped with everything you could need and is conveniently located near the pool in a fantastic area for kids to explore safely. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett W.

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

Sandy Bottoms is gorgeous and so welcoming!

Our stay at Sandy Bottoms was wonderful. The owners have gone to great lengths to create a welcoming property that was perfect for our family. The house is immaculate and everything was in great working order, and small things like sound machines in the bedrooms made us feel at home! Thank you to the Riner family for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie L.

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

Amazing time!

This is the best rental we’ve rented on BHI. The communication with the owner was wonderful and it’s clear that they take great pride in their property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gardner M.

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

First time on BHI

We absolutely loved our first trip to BHI and Sandy Bottoms! We dealt directly with the owners who were very prompt with getting back to us whenever we had questions prior to our stay. The house was terrific - newly renovated, very cozy, and fully stocked with everything we needed! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Everything and more!

This cottage is charming and beautiful and very clean and in a great location. The kitchen is perfectly equipped and we enjoyed family meals around the large table. We also really liked spending time on the front porch and back screened porch. The six person golf cart and the bicycles made our stay even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021