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Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.

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

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A large resort with multiple swimming pools, a golf course, and a lighthouse in the background.
Golf
A beach with rows of blue umbrellas and lounge chairs, sandy dunes in the foreground, and the ocean in the background.
A wooden deck leading to a house surrounded by trees.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and umbrellas.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Bald Head Island

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Cape Fear Station vacation home, you'll find Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Conservancy. 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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.

This beautiful renovated Nantucket inspired cottage in Surfmans Walk is nestled in the maritime forest, just a short East Beach, the most popular beach on BHI. It is also a short walk (and even shorter golf cart ride) to Shoals Club, The Commons Park, Bald Head Island Conservancy and miles of biking, hiking and walking trails. Your hosts, Catherine and Brian, make sure you have everything you need to have a beautiful beach vacation.

The two screened porches and tree-canopied patio with fresh salt air and the sounds of soothing surf in the distance offer a perfect backdrop to read, drink a glass of wine, cook out, have your morning coffee and relax with family. The back screened porch has a beautiful swinging bed and directly accesses a boardwalk complete with ancient oaks, Spanish moss and a community gazebo. Outdoor deck is outfitted with gas grill and comfortable seating. Al fresco dining is available in the screened-in porch and the deck.

This house provides extra privacy as each bedroom has it’s own bathroom and smart TV. There are two bedrooms in the main house. The master bedroom has a king bed. The other bedroom in the main house has 3 twin beds (2 twins and a trundle). There is also a detached tree-house style guest cottage over the garage, which provides extra privacy with a queen-sized bed, smart TV and ensuite full bathroom. The crofter being detached from the house gives the guests added privacy and quiet.

Cottage is well stocked with all the comforts of a relaxing beach vacation—WiFi, 2 golf carts (6-person and 4-person), heated outdoor shower, 6 beach chairs, 4 cruiser bikes, cooler, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach umbrellas, sand toys, boogie boards, surf board, board games, books, puzzles, portable high chair, pack n’ play crib, Keurig and regular coffee makers, blender, crock pot and fully stocked kitchen. Bike helmets are not provided. Bike pump is in the garage.

Weekly rentals are Saturday-Saturday in summer. We will entertain shorter stays outside of the high season. Message me to discuss.

Our house has the option to purchase temporary memberships at Shoals Club (pool/restaurant/beach access/fitness center) AND Bald Head Island Club (golf/tennis/pool/restaurant/croquet/fitness center). Not all homes have access to both clubs. Shoals Club is closest to the house (5 minute walk), oceanfront and offers pools, dining, bars, fitness center and beach access. Bald Head Island club offers golf, tennis, croquet, dining, pools, park and water slide. Both clubs offer beautiful views and excellent food. Photos of the clubs are included in the pictures for our house.

If playing golf on vacation is important to you, then you need to rent a house that provides the option for a golf membership to BHI Club. This house provides this option.

Another benefit of our house is having 2 golf carts—4-person and 6-person. 2 carts enable groups to separate for the many different activities the island has to offer.

Amazing restaurants, a spa, and a fully stocked market are minutes away from this quintessential Bald Head beach cottage.

In short, our goal is for you to have everything you need to enjoy the perfect vacation. We will take good care of you on your stay.

Please message me with any questions.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
• Be out of the house by 10:00 am on checkout day. • Load and run dishwasher. • Wash, dry and fold BEACH TOWELS. • Leave beds made up. • Gather towels in bathroom floor.
• Throw away or pack all food items. • Take out trash. • Put ‘yes’ sign on front of garage for garbage pick-up. • Park both golf carts in garage, plug them in to charge, close and lock garage doors.
• Leave golf cart keys on the key rack in kitchen. • Lock all doors (front porch, back porch, crofter, garage). • Put at least one house key back in lock box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

You must be a licensed driver to drive the golf carts. All NC driving laws apply to golf carts on the island.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: we have a pack-n-play crib and a booster seat

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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. 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 Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Bay Beach and 19.7 mi (65-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. to downtown Bald Head Island?

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

Ultimate Bald Head cottage. Shoals Club/BHI Club access w/ GOLF. 2 golf carts. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family truly enjoyed staying at this charming Bald Head Island cottage. It’s a short walk to East Beach — our favorite spot — and Catherine was a fantastic communicator throughout our stay. A welcome bag and text were such thoughtful touches as well as her farewell text.We also appreciated that the bikes were in the garage and in great condition, which made exploring the island even more fun. The home has two wonderful porches — we loved eating meals on the front porch and relaxing on the back porch in the evenings.The house was spotless, well‑maintained, and the two golf carts made getting around incredibly easy. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this home to anyone visiting BHI.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and appreciated the owner checking in with us to see if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully cozy house in a perfect location! It had everything we needed and then some, and the host was so helpful and lovely. Definitely the best rental experience we’ve had on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage! We particularly loved the porch swing/sofa! Host could not have been more responsive, helpful and generous.Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and Catherine went out of her way to accommodate our family. The kitchen was stocked and house was very clean. Great location and loved all the attention to the little details.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

BHI vacation

Our family of 4 loved the week at this Bald Head Island property. Friendly host and easy check-in made us feel welcome. Perfect location in our favorite neighborhood of Surfman’s Walk, as well as functional kitchen, comfortable living room, clean bedrooms/bathrooms, and two golf carts. Hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was cute and cozy and clean! The setting in the woods was very charming. We had our coffee each morning on the screen porch and were entertained by the squirrels chasing each other around. Location was excellent. Added bonus, the king bed was so comfortable! Host was awesome and very helpful. 100% recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was wonderful for our family getaway. 5 min from East Beach and located in a lovely neighborhood on the island. We enjoyed the gold carts, the bikes, and the comfortable beds. Catherine our host was extremely accommodating and kind and she has extremely quick response times. This was our second time on the island so we understood the ferry/tram schedule but she was so kind to provide any other information as needed. We were pleased with the holiday activities that were offered over the Thanksgiving weekend. We would gladly stay here again! It’s is becoming our “happy place” too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Bald Head

Great home! Great location! Everything you could need
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

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

Convenient and cozy

A quick ride, bike or walk to the best beach on the island. The house was well stocked and worked out perfectly for our family of six.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay at Gaga’s Gift. The home was clean and very well appointed. We had all the amenities needed. The screened porches were perfect for our morning coffee. We loved the proximity to the beach and Shoals Club. Our host was very responsive and friendly. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, very comfortable place (beds, couches, hanging couch on the back porch, etc.) with decorations that are on point. Very clean and having a washer/dryer proved very convenient along with a well equipped kitchen. Catherine & Brian were excellent hosts and made everything seamless. We enjoyed the provided bikes and having 2 golf carts was perfect for our family. We have stayed at many different places on BHI and will certainly come back to this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail T.

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

Wonderful vacation home!

Gaga's Gift was exactly what we needed and as advertised. The house is lovely and comfortable and has the best-equipped and stocked kitchen I've ever had on BHI. The owner was attentive and communicative about everything. We loved our time in her house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

So peaceful!

This is the perfect location to get away from the busyness of life! A tranquil space with all the amenities you need for your vacation! Catherine was wonderful; very responsive and accommodating! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney R.

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

Great weekend away!

We had a wonderful stay here in early May! The house is in the perfect spot to be close to some great beaches and it is an adorable location that feels like a private oasis. We enjoyed the amenities provided which include bikes and golf karts and communication with the hosts was seamless. They were so kind to offer a late check out on our last day so we could enjoy our time a little longer! We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I stayed at Gaga’s Gift to unwind after beach week with ALL of the family in another spot the week before. The house, and the Surfman’s Walk community were quiet and peaceful. House was well-stocked and the bed was comfortable. The pictures are accurate. Catherine was great to work with—she got back with me quickly whenever I had any questions. We love the East Beach location and recommend the Shoals Club membership for easy access to the beach and its others amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy F.

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

Great location, Perfect house!

We loved our stay at Gaga's Gift! The space was clean, well-equipped, and located within 3 minutes of the beach. Two golf carts plus plenty of bikes were a perk. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Great Location

We have vacationed on BHI for more than two decades. We had never stayed near East Beach. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Everything you need at BHI

Wonderful house at Surfman's Walk. Kitchen is well appointed, living room is very comfortable, and there are beach chairs to take down to East Beach - what else do you need? A great week at BHI.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

Lovely cottage tucked away in the woods.

This cottage was perfect for us! Cozy and quiet, but near enough to the beaches and club that it didn't feel remote. Everything was as described. I especially loved the daybed swing on the porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

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

Wonderful Stay!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Ga-GA’s Gift. The house is very comfortable and has a great set up. There was a fun assortment of games that my kids enjoyed playing. Kitchen is well appointed. Beds are cozy. We love the location and being near East Beach and the Shoals Club. We would rent here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

A true “gift”

An excellent house that has everything you need. The beds are so comfortable...we slept great all week! This was our first trip to Bald Head and the owner was incredibly helpful. Highly recommend this home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

So charming!

Very cozy yet enough room to spread out. Back deck is enchanting & so nice to relax with morning coffee. Would definitely rent this property again. Had everything we needed for a friends getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Wonderful Home, Wonderful Hostess

Both the home and the owner, Catherine, were fantastic. The home was conveniently located to our favorite beach on the island (East) and the service, recommendations, and courtesy was second to none from Catherine. We have stayed in many homes over many years on BHI and this one ranks right up at the top.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Grandma loved it

We rented 8 properties for the week and our 93 year old grandma stayed here. She loved it. Catherine is a wonderful host. This is a great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023