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Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bald Head Island Conservancy
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bay Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

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About the area

Bald Head Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Bald Head Island (Cape Fear Station), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Bald Head Island Conservancy and 7 minutes by foot from Bay Beach. .This vacation home is 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from Carolina Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Caswell Beach.
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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) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Frying Pan
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
  • Provision Company
  • Edgewater 122

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

Shell Cottage at Cape Fear Station invites you to Bald Head Island! BHI is a unique and peaceful island accessible by a 20 minute passenger ferry or private yacht. The island has golf carts and biking as the mode of transportation. Shell Cottage is within walking/biking distance to East Beach—one of the most favored beaches on the island—Turtle Conservancy, and Mike's Bites. Shoals Club is located conveniently close with a temporary membership available with a daily/weekly pass for an additional fee. The Maritime Market (grocery) is located 8 minutes by golf cart from the house with shopping and spa available. The Marina is located 12 minutes from the house with restaurants and many activities available.

Long term rentals welcome. 1 month to 3 months available. Discounts applied.

A charming 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage with a newly added bathroom and 2nd bedroom to make your family visit more comfortable. The house has a fully equipped galley kitchen, two flat screen TV's with cable, wifi/reliable internet, beach/bath towels, and bed linens. The house is equipped with a wealth of amenities including beach chairs, boogie boards, pop up tents, beach toys, youth sports equipment, movies, books, and games.

The cottage has one 4 person golf cart provided for guest use. 4 adult bicycles and 2 kid bicycles are available for renter use (conditions vary due to beach climate).

Complimentary starter supplies of cleaning products, paper towels and bath tissue. House is professionally cleaned between each guest.

Early check in and late check out available depending on schedule. Please check with owner regarding availability of check in/out schedule. Sleeps up to 4 people. Rental insurance is required in lieu of a security deposit.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Diane

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Welcome To Shell On Bald Head
Escape to Bald Head this Fall in Cape Fear Station
Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! Bald Head Island

Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay here! Property is exactly as described….pretty decor, comfortable beds, had everything we needed! Host was fantastic with communication and helpful in every way. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at a wonderful cottage hosted by the most responsive property owner. Beds and pillows were comfy, golf cart was new and in good shape, kitchen well equipped and loved the convenient East Beach location. Family was super pleased with our stay and expect to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Week with an Unbelievable Host

Since it was just my wife and I, I will limit my review to a couple. This house is perfect for a couple. It is just the right size where neither gets in each other’s way. The master bedroom suite is quite large with a very comfortable king bed, and the shower in the master bath is large and excellent. The house is very well stocked with excellent quality cookware. If you enjoy East Beach and the Shoals, this house is perfect. It is literally a Two minute drive to the beach entrance . Now, let me tell you about Dianne. She may be the best host I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She replies almost instantaneously and if there is any issue she gets it resolved immediately. Her advice and guidance is right on. If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great time and stay! This would be our 3rd time staying at this home. We love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie G., New Canaan, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay @ Shell Cottage

Even better than the photos! Perfect location between the Turtle Conservatory and the Shoals Club, and a qu
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Bald head fun

Fun in the tree house
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank N., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother’s Day Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful stay. We came to BHI for a 3 night Mother’s Day getaway. The home was exactly what our family needed. The location was great and the house was well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. We will definitely look to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lise N., Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great use of space

We so enjoyed our visit. We loved the location, the two golf carts and the layout. We made all our meals and the compact kitchen really worked. We will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aron K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, worry free stay

Shell Cottage is in a quaint spot in the woods, yet only a few minutes to the beach by golf cart. We found the place quite comfortable and in immaculate condition. We'd stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gary M., Sunderland

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay at Shell Cottage

Shell Cottage is a lovely home on a quiet street on BHI. It worked quite well for a couple visiting the island for a long weekend. Owner was super communicative, quickly responding to any inquiries. Cottage was clean and nicely furnished. Master bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

We had a great time this trip and Diane will go above and beyond to make your stay great, she is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this place!

10/10 stars! Loved the Sunset Cottage and location. Perfect place for a couple or small family. Diane was very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim H.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shell Cottage

Great location, accommodations and Diane the host goes above and beyond to help with all logistics.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and organized
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Empty Nester Get Away

We dropped our two boys at college and headed straight to BHI! Shell Cottage was the perfect place for just my husband and I. We loved our stay and the house is in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Perfect for our family of three for a week at the beach! Great location on the island, well-maintained house. Golf carts and bikes in great condition. Stocked with beach chairs and toys. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best

Always a great time and the host is the greatest.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Week Vacation

We had a blast the entire week and loved our stay. Highly recommend Shell Cottage for couples or small families looking for a great location and house on Bald Head Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay

Had a great stay at Shell Cottage. Would definitely recommend. House is very clean and in a great location. Excellent communication as well. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great cottage in prime location close to beach and Shoals Club! Master bedroom is lovely and basement guest room would be great for little kids or my big teenager loved having his own little hideaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024