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Colonel's Cottage is a charming and spacious Maritime Forest retreat!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪29 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Visitors Center
    ‪24 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

King Owner's Suite

1 King Bed

King Suite 2

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest King

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Toilet

Owner's Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Queen Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Colonel's Cottage is a charming and spacious Maritime Forest retreat!

(5BR/4.5BA, 2K, 2Q, 2Tw, SL10, 2 Golf Carts, Sunday Turn in Peak Season, CHECK OUT 9:30AM / CHECK IN 3:30PM)
Colonel's Cottage is a charming and extremely spacious five-bedroom, 4.5-bath home set in Bald Heads lush Maritime Forest. Step onto the welcoming wraparound front porch and into this traditional floor-plan home. You are immediately delighted by the gleaming hardwood floors and elegantly-appointed open floor-plan layout. The living room area features comfortable seating with a decorative fireplace and myriads of windows. The adjacent dining area is anchored by a table that comfortably provides room for eight but can accommodate ten. Check out the shell chandelier-it is stunning! Beyond the dining area is the breakfast bar with seating for four. The adjacent gourmet kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances and plenty of prep space that will accommodate multiple chefs. Just steps away is the screen porch which furnishes another gathering area and an additional dining option. Finally, beyond that is a serene patio with yet another table for alfresco feasts.

The King Owner's suite, located on the main level, is perfect for folks who want privacy but wish to minimize steps. It features a King bed and a spa-like bath with shower, soaking tub and his and hers sinks. The main floor also offers a Queen suite with a full bath. Upstairs, there are three additional bedrooms. The second King suite features a private full bath. There is also a Queen bedroom and a bedroom with two Twin beds. These share another full bath outfitted with a Jacuzzi tub. In addition, there is an additional sitting space equipped with a flat screen TV. This is one more location perfect for cozy conversations, movie-watching or just unwinding. Plus, with WWP, you get access to 24/7 Property Manager Assistance Line-which means you can reach needed help even after hours or on weekends .If you are looking for a great Bald Head Island vacation spot, rank Colonel's Cottage high on your list!

IMPORTANT NOTE ON CLUBS: Both clubs are independent from 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.

NOTE: TRAM SPACE IS LIMITED - PLEASE CALL 910.457.5006 TO 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.

Property manager

Wendy Wilmot Properties
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Koko Cabana
  • Frying Pan
  • Old Bridge Diner
  • Southport Smoke House

Frequently asked questions

Is Colonel's Cottage is a charming and spacious Maritime Forest retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonel's Cottage is a charming and spacious Maritime Forest retreat!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Colonel's Cottage is a charming and spacious Maritime Forest retreat!?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Colonel's Cottage is a charming and spacious Maritime Forest retreat! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bald Head Island Lighthouse, Smith Island Museum of History and Bald Head Island Visitors Center. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Comfortable and Fun Family Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed for a week in Mid August. The house was spacious, beautiful, comfotable, and had everything our family could possibly need. I also want to highlight Wendy Wilmot---when we needed information about the Garage Access code or questions about the island WWP was responsive and helpful. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Grace P.

Best Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I, along with our 2 sons and their families just had a fabulous stay on BHI. The house was great and suited our needs perfectly. Loved having the two golf carts. If there was a negative it was only that the bed in the beautiful master bedroom was too big for my husband to get into! This was one of the best houses we have stayed in. Exactly as advertised.
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

July 2023 Stay

This was our 11th year on baldhead island. This is definitely one of the top two houses. Everything was very well-maintained, organized, stocked, comfortable beds, lights labeled, etc. etc. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The only thing I would consider is some extra drawers in the twin bedroom, since there’s nowhere to put your clothes. Other than that - perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

July 2019 Stay

We have had a wonderful week. Colonel's Cottage is beautiful. Nicest beach property I have ever rented. Extremely clean, well stocked kitchen. Quick access to the beach. Loved watching the birds in the back yard. Wendy Wilmot Properties a delight to work with. I felt well taken care of and the communication was wonderful. Love Bald Head Island, so beautiful. Enjoyed the spa, grocery store well stocked. My family has already decided we want to come back next year and we want to stay in the same house.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Great times on Bald Head Island

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful trip. Great times, beautiful house, wonderful experience with Wendy Wilmott Properties
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

A Big Fun House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had a wonderful stay in July. There were 8 of us and had plenty of room to gather for meals and play games or go off to relax on ones own. The beach, pools, market, restaurants were minuets away. The house was well stocked in the kitchen and had convenient beach chairs and other accessories Several of us biked daily. The area was very, very quiet, just lovely. We would say we were all very satisfied with this well kept house and the support of the management company.
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6/10 Okay

Mike I.

Colonels Cottage in June

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was nicer than we expected from the pictures and was a good floor plan for our family. We enjoyed the porches and second living area. We would have liked to have had more towels in the unit and the brakes on one of the golf carts were not good at all. Overall it’s a nice rental in the forest with lovely porches and plenty of bikes for the whole family. The property is in need of a good power washing and some unsafe boards sticking up in the walkway outside, but we are mindful that it’s an island that has recently weathered a storm and repairs may be behind a little.
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10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

The Colonel's Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time with our family at this home. The home was beautiful & very well kept. There was plenty of room with 5 bedrooms & we loved the porches. we were thrilled to watch the Painted Buntings from the rear porch,(our 1st sightings of these beautiful birds), as well as several deer in the rear yard. The grandkids loved it. The location was very convenient to the market, marina & restaurants & the Bald Head Club's new water park. Wendy Wilmot Properties were so helpful & quick to provide anything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Wonderful Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Ladies Golf Trip, The home was a perfect fit for adults Ladies. They all had a wonderful time!
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10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Thanksgiving Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Colonel's Cottage is simply delightful! Stepping inside feels like home. Clean and conveniently located to the BHI club and shopping. We enjoyed watching the deer pass through from the screened porch. The kitchen contains everything you need for preparing family meals. The Maritime Market offers prepared Family Meals which we chose to take advantage of one night. Our grandkids enjoyed the books, puzzles and bikes provided. The adults appreciated the comfortable beds as the mattresses were better than others. We have rented through Wendy Wilmot several times. They have never failed to respond to any email within 24 hours or phone call within the hour. Treat yourself to a lovely retreat. Colonel's Cottage is simply delightful!
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

A little slice of Heaven in the forest

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home. Perfect for our two families. Would rent it again over and over
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Lovely Experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful well maintained private home in the forest conveniently located near grocery, harbor, BHI Club and beach. Golf carts were in good condition. Everything worked well. The only criticism is the knives need to either be replaced or sharpened.

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