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Living area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, North Carolina
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪41 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪45 min walk‬
  • Bay Beach
    ‪30 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bath 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Historical Oceanfront Cottage, BHI

One of three historic cottages once home to the namesake lighthouse keeper. Captain Charlie's 1, offers a wealth of period charm. The wood-clad walls are painted white, as is the tongue-and-groove ceiling. An open deck adds to the living space. Enjoy a relaxing getaway at this traditional, historic cottage offering panoramic views of the ocean. Sleeps 6 (max.). 3 bedrooms (1K-1Q-2T). 1 full bath. (1) 4 passenger cart. Direct beach access. Friday/Friday. 5:30 p.m. arrival/11:30 a.m. departure.

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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Oceanfront Historical Cottage, BHI

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8.8 out of 10, (14 reviews)
Oceanfront Historical Cottage, BHI

House Rules

Check in after 5:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center 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, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Kent Mitchell Nature Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Frying Pan
  • Southport Smoke House
  • Locals Family Diner
  • Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room

Frequently asked questions

Is Historical Oceanfront Cottage, BHI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historical Oceanfront Cottage, BHI?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Historical Oceanfront Cottage, BHI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historical Oceanfront Cottage, BHI located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

John T.

The Review you requested

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Outstanding location
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10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

30 year Wedding Anniversary @Captain Charlie's I

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: My husband and I had a picture perfect week. He is a great cook and spoiled me every day in the charming little kitchen. We spent hours watching the sunset from the porch! Would love to see the add of an outdoor shower before our next visit tho...I might want to stay there a month if you did that! We love BHI and Captain Charlie's did NOT dissapoint! XOXO
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10/10 Excellent

David J.

Setting on the porch

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: a great getaway for all that stuff that life brings. Someone needs to check into the kitchen pots and pans, this was the only disappointment in our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Edward R., Kansas City

Family Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: We enjoyed our stay on Bald Head Island. The Conservancy was fabulous - I strongly recommend signing up for some of their offerings. Kelly, the Educational Director, was most enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We stayed in Captain Charley 1. There was a deficiency of teaspoons, but otherwise well equipped.The rental agency was responsive when we made requests. The island is truly amazing.
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4/10 Poor

Kate C.

Would not recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is in need of updating, various things need to be fixed (ie there was no stopper for the bath, so our children could not take a bath in the shower/bath), leaks coming through the ceiling (we had to have pots and pans out to catch them so that the floor was not wet and to prevent slips and falls. Also, water flooding in through the front door when it rained, which led to our son having a bad fall. Also we suspect that there is mold in the air vents which led to my son getting sick while we were there. Overall, the house is sadly not in good shape. The rug in the living room needs to be cleaned or replaced as it is filthy and the rotten floor boards beneath it need to be fixed. The floors need to be mopped between rentals and the windows need to be cleaned as we could hardly see out of them - to see the view that we paid top dollar for! There should be at least a broom in the house so that we can sweep up sand. As it is a historical property and high prices are being charged, it needs to be better taken care of. Customer service was good when we reported that the brakes on our golf cart did not work.
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6/10 Okay

Mike L.

Capt Charlie’s 1

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Quaint and quirkky house. A couple of nice pans and wastebaskets for upstairs rooms would be nice.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

A True Departure

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: From the moment you ferry to the island this is a vacation unlike any other. The island takes you in and transforms your vacation experience. The golf carts slow the pace of life, the scenic views, lush wildlife and pristine beaches engulf the senses. Captain Charlie’s sits at the perfect part of the island and is a portal to a simpler time. We had a magical stay and can’t wait to return!
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8/10 Good

Ann F.

Beautiful location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Clean,comfortable,great porch. Kitchen very poorly stocked. No Kleenex. Mini roll of toilet tissue. No dishwashing liquid .
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy F., Jamestown, NC and St Louis, MO

Peaceful, Perfect Location, Unique

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 loved our stay at Captain Charlie's 1! The location is ideal, with a beach walkway at the end of the porch. Always a fresh beach breeze coming through the screen storm doors. The management was very responsive and easy to communicate with. The property was clean (with the exception of a few dishes that had fingerprints, so we just ran a new load of dishes). If you're looking for posh and upscale "all new," this is not your place. If you're looking for character, location, history, peacefulness all in a neat, clean cottage, this your place. Nothing else like Captain Charlie's on the island. We look forward to returning!
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6/10 Okay

Jodie S., North Carolina, US

Great view and location, ok house

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a nice stay despite not having access to the beach for the first 2 days of our stay. Due to the beach nourishment, they would not allow us to access the beach in front of the house. I was disappointed in the rental company for not alerting us or compensating us for paying for a beach access home. The house is of course very old, but cute. Furniture is nice. The kitchen is not well equipped. They need more coffee cups, sheet pan. We appreciate the stay but is overpriced compared to other bald head island options.
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8/10 Good

Robin W.

Perfect Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Captain Charlie’s 1 is a charming cottage located right at the ocean with breathtaking views. It’s very old, but has been renovated and updated over the years. The front porch and lower deck are perfect for relaxing and enjoying the amazing views.
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10/10 Excellent

Ideal Location, Historic Charm

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: A perfect spot to enjoy the beach.

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