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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪28 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean View - Family Friendly - Steps to Beach

Welcome to our family's home away from home: "Lighthouse Point." We lived in Lighthouse Point, Florida, when we were first married and loved our beach time there. Fifteen years, three kids, and one move to North Carolina later... we discovered Bald Head Island, our new beach favorite!

The beach access is just steps from the home, which means it's easy to traverse with your kids and beach gear in tow. We're adjacent to the Bald Head Island Club so you have a short walk or a one-minute golf cart ride to enjoy all the amenities there, which include multiple pools with splash pads and slides, a playground, golf, tennis, fitness facility, croquet, casual dining poolside at Horizons and fine dining inside the club. Our home is also just minutes to the Maritime Market, Shoals Club, as well as all of the fun activities on the island.

"Lighthouse Point BHI" is 2500 sq. ft. with over 800 sq. ft. of covered porches so you can take advantage of the spectacular ocean views and breathtaking sunsets. There is covered parking under the home for the two golf carts (one 4-passenger and one 6-passenger included with the rental) as well as an outdoor shower to clean off after a day at the beach.

The first floor features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a laundry area, and a kid's lounge with a 65" SmartTV and comfy couch (allowing the adults quiet time upstairs!). Our home sleeps 10, but we have a house rule of a max of 6 adults. The kids' lounge has a large bay window and access to the porch. There are built-ins with toys and games for all ages. The first master has a king-size bed and ocean views. You can access the covered porch from the master and relax in the rocking chairs while listening to the waves! The luxurious attached bath has a large double vanity with quartz countertops and an oversized tiled shower. The second master also has a king bed and attached bath with quartz vanity and tiled shower. Both masters also include 55" SmartTVs. The third bedroom has a queen bed and shares a bathroom with the bunk room. The bunk room has one twin-over-twin and one twin-over-full bunk bed (sleeps 4-5 kiddos).

The second floor is a completely open concept that flows onto a large covered porch with breathtaking ocean views. This is the perfect place for enjoying relaxing dinners! The kitchen includes custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, granite countertops, a farmhouse sink, wine fridge, and walk-in pantry. The dining area has a large table with seating for 8 in addition to seating for 4 at the island. There is a cozy sitting room -- perfect for reading a book or watching the sunsets. The family room has a large sectional, a wall of custom built-ins, and a 65" SmartTV.

All rentals include access to guest memberships at Shoals Club and BHI Club (summer guest memberships are limited at both clubs, so sign up quickly!). Also included are bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, basic toiletries, beach chairs, beach toys, bikes, baby gear (2 pack-n-plays, changing pad, bouncy seat, high chairs). Our house is very kid-friendly for sure!

We personally manage the rentals for our home and enjoy developing a relationship with each renter. We are always available by text, phone, or email and have on-island support staff to handle any issues that may arise during your stay. We are confident that you will be pleased with our home -- from the location to the layout and ocean views.. And we're sure you will fall in love with Bald Head Island just as our family has! We look forward to sharing our home with you!

Property manager

Rob & Kristin Harper
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 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
Must be 16 years old and have valid driver's license to operate golf carts.
Provide email and mailing address for rental contract within 24 hours of booking. Contract then emailed for signature and return to complete booking
Early check-in/late check-out only allowed in non-peak season and will cost additional $50/hour with four-hour limit. Must arrange prior to check-in.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is on the beach. The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. 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

  • Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bald Head Island Country Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean View - Family Friendly - Steps to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ocean View - Family Friendly - Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View - Family Friendly - Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View - Family Friendly - Steps to Beach?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View - Family Friendly - Steps to Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bald Head Island holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bay Beach, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Smith Island Museum of History. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mindy b.

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

Girls Weekend Vacay

The house was exactly as pictured. Very clean and had all the features to make it a prefect little getaway. The owners went out of their way to ease our arrival and departure. We would gladly stay at 4 Snowny Egret again and again. The location of the house is great with an easy access to a lovely beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

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

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful house. A little hiccup when we first got there but the host was very quick to rectify and made our stay wonderful. Great communication. We stayed for my son’s 15th birthday and had a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna I.

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

Weekend made for relaxing

Our overall stay was amazing! We initially had a minor hiccup but I was so impressed with how everything was handled. The property is beautiful and has the perfect setup for enjoying the ocean view or relaxing in front of the tv. Bald Head Island is such a fun place! Exploring on golf carts and eating good food is a perfect way to spend your vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori G.

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

Wonderful!

Spent the week after Christmas resting & relaxing in this lovely home. Was just what our family needed before beginning the new year. House & location was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Great house, great location

The house is exactly as described. Kitchen had everything we needed, great access to beach and golf carts in great shape. Communication was great before and during our stay. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Truly Amazing!!!

We had a wonderful stay at this home! The house was great, so centrally located and everything you can need! Tons of stuff for families ( which made travelling super easy). The views were amazing and the owner couldn't have been nicer to work with!! The island is awesome - our family can't wait to return! Highly highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Malorie M.

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

Perfect!

Everything about the property was as advertised. Ideal for young families with bunk beds, two primary bedrooms, two golf carts, two highchairs and two pack n plays. Kristin was incredibly responsive, helpful and flexible!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

scottie s.

Great, new BHI home - don't miss out!

My husband, myself, and three other couples stayed here for a long weekend in November. The property has everything you could possibly need for a relaxed vacation. We spent hours and hours on the outside porch enjoying the waterfront views. The property is a short walk from the beach and a short golf cart ride from the market. I am already recommending this property to friends & family!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Fantastic house for kids and adults

My family and friends had a tremendous time at Sweet Home Carolina. I've stayed on Bald Head 7 times before, and this is the best house that I have ever rented. This is also a phenomenal house if you have little kids. Pack-And-Plays, bikes, strollers -- they really have all that is needed and it makes a trip to the island with kids much easier. The house is brand new and very well maintained. The views of the ocean a panoramic. Its a wonderful place to spend a week or more!

10/10 Excellent

Merritt G.

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

Highly Recommend - Great Home - Great Location - Great Owners

When I go on a family vacation, I want everything to go smoothly without any problems. Everything was perfect with renting Light House Point on Bald Head Island. Owner communication was tremendous. We cheated a bit and took a private boat/taxi to (and from) the island with BHI Delivery (which I highly recommend). The house was great and well equipped and comfortable. Easy (and short) walk to the beach. It was a great family vacation -- kids enjoyed it, and mom and dad were able to relax. Highly Recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Beautiful House with Everything You Need

This house was among the cleanest we've rented on the island - even compared to houses managed by larger property management companies. While nearby construction made the location slightly less desirable, the house had everything we needed and more. This house would be fantastic for a family with kids - games, toys, supplies galore. The owners were great at communicating and responded positively to feedback. They clearly care immensely about their property, and it shows.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

charles f.

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

Gee Faison

We had a wonderful stay and have nothing negative to say. Two comments, the freezer was producing frost and not efficiently producing ice, an ice machine would be a nice addition for the well planned kitchen. The Keurig was a little messy to use, descaling would remedy that. Thanks for sharing your home on a American Treasure Bald Head Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Another great stay

Back for a second year! Wonderful & comfortable home with all amenities. Superb location. Clean, well kept, with attentive & reachable owners. Have stayed at several homes on island, but this one rocks in terms of proximity to beach/waves and comfort factor. Regardless of how hot it might be, you always get a great breeze on the deck. Sitting outside, listening to the waves, reading, chatting with family, and/or watching the bikes, golf carts, or boats go by are what come to mind when thinking about our week here. Very easy/short walk to ocean and less than 5-min drive to pool, golf, kayaking, restaurants and grocery store. Bliss...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Fantastic Stay at BHI

My family had a wonderful week-long vacation at Bald Head Island and a primary reason was our awesome rental! The house was a vibrant, comfortable, and well-stocked home base for all of our beach activities, and the view from the decks are tremendous. Included little details like provided beach towels, starter washer/dishwasher pods, tons of baby/toddler equipment, etc. just add to the ease of planning a week at the beach. And they had it all here. In addition to the five-star physical characteristics, I cannot say enough about how responsive the owners were during our stay. We had a minor issue with the fridge when we arrived and it was fixed in no time and on a Sunday to boot. Basically this was the complete package for a no-stress, awesome beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna P.

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

Great getaway with friends and family!

A group of 6 adults and 2 children stayed for a long weekend. The house was equipped with everything needed for the kids (as the listing showed) making traveling to the island easy. Owners were extremely helpful while planning the trip with our 2 children. They sent over a packet full of information about the house and island beforehand and answere all of our questions in a timely manner. The house was fantastic! The living space was a great size for our group and the kitchen was large enough to cook meals. The bunk bed room was far enough away from the other rooms and upstairs; so nap time and bed time worked perfectly - even while the adults stayed up and hung out! In addition, the location was amazing. A short walk to one of beach access points and a short drive to the BHI club. Overall, we would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

Sweethomecarolina

Well designed and well appointed/supplied for a family vacation. Great location. Owners were very responsive to texts and concerns. Only slight negative: we were not informed of ongoing construction of a new home next to property. Workers/roofers noises disrupted our use of porch for reading. Enjoyed use of golf carts, bikes & beach supplies. Clear directions for property use. Kitchen cabinets were clearly labeled. Decoration was very pleasing & comfortable. Showers were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

Wonderful home for family vacation!

Sweet Home Carolina was the perfect home for our extended family vacation! Our Spring Break vacation consisted of 3 families, with young children, whom enjoyed every minute of our time at Bald Head Island. The home was not only in great condition, beautifully decorated, and in a perfect location (ocean view/access and near BHI club), it was stocked with everything a family could need. From beach chairs, toys and towels, to bicycles, golf carts, inside toys and every kitchen appliance/amenity you could need, Sweet Home Carolina had it all. We were able to pack light because everything we needed was provided! The layout of the home was also perfect for families, with lots of gathering space and an adorable bunk room for the kids. Above all though, the owners (Chris & Colleen) were wonderful to work with - so incredibly responsive and helpful! I would highly recommend this home for anyone looking for a family, or just larger group, getaway.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Wonderful & easy

Chris and Colleen were so attentive. They emailed us several times with helpful information regarding planning, etc. prior to our trip. They texted us a couple of times to make sure we got in ok once we were on property, to tell us about a local event in case we had not seen it advertised, and were very responsive when we had a small issue with the garbage. Even though we have never met them, they were fantastic hosts. They made sure everything was in proper order and that we were pleased. It is comforting having such great access to owners during a vacation like this....it eliminates stress that can arise. The home was not only beautiful, well appointed, bright, cozy and clean....but it was also well stocked with everything we needed and more. I would definitely like to return and I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennie P., Kansas City ks

Breathtaking views

This was a beautiful new home that was just steps from the beach and the golf course. The house had a fantastic layout. All the bedrooms were down on one floor. The bedrooms were a really good size. We had 5 kids with us ages 6-15 and the house really allowed for having multiple games going on at the same time. The house was furnished with every kitchen utensil you could ever need. It also had books, games and movies for the kids, beach toys and bikes. We had everything we needed for all our kids and didn't have to purchase a thing! The golf carts were also amazing. I especially loved how organized the house was. There were labels for all the items which really helped us keep things clean. I can not say enough good things about this house and the owners. Our families did not want to leave. Just magnificent!

8/10 Good

Jenn s.

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

Great location and views

House has beautiful views! The layout is perfect for 2 families with it having 2 king suites and a spacious upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Our New Favorite Bald Head Island House

Our family spent two full weeks at Lighthouse Point in the summer of 2022 and we absolutely love everything about it. The house is very clean and in excellent repair. More importantly, it was stocked with everything we needed, especially in terms of kitchen supplies, beach towels and equipment, and children's toys). We have been visiting Bald Head since the early 1980s and has rented a different house along South Bald Head Wynd every summer since 2011. Lighthouse Point is our new favorite rental property and we hope to return next year. Our favorite features definitely included: - the ocean view from both decks, - two (actual) master suites with private baths and king beds, - being very close to the Bald Head Island Club but not next to its beach access (which gets busy), - three streaming-enabled big screen televisions, and - a smaller downstairs living room for children to play in. We have no reservations recommending Lighthouse Point to anyone. The house is wonderful, the owners were extremely kind and helpful before and during our stay, and the location might as well be oceanfront.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Oasis of relaxation

We enjoyed our stay so much. The house has a beautiful energy and the location is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

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

Excellent Rental Home

Everything was fantastic about this rental home. The hosts went above and beyond to have everything for our comfort and entertainment. The location is perfect being across the street from the beach and halfway in between the harbor and the market. The views are stunning and everything was comfortable - the beds, couches, etc. Very clean and well built home with lots of upgrades. 10 out of 10. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This house is excellent for families with children of all ages. It is well equipped with anything you could need. We did have the grandparents stay with us for a few days . Ages 72-75 and I think the stairs were a bit challenging for them especially with luggage. The house was in order and very clean. We do have a child with moderate to severe asthma who had some issues secondary to dust . However, I think most rentals have a certain amount of dust. This place is wonderful. I highly recommend staying here. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Usa

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

Wonderful

The house was all the was promised in the listing. Immaculately clean and with everything we could possibly have needed. Golf carts were outstanding and the bikes were in great shape too. Kristin was VERY responsive and answered all our questions promptly. While not front row on the beach, the architect has done a masterful job with window placement that makes you feel that you are front row as the unobstructed views from much of the home are stunning . We could not have been happier with the house, it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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