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Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

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Exterior detail
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Coffee maker, blender, toaster, air popper, new pots and pans

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102.2 sq m

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
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪54 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪53 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

First Floor Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Third Floor Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Diane
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 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

About the area

Bald Head Island

Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island, is home to this holiday home. Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! located?

Located in Cape Fear Station, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 106 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gary M.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, communication
Very clean and organized
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi V.

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

Perfect vacation home at the perfect location

The listing is accurate. The host was wonderful in replying to our texts. We had a lovely time with a teen and a 5 year old. Highly recommend taking the Shoals club membership (3-5 minute ride in golf cart). If you get membership 5 days before the day you intend to use, being a guest here waives your $100 admin fee. You still need to pay the club fee (look up their site) but it was totally worth it! The house was perfect for our family of four!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia T.

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

Great place!

Such a cute place! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Shell Cottage

The cottage was just perfect for our first visit to the island! It had everything we needed and the golf cart was so fun. We loved being in the “forest”….we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

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

Lovely stay

Our family (with 2 teenage daughters) had a wonderful stay. The cottage was lovely and clean and had lots of essential amenities. The host was amazing with response time to any concerns. We also really enjoy the part of the island that this cottage is in.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth R.

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

Perfect Island Retreat

Shell Cottage is a most-perfect retreat on BHI! The location is unbeatable (5-minute walk to the beach) and the house itself is lovely and comfortable. The golf carts and other amenities made our vacation a top-notch experience. Also, the hosts were very responsive and have put much thought and care into making their guests feel welcome. We would love to come back to BHI and would definitely stay at Shell Cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Black Mountain

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

Fantastic location!

We had everything we needed and the location was amazing! So close to the conservancy. So easy to get in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan D.

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

Wonderful!

A great property all around - easy access, great house, wonderful little street. We enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Winter’s Rest

This is our second time at Shell Cottage and it’s perfect for small families like ours (2 adults, 2 teens). Location is convenient for sunrise and sunset watches and to the shoals. Daily bike rides and beach walks were perfect for unwinding 2023 and gearing up for 2024. Cozy cottage with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Terrific for a quiet Thanksgiving getaway!

We love being at this end of the island and we’ve stayed in several units in Sumners Crescent over the years. This one didn’t disappoint! It was nicely appointed and cozy comfortable for two empty nesters. Perfect for a low-key holiday weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neely B.

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

Great spot

We’ve been coming to BHI for 0+ years and had never stayed in this area-loved it. Cozy for the two of us. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charity W.

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

Getaway

Thankful for the time away. The cottage was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

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Hosted by Diane

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