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Our open-concept floor plan is great for relaxing and entertaining your group!

Welcome to Vacaysh! Our cozy and stylish home tucked away in the woods!

Newer 6-person golf cart comes with your stay

Our modern electric fireplace provides ambiance and warmth.

Newly renovated! Make yourself at home :)

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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Bald Head Island, NC

Bald Head Island Conservancy14 min walk
Bay Beach18 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)51 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amazing, beautiful home with everything we needed. By far, the best property and attentive hosts that we could have aske...

Karen L.

Aug 21, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Luxury Near E. Bch - Kayak Our Dock, 2 Clubs

Relax in our cozy, modern abode tucked in the woods of Cape Fear Station. Kayak from our private community dock, go crabbing, play sports or swim at either of the clubs or hop on the golf cart or bike to East Beach!

Stylish & comfortable, this home has been fully renovated and outfitted with family-friendly, thoughtful amenities to elevate your vacation and to help you pack just a little easier.

Have a question about the home or need something important for your stay, just let me know!

* FEATURES *
- Cozy open-concept living space, completely updated!
- Modern electric fireplace
- Fully equipped chef's kitchen
- New stainless appliances throughout
- Ready for the coffee connoisseur (drip, Keurig, French press and pour-over)
- Blender, tea kettle, coffee grinder, hand mixer
- New Maytag front-loading washer & dryer (with free & clear detergent!)
- Newer 6-person golf cart with zippable all-weather plastic enclosures

* OUTDOOR SPACES *
- Rocking chair front porch
- Wrap-around porches
- Screened-in porch with pub table dining for four
- Comfy lounge area with sofa and chairs
- Large private deck with an outdoor sectional, Adirondack chairs, and propane firepit for entertaining
- Outdoor shower
- Weber barbecue propane grill
- Telescope for star-gazing
- 2 adult bikes, 1 toddler bike and 1 trike (with helmets), 3 micro brand scooters
- 2 kayaks with easy-tow dollys

* BEACH GEAR *
- Beach chairs
- Beach cart
- Coolers
- Picnic Basket
- Towels, sunscreen, and bug spray
- Umbrella and Shibumi shade
- Boogie boards
- Sand/water toys, frisbees & shovels

* KID GEAR *
- 2 Child Safety Gates Mounted at the Top and Bottom of the Stairwell
- Nintendo Switch Ready with Connected Dock (Just bring your console!)
- 2 Pack & Play's
- Crib Sheets
- Changing pad with washable cover
- Nightlights
- Baby monitor
- Traditional high chair
- Toys, books, bristle blocks, sidewalk chalk, stuffed animals
- Plastic plates, cups and bowls

* AREA AMENITIES *
- Quiet street with common park space and gazebo in front of home
- A quick walk down the street from our Keeper's Landing creekfront boardwalk & community dock/kayak launch
- Walking trails in neighborhood
- Under 5 Minutes to Cape Fear Station Commons Park, East Beach, Shoals Club, The Conservatory and Mike's Bites

*OTHER AMENITIES*
Interested in access to a pool? How about Golf / Tennis / Pickleball?

Consider opting for a guest membership available through our rental at The Bald Head Island Club* or The Shoals Club*. Each club has several dining options and each has its unique qualities and perks. Feel free to message me to learn more about the options available and what might work best for your group :)

Club passes are purchased directly through the club and access is not guaranteed as it's subject to club availability*

Guest access
The entire home and crofter is yours! We have 2 porches on the house and a pretty private common space deck between the two buildings of our property.

Other things to note
We include all bed linens, towels, and beach towels as part of your stay as well. We also provide ample soaps, free-and-clear laundry detergents and shampoo / conditioner / body wash in the bathrooms.

Property manager

Stef Archer

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

5 Burner Gas Range, Duel Fuel Oven, French Door Fridge & Ice maker Freezer

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James 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 Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.

Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

Bald Head Island Conservancy - 14 min walk
Bay Beach - 18 min walk

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Fishy Fishy Cafe
Frying Pan
Provision Company
Southport Tap and Cellar
Locals Family Diner

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Luxury Near E. Bch - Kayak Our Dock, 2 Clubs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Luxury Near E. Bch - Kayak Our Dock, 2 Clubs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Luxury Near E. Bch - Kayak Our Dock, 2 Clubs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Luxury Near E. Bch - Kayak Our Dock, 2 Clubs located?

This family-friendly Bald Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

16 June 2024

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

Family/friend Vaca

This is a wonderful , cozy, and family friendly property! Stef the owner and manager is very responsive and kind. The house is very well equipped and had anything you could think of for younger children. It was a clean property and well appointed. The dock just behind the property provided lots of entertainment! Don’t think twice about it! Rent this property!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah N.

9 June 2024

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

Great stay!

We had a great time for it being our first trip ever to Bald Head! The house was clean and well stocked, especially for our little ones! Very grateful for such a great first time experience on the island!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

29 May 2024

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

Great vacation home.

Wife and kids loved the location and amenities. Everything was in order and host very prompt and attentive.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

21 Aug 2023

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

Perfect!

Amazing, beautiful home with everything we needed. By far, the best property and attentive hosts that we could have asked for.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

26 July 2023

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

Vacaysh

Super clean house! Loved the decor! Great experience! Owner was always there when we needed! Great communication!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

15 July 2023

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

Great house for young kids

This house was great for our family (kids are 4 and 2). There were kids toys and books already at the house, and easy to use baby gates at the top and bottom of the stairs which were a nice convenience. The owners were very responsive when we had questions as well. We had a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

2 July 2023

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

Great Stay at Vacaysh

We had a great week. The property was clean and very well maintained. There were great appointments for the whole family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

31 May 2023

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

Beautiful home w/ top attention to detail

Stef went above & beyond to make this an incredible stay! She assisted us with editing booking details and not a single detail went unnoticed. Her home is well-equipped with everything you may need & top notch appliances. Thank you Stef for an amazing stay! Such a beautiful home.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

20 Apr 2023

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

Paradise retreat

Our family had an amazing time and the home is absolutely beautiful. We have stayed at other BHI locations and this property is our favorite by far!! Stef was a great host who pays close attention to detail! The house comes with all amenities, I mean everything, you literally just need to bring your menu plan. You will definitely fall in love with this high end retreat!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Akiia J.

15 Mar 2023

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

Resort-like Environment!

My husband and our three children (10 y/o son and twin daughters age 6) spent 4 nights, and had a blast. The property exceeded our expectations with cleanliness, modern conveniences, and a kitchen that's stocked for cooking!! It was the perfect size for us and our children (given their ages). Stef was a pleasure to communicate with. She is professional and responsive. We look forward to booking this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W., Concord

11 Mar 2023

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

We had an amazing quick weekend. The property was beautiful and peaceful. We can’t wait to come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

22 Feb 2023

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

WONDERFUL respite!

My husband’s birthday was 2/8 and I wanted to take him on an happy excursion. BHI is one of our favorite places. It’s a hop, skip & a jump from where we live but it feels like you’re SO far away….true bliss. I couldn’t believe my luck when I stumbled across this slice of heaven! THRILLED that our dates were available and the owner was SO accommodating! 1st rate communication & made us feel TRULY welcome! That is rare to come by and when you do….WOW, just WOW! The house is beautifully decorated and incredibly well appointed! We had a FABULOUS time! Stef was magnificent! I was almost hesitant to share how much I enjoyed this so it could be my little secret ;) HIGHEST recommendation for this property!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

22 Dec 2022

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

Great place to spend my 60th birthday with my family!

Upon arrival, the home was decorated with the Christmas tree lit and beautiful decorations! Accommodations were warm and cozy! Absolutely one of our favorite vacations !

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

stan H.

23 Nov 2022

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

Great house

Great house Cozy and quiet all in one. Nice house amd the renovation turned out great. Another great time on BHI

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Staci S.

24 Oct 2022

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

Girls Trip

Great house and location

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

matt c.

8 Sept 2022

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

Great experience!

Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colby C., Nashville, tn

13 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful home with everything you need!

The house had everything we could have needed for the week from cooking supplies, tons of spices, beach gear, kids toys/games, baby gates, pack n play, bug spray, the list goes on and on. The decor is beautiful and every detail is well thought out. The beds were comfy with lots of extra blankets and nice quality bath towels. This is the most well stocked rental I have stayed at. The host was quick to respond and help with anything we needed. This was our first time to Bald Head Island and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

4 Aug 2022

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

Home away from home!

Truly a home away from home! This was our first trip to BHI, and this home was perfect! The property is newly renovated and the owner was fantastic to deal with. There was plenty of space for our family and children. The separate bedroom over the garage gave the grandparents a quiet retreat. The home was very clean and very well stocked. All the extra amenities allowed us to pack more lightly, which was so helpful with the ferry. The location of the home was the best of both the maritime forest and the beach. We could easily walk to the marsh or bike to east beach. We can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amie E.

30 July 2022

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

A magical week

This might be the most thoughtful, well-appointed house we’ve ever stayed in. Most well stocked kitchen ever! They’ve thought of it all. Stef is fantastic. Can’t wait to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett D.

16 July 2022

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

We loved our Vacaysh

We just finished a wonderful week at Vacaysh. If you have small kids, this is a great rental to consider for your family. The hosts have thought of everything to make it kid friendly: retractable safety gates at the top and bottom of the stairs, baby monitor, sound machines, plastic plates and cups, highchair, books and games, beach toys, Puddle Jumper floatie, they've thought of it all! (We even forgot to put our bag of toys on the ferry and the kids were plenty occupied with the stuff already in the house.) This is also a great location for families. Nearby East Beach is a very swimmable beach and there is plenty of space to play in the sand. This stretch of beach also has some awesome tide pools at low tide, creating a mini oasis for the littles who find the ocean a bit rough. Kid friendly nature classes at the Conservancy are a short golf cart ride away too. The house itself is beautiful and the effort that the hosts put into the recent remodel shines through. Chic yet cozy decor creates an inviting space for guests, with multiple eating surfaces and places to relax. The crofter (room above the garage) was a nice grandparent retreat, close enough to spend time together but a nice separation during down time. The kitchen was well appointed and we were able to cook every meal we'd planned to using the tools available. A set of beach towels meant we didn't have to bring our own! The only thing that we were happy to have that the house didn't was a small step stool for the kids' bathroom. The beautiful vanity is just a bit too tall for my little people. Stef was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. She was very responsive to questions before and during our stay and has taken great care to ensure her guests feel welcome. We hope to be able to return soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R., Lexington

2 July 2022

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

Stay at 17 Keepers

17 Keepers provided everything and more for a great week! We have been staying on the island for 17 years. This may be our favorite house! It was extremely clean and perfectly furnished. We will stay there again and again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stef Archer

Hi, I'm Stef! Bald Head Island is pure magic - there's nothing quite like it! I love sharing our newly renovated home with others so they can experience our special little island!

Why they chose this property

Keepers Landing is bliss. It's quiet, nestled in trees of the maritime forest yet so close to the action on the island's East side. You are 5 minutes from the sand and can hear the ocean in the distance from time to time on the front porch!

We have a private neighborhood dock out on the creek with a boardwalk and dock/kayak launch to explore and the community is highly walkable/bikeable.

What makes this property unique

We aim for folks to feel as relaxed and comfortable as we do when we are at our home! I strive to have a clean, well-stocked home for you to enjoy and we like to think of everything we can to make your stay as convenient, relaxing, and easy as possible!