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Doc House - Charming Ocean + Maritime Forest Home, Private Boardwalk, BHI Club, Near Marina, Pets OK

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Stunning views from the top deck
With over 60 windows you will enjoy views of the ocean, old baldy, the marsh and Bald Head Shoals
Gorgeous view from the top deck at Doc House!
With over 60 windows you will enjoy views of the ocean, old baldy, the marsh and Bald Head Shoals
Dinner, snack or cocktail on the top porch, you'll have a great view of the ocean

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bald Head Island, NC
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Visitors Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bald Head Island Country Club
    ‪22 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Owner's Suite #1

1 Queen Bed

Owners Suite #2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway Bathroom

Shower only

Hallway Half Bathroom

Toilet

Owner's Suite #1 Private Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Owner Suite #2 Private Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Doc House - Charming Ocean + Maritime Forest Home, Private Boardwalk, BHI Club, Near Marina, Pets OK

This home was custom built by a couple who selected the property for not only the unparalleled views, but it's one of the most convenient locations on the Island. You will be able to easily walk to the harbor restaurants, Old Baldy Lighthouse, coffee café’s, ice cream shops, rentals for carts, bicycles, kayaks, post office, wedding venues, and the marina.


The Doc House is a waterfront property, with spectacular spectacular 360 views of the ocean, marsh, and maritime forest. This house is set within the evergreen maritime forest that is part of the natural beauty of Bald Head Island and is protected by conservation regulations. The maritime forest provides protection to the island during storms, is a habitat for island wildlife, and offers shade and privacy to the lower porch. Enjoy your own PRIVATE BEACH BOARDWALK with amazing sunset views.


Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee.


PROPERTY INFO
Location: 13 Green Teal Trail, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 ; walking distance to the marina
Home: 3 BR / 3.5 BA / Sleeps 6 / 3 Beds / 1,800 sq ft.


SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
*Bedroom 1: Owner suite: Queen Size Bed, bathroom en suite (1st floor)
*Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed, private bathroom (1st floor)
*Bedroom 3: Queen Size bed, hallway full bathroom (1st floor)
*Beds are all made with clean linens upon your arrival


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LAYOUT:
Ground floor: Garage with golf cart, beach chairs, grill, outdoor shower, storage
1st floor: All bedrooms, lounge room with a TV, large deck with outdoor furniture
2nd floor: living room, kitchen, dining area, deck with outdoor furniture and amazing views, side deck with spiral staircase leading all the way to the ground floor


PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
-Outdoor shower!
-DOG FRIENDLY (with dog fee)
-Wonderful OCEAN VIEW with over 60 windows, many are full length!
-Large Decks
-Private walkway to the beach
-Access to purchase temporary membership to BHI Club social membership with pool and restaurant (no golf)(fees do apply)(for more details please see the policies/rules below)
-Linens and bathroom towels are INCLUDED
**This property does NOT have access to Shoals club or Golf**


Amenities:
-One 6 person golf cart
-Beach chairs (not guaranteed)
-Bikes (not guaranteed)
-Blender
-Coffee Maker (regular, and Keurig)
-Toaster & Microwave
-Cable and WiFi
-Washer/Dryer
-Pack n' Play
-Dishwasher
-Wifi/Internet
-Beach & Bath Towels
-A small starter kit of toilet paper, paper towel, detergents and hand soap is also provided
-and MORE!
**We do our best to ensure that all items are there for your visit; however we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use**



POLICIES/RULES
***Ferry tickets & parking fees are not included and reservations are needed in advance. Please check BHI Ferry website for pricing and reservation information.
***Please Note: Bald Head Island Club Social Membership is available for purchase. Golf access is NOT included with the Membership. Please check with the club directly for verification, as rates may change. Please keep in mind the BHI CLUB is now capping registration for their guest memberships. If you wish to attend the club during your stay please apply ASAP. Please visit the BHI Club website to see and review their NEW rules and fees for the 2022 year. Keep in mind there are new rules regarding what days you can attend the club and what activities guest members can use, Contact the club directly or go on their sites for any questions. We do not control club rates, rules, or restrictions. No discount or refund will be provided if club membership is restricted or denied.
**Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.
***NO SMOKING or Vaping allowed at this property.
**This is a DOG FRIENDLY HOME: A non-refundable Pet fee of $250 will be added to your rental if you choose to bring your dog. And for 2 Dogs the Pet Fee is $350.
**Max Occupancy: 6 Occupants - Children must be counted within the maximum occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.
**Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age, and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.***
* Manager & owner of the rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at the property.
* Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors & neighborhood.
* No events or parties- If determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund given.
* If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions!
* No uninvited guests without permission


***Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee***


BHI Info:
Private island where you can only get to by boat or ferry. This is a golf cart only island. You will leave your vehicle behind & cruise on the golf cart provided at the home. The island is approximately 5 by 2 miles. You can bike around the island in only an hour or two! Bald Head Island is home to the oldest Lighthouses in North Carolina. There are many nature hikes, wildlife watches, beach accesses, shops, restaurants, and activities.


BHI Activities:
-Rent a bike at Coastal Urge or Riverside Adventure Company.
-Rent a stand up paddle board from Coastal Urge as well!
-Climb Old Baldy Lighthouse!
-Go on a historic island tour!
-Take a ghost walk, sail, surf, or kayak!
-Take a hike on the many trails!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in West Beach, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bald Head Island Visitors Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Southport Marina - 18 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬10 min drive
  • Frying Pan
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • Southport Smoke House

Frequently asked questions

Is Doc House - Charming Ocean + Maritime Forest Home, Private Boardwalk, BHI Club, Near Marina, Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Doc House - Charming Ocean + Maritime Forest Home, Private Boardwalk, BHI Club, Near Marina, Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Doc House - Charming Ocean + Maritime Forest Home, Private Boardwalk, BHI Club, Near Marina, Pets OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Doc House - Charming Ocean + Maritime Forest Home, Private Boardwalk, BHI Club, Near Marina, Pets OK located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bay Beach and Smith Island Museum of History. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BHI Gem
Great location near the marina with access to all the spots on BHI. House was set up well for dining and hanging out upstairs then sleeping downstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alfred and Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great view
The view of the sunsets and the ships plying the Cape Fear River was wonderful. The kitchen is a bit small and oddly laid out. The stairs were a bit challenging for those of us, all in our 80s. The warnings and instructions posted on every wall were excessive - it certainly didn't contribute to a feeling of welcome when warned of penalties if we did or did not do something. We attributed the signs to some previous guests who had misused the house, but were ALL those signs really necessary? We've stayed in dozens of other houses on Bald Head Island and never experienced so much scolding! A six-passenger golf cart was difficult to maneuver when all 6 were on board. Two golf carts would be much better and allow for more flexibility.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Such a cute house with a lovely deck and upstairs great room and amazing location right off the dunes. The pictures really don't do justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christen D.

Family Time
What an adventure! Our first time to Bald Head Island and our first time with our own dock to an amazing beach! So private. The sunsets and boat watching from the porch are beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bonita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Great place, very roomy, all the amenities. Beautiful view. Sometimes the showers randomly didn’t produce hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Knox T.

Excellent West Beach Stay!
I have been coming to baldhead Island for my entire life and have rented many properties on the island. This is one of my favorite! This house has fantastic views of the Cape river with it's wonderful boat traffic and over the water sunset. The house is excellent with a reverse floorplan and a very bright top floor living space. There is also an east facing Porch for morning coffee in the sunlight. Highly recommended location very close to the Ferry. ITrip did an excellent job with property management!! 5 Stars
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view!
The upstairs view of the ocean from the living room, dining room and kitchen was just incredible. Place was as advertised. Basically have your own private beach access. Rental company communicated great. Will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

unexpected suprises
The trip to Bald Head proved to be wonderful and Docs house was the perfect place to stay. I appreciate all their attention to details...a well stocked kitchen and extra blankets and beach equipment to name a few. The sunset off the deck was spectacular and just being able to look out at the water everyday was magical. We hope to be able to go back to Docs again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marc E.

Great view
We have been to bald head many times. Really nice place with exceptional views of the water and the ships. Walk out the back to a very quiet beach near western end of South beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sharrin J.

BEST view around !!!
Doc's was wonderful, couldn't beat the view !! Loved walking right out to the Ocean. Furniture a little dated but didn't bother us. Temp was in the 90's the week we were there so the air con had a little trouble keeping us. However, ITrip was wonderful coming out and trying to fix issue. We'll be Back for certain !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emily L., Bristol, VA

BHI 2023
We loved the location of the Doc House and the views are beautiful. ITrip was very responsive throughout the entire stay and appreciate their attention to detail in preparation for our visit along with departure. BHI is one of our favorite places and look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Nice house in great location
We came to Bald Head for a family vacation and had a wonderful time. Doc House is fine for a small family or 3 couples. We loved that it has private beach access and is dog friendly. We had an issue with the golf cart the first night but the people at iTrip resolved it quickly. We would recommend iTrip and Doc House for your trip to Bald Head.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
My family of 4 (2 teens) stayed at Doc House for a week and really loved the house & location. It is a bit dated but overall the house is just fantastic, roomy, comfortable and has LOTS of windows and light pouring in everywhere. The back & front yards are definitely overgrown and does seem to hinder the view from the back deck somewhat as well as the walkway to the beach, however, the location of the house has a spectacular view regardless. We enjoyed amazing sunsets / sunrises, the ferry boat, large barges, smaller boats and yachts going past the house every day! It was wonderful!! The beach is not as wide on the West side, but since it’s not the ocean side of the island, it’s alot calmer for swimming. The golf cart was very handy to get where we needed to go, however, it does not hold a charge for long at all, so we ended up renting a cart one day (from Cary Cart) to tour the island without fear of being stranded. That worked out really well, just annoyed with having the added expense when the listing included a golf cart. The management company, (Itrip) are amazingly responsive and accommodating, but when we complained about the cart, they just stated “it’s slower, older and in working condition as we just had it serviced and checked out”. It barely made it to the Maritime Market & back …or up a hill. The owner may want to consider upgrading the cart (or battery?) for future renters. A lot of lightbulbs were out, need replaced. Within walking distance to ALOT!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Fun Time at the Doc House
March is a refreshing time to spend at BHI. The island is quiet & there are many opportunities to enjoy nature during this cooler time. This was our first time staying g at The Doc House & it didn’t disappoint. It has little extras that add to the experience- binoculars for bird watching, beach towels, out door shower/dog washing station, boardwalk to the beach, & SPECTACULAR views of Old Baldy & the ocean. We enjoyed watching the sunrise & sunset from the balcony!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

Great views! Super wonderful accommodations
We stayed here for a week and it was absolutely lovely. The patio was great to enjoy the sunsets and the location is perfect! We’ve been coming to BHI for 3 years now and my first time renting with itrips. I’ll definitely be back and hoping to check out more of their properties. The home was very nice, well adorned and was perfect for our larger group stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ronny W.

Nice view, great location.
Have stayed at 11 different homes in BHI over the last 15 years. This home had the best view out of all of them. The home is located on the beach at the causeway, conveniently located to restaurants, shops and the market. The house was very clean and comfortable. Of the homes we’ve stayed in this home was probably one of the oldest and was a little dated. I would recommend for future guests the offering of soaps, shampoos etc. for bathrooms , foils, wraps etc and storage containers for the kitchen. The addition of these items would only make a nice home nicer. This home has lots of memories and if the walls could talk I would love to hear the stories. We made great memories in our short stay. I would still highly recommend this home and give it a full 5 stars and would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephanie B., Where do you live?

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Good location, but old and dirty
Property is much more run down than the pictures and needs a very deep cleaning. Golf cart ran down battery just going to market. Good location next to harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Denise V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
House lovely but needs a new golf cart!
The house and location are lovely. We had some issues with the golf cart and also the tv which we had to e persistent to get addressed ( actually the tv we gave up on).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Bob H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disappointment
Property overgrown, can’t see the water unless you stand up on the deck Outside not well keep especially that it was beginning of the season. Fail to mention, from driveway to the kitchen you have to climb 32 stairs Dumb waiter wasn’t working No handheld shower hose No hose near entrance to house to wash off sand Just to name a few
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Doc-house on west end
Great property, the photos are accurate and it’s a lovely property that shows some age. As a grandfather and a fixit guy, it was hard to sit still and not fix the minor issues I found. A day of handyman services would help but the overall quality of the property is great and would easily recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older cottage with a lovely view
Older cottage with very basic furnishings. However, it was clean and in a convenient location that is in easy walking distance to the marina and Old Baldy. The kitchen and a living area are upstairs and lead out to the upper deck. There are lovely views from upstairs and a small TV. The 3 bedrooms and a small den are downstairs and have little in the way of views due to natural vegetation. However the vegetation is nice for privacy. The larger TV is downstairs is the smaller living space. There is a nice walkway leading to the beach. Outside and lower deck need some attention. Overall it was fine for us and we enjoyed our time on beautiful Bald Head Island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Front Location at BHI
Great location for a family weekend vacation. Close to the marina and plenty of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tammy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Beautiful home, but the views from the house wasn’t what I’d hoped for.
House rental was great ,however I will not vacation at BHI again. Everything on the island was overpriced, especially the grocery store. Price gouging for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

Doc house
Beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cara G.

Doc House
The views, and the ease of getting on the beach, as well as a golf cart that allowed us all to travel together was amazing. Only complaint was the moldy air conditioner vents. Still had a fabulous visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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