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Pet friendly cottage across from beach access, ocean views!

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Terrace/patio
Beach
Fridge, high chair, cookware/dishes/utensils, ice maker
TV
3 bedrooms, WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Bald Head Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Bald Head Island (South Beach), you'll be steps from Bay Beach and a 1-minute drive from Caswell Beach. .This vacation home is within close proximity of Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Conservancy.

What's nearby

  • Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bald Head Island Conservancy - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pet friendly cottage across from beach access, ocean views!

BEST FEATURES!

Walking distance to the ocean
Reverse floor plan to take advantage of the views
Screened in porch
Newer 4 pass golf cart

'Balvenie' at Flora's Bluff on South Beach offers direct access to the beach and stunning ocean views. It has a unique reverse floor plan with the living room, dining area, and kitchen on the upper level, providing a panoramic view of the surroundings. The lower level features a luxurious king master suite, a cozy queen room, and a twin bedroom with a trundle bed, making it perfect for families or groups. This setup is ideal for a relaxing and fun-filled vacation by the beach.​​​​​​​

**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental

Tram Reservation Address: 1 SCOTCH BONNET

Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: Sunday

Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE) & Shoals

**Club memberships are different for every house and depends on dates. For club rates please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability

Pets: YES *Please note there is a non-refundable $300 plus tax pet fee
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart

Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot

Grill Type: Gas

Bikes: 3 Adult & 1 Child ** We DO NOT guarantee bikes, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear

Crockpot: No

Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be provided with this home

Beach Chairs: 4

WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on fridge)

**Linens and bath towels are included in rental

**Please see club membership notes:

It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which has a kitchen. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a washing machine.
This smoke-free vacation home features kayaking nearby.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property manager

Bald Head Island Services

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Welcome Balvenie Bald Head Island House
Welcome Balvenie House
Welcome Balvenie Bald Head Island
Welcome Balvenie
Welcome to Balvenie on Bald Head Island Bald Head Island
Welcome to Balvenie on Bald Head Island Private vacation home
Private vacation home Welcome to Balvenie on Bald Head Island
Welcome to Balvenie on Bald Head Island Bald Head Island
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Pet friendly cottage across from beach access, ocean views! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter get-away

Well located home on Bald Head IslandPerfect space for 6 adults and a dog!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall trip

The house was located near the beach.The bedrooms were very comfortable. Some of the art was very nice. The balcony and screened porch were a plus. While cozy, the living room could use a refresh.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Balvenie and Bald Head

Definitely put this cottage high on your list. Great location, wonderful cottage, everything you need to enjoy the beauty of Bald Head Island. Wish I could have stayed longer! p.s. we own 2 Scottish Highland "coos", so the Scotch Whiskey name reference was a plus :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

G Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

As described, clean, convenient! Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trip G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Week

A great place for my two sons and me for the week. Perfect location and a very nice home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time at BHI

We had a great time. Great house. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

Enjoyed this house , comfortable beds , very well appointed. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Wonderful house and location. Will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Home

Great location. Home had all amenities and was spacious for 3 bedrooms . Will rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage close to beach access

Love the reverse floor plan. You can see the ocean from the back deck. A great layout on the second floor. Seems to have been updated in the past 5 years. Clean and great communication with the property management company.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Andy B.

House is in a great location on the island. The house fit the four of us well.

We’ve have been to BHI many times over the last 10 years. The house is in good shape and great location, but it does need a good deep cleaning and the couch cushions need replaced. That’s the only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip

Wonderful relaxing peaceful vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Balvenie is in a great location just a short walk to the beach. From the upper deck you can see and hear the ocean (and catch a great sunset). Even when the sun is fully out, the upper deck keeps such a great breeze that it’s still possible to enjoy meals out there. We also enjoyed the shady breeze on the lower screened porch. The house was very clean exactly as pictured.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short walk to the beach

Clean, comfortable and well equipped. We cooked all meals and were pleased with everything available. we enjoyed the sunsets from the second floor balcony and relaxing in the hammock on the screened in porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful 2 night December stay at BHI

Highly recommend - beautiful, clean property, right off the beach. Exactly what we were hoping for.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend!

My wife and I loved this house. We will definitely be back. The location is perfect and house was very clean. We loved the screened-in porch with hammock. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you'll need and there was plenty of room upstairs and downstairs to relax. We had one minor issue with the cart, but the issue was quickly resolved by the rental group. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home, great location

We only stayed the weekend but I would have loved to have stayed longer. The house was great, everything was well cared for and clean. Very short walk to the beach and a short drive to the shops. I would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip!

House was great. Great location, clean, well stocked. Will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mychal O.

Liked: Cleanliness

We'll be back every summer from now on!

Balvenie exceeded all our expectations. The location, views, privacy and quality of amenities were perfect for us. The property was a great backdrop to the entire vacation and made a significant impact on our overall experience. It would not have been near as good of a vacation without Balvenie. The grill, golf cart, beach chairs, bedrooms, bathrooms, furniture and kitchen tools were all in exceptional shape. We go to Bald head at the end of every summer and we have resolved to return to Balvenie every time from now on. I miss Balvenie right now!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Castiglione W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Honeymoon/Vacation

Excellent location in relationship to the Beach and to all the Island's ammenities. A memorable vacation since we were married at the Shoals CLub on July 7th.

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway!

Great house and location. Front porch light is out. Unable to replace(don’t do ladders or step stool ☹️All else great.Thanks so much.

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on BHI

Charming house in a great location...only issue was a bathroom under construction of which even the property manager wasn't aware. Minor impact, otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Margaret C., Wrightsville Beach

Alarm issues

The fire alarm kept going off and fire and 1st responders had to come twice, and NO fire or reason for fire was found. Had to get fire department to disable the whole system to get it to stop. Spent over an hour of prime sun time dealing with this. Information said no beach towels, and we loaded 6 beach towels which was a whole suitcase full, and there were beach towels at the house. info said 2 baths and there were 3. Furnishings were ALL soiled and needed replacement or at least cleaning. Cute cottage, and sleeps 2 couples fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maryann S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage

We enjoyed our stay at this well appointed cozy cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019