Oasis in cape fear station forest with wildlife views - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Cottage

BEST FEATURES!
Totally refreshed!
Private crofter
2 golf carts
Wildlife watching on the back screened porch

Dreamaway Cottage is your heaven away from home! This 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home is located in Surfman's Walk, which is located in Cape Fear Station. We have completely refreshed our home and take tons of pride into making it your special vacation spot. Downstairs we have a kitchen, dining, living room (sleeper couch) and half bath. Upstairs includes a master suite with a king bed and the guest bedroom suite has two queen beds. We also have an additional bedroom (crofter) above the 2 cart garage. There is a queen and twin bed as well as a full bath. The crofter is steps away from the home. We have two porches, which are both screened. We savor many mornings and nights watching the wildlife go by from our own back yard. As far as additional amenities we have a 4 and a 6 seater golf cart, 4 beach chairs, beach towels, Wifi and a heated outdoor shower. We also have access to both clubs and temporary membership passes may be purchased for your stay. We know you will appreciate our home as much as we do! We do have a verizon cell extender in the home for verizon wireless customers. This part of the island does not have as clear cell service as other areas. We do have spectrum WIFI high speed internet for your use to use facetime phone calls.

*The owner of this property does have a dog. Please consider if you have pet allergies.

**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 644 Chicamacomico Way

Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY
Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE) & Shoals
**Club memberships are different for every home and depends on dates. For club prices please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability
Animals: No
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart, (1) 6 pass golf cart
Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig
Grille Type: Gas
Bikes: 3 Adult ** We DO NOT guarantee bicycles, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear
Crockpot: No
Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be supplied with this home
Beach Chairs: 4
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on refrigerator)

Interested in Units?

**Riverside Adventure Company provides bicycles, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for units (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com

**Coastal Urge provides bicycles, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards units (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com

**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.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. 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. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips and Tricks to get the very best vacation home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• To find the best rental within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Southport attractions and restaurants.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitors guides which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Make a plan and pick the right Southport rental home:

• Start by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Oasis in cape fear station forest with wildlife views has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is often available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the host before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.