Title: Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! Vacation home in Bald Head Island with a fitness center and an outdoor pool ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55534300/55534246/86a83f18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55534300/55534246/431c49d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55534300/55534246/90-b258f291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55534300/55534246/5fcb22cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55534300/55534246/w4032h2778x0y0-e62e9c52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Bald Head Island at Shell Cottage, where the charm of a peaceful retreat awaits. Stroll or bike to East Beach, Turtle Conservancy, and Mike's Bites. With amenities like beach chairs and boogie boards provided for your stay. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Gym - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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 amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Things to do - Bicycles - Gym - Water sports equipment ### 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 ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115920000/115918000/115917999/w2107h1578x11y13-5632d2f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW 2025! 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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 Vrbo Property Welcome To Shell On Bald Head Escape to Bald Head this Fall in Cape Fear Station Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! Bald Head Island ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.84760%2C-77.96607&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_Li9nFe_Vw3Hl8fZtSls4aA1lmc=) Bald Head Island, NC #### What's nearby - Bald Head Island Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - Fishy Fishy Cafe - Oliver's on the Cape Fear - Frying Pan - Provision Company - Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room ## 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!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! located? > Located in Cape Fear Station, this vacation 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 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? 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