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Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

Holiday home in Bald Head Island with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior
Exterior
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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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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!

Holiday home in Bald Head Island with fitness centre and outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free holiday home has a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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
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

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
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, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 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!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! located?

Located in Cape Fear Station, this holiday 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 miles (5 km).

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Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Great stay

We had a great time and stay! This would be our 3rd time staying at this home. We love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace F.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stay at Shell Cottage, Dianne was wonderful with booking and communications. We’ve stayed at a variety of places on BHI, and this location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia T.

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

Great place!

Such a cute place! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Beautiful house

We had a wonderful stay! House was very nice and clean and our host was super friendly! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin V., RALEIGH

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

Excellent Stay on BHI

My family and I had an excellent stay. This house is well equipped and conveniently located to both Shoals and beach access. Highly recommended for a stay on BHI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

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

Loved this place!

10/10 stars! Loved the Sunset Cottage and location. Perfect place for a couple or small family. Diane was very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Shell Cottage

The cottage was just perfect for our first visit to the island! It had everything we needed and the golf cart was so fun. We loved being in the “forest”….we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda E.

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

Wonderful house!

This is a great place to stay…..comfortable furniture, well equipped kitchen, and great king bed! We had a wonderful time and hope to return!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan D.

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

Wonderful!

A great property all around - easy access, great house, wonderful little street. We enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS O.

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

Loved our stay

Had a great stay at Shell Cottage. Would definitely recommend. House is very clean and in a great location. Excellent communication as well. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

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

Lovely stay

Our family (with 2 teenage daughters) had a wonderful stay. The cottage was lovely and clean and had lots of essential amenities. The host was amazing with response time to any concerns. We also really enjoy the part of the island that this cottage is in.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

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

Great stay!

Loved this property and the location so close to East Beach. Truly the best side of the island! Perfect for a couple or family of 4. Well stocked beach toys and chairs. The weather was terrible but we still had a fantastic time riding around in the golf cart, playing cards and watching all the apps on the tv.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Winter’s Rest

This is our second time at Shell Cottage and it’s perfect for small families like ours (2 adults, 2 teens). Location is convenient for sunrise and sunset watches and to the shoals. Daily bike rides and beach walks were perfect for unwinding 2023 and gearing up for 2024. Cozy cottage with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi V.

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

Perfect vacation home at the perfect location

The listing is accurate. The host was wonderful in replying to our texts. We had a lovely time with a teen and a 5 year old. Highly recommend taking the Shoals club membership (3-5 minute ride in golf cart). If you get membership 5 days before the day you intend to use, being a guest here waives your $100 admin fee. You still need to pay the club fee (look up their site) but it was totally worth it! The house was perfect for our family of four!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri W.

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

Wonderful girls weekend!

Great house and fantastic location! The only suggestions for improvement would be to provide more than one bath towel and pillow per person, and to clean out the lint trap on the dryer. It was so full that the clothes wouldn't dry until we discovered the issue and cleaned it out. Otherwise, we had a great time in this gorgeous little gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay here! Property is exactly as described….pretty decor, comfortable beds, had everything we needed! Host was fantastic with communication and helpful in every way. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at a wonderful cottage hosted by the most responsive property owner. Beds and pillows were comfy, golf cart was new and in good shape, kitchen well equipped and loved the convenient East Beach location. Family was super pleased with our stay and expect to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

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

Wonderful Week with an Unbelievable Host

Since it was just my wife and I, I will limit my review to a couple. This house is perfect for a couple. It is just the right size where neither gets in each other’s way. The master bedroom suite is quite large with a very comfortable king bed, and the shower in the master bath is large and excellent. The house is very well stocked with excellent quality cookware. If you enjoy East Beach and the Shoals, this house is perfect. It is literally a Two minute drive to the beach entrance . Now, let me tell you about Dianne. She may be the best host I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She replies almost instantaneously and if there is any issue she gets it resolved immediately. Her advice and guidance is right on. If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie G.

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

Wonderful Stay @ Shell Cottage

Even better than the photos! Perfect location between the Turtle Conservatory and the Shoals Club, and a qu
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bald head fun

Fun in the tree house
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank N.

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

Mother’s Day Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful stay. We came to BHI for a 3 night Mother’s Day getaway. The home was exactly what our family needed. The location was great and the house was well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. We will definitely look to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lise N.

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

Great location, great use of space

We so enjoyed our visit. We loved the location, the two golf carts and the layout. We made all our meals and the compact kitchen really worked. We will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aron K.

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

Relaxing, worry free stay

Shell Cottage is in a quaint spot in the woods, yet only a few minutes to the beach by golf cart. We found the place quite comfortable and in immaculate condition. We'd stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gary M.

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

Nice stay at Shell Cottage

Shell Cottage is a lovely home on a quiet street on BHI. It worked quite well for a couple visiting the island for a long weekend. Owner was super communicative, quickly responding to any inquiries. Cottage was clean and nicely furnished. Master bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna A.

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

Great

We had a great time this trip and Diane will go above and beyond to make your stay great, she is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025