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Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available

Waterfront apartment with kitchen and patio

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Pool
Beach nearby
Property grounds
Marina
Exterior detail
Bald Head Island's 10-acre marina is your playground at Earth, one of the four Element Cottages. Take in beautiful harbor views from this cozy cottage or explore the island and its beaches with a four-seater golf cart. Steps from shops and restaurants in Harbour Village, this retreat offers a queen size bed, full bath with shower and kitchenette basics.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available

Welcome to "Earth" one of the four Element Cottages perched on the edge of Bald Head Island's 10-acre marina.

With the marina on one side and the creek across the street, this cozy and bright one bedroom cottage has beautiful harbor views and is steps to the shops, restaurants and beach accesses of Harbour Village.

The cottage features a queen size bed and a full bath with shower. The kitchenette offers a mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker, as well as kitchen basics.

A four-seater golf cart is available to explore the island and its beaches.

In addition, guests have the ability to purchase a temporary House Membership to the Bald Head Island Club which offers members the right to use the dining facilities of the Club and the Pool only. Membership is also available at the picturesque Shoals Club featuring oceanside dining, pool, and scenic views. Pricing varies with time of year.

Bed linens and bath towels are included.

There are NO beach chairs or beach towels at the cottage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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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

Rules

Within two weeks of booking, guest must acknowledge having read the Rental Agreement by messaging property management thru the VRBO platform.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

New to rental market /Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina
New to rental market / Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina

About the neighborhood

Located in Bald Head Island, this apartment is on the waterfront. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Visitors Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Southport Marina - 38 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 53 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Provision Company
  • Frying Pan
  • ‪Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Bald Head Island Visitors Center, Bay Beach, and Smith Island Museum of History. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Kent Mitchell Nature Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ashley F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Enjoyed our time in BHI
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

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

Great Location!

Great location - walkable to great sites & golf cart available to explore all areas! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Perfect for what I needed

Exactly what I needed for a brief stay to coincide with a family visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Perfect place!

Excellent location, extremely fast communication, thoroughly enjoyed my stay!Would highly recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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

Lovely stay at BHI

My husband and I enjoyed celebrating our anniversary at BHI. Great place for just the two of us to celebrate. Would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edison H.

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

Nice cottage on BHI

Clean, convenient, and great service from Edie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Great little rental

Was perfect for just the two of us! Great to have a golf cart included to get around. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have asked for a better spot on BHI!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

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

Perfect rental for a romantic weekend trip

We enjoyed taking our boat down for the weekend and staying at Earth. The property manager assisted in making sure we had a slip in the marina waiting and that everything was ready for us! We took advantage of the membership options for the shoals club and can’t wait to come visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Ideal Location

Really enjoyed our stay at Earth Cottage! All the amenities are provided. Just minutes from the ferry, right on the marina. Walking distance to breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plus ice cream! The beaches are awesome (!!), and the golf cart provided is perfect for exploring all that BHI has to offer! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Very nice!

Get all the way around. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Quick couples getaway

We took boat down and were able to get a slip very close to Earth. Great location for us. Secured a Shoals Club guest membership. Cart that came with Earth isn’t a looker but gets you to market and other end of island quickly! Accommodated an early check in which was awesome. Perfect spot for two for a few nights!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

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

Great spot on the marina

We had a great stay. The place was awesome and just what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Weekend

Was very good enjoyed the accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Marina

We really enjoyed staying at the marina, beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Perfect location

We rented this cottage and another one in the harbor for the 4th of July weekend - the unit is bright and airy with beautiful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolland K.

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

Quaint waterfront stay in the harbor

Great place. Amazing views. Included golf cart was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

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

We enjoyed it!

Truly relaxing and enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Great stay!!

We had a fabulous time on the island. This cottage was clean, had wonderful views, the perfect size for a couples getaway. Close to everything with the provided golf cart. Thank you for a great stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

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

Very Enjoyable

Loved the space and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua b.

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

Cute Cottage

Loved our relaxing stay in BHI. Cottage location is great and it was very clean and nicely decorated. Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Beautiful Place!

My husband and I stayed for two nights at Earth, and it was perfect for us! The cottage is quaint and right on the marina. We enjoyed having our morning coffee on the deck overlooking the boats each morning. It was lovely, and we will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Perfect for short stays on BHI!

You can walk to the ferry, shops, and restaurants. Love BHI
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connley B.

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

Anniversary getaway.

Well equipment and very clean, no issues it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Cozy

Comfortable, easy access on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023