**Gone to Carolina** - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2800 square feet

Welcome to 'Gone to Carolina', a bespoke constructed home established in 2016. Formerly known as Toes in the Water. It was designed to maximize the unobstructed beach/ocean vistas, giving a sense of being one with nature, while appreciating the homes modern amenities. This light and airy home is professionally decorated and well appointed. Bald Head Island Club membership is available but not supplied (please see new club details) and Shoals Club membership is also available. Beach walk begins at base of 20 Brown Pelican driveway.

Conveniences:
- reverse floor plan
- wood floors and tile throughout
- 5 br: 3 master (1 king, 2 queen), 1 queen br that shares bathroom with a 4 bed bunk room/
entertainment/sitting area
- gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz counters and bespoke cabinets
- upstairs open floor plan in living area
- bathrooms equipped with European glass, bespoke tile, cabinetry and granite/quarts/granite
counters
- high speed internet
- 3 flat screen TV's
- constructed in speakers that can connect wirelessly to multiple devices - reading library, games, puzzles, cards
- linens, including beach towels
- washer dryer
- high chair, booster seat, Pack-N-Play

Outside Conveniences:
- enormous decks on both levels
- outdoor living space sheltered from the rain - sizable bespoke picnic table (seats 10-12)
- 2 outdoor showers
- rocking chairs
- gas grille
- beach chairs, body boards, beach toys
- various bicycles
- 1 six passenger golf cart and 1 four passenger golf cart


Bikes are not serviced or maintained by BHIR, therefore if they are not satisfactory we recommend renting bicycles and umbrellas from Riverside Adventure Company or Coastal Urge.

About the Area

Located on the beach, **Gone to Carolina** is in South Beach, 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 activities can be experienced at Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and The Clubs at St. James. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• June, July, and August are high season in Bald Head Island. To find the best value, consider changing your family's Carolina Beach vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Some property management companies offer special rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area travel guide magazines which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Narrow your rental Search:

• To start, have your family commit to date ranges and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group requires. **Gone to Carolina** has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property manager before you book your rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs applied to your agreement.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Add the host's contact info to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Make a record of any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents lots of issues.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to compel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.