Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Privately located in the woods, Bait's Motel is a cavernous property with plenty of room to spread out. Updated in 2024 and in 2025, the home has a variety of comfortable spaces for gathering, calming, and playing.

**Notice of Potential Property Showings: Please be advised that the property is on the market for sale. As such, there may be occasions during your stay when real estate agents may request to show the property to prospective buyers. We will make every effort to provide you as much notice prior to any scheduled showings and minimize any inconvenience to you.

The open-concept floor plan creates a sense of airiness and flow throughout the property. The step-down living room has is a welcoming space, with a Intelligent TV and decorative fireplace, adorned with huge windows adjacent to the open aired porch. A full-sized air hockey game sits next to the living room for indoor fun and has a dry bar for convenience.

The entirely equipped kitchen has been thoughtfully supplied to cater to your culinary needs. It features stainless appliances, ample counter space, and window seating. For al fresco dining, a screened porch sits just outside the kitchen area. In addition, there is a more formal dining table with plenty of seating.

Bait's Motel offers four well-appointed bedrooms upstairs, each providing a calming sanctuary for restful nights. The enormous primary bedroom has a king bed and an ensuite bathroom. The three other bedrooms offer a room with queen bed, a room with two twin beds and in 2024, a bunk room featuring four beds was added, All bedrooms have Intelligent TVs. Two full baths are in the upstairs hallway.

Downstairs is a media room with another TV. The home has tons of games for family fun.

A porch swing is on the exterior next to the Weber propane grille. In addition, a full-size stand-alone freezer is inside, and an additional refrigerator is in the garage.

The home comes with three golf carts: a 6-seater, a 4-seater and 4-seater convertible.

Despite its seclusion, the property is conveniently located near South Beach, BHI Club and the market/stores.

Guests may apply for “home” membership (dining and pools, no golf or other sports) at The Bald Head Island Club.

About the Area

Bald Head Island is home to this vacation home. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Rental home tips:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Carolina Beach area. Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is an excellent way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting the best rental:

• Begin by selecting potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Newly Remodeled - Secret Gem, Wooded, Private, Close to Beach, Market & BHI Club has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach rentals search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the host before booking the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what is best for your family.
• 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. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

During your stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• During check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to compel more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.