Beautiful forest home within walking distance to the maritime market and beach!!
5.0
Outstanding(108 Reviews)House in Bald Head Island, NC
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Welcome to The Hiding Place! We are certain you will fall in love with Bald Head Island and never want to leave. Our beautiful home is nestled in the maritime forest among large oak trees with gorgeous hanging Spanish moss. We love living in the forest with the shade it provides when you return from a sunny day at the beach and being able to listen to the singing birds. We are so centrally located that it takes less than 2 minutes by golf cart to get to South Beach and just 5 minutes to walk up to the Maritime Market and quaint shops.
We purchased our home (built in 2008) in February of 2017 and were blessed to be able to lovingly paint and furnish the entire home with everything new and American made from places like Ethan Allen and Bassett Furniture, including bedding by Ralph Lauren and Pottery Barn with Wamsutta and Tommy Bahama bath towels. You will be enveloped by warmth and coziness.
We have worked hard to provide all you will need to relax and unwind and be refreshed. Enjoy the open floor plan, custom cabinets, granite counter tops, and spacious living areas. The large master bedroom has a stunning white 4-poster king bed, a sitting area and an open deck off the master with table and four chairs which is perfect for morning coffee or star gazing to end the day. The ensuite master bath has two sinks, a dual head shower and a walk in closet. The second bedroom has a king bed, walk in closet and ensuite bath with tiled shower and built in bench in the shower. The third bedroom is perfect for kids with a set of bunkbeds and PS4 game system. The bathroom for this bedroom is adjacent and has a tub and shower combo. The second floor also has a central TV viewing room with a day bed with trundle (a possible 4th bedroom) as well as the laundry with state of the art washer and dryer.
The first floor is an open concept that includes the family room with a smart tv with blue ray player, dining area, a fully stocked chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including double ovens, convenient breakfast bar and half bath. The gorgeous round wood dining table seats eight. A screened porch off the dining room provides another place to dine with a table for 6 and two comfy swivel rockers to relax and enjoy the outdoors bug free. Twinkle lights make nighttime a special spot to wind down! A covered wrap around rocking chair porch is perfect for early morning and late day relaxation with 5 rocking chairs.
Your vacation will be memorable with many special touches - a DVD library with over 50 movies, games, puzzles, books, beach towels, a beach cooler bag, a programmable crock pot, waffle maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker, clocks with charging docks in each bedroom, a PS4 in the bunk room with 2 controllers and games, Oster electric wine bottle opener, Cuisinart single serve coffee maker (uses Kcups) in kitchen, a small Keurig coffee maker in the master bedroom, Aeropress Coffee and Espresso maker, Bodum coffee pour over, Krups electric spice and coffee grinder, Kitchen Aid mixer, 5 flat screen tvs (1 in each bedroom, 1 in the spare room and 1 in the family room - and all but one are smart tv's to be able to stream Netflix or Hulu).
Our home has two 4 person golf carts (one with doors and the other with rain gear), 2 Diamondback bikes, now a third bike (Nishiki), a gas grill, beach toys (including Corn Hole, Bocce Ball, and Spike Ball) 8 beach chairs, two beach tents, a beach blanket, one fishing pole and an outdoor shower.
For little ones we have a Graco Pack n Play, a Ciao Baby portable high chair, a booster seat, and a Pop N’ Sit portable beach chair.
We have a BHI Club Lifestyle membership which is now NO LONGER included in the rental price. It is available for separate purchase and will provide you with access to golf (cart fees and greens fees are a separate cost from the membership price) tennis, fitness center, croquet, aquatic center and dining. The renovation they’ve completed is stunning!
We look forward to hearing from you and helping to make your vacation special.
We purchased our home (built in 2008) in February of 2017 and were blessed to be able to lovingly paint and furnish the entire home with everything new and American made from places like Ethan Allen and Bassett Furniture, including bedding by Ralph Lauren and Pottery Barn with Wamsutta and Tommy Bahama bath towels. You will be enveloped by warmth and coziness.
We have worked hard to provide all you will need to relax and unwind and be refreshed. Enjoy the open floor plan, custom cabinets, granite counter tops, and spacious living areas. The large master bedroom has a stunning white 4-poster king bed, a sitting area and an open deck off the master with table and four chairs which is perfect for morning coffee or star gazing to end the day. The ensuite master bath has two sinks, a dual head shower and a walk in closet. The second bedroom has a king bed, walk in closet and ensuite bath with tiled shower and built in bench in the shower. The third bedroom is perfect for kids with a set of bunkbeds and PS4 game system. The bathroom for this bedroom is adjacent and has a tub and shower combo. The second floor also has a central TV viewing room with a day bed with trundle (a possible 4th bedroom) as well as the laundry with state of the art washer and dryer.
The first floor is an open concept that includes the family room with a smart tv with blue ray player, dining area, a fully stocked chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including double ovens, convenient breakfast bar and half bath. The gorgeous round wood dining table seats eight. A screened porch off the dining room provides another place to dine with a table for 6 and two comfy swivel rockers to relax and enjoy the outdoors bug free. Twinkle lights make nighttime a special spot to wind down! A covered wrap around rocking chair porch is perfect for early morning and late day relaxation with 5 rocking chairs.
Your vacation will be memorable with many special touches - a DVD library with over 50 movies, games, puzzles, books, beach towels, a beach cooler bag, a programmable crock pot, waffle maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker, clocks with charging docks in each bedroom, a PS4 in the bunk room with 2 controllers and games, Oster electric wine bottle opener, Cuisinart single serve coffee maker (uses Kcups) in kitchen, a small Keurig coffee maker in the master bedroom, Aeropress Coffee and Espresso maker, Bodum coffee pour over, Krups electric spice and coffee grinder, Kitchen Aid mixer, 5 flat screen tvs (1 in each bedroom, 1 in the spare room and 1 in the family room - and all but one are smart tv's to be able to stream Netflix or Hulu).
Our home has two 4 person golf carts (one with doors and the other with rain gear), 2 Diamondback bikes, now a third bike (Nishiki), a gas grill, beach toys (including Corn Hole, Bocce Ball, and Spike Ball) 8 beach chairs, two beach tents, a beach blanket, one fishing pole and an outdoor shower.
For little ones we have a Graco Pack n Play, a Ciao Baby portable high chair, a booster seat, and a Pop N’ Sit portable beach chair.
We have a BHI Club Lifestyle membership which is now NO LONGER included in the rental price. It is available for separate purchase and will provide you with access to golf (cart fees and greens fees are a separate cost from the membership price) tennis, fitness center, croquet, aquatic center and dining. The renovation they’ve completed is stunning!
We look forward to hearing from you and helping to make your vacation special.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Bald Head Island, NC
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(108 Reviews)5.0
Trip was relaxing and packed full of beach time. Shops on island were cute and within walking distance of home. Home was well stocked with everything needed to make the trip memorable. Owners of home responded to questions and provided a comprehensive notebook to make the trip easy!!!!!
5.0
A wonderful stay at a great location! We look forward to returning.
5.0
This is our third stay here. The property is a home away from home. Love everything about this place. Jeff is also great to communicate with, 5 stars always!
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at the Hiding Place. Everything we needed was provided for and thought out thoroughly. We so appreciated having condiments already in the fridge and supplies in the kitchen. The washer and dryer was brand new as well and easy to use. The shower pressures were outstanding. Thank you for opening up your home. We had a very pleasant stay.
5.0
Great location, close to the beach and stores. Lovely house with all the amenities. Would stay there again. Thank you to the hosts!
5.0
We came to Bald Head Island for our daughter's wedding. This property exceeded our expectations. It was very clean and well stocked. I always travel with a can of Lysol, but i didn't need to use it in this home. They supplied every kitchen gadget you could possibly need. The upstairs closet even had medicine cabinet supplies. We were so pleased we tried to stay an extra day but the home was already rented out. The host was very responsive with all communication. I would definitely rent this home again.
5.0
My family had an unforgettable experience and booked for next year already. Jeff couldn't have been a better host. the property location is perfect and the house is very well stocked and the beds extremely comfortable. My family has never slept so well on vacation before. We can't say enough good things!!
5.0
This was our second time staying at “The Hiding Place” and we had a wonderful time. We have stayed at many different houses over the years and have yet to meet more kind and gracious hosts!
5.0
Beautiful home in the Maritime Forest is My Wife & I's "Happy Place"
Home away from home
5.0
Beautiful home, amazingly stocked, perfect location! In 10 years of renting it is the best! Hope to return next yeat
5.0
This was our fourth stay in this home. We LOVE everything about it…location, how wonderfully it is appointed and we are provided for, the wonderful atmosphere of the home, and great communication with the owners Jeff and Susan. It feels like you are at home the minute you enter this warm and cozy home and at the same time like you are a honored guest. There are so many comfortable niches to sink into…the screened porch, the wrap around porch, the upper deck, the upstairs alcove, or simply hanging out in the living room. Every need and then some is provided by the Sampsons…you cannot go wrong with a stay here! It is a vacation in and of itself!
5.0
We adore this home for our biannual visits. It truly feels like a second home!
The house also has new body boards for kids; perfect for our three kids.
Jeff and Susan are ideal owners who make the stay even better.
5.0
From the time you walk in this house, you just feel the love. It is so cozy, so well stocked with everything you need and such a special place to vacation with your family and your dogs, we loved our stay here immensely! Two golf carts, bikes, beach chairs a tent, outdoor shower..upstairs balcony off the master, it is conveniently located next to one of the best restaurants on the island called the jail house proximate to so many hiking trails through the forest and a bike ride or a golf cart ride to the beach in minutes. Until we have our own place on Bald Head , the Hiding Place will be our home away from home. So grateful for this experience, can’t wait to return. Great hosts, great location, 5 stars*****
5.0
We had the best week at BHI! This property was beautiful, great location and well equipped! Jeff was super responsive. We hope to stay here again! Thanks for a super relaxing and fun week!
5.0
The location is perfect - walking distance to the market and a restaurant. It was great to have access to two golf carts making it feasible to go all around Bald Head Island. Loved the bed linens throughout the house; cozy and comfy, and the beds have comfortable mattresses. The home is very clean and has all the amenities you should need during your stay!
The owner of the home was very accessible prior to and during our visit, and responded quickly to my questions. I would definitely stay at this home again.
5.0
Jeff has literally thought of everything to make guests feel comfortable in this charming BHI house! From a well stocked kitchen with spices, quality pots/pans and knives to comfortable bedding and thoughtful labeling of the whole house. The location couldn't be beat, literally a 5 minute walk to the Maritime Market and charming Jailhouse Provisions with delicious foods and take-out coffee and smoothie bar as well as a short walk or golf cart ride to the beach. Any time we had questions the host was responsive, helpful and friendly. You can't go wrong with this one!
5.0
Great property….beat our expectations!
5.0
Superb response time and responses.
5.0
Jeff is great to work with. Very responsive and quick to follow up.
5.0
Great trip
Home was convenient , well stocked and very clean . Jeff was easy to communicate with and responded immediately . Golf carts were great and my kids favorite part of trip . Good location to south beach . We would love to rerun
5.0
Amazing Stay at the Hiding Place
Our stay at the Hiding Place was absolutely amazing! The home is lovely and very well-suited to accommodate families. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. The location is perfect -- hidden away in the forest and so close to the beach and everything on the island. We will definitely return next summer. Thank you for hosting us, Jeff!
5.0
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful vacation home. The house was exceptionally clean, extremely well-stocked and only a short distance to the island market. When I say this home was well-stocked I mean it. They thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. In addition, the host was very responsive in our email communication. Our family of four had a wonderful vacation/anniversary stay and would definitely recommend this home. If you suffer from dog allergies please make sure you bring your allergy medicine with you since this home does accept small dogs. I don't know if that changed after I booked the rental or if I just didn't notice it, nevertheless I am glad I packed some Allegra. Overall, we had a wonderful week on Bald Head Island.
5.0
Spectacular Vacation Home
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful vacation home. The house was exceptionally clean, extremely well-stocked and only a short distance to the island market. When I say this home was well-stocked I mean it. They thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. In addition, the host was very responsive in our email communication. Our family of four had a wonderful vacation/anniversary stay and would definitely recommend this home. If you suffer from dog allergies please make sure you bring your allergy medicine with you since this home does accept small dogs. I don't know if that changed after I booked the rental or if I just didn't notice it, nevertheless I am glad I packed some Allegra. Overall, we had a wonderful week on Bald Head Island.
5.0
I can not say enough good things about our stay. The house is beautiful, clean, and comforting. Our whole family felt we were home while staying here. This is our second time at the Hiding Place and it was just as wonderful as the last time. This house has everything and the owners are wonderful people who are a delight to work with. I have only good things to say about our stay. The place and the owners are true gems.
5.0
A Most Wonderful Stay - Again!
I can not say enough good things about our stay. The house is beautiful, clean, and comforting. Our whole family felt we were home while staying here. This is our second time at the Hiding Place and it was just as wonderful as the last time. This house has everything and the owners are wonderful people who are a delight to work with. I have only good things to say about our stay. The place and the owners are true gems.
5.0
This is our second stay at The Hiding Place. The house is just wonderful. It’s mid island location makes it convenient to everything. It’s the most well appointed vacation home we’ve ever stayed in. You know you are at the beach, but it feels like home. It’s just so comfortable and cozy. You really feel like an invited guest in their home. We love the screened in porch. We spent half of our time at the house out on the porch.
Jeff is a great host. He’s prompt to reply to any question or need. The Sampsons really care about their guests and their stay in their home.
We love this place so much we booked a third trip for this upcoming fall towards the end of this trip.
5.0
Terrific home and hosts.
This is our second stay at The Hiding Place. The house is just wonderful. It’s mid island location makes it convenient to everything. It’s the most well appointed vacation home we’ve ever stayed in. You know you are at the beach, but it feels like home. It’s just so comfortable and cozy. You really feel like an invited guest in their home. We love the screened in porch. We spent half of our time at the house out on the porch.
Jeff is a great host. He’s prompt to reply to any question or need. The Sampsons really care about their guests and their stay in their home.
We love this place so much we booked a third trip for this upcoming fall towards the end of this trip.
5.0
Perfect place to stay for a wedding on the island
There was a great restaurant right across the street from the house. It was easy to navigate the whole island right from this location with the golf carts readily available. I only wish we could have stayed longer.
5.0
This was our first visit to the island. We had a great time and the house was fantastic. Unfortunately the washer and dryer broke. And we had a raining monsoon day. So we had wet clothes hanging to dry.
5.0
Wonderful vacation
This was our first visit to the island. We had a great time and the house was fantastic. Unfortunately the washer and dryer broke. And we had a raining monsoon day. So we had wet clothes hanging to dry.
5.0
The Sampsons have done a tremendous job of creating a comfortable home with every possible amenity considered for a family traveling to the beach.
Comfortable and stylish decor, well appointed kitchen with every possible accessory, televisions with cable options in all bedrooms, family room, and upstairs den. Garage has 2 golf carts in great shape for traveling around the island, 3 bikes, and items to take to the beach. Lovely screened in porch area for lunches and dinners.
The homes in the forest are truly the hidden gems of the island. They are secluded and private, with old oak tree canopies to keep them out of the sun. It feels like you're in a mountain hideaway, yet you can get in your cart and be a 45 second cart ride from the Atlantic beach. Hard to beat it.
The owners have clearly wanted you to feel at home. Very communicative and willing to go above and beyond to make your stay as relaxing and stress free as possible. I would recommend anyone considering a trip to BHI to put this property on your list. Our family enjoyed our stay, and you will not be disappointed.
5.0
Perfect blend of forest and beach
The Sampsons have done a tremendous job of creating a comfortable home with every possible amenity considered for a family traveling to the beach.
Comfortable and stylish decor, well appointed kitchen with every possible accessory, televisions with cable options in all bedrooms, family room, and upstairs den. Garage has 2 golf carts in great shape for traveling around the island, 3 bikes, and items to take to the beach. Lovely screened in porch area for lunches and dinners.
The homes in the forest are truly the hidden gems of the island. They are secluded and private, with old oak tree canopies to keep them out of the sun. It feels like you're in a mountain hideaway, yet you can get in your cart and be a 45 second cart ride from the Atlantic beach. Hard to beat it.
The owners have clearly wanted you to feel at home. Very communicative and willing to go above and beyond to make your stay as relaxing and stress free as possible. I would recommend anyone considering a trip to BHI to put this property on your list. Our family enjoyed our stay, and you will not be disappointed.
5.0
Wonderful and cozy home. Well stocked and well appointed. Owner was very responsive and accommodating. It was an easy walk to the market and just across the street from Midway coffee house and the new Jailhouse restaurant - which were both delicious for breakfast and lunch. We look forward to visiting again soon.
5.0
Peaceful and Central Location
Wonderful and cozy home. Well stocked and well appointed. Owner was very responsive and accommodating. It was an easy walk to the market and just across the street from Midway coffee house and the new Jailhouse restaurant - which were both delicious for breakfast and lunch. We look forward to visiting again soon.
5.0
Hiding Place BHI perfect
This island house is so well planned & cared for, wonderful stay. The house maximizes the location with sunny porches & a screened porch that surrounds with comfort of Maritine forest and birds! Bed linens are upscale & promise a good nights sleep. Kitchen is well stocked, gas grill is nice. Furniture is nicely maintained and very comfortable. Windows provide light and forest views. Location to South Beach is a pleasant short stroll & Island Market very convenient. The golf carts are excellent, the “cab” cart made rainy day drive easy. Our visit of 12 days ended too quickly, one could settle in at the Hiding Place! I highly recommend with confidence.
5.0
Fantastic place to stay! Was super clean and things couldn’t have been better. Many details that were thought out. Would definitely stay here again. Very convenient to market, coffee shop & beach. A+
5.0
The house is comfortable and welcoming. Good to be near the market for food shopping. Basic essentials (TP, soap) are supplied by the owner. We spent little time at the house due to family gathering at another home.
5.0
Great place to stay and super convenient!
Fantastic place to stay! Was super clean and things couldn’t have been better. Many details that were thought out. Would definitely stay here again. Very convenient to market, coffee shop & beach. A+
5.0
Short stay
The house is comfortable and welcoming. Good to be near the market for food shopping. Basic essentials (TP, soap) are supplied by the owner. We spent little time at the house due to family gathering at another home.
5.0
Fall family escape
This was our first trip to the island. The house couldn’t have been better. We had everything that we needed. The house is extremely clean and very well stocked. We definitely want to come back and stay longer next time. The club membership is a great bonus. Thanks to the owners for being extremely responsive and helpful!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bald Head Island?
The average price for a rental in Bald Head Island is $844 per night. This rental is $37 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beautiful forest home within walking distance to the maritime market and beach!!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beautiful forest home within walking distance to the maritime market and beach!!. Enjoy the water!
Is Beautiful forest home within walking distance to the maritime market and beach!! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Beautiful forest home within walking distance to the maritime market and beach!!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.