Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI!
4.8
Outstanding(59 Reviews)House in Bald Head Island, NC
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
BEST FEATURES!
Lagoon Views!
Screened in porch for wildlife watching
Pet Friendly!
Two golf carts
This newly renovated cottage is centrally located in the forest of Bald Head Island overlooking a lagoon and close to everything. The peaceful screened-in-porch allows you to sip wine and watch the wild life go by. New hardwood flooring and granite counter tops, along with a beachy decor provide a peaceful interior with all the comforts of home after a fun day at the beach.
A private community gazebo, along with its own wildlife overlook, provide a perfect spot for evening grilling. This unit comes with one four seater & one six seater golf carts for travel. boogie boards, skim boards, and beach chairs will complete any stay at the beach. The two upstairs master suites have full private baths, one with a king bed and the other with 2 twin/full bunk beds. The family room and every bedroom has its own TV for your entertainment.
The third downstairs bedroom has an unattached full bath with a queen bed. Kitchen table seats 6, along with seating for 6 around the granite breakfast bar. Queen pullout in family room. The fourth bedroom has two queen beds.
Getting to Bald Head Island is half the fun. A relaxing 20 minute passenger ferry ride transports you from the ferry terminal at Indigo Plantation to the harbour at Bald Head Island. You are greeted by the tram to be escorted to your home at 12 Sabal Palm cottage where two golf carts await for you to go exploring the harbour and 14 miles of West, South and East beaches, along with the beautiful marshlands.
Historic Old Baldy waits for you to climb and explore. Visit the beautiful Chapel. Investigate the great Conservancy programs, including turtle walks on the beaches, Kayak the marshes, crab and fish the creeks and oceans. Dine at the exquisite BHI Club (golf privileges available), watching the sun set as a perfect ending to your day.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 12 Sabal Palm Cottage
Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY
Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE)
**Club memberships are different for every house and depends on dates. For club rates please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability
Pets: YES (a non refundable $300 pet fee will apply)
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart (1) 6 pass golf cart
Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig
Grill Type: Charcoal
Bikes: 4 Adult, 1 Child** We DO NOT guarantee bikes, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear
Crockpot: No
Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be provided with this home
Beach Chairs: 4
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on fridge)
Interested in Rentals?
**Riverside Adventure Company provides bikes, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for rentals (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com
**Coastal Urge provides bikes, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards rentals (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com
**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart rentals (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-rentals/
**Linens and bath towels are included in rental
**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.
Lagoon Views!
Screened in porch for wildlife watching
Pet Friendly!
Two golf carts
This newly renovated cottage is centrally located in the forest of Bald Head Island overlooking a lagoon and close to everything. The peaceful screened-in-porch allows you to sip wine and watch the wild life go by. New hardwood flooring and granite counter tops, along with a beachy decor provide a peaceful interior with all the comforts of home after a fun day at the beach.
A private community gazebo, along with its own wildlife overlook, provide a perfect spot for evening grilling. This unit comes with one four seater & one six seater golf carts for travel. boogie boards, skim boards, and beach chairs will complete any stay at the beach. The two upstairs master suites have full private baths, one with a king bed and the other with 2 twin/full bunk beds. The family room and every bedroom has its own TV for your entertainment.
The third downstairs bedroom has an unattached full bath with a queen bed. Kitchen table seats 6, along with seating for 6 around the granite breakfast bar. Queen pullout in family room. The fourth bedroom has two queen beds.
Getting to Bald Head Island is half the fun. A relaxing 20 minute passenger ferry ride transports you from the ferry terminal at Indigo Plantation to the harbour at Bald Head Island. You are greeted by the tram to be escorted to your home at 12 Sabal Palm cottage where two golf carts await for you to go exploring the harbour and 14 miles of West, South and East beaches, along with the beautiful marshlands.
Historic Old Baldy waits for you to climb and explore. Visit the beautiful Chapel. Investigate the great Conservancy programs, including turtle walks on the beaches, Kayak the marshes, crab and fish the creeks and oceans. Dine at the exquisite BHI Club (golf privileges available), watching the sun set as a perfect ending to your day.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 12 Sabal Palm Cottage
Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: FRIDAY
Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Full Access (GOLF ACCESS AVAILABLE)
**Club memberships are different for every house and depends on dates. For club rates please contact the clubs directly or go on their websites. We do not control club rates or availability
Pets: YES (a non refundable $300 pet fee will apply)
Golf Cart: (1) 4 pass golf cart (1) 6 pass golf cart
Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig
Grill Type: Charcoal
Bikes: 4 Adult, 1 Child** We DO NOT guarantee bikes, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear
Crockpot: No
Highchair or Booster and Pack and Play will be provided with this home
Beach Chairs: 4
WIFI: Spectrum highspeed internet (Password information will be located on fridge)
Interested in Rentals?
**Riverside Adventure Company provides bikes, beach chairs, kayaks, & beach umbrellas for rentals (910.457.4944) http://www.riversideadventure.com
**Coastal Urge provides bikes, SUP paddle boards, Skateboards, body boards, and surf boards rentals (1800.383.4443) https://coastalurge.com
**Cary Cart Company provides golf cart rentals (910.457.7333) https://www.carycartco.com/bald-head-island-rentals/
**Linens and bath towels are included in rental
**Please see club membership notes:
It is expected that the club memberships will sell out for summer dates and holidays, so we do encourage you to make arrangements with the clubs as soon as you book your rental. All club memberships must be purchased directly with the club. Bald Head Island Services is not able to answer club related questions or coordinate your club memberships for you. Links and how to sign up with both clubs will be sent upon booking your rental.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Bald Head Island, NC
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(59 Reviews)4.8
Home was clean and included everything we needed. Will stay here again!
4.8
Generally, the home was suitable for our needs but I don’t know if I would rent it again. There were a few things that were inconveniences such as the dishwasher was significantly molded inside and we had to purchase products and clean before use. Also, the dishwasher door falls open if not held until completely open. The most frustrating was the dryer which did not dry well and took over 2 hours to dry four beach towels. The kitchen was not well apportioned with cookware. While the sofa was great for our family of 6, it was stained and felt dirty. The carpet on the steps was stained and dirty too. Finally, a toilet seat was broken in the downstairs bathroom. However, the general layout of the house and location on the island was great. It must be hard to keep the houses and furniture clean but this one needs some TLC. This would be a fantastic rental if some of the maintenance and cleanliness items were addressed.
4.8
The house was exactly as described! We found it very clean and check-in was a breeze. The kitchen was well equipped and we appreciated having a Keurig. The house is showing some signs of wear and is a little dated but everything was so clean you barely noticed those things. If you are a picky pillow person you may want to bring your own. The pillows were all very flat. We loved our time here and can’t wait until our next trip to lovely BHI.
4.8
This cottage is absolutely perfect. The rooms were great and bigger than expected. Perfect location, just a few minutes on one of the golf karts through the awesome landscape and you’re on what feels like your own private strip of beach. Overall the best experience I’ve ever had renting a property. New Family Tradition at this place.
4.8
Our family had never been to BHI, but we were excited to spend Spring Break there. Life of Riley was clean, nicely decorated, had a great location and appeared to have been freshly painted inside and out. Communication with the owner and rental company was seamless from reservation through check in, questions were answered in a timely manner, and house instructions along with important phone numbers were clearly displayed in the home. The house had nice linens, beach towels, new dishes in ample quantities, and thoughtful touches like handmade full-size soaps in yummy scents for the bathrooms. There were very comfortable beach chairs, beach toys and beach bikes that were all put to good use. This house is in a very convenient spot on the island, nicely shaded in the trees near the golf course, not too far from the beach- pretty much in the middle of the island so sunrises at East Beach are easy to access and sunsets on South and West Beach are close as well. Close to restaurants and shops as well.
The only suggestion I have for the homeowners would be the possibly installing an outdoor shower, just because their house is so beautiful- we really didn’t want to track in sand, but the hose set-up made it a bit difficult to rinse off after the beach. We managed, but an outdoor shower really would make that easier.
Overall, this is a beautiful, clean, comfortable house that we would definitely rent again, and would recommend to friends. Bald Head Island was just an amazing place for a vacation, and this house was a great place to stay.
4.8
Five stars all around for this neat place on Bald Head Island! My friend and I stayed here while on the island for the Badwater Cape Fear 51.4 mile foot race. Check in was a breeze. The place was clean. And we found everything as advertised. BHI Services was a pleasure to deal with, giving us timely notifications about all info we needed. I would definitely book with them again and stay at Life of Riley again.
4.8
Took my daughter and three friends to the island to celebrate her 13th birthday.
Renting the property was seamless and easy and communication was excellent. Property manager was extremely responsive and came over immediately to help me put the rain curtains on the golf cart as I was alone and needed assistance.
House is super cute but starting to show signs of wear and tear. Carpets and couch were stained and furniture was missing pieces etc. The kitchen was well stocked but all of the pots and pans are warped and need replaced.
House is completely stocked with board games, video games, beach toys, bikes and all you could possibly need for a wonderful vacation. The grill was a little puny and that could definitely be upgraded!
Had a moment of severe panic because the listing said it had a Keurig coffee maker and so I brought my pods in anticipation of having a cup first thing in the morning and woke up to find that it was a drip coffee maker and I had zero coffee. Had to run to the market in my pajamas so that I could get some brewing!
Overall an adorable house that just needs some refreshing to be a perfect getaway for a family or a group of friends.
4.8
Took my daughter and three friends to the island to celebrate her 13th birthday.
Renting the property was seamless and easy and communication was excellent. Property manager was extremely responsive and came over immediately to help me put the rain curtains on the golf cart as I was alone and needed assistance.
House is super cute but starting to show signs of wear and tear. Carpets and couch were stained and furniture was missing pieces etc. The kitchen was well stocked but all of the pots and pans are warped and need replaced.
House is completely stocked with board games, video games, beach toys, bikes and all you could possibly need for a wonderful vacation. The grill was a little puny and that could definitely be upgraded!
Had a moment of severe panic because the listing said it had a Keurig coffee maker and so I brought my pods in anticipation of having a cup first thing in the morning and woke up to find that it was a drip coffee maker and I had zero coffee. Had to run to the market in my pajamas so that I could get some brewing!
Overall an adorable house that just needs some refreshing to be a perfect getaway for a family or a group of friends.
4.8
We were in town for a wedding weekend and had never visited BHI before. Life of Riley far exceeded any expectations that we had. The spaciousness and living room/ dining area setup were perfect for 3 couples and we had plenty of entertaining space indoor and outdoor to have our friends over that were also in town. The 2 golf carts, bikes, beach chairs, etc. were just the icing on the cake. This location was ideal, as we had wedding events on both sides of the island. We were just minutes from the market, the chapel, the ferry boats, and restaurants. We look forward to booking another trip soon!
4.8
We were in town for a wedding weekend and had never visited BHI before. Life of Riley far exceeded any expectations that we had. The spaciousness and living room/ dining area setup were perfect for 3 couples and we had plenty of entertaining space indoor and outdoor to have our friends over that were also in town. The 2 golf carts, bikes, beach chairs, etc. were just the icing on the cake. This location was ideal, as we had wedding events on both sides of the island. We were just minutes from the market, the chapel, the ferry boats, and restaurants. We look forward to booking another trip soon!
4.8
This was our second trip to BHI and our second time renting in the Sable Palms Cottages location. It’s a quite location on a dead end street, so It does not get any through traffic on it. We personally feel that it is centrally located.
It has 2 golf carts (one is good and the other is older and needs a brake job).
The master bedroom is on the 2nd floor with a king bed (very comfortable) and is a comfortable bedroom.
The kids room is updated with 2 bunk beds that are new. The couple that stayed in it were happy.
The last bedroom is on the main floor and has double/queen that we think should have a king bed. This is the opinion of the couple that stayed in it.
The house was clean and has the basics in the kitchen.
We would stay here again.
4.8
Totally agree with some of the other review - the house is actually better than advertised in the pictures. Got a call from property management when we checked in - which was great. We had 2 families and the room for the kids was great. Zero complaints - plenty of space, updated features, comfortable beds, close location to everything, etc - will definitely be back!
4.8
Totally agree with some of the other review - the house is actually better than advertised in the pictures. Got a call from property management when we checked in - which was great. We had 2 families and the room for the kids was great. Zero complaints - plenty of space, updated features, comfortable beds, close location to everything, etc - will definitely be back!
4.8
This was our second trip to BHI and our second time renting in the Sable Palms Cottages location. It’s a quite location on a dead end street, so It does not get any through traffic on it. We personally feel that it is centrally located.
It has 2 golf carts (one is good and the other is older and needs a brake job).
The master bedroom is on the 2nd floor with a king bed (very comfortable) and is a comfortable bedroom.
The kids room is updated with 2 bunk beds that are new. The couple that stayed in it were happy.
The last bedroom is on the main floor and has double/queen that we think should have a king bed. This is the opinion of the couple that stayed in it.
The house was clean and has the basics in the kitchen.
We would stay here again.
4.8
The online pictures of the house do not do it justice! The house is adorable and very spacious with comfortable beds! The property manager was very prompt to respond to any question or need we had. Kitchen was well stocked! Having two golf carts was very nice! Location was great as we were close to the market and the marina. This was our first time on the island and it definitely won’t be our last!
4.8
My husband and I needed a short getaway and Bald Head was the perfect option because it’s close, but so quiet! The house was perfect, and we hope to return with our kids because there’s more than enough room. All amenities we needed were in the house, and it was so close to everything we wanted to do.
4.8
We loved our too short stay at this property! It was even lovelier than the photos showed it to be! The only issues that arose were with transportation and eating on the island, which we haven’t experienced in any prior trips to Bald Head... like a 3 hour wait to get in the ferry, hours for restaurants being different than advertised, and then being stuck without dinner since the grocery store closes early! I’d advise everyone to plan ahead and get extra groceries in case of this!
4.8
Lovely home. Easy location. Great weekend
4.8
We had a great stay at this home. It was super clean and ready earlier than we expected so we were able to drop our bags and start exploring right away. We only used one of the golf carts because it has sides we could lower since weather was cool when we were there, the cart was VERY slow so we got passed a lot but no huge issue.
4.8
We had a lovely time at Life of Riley for Thanksgiving. The house was as advertised, but with updated TVs. There were multiple game systems, and a game closet filled with board games. There was only 1 bicycle that had 2 functional tires, but that is to be expected after an entire summer of guests. We only used one of the golf carts, and it was nice. Would definitely stay here again. It’s a very central location on BHI.
4.8
good stay
4.8
The house was nice and just as we expected. The AC issue we experienced was addressed promptly by the management and the service technicians were more than pleasant. We'll definitely stay here again. Thanks for a great escape!
4.8
Beautiful home with great location.and well stocked kitchen.
4.8
We like the Sabal Palms village but after 2 years staying here we will look at other areas on BHI. Cleanliness both years has been an issue. Both interior and exterior. Kitchen pans etc were dirty and the bathrooms were not clean (toilets and tubs). That was disappointing.
4.8
It was clean, spacious, & easy to book. Very pleased with the place.
4.8
Very welcoming and comfortable house! We celebrated my mom's 70th birthday and we had fun being together cooking and laughing. Would recommend a welcome pack with a few essentials: dishwasher tablets, trash bags, kitchen linens and laundry detergent . Could have brought these items especially since we needed them to start dishwasher and washer upon departure.
Thanks for sharing this with us!
4.8
We loved our stay over Labor day weekend. The location is fine, only a few minutes drive anywhere. It was the perfect space for all the kids and adults. The kids loved sharing a room while on vacation. The adults all had their own space. This kitchen was very well equipped for everything we cooked. While there was no outdoor shower, there was a hose close to the road so we could rinse off. There were bikes but we didn't use them I liked have two carts, so that we could travel together or go our separate ways. The only cons was the linens - the towels in the downstairs bathroom were stained (the folks cleaning the place should have noticed it) and the lack of laundry detergent to start the towels when we left. But we will definitely be back!
4.8
This place had everything we needed for our weekend on Bald Head to attend our niece ‘s wedding. One of the golf carts had trouble charging though and would not start when the second half of the group headed to the wedding...meaning that they had to walk to the chapel. Someone might want to check the one in the garage. Also, could not find detergent to start washing machine as requested in directions for checking out of property.
4.8
Nice layout and floor plan. Loved overlooking the interior river and alligator watching from the enclosed porch. Convenient beach chairs, umbrella, and bike. 2 golf carts is a plus! Brandy was great and addressed our concerns / questions immediately. My 7 year old was delighted to find crayons and coloring sheets. Very family friendly. We would definitely rent this property again.
4.8
We enjoyed staying here and would do so again. We saw several alligators off the back screened porch, which was fun. House layout was perfect for our family of five. Nice location as it was only a few minutes from the market, beaches, and the marina area. Only notable item lacking was a grill, which would have been nice. Otherwise had an issue with one of the golf-cart chargers, but it was handled quickly. Overall, this was a great property and we would stay here again!
4.8
What a great spot and location! Property manager was absolutely fantastic!! Close to the golf course and just seconds from the ocean!! Great communication and was there if we needed anything. I would definitely recommend this place to others and to book through this management company!! Very professional!! Thanks for providing us with great service and a beautiful home!!!!
4.8
We had a great weekend in BHI, everything was just as it was described! Brandy and her team were fabulous to work with. We will definitely be back!
4.8
The house was so clean and up to date. It had everything we needed! The golf carts were great and the house is in a great location. We definitely want to stay here again very soon. Brandy was so nice to work with and she always answered our questions within minutes. We had a fabulous family weekend!
4.8
Me, my wife, our 4 kids, and my sister in law rented the house for Spring Break. It was an awesome get away and the house had EVERYTHING you possibly need for an awesome stay. From 2 golf carts (ran perfect), beach chairs (6 to 8 chairs), bikes (3 adult & 2 kids), beach buckets, beach towels, linens, ....... I honestly could go on ........ the house had it all for our use. I was very pleased with the way it was such a "turn key" vacation.
Thanks for making it an easy and fun vacation!!!!
4.8
Your home was so relaxing and comfortable. We felt at home immediately. Thank you for all the amenities including beach chairs and very comfortable beds. Our kids loved the wifi, too! We plan to recommend your home to all of our friends.
4.8
This cottage offers the perfect winter vacation. A very tasteful well decorated home with a feel of family coziness. We have been traveling to BHI for 30 years and this was one of our favorites. The owners were great to work with and very accommodating. It was a great stay for our family of six. Having two golf carts available was great. Very convenient to the beach, market, shops and restaurants. This home offers everything you need to have a relaxing family get away.
4.8
We had a wonderful stay at this Sabal Palm Cottage and can't wait to return. This home is perfect for a family vacation (or multiple families). The house is extremely spacious - having the bedrooms spread apart for lots of privacy was great. As a parent of small children, I also loved the large laundry room. The view of the marsh from the porch and living room is fantastic - we enjoyed watching the turtles and birds (we also had a gator sighting at the public pavilion area). Having two golf carts came in handy during our week and we loved spending time at the Shoals Club pool. We would certainly recommend this home to anyone looking to rent on BHI.
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 $768 per night. This rental is $162 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI! 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 Welcome to Life of Riley on BHI!?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.