Great family home with crofter, located middle of island!

Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, slippers, towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest
9.6
Outstanding(67 Reviews)

House in Bald Head Island, NC

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

BEST FEATURES!

Centrally located and close to the Maritime Market
Private crofter access
Fully stocked kitchen
2 screened in porches

The Fortress of Solitude is our family's private retreat in the Maritime Forest on remote and beautiful Bald Head Island. It is our home away from home and where we feel the most relaxed. We know you will, too. Centrally located on the island, you can take a 5 minute stroll (kids or groceries fit well in the wagon) to the Maritime Market for breakfast or groceries or a 3 minute cart ride to one of the convenient, beautiful, and empty beaches.
This new home looks like a Pottery Barn dream home. It features an open kitchen and living area. The kitchen has beautiful granite countertops, custom cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. We pride ourselves on how well-stocked the kitchen is - equipped for most any cook, and the dining room is bright and roomy. The living areas have beautiful bamboo floors. The master bedroom with king bed is also on the main living level. The bath features tile and granite with a large walk-in shower. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, one queen and one with two full/twin bunk beds, plus a bathroom and full-size laundry. The crofter has a fourth queen bedroom and a full bath with its own private entrance, perfect for any Cousin Eddie in your life. Two great screen porches - one dining, one relaxing - give you choices in outside fun while still wearing your bedroom slippers. As described in more detail below, we have two golf carts, and a number of non-motorized transport options, including adult bikes, kid bikes, and a younger kid's scooter.
The Fortress of Solitude will also appeal to the entertainment enthusiast in the family. It features a large flat screen TV in the living room, complete with surround sound, a pair of speakers on each porch, AirPlay, a blu-ray player, and Wifi throughout the house and crofter. There are plenty of blu-rays or DVDs to choose from, but feel free to bring your favorites with you. There are additional TVs in the master bedroom and also the crofter. We are Dish Network people, and you'll love the viewing choices - never miss the game with the whole house DVR that allows you to watch a recorded show on any of the TVs.
More than the cooks and home theater lovers among us, this house is made for children. The bunk room upstairs has two sets of bunk beds, a small table and chairs, buckets of legos, blocks, cars, brio trains, puzzles, books, and dolls. There are even a couple of empty toy buckets made just for the toys from home of the more organized youngsters among us. Pack n play and highchair are de rigeur. The kitchen sports kids plates, cups, and cutlery; there are loads of kids movies to watch and stacks of family games in the hall closet. The garage has kids bikes, wagons, beach toys, kites, a scooter, and other outdoor toys. And, did we fail to mention the family of miniature lizards who like to sun on the outside decking? Hours of enjoyment. In short, relax... the half of your trunk you devote to non-essential kids' stuff when you go on vacation - leave it at home.
Spend pleasant days outside on the porches - one with comfortable seating for a morning coffee or afternoon wine glass and one dining porch that also boasts extra cooler space. Deer, birds and osprey have been spotted from the porches, so keep your eyes peeled.
There are two four person golf carts for exploring the island. There are adult bikes for 'splorin', short for exploring, a favorite Island activity. There are also beach chairs and a beach umbrella.
If you prefer, you can arrange your rental to include temporary membership at the Bald Head Island Club, which boasts a fun and serene pool (imagine water slide AND comfortable sun chairs), top of the line tennis facilities, and the fitness center. There is a new splash pad playground, Also in the Summer, Club activities for children are a highlight, and the club dining options are ideal for mid-vacay date night or dressy family brunch. We simply pass the weekly temporary membership fee directly on to you as the renter, if you choose. If not, there are miles of beaches waiting for some bare feet and several other restaurants to choose from - Mexican cantina, anyone?
The Fortress is our family home, and we have decorated and outfitted it as such. It is not a rental. It is most assuredly your relaxing home away from home in a beautiful and nearly magical setting. Come explore (or 'splore) it.
**We cannot guarantee ice makers or water dispensers to be operable in the rental
Tram Reservation Address: 133 Edward Teach


Turn Date in PEAK SUMMER SEASON: SUNDAY

Club Option for separate purchase: BHI Social (EVERYTHING BUT GOLF)

**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: No

Golf Cart: (2) 4 pass golf cart

Coffee Maker: Regular Coffee Pot & Keurig

Grill Type: Gas

Bikes: 3 Adult, 1 Child** We DO NOT guarantee bikes, beach towels, beach umbrellas or beach gear

Crockpot: Yes

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
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly

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Reviews

9.6
Outstanding(67 Reviews)
8.0
Aug 2024
House had everything we needed and we had a great week! Very well appointed other than one of the golf carts being slow as molasses. It was in the shop for 3 days and came out as slow as it was (which meant we had to deal with getting a rental) but the Bald Head Services earns an A plus for their customer service and response time! Just wish the house came with a club membership - won’t rent a house without it next time. Memberships were sold out! Love BHI!
10.0
Apr 2024
Loved the house and location. Sleeps 12 people great for 2 families. The only bad thing I can say is the golf cart covers do not fit. Luckily it was just windy for us one day but on a rainy day could be an issue. They had toys, bikes, games, beach chairs and much more for you to use. We will be back next year!!!
10.0
Nov 2023
Bald Heaf Island, and The Fortress of Solitude did not disappoint. Great house with a layout that accommodates room for dinner and card games and puzzles but also private space and cozy corners for reading. The Fortress is well equipped, especially the kitchen. We were in need of nothing to make some delicious meals and build fond memories!
10.0
Sep 2023
We loved this house. Convenient location and so nice. We had an amazing time.
10.0
Aug 2023
Fortress of Solitude was a delight for our extended family of 7. House layout is marvelous with plenty of beds and baths for space. Two golf carts and bikes allowed us to remain out and about for most of the days. Kitchen is well stocked and starter kits from BHI services go pretty far (thank you!). We had a terrific time. Thank you for sharing the house with us.
10.0
May 2023
From start to finish this stay was a 12/10!! This beautiful home was SO CLEAN! Absolutely amazing house equipped with everything you need to cozy up and cook dinner at home, play games with family & friends or take the two golf carts for cruises around the island. Management company was so responsive and helped us with everything we needed (including booking an additional nights stay because we simply were not ready to go home)! We will be back Fortress of Solitude!!
10.0
Apr 2023
We have rented this house 2x and will continue to do so. It’s very clean with well appointed furniture. Excellent location near the market, so quick trips to get stuff is easy. The kids love the Crofter Bedroom and makes the entire house seem so much bigger. Thanks for letting us rent!
10.0
Jun 2022
Perfect house for our family vacation. Very clean on arrival. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed to cook. 2 golf carts were perfect. Location was convenient to the market.

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 $778 per night. This rental is $99 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Great family home with crofter, located middle of island!. 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 Great family home with crofter, located middle of island! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Great family home with crofter, located middle of island!?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and dishwasher.

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