On Bald Head Island, Villa Umi offers a serene retreat with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. With two 4-seat golf carts at your disposal, explore the island's pristine beaches, nature paths and historic sites like 'Old Baldy' lighthouse.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Gym
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club
"Villa Umi" on Bald Head Island Highlights: Sleeps 10 in 3 bedrooms - King Master Suite, Queen Guest Room, and Guest Room w/ 1 Queen, 1 Bunk Bed (Full Bed over Full Bed) , and 2 Twin Trundle Beds. 2 Full and One-Half Baths Shoals Club* Two 4 Seat Golf Carts Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig Bedding and Towel Linen Service Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Toys and Towels Provided
TUCKED IN LIVE OAKS AND GOLF COURSE - This home is the perfect family vacation home or ladies/men's weekend away. ALL NEW APPLIANCES AND LIVING ROOM FURNITURE AND RECENTLY PAINTED.
This home is a beautiful choice for your vacation on Bald Head Island- offers a light, open floor plan, living room/dining room for 8, a wraparound screen porch and a fully stocked kitchen with all you will need for the gourmet cook and family meals. 3 spacious bedrooms with 1 King, 1 Queen, and a combination room consisting of 1 Queen, 1 Bunk Bed (Full Bed over Full Bed) , and 2 Twin Trundle Beds are all found on the second floor. 2 full bathrooms are also found on the second floor, with a half bathroom on the first floor.
Our home boasts gleaming hardwood floors throughout and beautiful comfortable furniture. Located in the center of the island, the cottage is perfectly situated within minutes from the beach. After a day at the beach, it is a pleasure to return home to the comfort of the live oaks and the peace and serenity of the maritime forest.
To get around the island, you will have two 4 seat golf carts. If you would prefer to ride around the island on bike, there are four adult bikes for your use. Need other or different sizes - you can reserve/rent from Riverside Adventure at the Marina. Although we guarantee the use of the golf carts, we cannot guarantee the condition of the bikes during your stay. We will make every attempt to repair but it may not be possible during your visit.
We have a professional property manager who lives full time on the island to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.
Bald Head Island is only accessible by boat or by a ferry, which departs frequently out of Southport, NC. Southport is 40 minutes from the Wilmington, NC (ILM) airport. A tram ride to the villa is included with your ferry ticket. Reservations are required. Visitors and residents travel around the island by golf cart, bike or by foot.
Climb to the top of “Old Baldy,” which is the oldest lighthouse on the East coast. It was built in 1817 and originally commissioned by Thomas Jefferson. Hike and wind your way around live oaks hundreds of years old and through the nature paths that Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers used in the ancient Maritime Forest. An upscale grocery market, spa, and shopping area is a short golf cart ride away. Discover the Bald Head Island Conservancy at the end of South Beach, where you can learn about the island’s wildlife. Sign up for classes, including the popular evening “turtle walks” to search for and observe nesting Loggerhead Turtles and if your timing is right even watch their hatchlings heading to the ocean for the first time!
Bald Head Island is on one of North Carolina's southernmost cape islands - Cape Fear. Bald Head Island is accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat. With no cars and no crowds, Bald Head Island preserves the natural beauty and stress-free lifestyle of a simpler time. The island is blessed with 14 miles of pristine beaches, thousands of acres of protected salt marshes, and a spectacular expanse of maritime forest.
*Club memberships are optional and subject to availability. The costs are separate and not included with the rental of the home. *Homes with fireplaces are deactivated for the safety of the home and guests. *There may be security cameras covering the exterior of the home for the safety of the home and guests. *We cannot guarantee the condition or availability of any bikes that may come with the home.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
Near the sea
Next to a golf course
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Bald Head Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and by the sea. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Visit our Bald Head Island travel guide
Is Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club located?
Situated in Bald Head Island, this golf holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum of History. Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Visitors Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Updated 2022 Decorated Cottage Sleeps 10 Shoals Club Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
So many things to love about our stay at Villa Umi. Many spaces to hang out -- beautiful screened in porch with comfortable furniture, spacious living room and dining room. The kitchen is very well-supplied with pans and cooking gear, though no ingredients save for salt and pepper. Tyler was super responsive to problems and prepping for the tropical storm. Thank you!
Beverly P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tim C.
4 Aug 2024
Nice spot on a beautiful island!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a lovely week in Villa Umi. The home has good indoor and outdoor space and the property manager was responsive to our needs. Parts of the home are a bit dated and the kitchen wasn’t as stocked as we expected (only had a small amount of salt/pepper, little Saran Wrap, no foil, oil, napkins,etc). We loved having access to the Shoals Club, that’s a huge bonus of this property.
We had a great vacation. The house was clean and comfortable. When we had an issue it was handled right away. Lots of beach chairs and towels to borrow.
We stayed here while in town for a friend's wedding. The property was beautiful and we were very comfortable! Tyler was very communicative during our stay and we enjoyed the use of the golf carts and bikes. Couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Rebecca M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mino G.
28 May 2025
Great home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our recent stay at Villa Umi, Tyler was very easy to work with and especially accommodating. Highly recommend Homes on Bald head island and Villa Umi.
Made a last minute reservation for my family ranging in ages from 42 to 9 year old twins. House was plenty spacious for my family of 6. All the basic things we needed were available for use. 2 golf carts available which was a plus!
From our first trip to BHI, we were hooked. This was our fourth trip on the island and we had a great time. The house is nicely appointed with a nice big kitchen table (perfect for our Italian meatball dinner with family), ample seating and really comfy beds. The selling point was the double bunk beds for us; my kids had plenty of room to spread out. Barbara and Tyler (property management team members) were very attentive and made sure that all our needs were quickly met while on the Island. Tyler even mailed us our missing beach towel we accidentally left in the dryer when we (unhappily) had to leave. Farewell BHI...until next time!
Relaxing House Tucked Away But Still Close to Everything
We had such wonderful extended weekend getaway with friends at Villa Umi!
The house is exactly as described (even more spacious than some pictures depict). It is very clean. The beds seem mostly brand new and are decent.
It comes very well stocked with all sort of very nice beach equipment: very good condition backpack chairs, 8 or so nice beach towels, beach toys, life jackets, 2 umbrellas, even a cooler and beach bag!
The kitchen is also decently stocked for cooking meals. Does have Keurig style coffee maker along with a standard one. Paper products and toiletries to get you through the first 3 days or so if the house is at max capacity. Bath towels for at least 1 set per person. Full size washer and dryer that works well with supplies for 3-4 loads of laundry.
2 golf carts that were a bit older and a little beat up but get the job done. 4 adult bikes.
It is about a 7 min golf cart ride to multiple, nice, not as crowded beach access points with easy cart parking. About 7 min ride to the market and restaurants in that direction. About a 5 minute ride to the Marina. Great central location! I would note that it would be closer to a 15 min or so ride to Shoals Club if you elected to get that membership (we did not).
Great house for a great vacation!
Our family of four 100% enjoyed our stay at this lovely property. Plenty of room, well-equipped and easy to get around. The property managers were fantastic — courteous and very responsive. Thank you for a memorable holiday weekend!