• As low as $854/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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General Features

  • Books
  • Games
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Car not required
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Charcoal grill
  • Children's games
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Day bed
  • Desk
  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • English
  • First aid kit
  • Fitness center
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Highchair
  • Ice maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Patio
  • Power boating nearby
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • WiFi available

About this Property

  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 2500 square feet

Welcome to "FerryTale Retreat!"



Purchased in June 2020 and refreshed during the fall and winter of 2020, this roomy beach hideaway is brand new to the rental market and features the amenities of home with vistas of the ocean. The home is attractively located close to the beach, clubs and shopping. It is completely refurnished and professionally decorated with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths.

This home is the ideal place for one or two families or a group of friends to savor a memorable vacation together. It has splendid ocean vistas from the kitchen, huge front deck and upstairs king suite -- ideal for watching the sunset, moonrise and for spectacular evening stargazing. The huge, vaulted-ceiling living room and freshly upgraded nook offer ample seating and entertainment options. Savor dinner out on a third private newly refreshed back deck.

"FerryTale Retreat" has been professionally decorated in relaxing shades of sea blue and grays to help maximize relaxation and bring the handsome Bald Head Island beach inside.

The home features four bedrooms, three full baths and sleeps up to ten guests. The main bedroom suite has a king bed and flat screen tv, as well as an ensuite bathroom, a sitting area with a couch and desk and private deck with gorgeous vistas.

The second primary bedroom has a queen bed, flat-screen TV, an ensuite bathroom and is tucked away in the peaceful back of the home. This room also features private deck access.

Another guest room has a queen bed and deck access and the fourth bedroom offers a bunk bed as well as a daybed with trundle. Closets include hangers and laundry baskets for your convenience.

The gourmet kitchen is entirely equipped with all of the conveniences you could want and features stainless appliances. The kitchen is open to an airy dining room that seats eight and a newly updated breakfast nook for additional seating, dining and entertaining space.

The sunlit living room is open to the kitchen and includes a flat-screen Intelligent TV and a sizable space for calming with family and friends. The home is well-outfitted with puzzles and games.

A full-sized washer and dryer are in a enormous pantry off the kitchen. A high chair and pack & play are located in the pantry along with an iron, ironing board and drying rack.

Each bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer. Starter packs of shampoo, conditioner, body soap, tissues and bath bar come in each bathroom. We also supply starter dish detergent, paper towel and toilet paper rolls.

Two golf carts will transport you around the island (one brand new 4-seater purchased in 2018 and another 4 seater that comes with a rain cover).

We provide beach towels, all linens, pre-arrival cleaning, wireless internet service and four intelligent TV's. There are three brand new adult bicycles and three new kids' bicycles as well. We also have a beach umbrella, two body boards, a bocce set, horseshoes, sand toys, a beach push cart and multiple beach chairs for your use.

The large outdoor area downstairs features lush tropical vegetation and opens to a finished cavernous mudroom area to hang your towels with stairs to the main floor. There is a freshly modernized outdoor shower ideal for rinsing off the sand.

Gas and charcoal grilles with tools are at the ready for you.

If you are interested, you can purchase a temporary Lifestyle Membership to the Bald Head Island Club which offers golf, tennis, a exercise club and a pool, along with casual and fine dining. Pricing varies with time of year.

"FerryTale Retreat" is located right off of South Beach Wynd and is convenient to all the island attractions. There is plenty to do on the island - casual-to-chic dining, numerous clothing/gift stores, camps, and education programs, etc. There is a full-service grocery store, ice cream shop and take-out pizza. Fishing, kayaking, surf lessons, scavenger hunts, and sightseeing charters are available.

Once​ you visit, we think you will appreciate "FerryTale Retreat" as much as we do!

Date of Stay - April 2021
5 stars! We adored the home! It was extremely well organized and decorated. You can tell the owners spent tons of time providing everything you could need. We really liked the beach paintings. We found that the location is ideal, near the beach, the golf course, market, and marina.

N. Edmunds -. 5 STARS

Ferrytale Retreat has all the details covered—and what’s more important than the details? High-end appliances, super-well-appointed kitchen, impeccable décor, a Weber grille, extravagant memory foam beds, two great golf carts (but only blocks from a beach access). Great open spaces and comfortable bedrooms—just a magnificent place to cool down and mix a margarita after a day in the sun. Highest recommendation here.

About the Area

Located in Bald Head Island, this vacation home is near the beach. 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. With motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the very best Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Sticking to your spending plan:

  • June, July, and August are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Book your Wrightsville Beach rental in the Spring or Fall to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
  • The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
  • Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
  • Booking websites frequently offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
  • Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines have offers and deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your search:

  • Select dates and spending budget.
  • Decide how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Spacious Home with Ocean Views from Primary Suite, 4BR, 3BA, SB location has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
  • Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you book your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to determine what is best for your vacation family.
  • Is your family looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
  • Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
  • Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs could be applied to your invoice.

More tips for your visit:

  • Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your smartphone.
  • Make a record of any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
  • Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great source for finding the best local beaches.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
  • Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect your property!
  • Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Record a video to document the condition of the property.
  • Did your group have a great stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.

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