The Barnard House is located on exclusive Middle Island! - Vacation rental home in Bald Head Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 6 Bedrooms
• 7 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

(6B/6.5BA, 1K, 3Q, 3TW, 1 TR, SLP 12, 3 Golf Carts, Saturday Turn in Peak Season, CHECK OUT 10:00AM / CHECK IN 5:30PM)
CHARMING will be your first thought as you traverse Barnard House’s drive through white picket fences and flowering butterfly bushes. This six bedroom, 6.5 bath getaway on Bald Head’s private Middle Island amazes you with its inspiring panoramas, tranquility and comfort. Step into the bricked entryway of this reverse-floor plan home, from there hardwoods lead you to the central lower-level gathering area which is ideal for family game-playing and movie watching. Check out the adjacent dinette with its own coffee bar-ideal for your morning java. Off this space are three bedrooms. The first is a Queen with a full ensuite bath and private access to the back screened porch that homes a ping pong table. The next bedroom is a twin bunk room with an additional trundle. It utilizes the close by hall full bath. Beyond, a bedroom with two more twins also features its own ensuite. At the end of the hall, there’s another huge, bright corner Queen bedroom with its own ensuite. This level also homes the laundry, three outdoor showers and a placid marsh-front back deck with caressing winds and cicada serenades. Upstairs reveals an oversize, natural light-filled, vaulted open floor plan backed by French doors and windows that grant “WOW factor” panoramas across Bald Head’s estuary all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. The living space is anchored by a decorative granite fireplace, warmed by gracious hardwoods and surrounded by handsome wainscoting. The dining area, furnished with a table for ten and a convenient bar, is abutted by a granite breakfast bar proffering seating for four more. Eat here or just outside on the upper deck at either the dining table or on covered lounges and chairs while relishing salty breezes and marsh/seascapes. The chef’s kitchen extends plenty of butcher block counter space and pleases with a walk-in pantry and Kitchen Aid and Viking stainless appliances. At each end of this floor is a King Owner and a Queen Owner suite. The first pampers with a garden tub in its ensuite, a private sitting area and two closets. The second also features an ensuite as well as its own private access to the back deck. Equipped with three four-passenger golf carts, Barnard House will spoil you with the Bald Head vacation you’ve been dreaming more!

IMPORTANT NOTE ON CLUBS: Both clubs are independent from WWP or any WWP properties. As such, all arrangements for temporary memberships must be handled by renters directly with the Clubs. Renters are strongly encouraged to make desired reservations with the club immediately upon booking, and also to become familiar with club policies, procedures, and schedules. WWP representatives will not be able to answer most club-related questions.

NOTE: TRAM SPACE IS LIMITED - PLEASE CALL 910.457.5006 TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TO AND FROM THE ISLAND WHEN BOOKING. WWP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR GETTING YOU TO AND FROM YOUR RENTAL HOME. WWP DOES NOT GUARANTEE NUMBER OF OR CONDITION OF BIKES, BEACH UMBRELLAS, BEACH CHAIRS, BEACH TOYS, OR BEACH TOWELS. ANY CANOES, KAYAKS, OR PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ARE NOT A PART OF THE HOME RENTAL AND SHALL NOT BE USED BY RENTAL GUESTS.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Middle Island Plantation, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to book the best Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your budget:

• Booking your vacation home in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes.
• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines that include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, picking, and booking the best Wrightsville Beach vacation home:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. The Barnard House is located on exclusive Middle Island! has 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. Otherwise, contact the host before reserving the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or applied to your contract.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your family's stay, record any problem areas during check in. message the property manager right away to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all of your things. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.