Located in Cape Fear Station, this vacation home is adjacent to Bald Head Island Conservancy and within a 10-minute stroll of Bay Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Bald Head Island Conservancy - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
Loco Jo's Grill
Oliver's on the Cape Fear
Fizzy Janes
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club
Welcome to “Fish N’ Chips”!
A beautifully updated, charming 4 BR cedar shake beach home in the Summers Crescent neighborhood of Cape Fear Station near East Beach. Sleeps up to 6 adults, 2 children (2 King beds, 1 Queen bed, Twin bunk). One 6 seater golf cart. Less than 2 minutes by golf cart to the favored East beach. Renovated in early 2022 - new furniture, new paint, new hardwood floors in all bedrooms, and quartz countertops throughout.
Bright and airy reverse floor plan with vaulted ceilings over a spacious kitchen, sunny eating area, and living room. Two king bedrooms and two full bathrooms, as well as a kids’ bunk room with twin bunkbed, are located in the main house.
The lower level king bedroom adjoins the bunk room through a sliding barn door, perfect for families with children. It has an en suite full bath with walk-in shower.
The upper level king bedroom is adjacent to a full bath with shower over tub.
Off the large side deck is a boardwalk to a quaint, private guest cottage with queen bed, full bathroom, TV and mini-fridge/Keurig.
There is a full-sized laundry room in the main house. You can enjoy sitting out on the private side or front deck, listening to the sounds of the ocean. There is a charcoal grill on the deck for evening cookouts.
One 6-seater golf cart, surfboard and stand up paddle board are available for your use. There are a few bicycles that are in "as is" condition. Guests are welcome to use the bicycles we have, or can choose to rent their own on the island from one of the rental shops.
Around the back of the home is a spacious outdoor shower. Beach towels and chairs are provided. Our home is just a 2 minute walk to the Turtle Conservancy, Mike’s Bites and the community park. Ocean-front Shoals Club guest memberships are available for purchase. Shoals Club pools, restaurants, fitness center, and beach accesses are just a 1 minute golf cart ride away!
Fish N’ Chips is a no-pets and no-smoking home. We also own “Not On Call”, a quaint, two BR cottage located a few homes down on the same street from “Fish N’ Chips” - perfect if you are looking for a nearby home for friends or family.
BHI also offers historical tours, kayak rentals, bicycle rentals, guided fishing trips, turtle conservancy, nature trails, shopping, crabbing, etc. So much to enjoy, whether visiting in the midst of summer or in the off-season.
PLEASE NOTE- Hurricane Policy: If the local Government orders a mandatory evacuation for Bald Head Island AND you don’t stay at our home, you will receive a full refund for the nights the evacuation order is in place. This does not pertain to voluntary evacuations, a situation where travel insurance is certainly beneficial.
If our home becomes uninhabitable for any reason (fire, wind, flood), and we need to cancel, you will receive a full refund for unused days of your stay.
Because of the current pandemic, and because unexpected situations can arise (health, work, date conflicts, etc), we recommend protecting your investment and vacation by purchasing travel insurance.
The links below are just one option provided through Vrbo. Please read the details carefully before selecting which insurance is best for you – policies vary in the coverage related to COVID-19.
Camera disclosure: BHI is a special community often described as “going back in time” – while it is a very safe and friendly community, theft can still occur. PLEASE NOTE - in an effort to keep our home protected, we have an outdoor security system. There are three clearly visible exterior cameras located at entry points to the cottage - front door garage, and back porch.
No pet policy violation: We have opted to keep our home pet-free for a variety of reasons, and maintain a strict no-pet policy. Please note that under North Carolina Law, Emotional Support Animals are not exempt from the no-pet policy. Bringing an unauthorized pet to the cottage will incur a $500 fee and, per VrBO policy, your booking can be cancelled without refund.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a travel crib.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Unit size: 1,950 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Rules
Please see note in property description regarding Hurricane policy and late cancellation policy, as well as information on travel insurance.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Cape Fear Station within a 10-minute walk of Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach. Caswell Beach is also within a driving distance of 0.1 mi.
Will I be able to park at Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a gym.
Does Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 29.1 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club?
Yes, every house at Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club comes with a patio.
Updated 4 BR home in Cape Fear Station by East Beach with access to Shoals Club Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Donette B.
Apr 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely place with everything we needed. The beds were luxurious and so comfortable!The separate cottage is a great feature for grandparents or a sitter. Highly recommend!
Donette B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Katie E.
Mar 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Fish N Chips was absolutely perfect for our long weekend. Incredibly clean, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, well-organized, great layout, great location. It was our first time on BHI and Chrissie was so communicative and helpful as we prepped and arrived on island. We’ll be back!
Katie E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
McKensey B.
Jan 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
House was just as pictured. Great accommodations. Would definitely stay here again.
McKensey B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin G.
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of four had an absolutely perfect stay at Fish N Chips cottage over the Thanksgiving holiday. Everything about the home was spotless, comfortable, and exactly as described. The location was wonderful, and the cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing family trip.The host was incredibly responsive and helpful with any questions we had, which made the entire experience even better. We truly couldn’t have asked for a smoother or more enjoyable stay.We would 100% stay here again and highly recommend Fish N Chips to anyone visiting Bald Head Island!
Erin G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Leah W.
Sep 22, 2025
Leah W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Philip C.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home right near East Beach. Quiet, clean and comfortable, especially the beds. After years of summer trips, you come to learn there are 2 types of owners: the people who simply rent out their houses, and the true hosts who offer a little extra. These folks are the latter. Thanks for a great stay.
Philip C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
james k.
Aug 23, 2025
james k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully maintained home, great location!
Fish & Chips was perfect for our trip with family. The teen in our group loved staying in the crofter, and the twin bunk room off of the downstairs bedroom was perfect for a toddler. The kitchen was well stocked with supplies and everything in the home was well-maintained. Plenty of beach towels for our family of 6 the beach chairs, toys, golf cart, and surfboard were in excellent condition. The property manager was super responsive and friendly - very easy to work. Beds were so comfortable, my husband took a picture of the tag to order for home! You won't be disappointed with this home for your BHI vacation!
Rebecca M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dan and Elizabeth H.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very clean, comfortable beds!
Dan and Elizabeth H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay R.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was our 2nd trip to Bald Head. The island is beautiful, it has enough outside of the ocean to keep the kids entertained, and the beaches are beautiful. We really liked staying near East Beach where the kids surfed daily. The house was perfectly kept and came exactly as advertised. I recommend it highly.
Lindsay R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Michael B.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Cottage
It's a nice little house in the maritime forest area of the island which I really like. It's very near the Shoals Club and a short, easy drive to the Maritime shops. The owner was very nice and responsive when I had to communicate issues/questions. On the down side, perhaps because we were there at the end of the season, we just had several maintenance issues (i.e. bikes and electrical breakers), a few missing items (i.e. beach towels and laundry detergent) that contributed to my three star rating. I was also very disappointed in the kitchen. For a house that can accommodate 6 adults, it was poorly equipped (and poorly lit) so if you're planning to do your own cooking - you probably want to pack bigger pots and pans as well as a sharp knife or two. When we arrived the only key in the lock box was for the golf cart. Luckily, we found a house key in the unlocked garage and were able to get in. Seems to me that the maintenance/cleaning staff should have checked things like this. As I said in the beginning, it's a very nice little cottage and if it wasn't for a bunch of easily addressed "attention to detail" & maintenance issues, this would have been a much more positive review.
Michael B.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad D.
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A home away from home!
This property is beautiful and well appointed - a very comfortable stay... many amenities that serve the needs and requirements of a family. The owner is caring of your comfort, friendly, highly responsive and quick to take action if needed.
Brad D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rolland K.
Jul 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
2 week getaway to Cape Fear Station
First time staying at cape fear station neighborhood on BHI. We loved it. Clean, cozy, well decorated. Great and well-maintained amenities. Bikes, paddleboard, surf board, plenty of beach chairs. Nice home away from home.
Rolland K.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin J.
Jul 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
We had a wonderful stay. The house was spotless and in the perfect location. The beds were very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Benjamin J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet G.
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal Stay!
We were thrilled with the time spent at Fish and Chips. The house was perfect for our crew of 8. The location was PERFECT for those wanting to spend their time at East Beach. Communication with the owner was stellar from the start! Thanks for a great vacation stay!
Janet G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maria B.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun for the whole family
Bald Head is a truly special place and this house is a great place to enjoy all the peace, tranquility and ocean breezes the island has to offer. It was a great layout for our group the teens were able to spend time on their own in the crofter and the suite downstairs and venture upstairs for shared family meals, game night and dessert. The owners were very responsive when we had any questions and really went above and beyond to make sure we had enough beach towels and to help us with the house bikes. Truly one of the best vacations we have ever taken.
Maria B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandy B.
Jul 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect BHI home
We had a great stay at Fish N Chips. I especially loved all the linens and comfortable furniture. The house was perfectly stocked with everything we needed. Loved having the laundry room just off the entry. The cottage was perfect also. Chrissy was easy to work with. Loved the location too.
Brandy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
May 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
May BHI Vacation Week.
Our family and friends truly had a wonderful week on BHI staying at Fish N' Chips. Chrissie and family have provided the perfect setting to enjoy BHI's beauty. We have been to BHI approximately 8 times and #4 Sumner's Crescent is one of our favorite locations. We look forward to our next trip!
Peter S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather G.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay first time at BHI
This house was well appointed and very comfortable home in a great location. Also the manager was kind enough to send me lots of details to plan out our trip as this was the first time visit for us!
Heather G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah F.
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
We had a fabulous time at Fish n Chips. Everything was lovely and just perfect for our family. Chrissie was incredibly helpful and accommodating with anything we needed, and super fast to respond. We can’t wait to return!
Sarah F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael O.
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great communication with the owner. Very clean, comfortable beds. No complaints at all about the home! I ONLY took off one star for location because we typically stay on the beach and this home is located in the woods a bit so it's more of a tree house type feel. Just a matter of personal preference. But the decor is beachy and you're literally a two minute ride from the east AND the south beaches. One minute ride to Mike's Bites was handy too! Nice little selection of games and puzzles for the kids/teens and we made some great memories and got some nice pictures with the stand up paddle board. Nice beach chairs too. Kitchen decently appointed. It really was a great week. Thanks Chrissie!!
Michael O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dara S.
Jul 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Absolutely perfect! You will want to visit this island it is beautiful and property was exactly as pictured. Host was very responsive and had excellent communication throughout the whole process starting with the booking. 10/10 would recommend. We will be back!
Dara S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
Jul 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
My family and I very much enjoyed our stay at Fish n Chips! The property is beautiful! Modern and clean with every convenience. It was our first time staying at that end of the island and we loved how close it was to shopping and restaurants. The guest cottage was very well appointed and we also loved having an outdoor shower. I would highly recommend this property.
Kim K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kyle D.
Jul 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual family vacation to BHI
Our family of four take an annual trip to BHI each summer. Overall we were very happy with the house. The communication with the owner / pm was fantastic, she was very responsive and helpful. The house was a perfect amount of space for my wife and I, and our two young kids. My mother also joined us for a few nights, and the separate guest cottage was perfect.
The kitchen had everything we needed to cook breakfast and a few meals, and connected with the family room, comfortable space for all to eat, drink and relax.
The outside deck space was nice, unfortunately we didn’t use much of it due to the heat and humidity the week of our visit. I’d imagine this would be a nice space to enjoy in some cooler weather.
There was an outdoor shower which was very useful as well coming back from the beach or pool.
The house came with Shoals Club access, which we used. Overall it was okay, other homes we’ve rented on the island had access to the BHI club, which we prefer a bit more due to more kid friendly pool areas.
The provided 6 seater golf cart was comfortable and reliable, no issues at all.
The neighborhood was quite and set back a bit. We opted for this type of home this year vs being on the ocean like last year to experience a different type of rental location. Both have their pros and cons, but I’m sure we’d rent in a similar location again.
Overall we very much enjoyed the trip and would recommend this house!
Kyle D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily M.
Jul 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We loved our stay at Fish ‘n chips! Our family had a lovely time exploring BHI from the great location near the Shoals Club, South Beach, and the BHI Conservancy. The home was bright, clean, and had everything we needed - and then some. Thank you for a perfect week!