Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 4.5 of 5 average
March madness/Intercoastal Realty
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★★★★★ 5 of 5
March madness/Intercoastal Realty
We just spent a week at March Madness. Everything was arranged through Intercoastal Realty and Baldhead Island. We have stayed at Baldhead Island at multiple locations over the last 25 years. Our family has grown and we had a group of 13 this time. Seven adults and six kids ranging 12 and under.
Intercoastal did a great job of helping us with the rental, arranging tram reservations, And meeting us at the dock with our keys when we arrived. They were very responsive to any need that we had. The house itself was excellent. Multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Multiple amenities including extra refrigerators, icemaker etc.
Beautiful view of the marsh. Kitchen and den area or on the top floor. bedrooms are on the bottom four so if you have folks that have mobility problems just be aware. Three carts were a great amenity for the size of our family. Several bicycles. Location was clean and well-kept. We were very close to what we consider one of the best access to the beach.
We were on the east beach side of the island. As far as our needs being met we would give this a five star location. If you come to the island expecting perfection, perfect timing of trams and inexpensive meals, you always have the chance of being disappointed. Baldhead Island is more expensive than some other locations so go ahead and budget accordingly for the journey and enjoy the journey.
Submitted on Sep 20, 2022
Thank you for the great review, we truly appericate it! We can't wait to see you back on the island soon! Thank you!
Marsh Madness
by Charlotte NC
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We enjoyed staying in this home for a college/fraternity brothers and wives annual gathering. We stayed in this exact home 9 years ago, too. Typically, we don’t return to the same place for our annual event, but we decided to visit and stay here again based on our previous stay.
Overall, the house was good. We recognized there were challenges with Covid in terms of service, such as cleaning and other situations. While we faced a few initial hiccups, but the management company responded to our needs.
The kitchen is great with the large center island for serving. I recommend they invest in two large refrigerators to accommodate the amount of food and items needed for a stay beyond several days. The smaller frig is parked beside the regular kitchen sized refrigerator. For stays longer than 3 days, we would have been challenged to store our food brought to the island.
Please note that the 7 bedrooms are not 7 regular bedrooms for couples. One bedroom was a trundle suitable for children and the room housed toys. It had no full sized bathroom on the same floor.
All in all, it was a good trip. From our last experience in this house, I believe there are dated features, such as bathrooms and furnishings, especially for a house on BHI.
Submitted on Nov 3, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for your review and comments, we will pass along your feedback. We hope to see you all back on the island in the future for your annual gathering.
Great home and location
by Wilmington NC
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Our stay was for a corporate retreat. The home offered great sleeping accommodations as well as nice general meeting space in the living room/dining room for group meetings. The bikes and golf carts were great for some or our outdoor festivities. The home was well maintained. (Couple of light bulbs need to be replaced throughout the inside and outside of home)
Submitted on Oct 19, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you! We are thrilled to hear your corporate retreat went well, Marsh Madness is the perfect property for special events like yours. Come back soon!
Perfect vacation destination for large family or group of friends
by Merion Station PA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful time celebrating my Mom's birthday here. Tons of space for our large group, and we really loved all the indoor/outdoor rooms. Perfect for kids, especially little ones - books, toys, gate at the top of the stairs, and more. Kitchen had all the utensils, pots & pans, spices, and anything else you might possibly need to cook with. Spotlessly clean. Management company (Pam in particular!) is very responsive and helpful. 10/10, would go again
Submitted on Oct 13, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for your review and comments!! We hope to see you back soon!!
Marsh Happiness!
by Richmond VA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Marsh Madness is a superior vacation rental! The bright and airy gathering space with a killer view and the well-appointed kitchen were highlights for our reunion group of six friends. We purchased a Club membership primarily for dining options; had we known the gourmet kitchen was equipped with everything we’d need (and more!) to prepare and serve wonderful apps and meals, we would have planned more dining “at home”! Even the golf carts were first class to match the house’s amenities. We hope to be able to stay here again.
Submitted on Oct 12, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for your review, we agree! We hope to see you back at Marsh Madness soon!
House great - Ferry and Trams Bad
by Raleigh NC
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Been coming to Bald Head for four decades. House was great, highly recommend. However, Iv'e never seen the ferry and tram service so bad. They left us stranded both ways for hours, even with reservations made well in advance. Owners should get them the message to do better so guests aren't left with bad impression of their trip.
Submitted on Oct 5, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for your review, we love Marsh Madness as well! I apologize you had issues with the tram and ferry, I will pass along your feedback to the Transportation Department. We hope to see you back on the island soon. Thank you!
Loved this house and booked again!
by Virginia Beach Va
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We have a large extended family with many children. The house was perfect for us. It was well-stocked with dishes and cookware, and we loved the location especially being so close to Shoals Club. The only negative experience is the fridge didn't work and we used a smaller rental fridge/freezer combo for the week which was challenging with so many people. Overall, we loved the layout of the home and booked it again for next year.
Submitted on Aug 24, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for booking your 2022 reservation with us and in Marsh Madness!! We apologize the refrigerator was an issue, the compressor has been replaced. We look forward to seeing you in 2022! Thank you for your review and comments!
Marsh Madness Fun
by Belmont TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our family (now 14 of us) has been vacationing at BHI for 30 yrs. We have encountered hurdles accommodating our expanded family but MM is absolutely perfect for us. We loved the roominess of MM & well equipped kitchen. Staff was responsive when we had a small issue. Would love to rent MM again.
Submitted on Aug 3, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you! We look forward to seeing you all in Marsh Madness soon!
Great, clean home for a large family
by Myrtle Beach SC
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This house has everything you need for a vacation with a lot of people: 2 dishwashers, ice machine, lots of pots and pans, plenty of bathrooms, comfortable beds and lounging areas...we would highly recommend Marsh Madness!
Submitted on Jul 14, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you! We hope to see you back on the island soon!
Another great week at Marsh Madness
by Fairfield VA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great home, meticulously maintained and appointed. We'll be back for the 4th time in 2022 or sooner.
Submitted on Jun 29, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you, we appreciate your comments and review! We look forward to seeing you back on BHI and at Marsh Madness! Thank you!
great
by Free Union Va
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Wonderful---the house was the most spotless home we have ever rented --- including the outside deck and all the windows--additionally we had 2 young granddaughters with us and the home had closets full of toys --- such a treat!!!
Submitted on Jun 7, 2021
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you! Come back soon!
A Taste of Home on Vacation
by Keswick VA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Immaculate property with wonderful Marsh views and great location on the island. Living space was perfect for entertaining the whole family. We anticipate returning soon on future vacations.
Submitted on Oct 13, 2020
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you!! We look forward to seeing you back at Marsh Madness in the future!
Fall BHI Vacation
by MARION VA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We loved the size of the house and the location. The kitchen was phenomenal. The golf carts were great. Our only suggestion - upgrade the crofter. Our expectation of cleanliness was not met.
Submitted on Oct 5, 2020
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for your comments, we appericate the feedback. We hope to see you back soon! Thanks!
Marsh Madness was an awesome house for our clan
by Lexington VA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Our family consisted of 5 couples, all related somehow. Families included two 1st-cousin toddler girls, plus two more 1st-cousin babies. Marsh Madness was perfect for our clan. 2 of 3 sets of grandparents stayed in the Crofter--peace and quiet. All others were in the main house. Kitchen is perfect for a large group--lots of silverware & dishes, two dishwashers, big pots, spices/foil etc. already in place. Dedicated ice maker! Huge kitchen table to gather around. Really well thought out. Fantastic view of the marsh. 3 golf carts! Front porch to sit on to watch kiddies play on deck. Fence around entire yard to keep kids safe. Easy walk to beach! Only thing missing--pot holders to take casseroles out of the oven. If that's the only thing missing this house is as close to perfect as you can get.
Submitted on Oct 2, 2020
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you! We will definitely add pot holders, thank you!
Wilkinson Family Vacation
by Bahama NC
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a very nice time and the property was very nice this was our second year in this property. We were not satisfied with the club amenities in regard to the Covid restrictions and scheduling issues. It was very restrictive and difficult but employees and management did there best with a hard situation.
Submitted on Jul 28, 2020
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for the comments! Times are currently challenging, and we are trying our best to accommodate. Thank you, we hope you come back soon!!
Marsh Madness was contentment
by Cary NC
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
10 min walk to beach, great space and well equipped in kitchen.
Submitted on Jul 8, 2020
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for your review! We hope you come back soon!
Family Time at Bald Head Island
by Carthage NC
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
The home is beautiful, the location very nice. We did have some problems with communication with the realty company. We found it difficult to get answer to questions before our arrival. When we arrived, the third cart was not at the house. We were told it was being repaired and was given a loaner but only after we made the effort to go directly to the office of the realty co. and after we had spent $400 plus for another cart. The people in the office were polite and helpful but we would like to have had the info without having to track it down. I know you are not BHI Club but our experience with them dampened our experience at BHI. They were rude, and we could only reach them once for a time to swim - an expensive $850 swim that left my grown grandchildren with an extremely bad taste about the club. We are considering consulting a lawyer on their actions. Otherwise, thank you for a good week. P. Hall
Submitted on Jun 16, 2020
Response from Intracoastal Realty Corporation
Thank you for you review on Marsh Madness!! I apologize you had issues with communication, due to COVID and migrating to a new software system at the same, we had a few setbacks. I'm sorry to hear the comments about the BHI Club, I would recommend contacting the General Manager to report your concerns. Despite the cart and BHI Club issue, we are thrilled to hear you all had a good week at Marsh Madness, it is such a beautiful home. Thank you!!