Bald Head Island, located approximately an hour from Wilmington, NC, and an hour and a half from Myrtle Beach, SC, can only be accessed via passenger ferry or private boat. The island features 14 miles of subtropical beaches and is just a 20-minute ferry ride from Southport, NC. In addition to its stunning beaches, Bald Head Island boasts salt marshes, a maritime forest, freshwater lagoons, and untouched creeks and wetlands. What makes Bald Head Island unique is that only golf carts and bikes are allowed as transportation on the island; gasoline-powered vehicles are prohibited. With its limited transportation options and breathtaking scenery, Bald Head Island is the very definition of paradise.
There are many great features to be found in homes for sale on Bald Head Island. The majority of real estate for sale on the island offers stunning views of either the sunrise or sunset. Some properties even boast Western deck views of the Cape Fear River. If you're lucky, you may be able to find Bald Head Island real estate with upstairs living areas that maximize panoramic ocean views. Other properties overlook expansive lagoons and sections of the golf course. Don't miss out on real estate in Bald Head Island that offers great ocean views and direct beach access. And you can always count on amazing sunsets from the porches of many of these properties.