Bald Head Island

Travel Guide

A wooden bridge leading to a tall lighthouse with a weathered tower, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a curved shoreline, a lighthouse, and a large body of water.
A pier extending into a calm sea at dusk with a sunset sky.
A beach with two people standing near the water's edge during sunset.
A coastal residential area with houses, a pier, and a large body of water.

Where to stay in Bald Head Island

Find the best Bald Head Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

South Beach

South Beach might not have many top sights, but Bay Beach and Oak Island Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Flora's Bluff

While Flora's Bluff might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bay Beach and Oak Island Lighthouse.

Middle Island Plantation

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Middle Island Plantation and surrounding area, you can visit Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Lighthouse.

East Beach

While there might not be top attractions in East Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Lighthouse.

West Beach

When in West Beach, you can plan a visit to Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts

Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts

Bald Head Island NC
Book a stay at this beach villa in Bald Head Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Bald Head Island Lighthouse ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"The Villa is in an amazing location— with unbeatable views. It was perfect for three of us for a girls’ trip. Conveniently located to pretty much everything on BHI. Check-in was super easy, and communication with Edie and Katie was seamless. Can’t wait for our next trip!"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts
Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this cottage in Bald Head Island. Enjoy free WiFi, tennis courts, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
"Excellent stay for the cape fear half marathon. The host was very detailed with his communication. Very cute cottage."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina
Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!

Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this vacation home in Bald Head Island. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Smith Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Lovely property, well kept, clean, and quite comfortable. Only drawback noted was the plethora of dinnerware (except for coffee cups) and lack space the store food provisions for the stay. The size was good for the two of us, but if you start housing more, it might feel cramped very well decorated ..."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts

Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts

Bald Head Island NC
Book a stay at this beach villa in Bald Head Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Bald Head Island Lighthouse ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"The Villa is in an amazing location— with unbeatable views. It was perfect for three of us for a girls’ trip. Conveniently located to pretty much everything on BHI. Check-in was super easy, and communication with Edie and Katie was seamless. Can’t wait for our next trip!"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts
Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this cottage in Bald Head Island. Enjoy free WiFi, tennis courts, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
"Excellent stay for the cape fear half marathon. The host was very detailed with his communication. Very cute cottage."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina
Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!

Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this vacation home in Bald Head Island. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Smith Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Lovely property, well kept, clean, and quite comfortable. Only drawback noted was the plethora of dinnerware (except for coffee cups) and lack space the store food provisions for the stay. The size was good for the two of us, but if you start housing more, it might feel cramped very well decorated ..."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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