Bald Head Island Homes for Sale

Bald Head Island Homes for Sale

Welcome to Bald Head Island, a hidden gem nestled off the coast of North Carolina in Brunswick County. This enchanting island is a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a laid-back lifestyle. Accessible only by ferry, Bald Head Island offers a unique escape from the hustle and bustle of mainland life, making it an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and a strong sense of community.

With its pristine beaches, lush maritime forests, and stunning salt marshes, Bald Head Island is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Spend your days basking in the sun on the sandy shores, exploring the island’s scenic trails, or embarking on a kayak adventure through the serene waterways. The island is also home to the historic Old Baldy Lighthouse, which stands as a testament to the island’s storied past and offers breathtaking views from its summit.

For those considering a move to this idyllic locale, you’ll be delighted to discover a variety of homes for sale. From charming beach cottages to luxurious waterfront estates, Bald Head Island’s real estate market offers something for everyone. Each property boasts unique architectural styles and is surrounded by the island’s stunning natural landscapes. Whether you’re looking for a vacation home or a permanent residence, you’ll find the perfect retreat to create lasting memories with family and friends.

Discover the magic of Bald Head Island and explore the homes for sale that could be your next sanctuary in this coastal paradise. Embrace the island lifestyle and make every day a vacation in this beautiful corner of North Carolina!

Newest Bald Head Island Homes for Sale

$1,599,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100606739 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,200 SqFt. ⋅ 2002 Year Built
Five bedrooms, four baths, walk-out golf course views, and an expansive screened porch set the stage for this beautifully updated and professionally decorated Bald Head Island home. Situated on a prime golf course lot, the home offers a thoughtfully designed layout, exceptional outdoor living, and beautiful views across the course. A Shoals Club membership is available for separate purchase, inquire about BHIC club membership opportunities. The primary suite is conveniently located on the first-floor main living level, offering comfort and privacy. With one additional bedroom on the ground floor and three more upstairs there is abundant space for family and guests or outstanding rental potential. The well-appointed kitchen features Café appliances, generous cabinetry, ample workspace, and an open connection to the living and dining areas. One of the home's signature features is the screened in porch spanning the full width of the main floor. With generous areas for both outdoor living and dining, this impressive space feels like a true extension of the home. Step directly outside to the golf course setting and enjoy beautiful views from the porch and surrounding outdoor spaces. Upstairs, one of the guest bedrooms opens onto its own private porch, creating another peaceful spot to enjoy the surroundings. The additional bedrooms are bright and inviting, with charming architectural details, generous storage, and well-appointed baths. A dedicated laundry room adds everyday convenience, while the detached garage provides valuable additional storage and flexibility. With five bedrooms, four baths, a first-floor primary suite, recent updates, professional décor, Café appliances, expansive screened in outdoor living, and a walk-out golf course setting, this home offers a wonderful combination of comfort and coastal style. Centrally located on Bald Head Island, it provides convenient access to all the island has to offer while maintaining the peaceful feel of its beautiful golf course location.

17 Sabal Palm Trl, Bald Head Island
$1,090,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100605840 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,902 SqFt. ⋅ 1985 Year Built
Sweeping views of the 9th hole of the Bald Head Island Club provide the backdrop for 8 Royal Tern Court, an original 1985 ''Generator Society'' home with classic Bald Head Island character. The reverse floor plan places the main living spaces upstairs, where an open-concept kitchen, living and dining area is filled with natural light and opens to a covered side patio. The home features four bedrooms and two full baths, with two bedrooms and one bath on each level, creating a comfortable and flexible layout for family and guests. Enjoy the home as it is today or make thoughtful updates over time to suit your own style. A full equity Bald Head Island Club membership and Shoals Club membership are each available for separate purchase.

8 Royal Tern Ct, Bald Head Island
$12,000,000
6 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 100605595 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 6,356 SqFt. ⋅ 2023 Year Built
There are oceanfront homes, and then there are homes designed around the ocean. Set along the dunes of East Beach, 188 Station House Way offers an extraordinary coastal retreat with approximately 6,350 total heated square feet between the main residence and crofter, eight total bedrooms, eight full baths and two half baths. Designed with a reverse floor plan to place its primary living spaces above the dunes, the home captures remarkable panoramic views of the Atlantic--including sweeping vistas toward Frying Pan Shoals--from interiors and expansive porches created to keep the ocean at the center of daily life. The upper level is the heart of the residence. Coffered and tongue-and-groove ceilings bring architectural character overhead while an ocean-facing living room features a gas-log fireplace, custom built-ins and sliding doors opening directly onto the broad wraparound porch. Here, indoor and outdoor living flow naturally together... from the first light across the Atlantic to the last glow settling over the island, the changing sky becomes part of the architecture itself. The adjacent dining room offers seating for twelve with built-in cabinetry and a dedicated coffee bar. Designed for both serious cooking and effortless entertaining, the kitchen features custom soft-close cabinetry with dovetail construction, quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash and an oversized island with prep sink and seating for four. A commercial-grade seven-burner gas range with two ovens, dual dishwashers and integrated refrigeration provide substantial capacity, while a separate scullery keeps preparation and cleanup tucked conveniently away. Also on the upper level, the primary suite creates a private retreat of its own. The bedroom opens to a private front balcony and is accompanied by a generous walk-in closet and beautifully appointed bath with separate vanities, soaking tub and large multi-head tile-and-glass shower. An elevator connects both levels of the main residence. The first floor was designed with family and guests in mind. Five bedrooms each enjoy an ensuite bath, allowing everyone their own private space. A generous front foyer/parlor welcomes arrivals, while the large rear game room--with paneled walls and built-ins--provides another gathering place just steps from the covered porch. A wet bar and substantial laundry room with extensive cabinetry, island workspace, two washing machines and two dryers add the practical infrastructure a home of this scale deserves. Separate from the main residence, the detached three-car garage is topped by a two-bedroom, two-bath crofter arranged as two distinct guest spaces, each with its own entrance and ensuite bath. It is a particularly thoughtful configuration for extended family or guests who appreciate both connection and independence. Outside, multiple covered porches and balconies invite life into the salt air. Professionally landscaped grounds frame a winding paver drive, while a private wooden walkway extends from the rear of the home across the protected dunes toward East Beach. Along the way, an octagonal coastal outbuilding offers convenient storage for the pieces of island life that inevitably follow you home from the water. For all its scale, 188 Station House Way never loses sight of what makes an island home special. There are places to gather and places to retreat; room for a full house and spaces quiet enough for one. Above it all are the porches, the dunes and the Atlantic--always reminding you exactly where you are. Refundable Lifestyle BHIC membership and Shoals Club membership available for separate purchase.

188 Station House Way, Bald Head Island
$2,999,999
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 100605596 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,578 SqFt. ⋅ 2027 Year Built
A fresh expression of island architecture is coming to 105 Edward Teach Wynd. Designed and built by ultra-luxury builder Schiano Development, well known for exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and uncompromising attention to detail, this 2,578-square-foot, four-bedroom home brings an elevated standard to a beautiful setting along the Bald Head Island Club golf course. From the first approach, the home makes a distinctive impression with layered rooflines, graceful architectural curves, generous porches, and carefully considered exterior details. Inside, the floor plan perfectly balances openness with intentionally defined spaces. The main level centers around a spacious kitchen and living area designed for gathering, offering a seamless connection to the rear covered porch and outdoor living spaces. A generous first-floor primary suite offers privacy and convenience, complemented by a thoughtfully planned primary bath and walk-in closet. A dedicated mudroom, powder room, and attached garage add everyday functionality without compromising the home's refined aesthetic. Upstairs, two guest suites and a dedicated bunk room create comfortable accommodations for family and guests, while a separate sitting area provides additional space to gather or retreat. Throughout the home, distinctive ceiling treatments, custom architectural elements, thoughtfully placed windows, and curated finishes add depth and character. The golf-course location offers a wonderful balance of natural surroundings and convenience to the many experiences that define Bald Head Island. Beach accesses, the Bald Head Island Club, the Maritime Market, restaurants, shops, and island amenities are all easily accessible. With generous covered outdoor living, a thoughtfully designed four-bedroom floor plan, and a premier setting, 105 Edward Teach Wynd presents an exciting opportunity to own a newly constructed residence by one of the island's premier builders. BHI Lifestyle Transferable Non Refundable Membership Initation Fee is included with asking price..

105 Edward Teach Wynd, Bald Head Island
$1,145,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100605572 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,172 SqFt. ⋅ 1985 Year Built
A rare coastal sanctuary awaits at Villa 41, a premier oceanfront villa on Bald Head Island. Designed to frame panoramic, unobstructed ocean views, the open-concept living spaces and primary suite offer an unmatched backdrop for island living. Spend your evenings on the private deck watching dolphins and ships pass against the setting sun. The main floor hosts a serene primary suite with sweeping vistas and an en-suite bath, alongside a second bedroom and additional bath. Upstairs, a private third bedroom serves as a quiet retreat, complete with a half bath and a deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Complete with a renovated kitchen, new exterior siding and paint, a lower grilling deck, a new roof (2019), and 6-passenger golf cart, this home offers the ultimate turn-key island lifestyle just steps from the beach and the Bald Head Island Club. A Refundable Lifestyle Membership in the Bald Head Island Club is available for separate purchase.

305 S Bald Head Wynd Unit Unit 41, Bald Head Island
$1,275,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100605188 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,148 SqFt. ⋅ 1999 Year Built
SECLUDED GOLF COURSE HOME! This comfortable home on a very private street is nestled in the Maritime Forest and has spectacular views of the 11th fairway on the BHI Club Course. Resting on two oversized homesites (.71 acres) and bordering a lagoon, this is one of only a few golf course homesites that actually abuts the golf course. A third homesite that borders the property may be available for an additional cost. The first floor of the home contains the living area, kitchen, and master bedroom with en suite bathroom. The second floor is home to two additional bedrooms and a flex area currently being used as an office and sleeping area with a day bed. Sit on the large wrap around porch and watch the golfers try to reach the green in two on this picturesque par 5. Enjoy dinner on the porch as you listen to the quiet sounds of the Maritime Forest. The property includes a second two-cart garage with an attached covered boat storage area. The original garage can be used as a workshop or fishing quarters. Architectural plans for an addition of a one-bedroom guest house with additional decking connecting to the main house have been previously approved by the Architectural Review Committee. The home is tastefully furnished and comes with two golf carts. A non-refundable Lifestyle Membership in the BHI Club may be available.

61 Fort Holmes Trl, Bald Head Island
$2,275,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100604801 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,402 SqFt. ⋅ 1990 Year Built
Welcome to the ultimate Bald Head Island beach house. Perfectly positioned to capture sunrise and sunset from the same address, this beautifully updated home is bright, sunny, and dressed in designer decor throughout. With beautiful ocean views, multiple covered porches and sundecks, and the beach just a short walk away, this is an easy, inviting island retreat with plenty of room for family and friends. The reverse floorplan places living spaces up top to take full advantage of the beautiful Atlantic Ocean views. Every bedroom offers access to a porch or sundeck, creating the relaxed indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defines a great beach house. Elevated on pilings, the outdoor living continues at ground level where you will find a generous sandy area beneath the home. Shaded, casual and perfect for rinsing off after the beach, letting the kids play, or simply relaxing out of the sun. Recent improvements include new siding and fresh exterior paint as well as a new upper deck. A minor renovation expanded the primary suite to include a dedicated home office for extended stays or working remotely from the island. This space would also function beautifully as a locked owner's space if renting. Adding to the home's move-in-ready appeal, it is being offered furnished with very few exclusions. One golf cart conveys and an Equity BHI Club Lifestyle Membership is available for separate purchase.

406 S Bald Head Wynd, Bald Head Island
$2,549,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100603671 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,022 SqFt. ⋅ 1994 Year Built
Perched on Bald Head's high dunes, enjoying Atlantic seascapes, this roomy six-bedroom, four-bath home is ideal for families. Open the striking mahogany front door to this retreat's open floor plan featuring Brazilian cherry hardwoods. To your left, an oversize dining space is furnished with a table for ten and opens onto a front screen porch. The adjacent kitchen's breakfast bar offers four more seats and egress to the sunny, screened dining porch. Relish alfresco feasting while savoring meals and water vistas. The gourmet kitchen boasts stunning granite counters, bead board cabinets, stainless appliances and wine storage. Nearby, the spacious living area is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and begs for large gatherings. Down a short hallway, a natural-light-filled King Master suite bestows ocean views when you awake. Step through your private access to the front screened porch or luxuriate in the pampering ensuite with a dual granite vanity, sunken garden tub and oversize tiled shower. Another hallway leads to a sunny corner Queen bedroom with dune wildlife perspectives and private access to the hall Jack-and-Jill full bath. Tucked farther down a hall and up a few steps, another very private King bedroom, with a vaulted ceiling, also uses the hall bath. In addition, this level houses the laundry and access to the two-cart garage with a six- and a four-passenger cart. Upstairs, the bright Grand King Master-with its large flat screen, sofa, game table and ensuite-proffers South Beach panoramas inside and on its generous sun deck. This floor also provides two sunlit ocean-side Queen bedrooms, each with amazing views and glass doors to the sundeck. They share the hall bath. The landing on this floor tenders built-ins and entrée to a generous, serene back screened porch-furnished with a hammock and another dining table. Nap away the afternoon or revel in your own quiet time. Full equity membership to the BHI Club . Sold furnished with minimal exclusions.

9 Indian Blanket Ct, Bald Head Island
$15,999,000
9 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ 100603552 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 6,713 SqFt. ⋅ 2009 Year Built
There are homes that occupy remarkable places, and there are homes that seem to belong to them. Set along the dunes of Bald Head Island's East Beach, 11 East Beach Drive is a singular oceanfront estate conceived with a scale, permanence & architectural grace rarely encountered on the island. Designed by Cothran Harris & built by Telesis, the property unfolds across approximately one acre as a private coastal compound, where the Atlantic is both backdrop & constant presence. From arrival, the estate reveals itself gradually. Mature coastal landscaping surrounds a collection of shingled structures connected by porches, decks & outdoor living spaces. Deep rooflines, weathered shingles & thoughtful architectural details give the property a timeless quality, while its arrangement across the site creates something increasingly rare: space, privacy & room to gather. Inside the main residence, craftsmanship takes center stage. A soaring barrel-vaulted great room pairs extensive custom millwork & dark hardwood floors with walls of windows overlooking the protected dunes & ocean. Above, a graceful curved gallery follows the architecture before culminating in an arched window that frames sea & sky like artwork. The kitchen was created for a home meant to be genuinely enjoyed, w/ generous work surfaces, custom cabinetry, substantial cooking & refrigeration capacity, multiple work zones & distinctive tilework. Nearby dining & gathering spaces maintain an effortless connection to the ocean beyond. Throughout the residence, generous rooms coexist w/ intimate retreats. Bedrooms & living areas are thoughtfully distributed, allowing a house full of family& friends to gather comfortably without surrendering privacy. That philosophy extends beyond the main residence. Separate guest accommodations provide living & sleeping spaces of their own, creating exceptional flexibility for extended family & guests while remaining connected to the larger estate. Rather than feeling like accessory spaces, they contribute to the property's unmistakable sense of being a true private compound. Expansive covered & screened porches extend the architecture toward the landscape. An open-air kitchen & gathering area offers substantial cabinetry, grilling station, custom hood & island seating beneath an exposed-beam ceiling. Elsewhere, broad decking links the estate's structures around a remarkable outdoor living environment anchored by a dramatic stone fireplace & covered dining pavilion. These are not incidental porches added to an oceanfront home; they are integral living spaces designed for the way life is actually enjoyed on Bald Head Island. French doors stand open between indoors & out. Rocking chairs face the dunes. Morning light arrives over the Atlantic. Evenings can move naturally from dinner beneath the pavilion to conversation around the fireplace while the ocean sounds beyond the dune line. Approximately one acre along East Beach affords the rare luxury of room to breathe. Broad protected dunes create a beautiful natural foreground between the residence & Atlantic, while the property's scale allows landscaping, structures & gathering spaces to exist without crowding one another. Despite the estate's considerable size, the result feels remarkably private & intimate. Built in 2009 & held by its original owners, 11 East Beach carries an intentionality that photographs & measurements alone cannot fully communicate. Curves repeat. Sightlines have purpose. Materials transition naturally from one space to another. Architecture, landscape & setting speak the same language. It is a home designed not merely for spectacular weekends, but for generations of them--for children & grandchildren, old friends & new traditions, quiet mornings & crowded tables. 11 East Beach Drive is more than a residence on the ocean. It is a Bald Head Island estate in the fullest sense of the word--and an opportunity unlikely to be repeated.

11 E Beach Dr, Bald Head Island
$1,599,700
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100601342 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,529 SqFt. ⋅ 2022 Year Built
Tucked into the Maritime Forest in sought-after Keepers Landing, this beautifully reimagined four-bedroom retreat offers privacy, comfort, and an exceptionally thorough renovation. The main house underwent a complete renovation, including all-new electrical wiring, plumbing, mechanical systems, fixtures, finishes, and a redesigned floor plan that creates an open, inviting connection between the kitchen, dining, and living areas. A gas fireplace anchors the living room, while the adjoining screened porch provides a peaceful setting overlooking the Maritime Forest. The dining area comfortably seats up to ten beneath a dramatic vaulted ceiling accented by beautiful exposed wood beams. The main level includes a guest bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bath. Upstairs, the primary suite features a king bed and private bath, while the bunk room offers two twin beds, a double bed, and its own en-suite bath. This level also includes a dedicated entertainment area ideal for movies, games, puzzles, or quiet reading, along with a conveniently located laundry room. A separate crofter provides the fourth bedroom, with a queen bed and a renovated en-suite bath -- an ideal private retreat for guests. The crofter roof was replaced and its bathroom renovated in 2022. Located above the cart garage, the crofter also offers convenient access to the outdoor shower and storage for bicycles, beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys. Offered furnished with exclusions. Please inquire regarding available Club memberships.

6 Keypost Ct, Bald Head Island
$2,349,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100601157 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,246 SqFt. ⋅ 2003 Year Built
Imagine having a unique chance to own a home on the Marsh side of the island, complete with a private dock! The reverse plan offers three stories of living space with three bedrooms on the first floor, the cozy living room space and kitchen on the second floor and then the top tier holds the primary bedroom and bath suite. Each bedroom, kitchen, and living room opens up to decks and porches, perfect for enjoying family and friends while soaking in the beautiful marsh views. In addition, the separate two cart garage holds a crofter suite complete with a full bath. This home is being sold furnished with minor exclusions Inquire about BHI Club Membership.

1 Boathouse Tract, Bald Head Island
$1,595,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100598119 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,529 SqFt. ⋅ 1996 Year Built
Flush with Architectural Style and resembling a Historic Coastal Retreat is the home at 26 Cape Fear Trail on Bald Head Island. Situated on over a half-acre of land and steps from a beach access that overlooks the Cape Fear River, this maritime home is definitely a unique find. Lush landscaping invites you down a long drive to the entry courtyard. A detached cart barn houses two golf carts that convey with the home. The antique-like entry door welcomes you into the comfortable open concept living space complete with dining area, well-appointed kitchen, large walk-in pantry with laundry, and a cozy family room with wood burning fireplace. A screened porch completes the living spaces bringing the outdoors in. Just around the corner is the in-law suite boasting a sitting room, screened porch, and bedroom suite with plenty of storage and full bath. A quaint powder room finishes off this floor. Upstairs you'll find two spacious guest rooms that share a nautical-like full bath. The front guest room also boasts a loft and private balcony. The main bedroom suite has a dressing nook, relaxing bathroom, office nook, private balcony, and plenty of storage. The grand finale of this classical real estate overture comes at the top of a winding stairway where you'll take a ladder to open a ceiling hatch to access the Widow's Walk. From here you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Caswell Beach Lighthouse, Old Baldy Lighthouse, Cape Fear River, Atlantic Ocean, and all of the beauty and nature that Bald Head Island offers to those who come here to refresh and rejuvenate. The home comes fully furnished. There is also a refundable BHI Club Lifestyle Membership that will need to be purchased with the home. Other great features include an under house boat storage area and separate work room. It's not a dream; this property could be yours...

26 Cape Fear Trl, Bald Head Island
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