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$15,999,000

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.

9 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ 100603552 MLS

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

$899,000

Once in a while, a stunning property comes available. Tucked away on a rare and coveted stretch of Bald Head Island, on the North Carolina coast, 74 & 76 Cape Creek Road on Middle Island present a truly exceptional opportunity, two stunning lots offered together, surrounded by the ever-changing beauty of Cape Creek. Perched gracefully along the water's edge, this unique homesite captures sweeping marsh and creek views, where tidal rhythms, coastal breezes, and amazing sunrises create an unforgettable backdrop. With water on multiple sides, the property offers a sense of privacy and tranquility that is increasingly hard to find, making it ideal for a signature island retreat. Imagine designing a custom home that fully embraces the natural surroundings, expansive porches, panoramic windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, all oriented to take in the serene vistas and abundant wildlife that define life on Bald Head Island. Whether you envision a private family compound or a spacious estate with room to breathe, these combined lots provide the flexibility and scale to bring your vision to life. Located just moments from the island's pristine beaches, maritime forests, and world-class amenities, this offering pairs seclusion with convenience in one of the island's most picturesque settings. Create your dream island escape in one of Bald Head Island's most picturesque and peaceful settings. Contact BHI Club to ask about memberships.

100568495 MLS

Once in a while, a stunning property comes available. Tucked away on a rare and coveted stretch of Bald Head Island, on the North Carolina coast, 74 & 76 Cape Creek Road on Middle Island present a truly exceptional opportunity, two stunning lots offered together, surrounded by the ever-changing beauty of Cape Creek. Perched gracefully along the water's edge, this unique homesite captures sweeping marsh and creek views, where tidal rhythms, coastal breezes, and amazing sunrises create an unforgettable backdrop. With water on multiple sides, the property offers a sense of privacy and tranquility that is increasingly hard to find, making it ideal for a signature island retreat. Imagine designing a custom home that fully embraces the natural surroundings, expansive porches, panoramic windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, all oriented to take in the serene vistas and abundant wildlife that define life on Bald Head Island. Whether you envision a private family compound or a spacious estate with room to breathe, these combined lots provide the flexibility and scale to bring your vision to life. Located just moments from the island's pristine beaches, maritime forests, and world-class amenities, this offering pairs seclusion with convenience in one of the island's most picturesque settings. Create your dream island escape in one of Bald Head Island's most picturesque and peaceful settings. Contact BHI Club to ask about memberships.

74/76 Cape Creek Rd, Bald Head Island

$6,000,000

Tucked at the quiet end of Middle Island, this extraordinary offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire nine contiguous homesites encompassing a sweeping stretch of Bald Head Island's pristine marshfront. Thoughtfully assembled and offered as a single estate purchase, the property captures the essence of Lowcountry coastal living--unspoiled, expansive, and remarkably private. Overlooking a winding network of tidal creeks and vibrant salt marsh, the land offers panoramic water views that shift beautifully with the light and tides. From sunrise reflections across the marsh grasses to golden-hour skies over the distant Cape Fear River, the setting is both tranquil and dynamic. The natural landscape is rich with native vegetation and mature maritime forest, creating a sense of seclusion while still allowing for thoughtfully positioned homes to take full advantage of the views. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, a legacy purchase, or a curated residential enclave, the flexibility of nine individual lots provides a unique blend of scale and optionality rarely found on Bald Head Island. The location offers a peaceful retreat removed from the island's busier areas, yet remains convenient to beaches, the marina, and club amenities. This is a generational opportunity to secure a substantial piece of Bald Head Island's coastal beauty--where water, sky, and marsh converge in one of the island's most serene and captivating settings.

100566616 MLS

Tucked at the quiet end of Middle Island, this extraordinary offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire nine contiguous homesites encompassing a sweeping stretch of Bald Head Island's pristine marshfront. Thoughtfully assembled and offered as a single estate purchase, the property captures the essence of Lowcountry coastal living--unspoiled, expansive, and remarkably private. Overlooking a winding network of tidal creeks and vibrant salt marsh, the land offers panoramic water views that shift beautifully with the light and tides. From sunrise reflections across the marsh grasses to golden-hour skies over the distant Cape Fear River, the setting is both tranquil and dynamic. The natural landscape is rich with native vegetation and mature maritime forest, creating a sense of seclusion while still allowing for thoughtfully positioned homes to take full advantage of the views. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, a legacy purchase, or a curated residential enclave, the flexibility of nine individual lots provides a unique blend of scale and optionality rarely found on Bald Head Island. The location offers a peaceful retreat removed from the island's busier areas, yet remains convenient to beaches, the marina, and club amenities. This is a generational opportunity to secure a substantial piece of Bald Head Island's coastal beauty--where water, sky, and marsh converge in one of the island's most serene and captivating settings.

87 Cape Creek Rd, Bald Head Island

$683,000

Wide marshfront views • Exceptional privacy • Beautifully proportioned homesite With its broad marsh frontage and beautifully wooded approach, 83 Cape Creek Road offers an inviting canvas for a home designed to immerse you in Bald Head Island's natural beauty. This spacious lot overlooks a striking stretch of Cape Creek, where sculpted tidal channels and wide-open marsh plains create an ever-changing backdrop of color, wildlife, and reflected sky. The homesite sits slightly elevated and offers a more intimate, tucked-away feel than many parcels, with mature trees framing open water views to the west and southwest. It's ideally positioned for a residence that captures afternoon light, dramatic sunsets, and breezy outdoor living spaces oriented toward the marsh. With access to Middle Island's private dock, kayak launch, and tranquil natural environment, this property provides a setting that blends seclusion with adventure—perfect for those seeking a slower pace and a front-row seat to one of the island's most captivating ecosystems. Serene, spacious, and rich with possibility, 83 Cape Creek Road is an exceptional opportunity to build with nature as your daily inspiration.

100544179 MLS

Wide marshfront views • Exceptional privacy • Beautifully proportioned homesite With its broad marsh frontage and beautifully wooded approach, 83 Cape Creek Road offers an inviting canvas for a home designed to immerse you in Bald Head Island's natural beauty. This spacious lot overlooks a striking stretch of Cape Creek, where sculpted tidal channels and wide-open marsh plains create an ever-changing backdrop of color, wildlife, and reflected sky. The homesite sits slightly elevated and offers a more intimate, tucked-away feel than many parcels, with mature trees framing open water views to the west and southwest. It's ideally positioned for a residence that captures afternoon light, dramatic sunsets, and breezy outdoor living spaces oriented toward the marsh. With access to Middle Island's private dock, kayak launch, and tranquil natural environment, this property provides a setting that blends seclusion with adventure—perfect for those seeking a slower pace and a front-row seat to one of the island's most captivating ecosystems. Serene, spacious, and rich with possibility, 83 Cape Creek Road is an exceptional opportunity to build with nature as your daily inspiration.

83 Cape Creek Rd, Bald Head Island

$595,000

Signature waterfront perspective • Expansive building envelope • Incredible marshfront setting Positioned on one of Middle Island's most stunning stretches of Cape Creek, 85 Cape Creek Road offers a homesite that feels truly set apart. The property's generous width and gently curving rear boundary open onto an extraordinary sweep of tidal marsh and creek, with long, unbroken vistas across the preserved wetlands toward Bald Head's protected maritime forest. From an elevated build, you can potentially capture dramatic, panoramic views, where winding water channels glow at sunrise and the marsh grasses shift with every season. Nestled within mature hardwoods and pines, the lot provides natural privacy while still offering ample flexibility for a thoughtfully scaled residence, outdoor living terraces, and boardwalk-style pathways. Middle Island property owners enjoy access to the private boat and kayak launch, a quiet dock on the creek, and miles of serene natural surroundings unique to this side of Bald Head Island. Timeless, peaceful, and visually spectacular, 85 Cape Creek Road presents one of the most inspiring opportunities to create a custom coastal retreat on the island.

100544149 MLS

Signature waterfront perspective • Expansive building envelope • Incredible marshfront setting Positioned on one of Middle Island's most stunning stretches of Cape Creek, 85 Cape Creek Road offers a homesite that feels truly set apart. The property's generous width and gently curving rear boundary open onto an extraordinary sweep of tidal marsh and creek, with long, unbroken vistas across the preserved wetlands toward Bald Head's protected maritime forest. From an elevated build, you can potentially capture dramatic, panoramic views, where winding water channels glow at sunrise and the marsh grasses shift with every season. Nestled within mature hardwoods and pines, the lot provides natural privacy while still offering ample flexibility for a thoughtfully scaled residence, outdoor living terraces, and boardwalk-style pathways. Middle Island property owners enjoy access to the private boat and kayak launch, a quiet dock on the creek, and miles of serene natural surroundings unique to this side of Bald Head Island. Timeless, peaceful, and visually spectacular, 85 Cape Creek Road presents one of the most inspiring opportunities to create a custom coastal retreat on the island.

85 Cape Creek Rd, Bald Head Island

$399,000

Middle Island is a world unto itself! Peaceful, serene, ''off the grid'' so to speak. MI provides a beautiful cacophony of natures music. The beautiful colors of nature's artwork dance across the marsh creek at sunset. And, from some areas, the powerful roar of the ocean calls you home. This lot boasts ideal views of the marsh creek. Beautiful trees and excellent site location. MI has a private dock and beach entrance.

100477508 MLS

Middle Island is a world unto itself! Peaceful, serene, ''off the grid'' so to speak. MI provides a beautiful cacophony of natures music. The beautiful colors of nature's artwork dance across the marsh creek at sunset. And, from some areas, the powerful roar of the ocean calls you home. This lot boasts ideal views of the marsh creek. Beautiful trees and excellent site location. MI has a private dock and beach entrance.

16 Dogwood Ridge Rd, Bald Head Island