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Press Photos

Bald Head Island is pleased to offer an image library for journalists' editorial use.

Each image is available for download. To view an enlarged version of the photo and a suggested caption, simply click on the thumbnail. To receive files suitable for magazine reproduction, please click on the thumbnail and fill in the required fields. The file will be emailed to the provided address. If you need additional images, please contact [email protected].

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Because these images are owned by Bald Head Island Limited and protected by copyright laws, images must be credited to Bald Head Island Limited whenever used. Recipients of photos are not permitted to make any alterations, additions or subtractions to photos.

House with White Picket Fence

Bald Head Island Limited, the on-island agency that represents the most comprehensive selection of real estate available for sale, offers new homes and home sites, shared ownership cottages, and resale homes and home sites. read more

Airshot of Housetops

The developers' philosophy of sensitive land planning ensures that all new development on Bald Head Island respects the natural surroundings. Neighborhoods are designed to accommodate homes, people and nature, not parking lots and cars. read more

Atlantic Coastline

The startling beauty of Bald Head Island’s 14 miles of Atlantic coastline attracts visitors from near and far who seek an opportunity to relax in a unique, natural environment. read more

Bait Fishing

Visitors to Bald Head Island can fish by boat for tuna and king mackerel, or simply cast a line from shore in hopes of hooking red drum, pompano, bluefish, flounder and speckled trout. read more

Bike on Beach

The slow pace of Bald Head Island offers the tranquility and relaxation believed to only exist in a time long forgotten. read more

Boardwalk

A private wooden boardwalk extends from the Shoals Club clubhouse directly to Bald Head Island’s South Beach and a public access boardwalk leads to East Beach. read more

Boat

A pleasant 20-minute passenger ferry ride transports you from the ferry terminal at Indigo Plantation and Marina in historic Southport, N.C., to the harbour at Bald Head Island, a distance of two nautical miles. read more

Boat and Harbour

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Cape Islands

Bald Head Island is the southernmost island in the string of cape islands off the coast of North Carolina, offering 14 miles of unspoiled coastline, nearly 200 acres of maritime forest and the legendary Cape Fear. read more

Challenging Course

Designed by Masters consultant George Cobb, the golf course on Bald Head Island offers one of the finest and most challenging in the Carolinas. read more

Coastal Home

In 2002, Coastal Living magazine selected this oceanfront home in Cape Fear Station as one of two Bald Head Island sites for the Coastal Living Idea Homes. The home, called The Family Reunion House, is 4,362 square feet and captures the spirit of classic read more

Coastline

The startling beauty of Bald Head Island's 14 miles of Atlantic coastline attracts visitors from near and far who seek an opportunity to relax in a unique, natural environment. read more

Cottages

On the East Beach of Bald Head Island, Captain Charlie's Station is a trio of historic cottages built in 1903 and named for the lighthouse keeper of the original Cape Fear Lighthouse, Charlie Swan. Swan lived in the cottages until his retirement in 1933 read more

Cuisine

The Shoals Club’s New American cuisine menu focuses on sumptuous local seafood and features an extensive wine list. read more

Docked Boats

The Bald Head Island 10-acre harbour with a full service marina is the perfect place to drop anchor. Surrounded by the charming Harbour Village, seafarers can take advantage of shopping, restaurants and accommodations. read more

Dunes

Bald Head Island is the northernmost semitropical environment on the East Coast and the last point at which sabal palms grow naturally. Moderated by the warm waters of the nearby Gulf Stream, the weather on Bald Head Island is generally mild year-round read more

Dusk

Dusk falls over Bald Head Island. read more

Football

Bald Head Island’s wide, unspoiled beaches are perfect for a game of catch. read more

Golf Cart

A golf cart is the perfect way to enjoy the pristine beauty of Bald Head Island's maritime forest. Dense with live oaks, dogwoods, sabal palms, cedars yaupons, wax myrtles and juniper, the maritime forest is among the most prized examples of its kind read more

Golf Cart Parade

Homeowners and visitors display their creativity and patriotism in the annual Golf Cart Parade - just one of the many festivities that comprise Bald Head Island's unique July 4th celebration. read more

Golf Course

Golfers on Bald Head Island experience the joy of the game amidst the natural beauty of rolling dunes and breath taking views of the Atlantic Ocean. read more

Grass

Bald Head Island features a stunning variety of natural environments, including ocean beach, river beach, tidal creek and maritime forest. The developers have taken careful steps to protect these treasured landscapes by dedicating 10,000 of the island read more

Grass Dunes

Bald Head Island is home to acres of protected, environmentally- sensitive preserve areas, including indigenous sea grasses that grow around the island’s many sand dunes. read more

Grass Over House

Bald Head Island is a resort and residential community accessible only by boat or ferry. Transportation on the island is limited to golf carts, bicycles and pedestrian traffic. read more

House on Golf Course

Golf carts are the main mode of transportation on Bald Head Island, where life happens at 18 mph or less. read more

House on Water

Open your window to the fresh breezes, your doors to the pleasure of canoeing, fishing, crabbing and kayaking, and your mind to the possibilities. read more

Kayaking

Kayaking is just one of the many activities families enjoy during a vacation on Bald Head Island. read more

Kids on Beach

Visitors enjoy a stroll along the Atlantic shore during one of Bald Head Island's brilliant sunsets. With beaches along its eastern, southern and western shores, Bald Head Island allows you to witness the sun both rising and setting over the Atlantic read more

Kids Playing

Bald Head Island is the perfect family vacation destination, offering a serene environment in which to spend time with loved ones without distractions. read more

Landscape

Fun-filled days settle into tranquil evenings on Bald Head Island, where every view shows off a picture-perfect landscape. read more

Lighthouse

Old Baldy Lighthouse is the tallest structure on Bald Head Island and offers a magnificent view of the whole island. read more

Lobster Kids

Homeowners and visitors display their creativity and patriotism in the annual Golf Cart Parade - just one of the many festivities that comprise Bald Head Island's unique July 4th celebration. read more

Married Couple

Bald Head Island is a popular destination for weddings. The island offers several beautiful sites for an unforgettable ceremony, including Atlantic Ocean beaches, the Common at Cape Fear Station, Harbour Village tent pavilion and the non-denominational read more

Marshes

Bald Head Island’s marshes and tidal creeks are home to many different bird and fish species. read more

Natural Surroundings

The developers' philosophy of sensitive land planning ensures that all new development on Bald Head Island respects the natural surroundings. Neighborhoods are designed to accommodate homes, people and nature, not parking lots and cars. read more

Nature Preserves

Bald Head Island features a stunning variety of natural environments, including ocean beach, river beach, salt marsh, tidal creek and maritime forest. The developers have taken careful steps to protect these treasured landscapes by dedicating 10,000 of read more

Parents with Girl

The safe and tranquil environment of Bald Head Island is the perfect getaway for families. read more

Pavilion

Bald Head Island’s Shoals Club, an $11 million oceanfront pavilion, was designed in the tradition of 19th century beach clubs, where beach-goers gathered to dance, dine and enjoy seaside pastimes. read more

Rolling Dunes

Golfers on Bald Head Island experience the joy of the game amidst the natural beauty of rolling dunes and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. read more

Sail Boats

For boating enthusiasts interested in sailing, Bald Head Island offers charters, small boat and kayak rentals, as well as sailing classes. read more

Sailing Club

The waters surrounding Bald Head Island are busy for boaters, who enjoy an annual regatta and fishing rodeo as well as a sailing club. read more

Shell

With beaches along its eastern, southern and western shores, Bald Head Island allows you to witness the sun both rising and setting over the Atlantic Ocean each day. read more

Shoals Club

The Shoals Club is the only beach club on the east coast built on a cape point, and affords views of sunrise and sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. read more

Shoals Club Dining

Dining at the Shoals Club includes an elegant 105-seat second floor dining room, as well as the Sandbar Grille, a casual open-air venue. read more

Street

Streets in Cape Fear Station are narrower than in most new developments because they are built to accommodate electric carts, bicycles and pedestrians, not automobile traffic. Throughout the neighborhood, a series of sidewalks, alleys, paths, boardwalks read more

Sunset

The sun sets over Bald Head Island and casts a warm glow over the point where the Cape Fear River meets the Atlantic Ocean, creating three distinct beach environments for visitors to enjoy. read more

Wedding Chapel

Bald Head Island is a popular destination for weddings. The island offers several beautiful sites for an unforgettable ceremony, including Atlantic Ocean beaches, The Common at Cape Fear Station, Harbourside Pavilion, the Shoals Club and the non-denominational read more

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