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4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Bald Head Island, NC
Bay Beach
Place, Bay Beach
1 min walk
Bald Head Island Conservancy
Place, Bald Head Island Conservancy
16 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve
Welcome to East Wind.
When I was a teenager in the mid 70's we would boat over to Bald Head Island, up Cape Creek and go ashore near Bluff Island. It was a quick hike on a path first made in the Civil War, thru the maritime forest to body surf on East Beach. We had so much fun playing in the emerald green waters. The waves were perfect, a beautiful Conch found with even a short walk down the beach. Bald Head Island was undiscovered country: beautiful, wild, an adventure!
Guests are amazed by the privacy and beauty of our ocean front property. A 500 foot driveway leads to East Wind. Once there one will be surrounded by the natural beauty of Bald Head. East Beach to the front, Cape Creek to the back and a 40 acre private nature preserve to enjoy exclusively. Guests see expansive natural views like one would see visiting a ranch out west, except it's at the Beach!
Watch the sunrise over East Beach, enjoy a glass of wine while the sun sets over Cape Creek, or if one is so bold, take the private nature trail and see the Bald Head I grew up with in the 70's: beautiful, wild, an adventure.
The beach experience at East Wind is unmatched. With private beach access you're just steps away from the best beach on Bald Head, East Beach. The prevailing currents on East Beach keep the muddy Cape Fear water to the south, making the waters on the beach a beautiful emerald color on most days. Also, the prevailing southwesterly wind during the summer make for beautiful wave action. The wind blows against the waves holding the crest longer. Since East Wind is at the end of East Beach drive, our property provides the most private beach experience on Bald Head Island. It's amazing.
If one likes history, you will feel right at home at East Wind. Our cottage is decorated with period antiques and has an extensive seashell collection. A cannon from 1525 guards the driveway (earliest known example of a bronze cast cannon recovered from a new world wreck. Seen in picture below). Four bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, are decorated in soft pastel colors. Three bedrooms have a queen bed. One bedroom has a double bed. Each bedroom occupies a corner of the house and provides both ocean and marsh views! The middle of the house has an open floor plan with a kitchen overlooking Cape Creek, a dining room in the center of the house, and living area with a large flat screen TV overlooks East Beach.
A bonus downstairs playroom makes for a great place to land in between trips to East Beach. The downstairs area has a nice living area, large flat screen TV, bathroom, and foosball table. This room was designed to have fun in! (Bonus playroom is connected to the house by outside stairs so it is suitable for older children or supervised younger children.)
East Wind has three golf carts, two 4 passenger golf carts, and one two passenger golf cart 'truck' great for grocery store runs, four bikes, 6 beach chairs, paper products, linens, wine / drink refrigerator etc. Temporary membership in the Shoals Club or BHI club is available for separate purchase by guest.
East Wind is a cottage and is perfect for small parties of 6 or less. We do not accept reservations for parties larger than 6.
Keywords: Ocean Front, East Beach, Private, Nature preserve
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Bald Head Island
Located in Bald Head Island, this cottage is on the beach. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Kure Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Bald Head Island Conservancy - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Locals Family Diner
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room
Oliver's on the Cape Fear
Loco Jo's Grill
Frequently asked questions
Is Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve?
As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve on Oct 18, 2026 start from $931, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ocean Front East Beach / 40 Acre Private Nature Preserve located?
Nestled on the beach, this Bald Head Island cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional
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We are so glad you share East Wind with others! We had a wonderful time. Absolutely breathtaking views, we loved how quiet it was. The house was so interesting with all the antiques, but also so cozy and comfortable.
Susan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jon B.
Jul 12, 2015
Location, location, location...
Fantastic location! Lovely home...beautiful property! Excellent attentive owner! By far...the best house I've ever rented on Bald Head Island!
Very difficult to do justice to this house. It is everything you would hope for and more, because its not only the best located house on the island, it is extremely well maintained and the Owners make you feel at home. You will not only enjoy your vacation but also experience and learn a lot about Bald Head Island history. This home and everything in it and surrounding it are a true gem.
East Wind has a great combination of privacy, beautiful views from all sides, and a well maintained house. We ate many of our meals on the covered front porch, with amazing oceanfront views and a constant breeze. We enjoyed sunset views over the marsh and explored the private nature trail.
The house was well stocked with everything we needed. Best golf carts and bikes that we've had on BHI. Our kids enjoyed having their own space in the basement. Ron is a wonderful host and provided detailed information prior to our arrival. We hope to return again in the future!
Hunter B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Warren K.
Oct 5, 2013
Amazing Property and Great owner
We had a truly wonderful week stay on Bald Head Island at East Wind. The house's pristine location and direct connection to the nature preserve make it an "exclusive" stay that we will never forget. Ron's easy going nature and quick to help demeanor made the whole rental process easy and stress free. The house has more of the feeling of going to a relative's to stay rather than simply a furnished rental, everything gives you the impression that a family story lies behind each item and decoration. The walks on the nature trail and the fishing from the pier made my son very happy. The walks along the secluded beach made me very happy. We have stayed on Bald Head a number of times over the years but this will be the most memorable stay we have ever had.
East Wind is a truly magical home and location. BHI is already remote and East Wind takes it a step further via its location as the Northeastern most home on BHI. The antiques in the home are a great touch and the books written the family that explain all of the pieces (and native wildlife) are great reads. Layout is great as well with a bedroom in each corner and a bathroom attached to each bedroom. The downstairs rec room is a bonus as well. The wraparound porch is great for viewing of the salt marsh (and sunsets over the marsh) the ocean, and the maritime forest off in the distance to the north. Amazing home and gracious host!
This location delivers on everything that I love about BHI: uncrowded beach, fishing and crabbing on the creek, and unparalleled privacy. The cottage is perfectly maintained, manicured and user-friendly. Ron was very responsive to every question. The golf carts are the best we've ever had at BHI.
This is the most amazing home we have ever stayed in at Bald Head Island. The pictures don't do this exceptional home justice, and the privacy and views are unparalleled. Ron was very responsive and the house was spotless, organized and well furnished. We didn't want to leave and really hope to return next year.
We loved being close to the wild, undeveloped coastal environment. Our host, Ron, was very friendly and helpful, and the house was so comfortable and accommodating. We look forward to our next nature retreat in this lovely place!
Wow! This is the best property on the island and it isn’t close. An absolutely one of a kind unique experience surrounded by nature. Being so close to the best beach on the island and a private nature trail is absolutely unbeatable. The house was one treasure after another. Ron was super attentive and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely be back!!
A great time was had by all at this spectacular property. I would highly recommend it!! The pictures don't adequately convey how pretty it is. Check-in and check-out was simple and stress-free. Thanks Ron!!
We had a great time at East Wind! The property manager is the best! This was our 4 th stay in this house. We saw beautiful sunrises every morning. We hope to be able to return to Bald Head and East Wind. Thank you so much!
If you love nature and the beach this is the place. Private location with both marsh and ocean just steps away. My teenagers loved having the downstairs room to hang out in. I have to admit I was a little nervous at first about all the antiques in the house but reading about the history of them was awesome. Very relaxing enjoyable week to get away from the craziness.
East Wind is truly an amazing home! With the ocean on one side and marsh on the other- the views are unbelievable! The nature trail was a hit too! The house was spotless, cozy and had everything we needed. Ron was fabulous to work with too.
This was by far the cleanest and best organized property we have ever stayed at. Being able to go out the back door to the beach or the front door to the marsh, amazing!
East Wind is hands down the best piece of property on Bald Head Island. From the nature trail to the views from the wrap around porch there are breathtaking views everywhere you look. Ron was an absolute pleasure to deal with and was very attentive to our needs. I'd highly recommend East Wind!
Wonderful property, wonderful owner. We have been going to Bald Head for over 15 years, and there is no better place to stay on the island. The home is well furnished, and the surrounding beauty is astounding.