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BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!!

Cottage in Bald Head Island with private pool and kitchen

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Bald Head Diamond@ BHI
6A Leeward Court in the Harbor
Welcome to 'Bald Head Diamond' your couple's getaway destination!
Quiet Moments for Two on the screened porch Bald Head Diamond :)
Shaded but well lit screen porch facing Bald Head Creek
Zinc Table for Cocktails and Appetizers on the Grill

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bald Head Island Lighthouse
  • Place, Bald Head Island Country Club
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!!

Our home is ready and willing to host couples wanting to getaway and have a fully furnished private cottage on Bald head Island. We have a completely stocked kitchen, 2 full baths, screened porch and living area on the lower level; upstairs balcony off the master with views of the Bald Head Creek. The master bedroom has a new Pottery Barn King size bed for our guests. This Island jewel has been completely renovated with Pottery Barn furniture, accessories and linens. We have a 4 seat golf cart for your transportation needs.
Our home is located in The Harbor Village district of BHI. Many amenities are available by a short walk. The Village is the center of recreational activities, such as stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, and canoeing. There are several restaurants, Old Baldy our resident lighthouse, The Bald Head Island Chapel, and beach accesses 1,2, and 3.
Our home is constantly monitored by security cameras for the safety of our guests and our property. Views by the cameras are those similar to views from public spaces in the street and otherwise.
As the home owns Membership at The Shoals Club, our guests have the optional amenity to purchase a Temporary Guest Memberships directly with The Club through registering on their Website. The Club then authenticates with us as to whether a booking is in place with our property.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Government issued photo ID required to book.
Firearms and weapons are not allowed in this home or the ferry that services the Island.
No commercial activities may occur (examples are florist, photographer,caterer).

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number xpkzx4fk3t

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located in Bald Head Island, this cottage is by the ocean. Some of the area's popular attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Bald Head Island Visitors Center - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bald Head Island Lighthouse - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Southport Marina - 37 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 49 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy Cafe
  • Oliver's on the Cape Fear
  • Frying Pan
  • Provision Company
  • ‪Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!! located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bald Head Island Visitors Center, Bay Beach and Smith Island Museum of History. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Kent Mitchell Nature Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but perfect for couple. Comfortable and nicely decorated. Kitchen is fully equipped. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

annette e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described. Cozy, convenient, and easy walk to ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute cozy space for two! We were there for a wedding and the BH Diamond was ideal distance for welcome party at Jules, wedding chapel and BHI golf club. We would go back again without wedding obligations
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time staying at Bald Head Diamond and we loved it just as much as the first time. Perfect for a two people and the walkability to everything in the marina is awesome. Very clean and comfortable and the upstairs deck has amazing views. We would have liked to have had 2 chairs on the screened porch but that was the only issue we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Little Place

Had a great time on the island, running Badwater Ultra Marathon. The place was perfect. Kitchen had everything to cook in for meals and the location was great! Would stay again fore sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage

Location and design was perfect beach getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Bald Head Get Away

Our second visit here to this cozy and quaint cottage on BHI. Great location and always charming and clean. It's a wonderful place for 2 people to stay on BHI. Wow will go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Beautiful property for a romantic getaway, tastefully decorated, situated close to the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage!

Very cute and clean cottage at BHI! Can’t wait to go back! Great neighborhood by the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Fall Getaway

Favorite parts of home were the screened in porch and the upper deck. Beautiful views of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honey moon stay

Top notch stay and communication with Hugh was excellent. House was clean and has everthing you need .We absolutely loved it , adorable and was perfect for our honeymoon . Golf cart was exceptionally a plus on bhi - . Cant wait to book again soon !:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage on a remote tropical island

All the privacy you could imagine in a island paradise just minutes from the mainland. Wonderful shopping and restaurants with beautiful beaches. Baldhead Diamond had everything we needed for a week of relaxation with all of the comforts of a special hide away. Will definitely go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable little house

Very pleasant. Quiet, close to restaurants, ferry, water, like lighthouse. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the most memorable experiences ever!

The property and island were absolutely breathtaking! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and had such an amazing and peaceful time. Thanks Hugh!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

We had a great weekend away and couldn’t recommend this beautiful home more! We love the coast of New England and definitely felt like the house had the coastal cottage charm. We had some questions & Hugh was very responsive. Couldn’t recommend the home more!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Covid Get Away (pun intended)

Loved this property! Great location with beautiful view over marsh. Close to marina, but very quiet, peaceful, and elegant. Everything was convenient, clean, comfortable, and owners were above and beyond attentive and gracious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Gem

A lovely place, tastefully decorated with everything for a relaxing stay. We enjoyed our morning coffee and beautiful view on the screened porch, and impressive evening views on the upstairs deck. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location

Would stay there again because of the location on a dead end street.but close to harbor. Amenities were good. Bathrooms were smaller than anticipated. Otherwise, very comfortable. Upstairs balcony view of lovely marsh.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We found this unit to be in a perfect location, walkable from the marina where the ferry arrives. Dining and shopping choices are within a short walk, and the golf cart is convenient for the rest of the island. The unit is relatively small but more than comfortable for two people. The owner is quick to respond to inquiries and provided clear and thorough instructions before our stay. We would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Griffin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved our stay!

This was the best place for our long weekend in Bald Head! The space was perfect and had everything you could need. The owner provided a few bottles of water, coffee with cream and sugar packets, and even basic cooking spices. It is within walking distance to a few restaurants and a coffee shop if you and close to the ferry landing so we were the first drop off the tram! We will definitely be back. :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WONDERFUL little cottage

My wife and I arrived by boat and had a one block walk to this lovely little cottage. If you enjoy "cottage chic" and "tiny home" culture, then this is the place! Thoughtful details throughout, lots of character, and a very well stocked kitchen - Hugh even had Keuirig pods and half-and-half in the fridge. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

cheryl d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

33 yrs

Everything perfect!!!! Everything it said it would be!! Plan on coming back in fall. If you’re look for character and comfort this is the place. ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIAH B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect BHI Cottage

My husband and I spent several nights at this adorable cottage in late June. The cottage was perfectly appointed with everything from beach chairs to water bottles. The location exceeded our expectations. There is a fantastic view of the Marsh from the balcony off of the bedroom! It is very evident that the owners paid attention to every detail of this property- it is extremely comfortable! My husband and I have been traveling to bald head for over two decades and this is by far one of our favorite rentals!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bald Head perfection

We went to BHI for the first time, to celebrate our anniversary. The Diamond was perfect—morning coffee on the balcony, evening wine and snacks on the screen porch. (kitchen was stocked with coffee and cream ready to go. thank you thank you!!!) The king bed was divine and loved having a bathroom both up- and downstairs. Golf cart was great for getting around and we really appreciated the beach chairs and towels for our trips to swim :) Can’t say enough good things about this little gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Deborah B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Shortcomings

The lockbox on the front porch was difficult to locate, requiring a phone call to the owner. The property's windows were dirty and some of the ceiling fans were badly rusted. The treads on the front steps were not secure. The property listing showed a "private pool" as an amenity. In reality, the pool was at the far end of the island, was not "private" but part of a resort, and there was an admission cost. The listing was deceptive at best, dishonest at worst.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hugh Powell

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Why they chose this property

Totally unique for this Island. To look at it you would swear you were on Cape Cod or Martha's Vineyard. The home was built and designed by the Boston based, Dan Costa the go-to architect when the Island was first being formed into a thriving community. He also has designed 'The Tijuca Tower' sitting across the Harbor and was the architect for The Shoals Club.
We love it for its completeness but its compact nature. It is a complete home and hard to believe it is only 500 square feet. You will swear someone measured wrong when you are inside and see its completeness. The stairs to the sleeping level are very, very unique and those who are challenged to walk are dissuaded from being our guests.
They are 'boat house steps' and somewhat difficult to first traverse. After your first try its a piece of cake. Check out the pictures. They are alternating steps.

What makes this property unique

Being in The Harbor was a quest that this little jewel, our 'Diamond', gave us. It is just so cozy and intimate we really feel good to just go and sit on the upper balcony and sip a cool drink. From this vantage we can see where the bald eagles nested this past spring, watch kayakers, and stand up paddle boards go by on the Bald Head Creek.
It is named 'Bald Head Diamond' because when the earliest homeowners came there was, of course, no electricity. Therefore whenever a load of ice made it to the Island it was judged to be 'diamonds' that everyone gathered to use to keep their afternoon cocktails more perfect. Ice was as valuable as diamonds then during the time of the 'Generator Society' that made what little electricity they could from gasoline driven generators. Hence, 'The Generator Society' and their 'diamonds' have become our 'Bald Head Diamond'. Just as unique and precious to us. But we have electricity, wireless internet, Netflix (our subscription so please don't disable). We're so modern!

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