The island directory
Every listing is free, and every business can claim and correct its entry. Many started with storefronts we photographed on the island, and each one is checked against the business's own website and the island's official sources, with the date we last verified it.
58 listings
ActivityFeatured
Bald Head Island Conservancy
The island's conservation nonprofit since 1983: sea turtle patrols, kayak and birding tours, kids' nature programs, a nature center with live reptiles, and the Turtle Central gift shop.
On the island
GroceryFeatured
Maritime Market
The island's only full grocery store: fresh local seafood, a deli with fresh pasta and house-made salads, wine and craft beer, family meals to go, and two kitchens under one roof.
Maritime Forest
ActivityFeatured
Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum
North Carolina's oldest standing lighthouse, lit in 1817. Climb its 108 steps, then visit the Smith Island Museum of History in the keeper's cottage beside it.
On the island
Service
A Clean Break BHI
An island-based home services company since 2001: rental turnover and deep cleaning, off-season home checks, hurricane prep, pressure washing, small repairs, and cart and pool care.
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Service
Always Ready Carts
A Club Car dealer on Merchants Row for island owners: golf cart sales and service. Its rentals are mainland only, so visitors renting a cart should look to the island rental companies.
On the island
Shop
Antique Maps & More
Framed historic maps and nautical charts, from early North Carolina maps to 1850s Cape Fear coast surveys, in a small Merchant's Row shop run by longtime islanders.
On the island
Shop
Bald Head Blues
Bald Head's own apparel brand since 2014: performance polos, button-downs, quarter zips, swim trunks, and hats, sold at its flagship store beside the Maritime Market.
On the island
Eat & drink
Bald Head Bottle
A wine shop and bar on Maritime Way: bottles to take home, wines by the glass and flights, draft beer and cocktails, snacks, and weekly tastings, with kids and pets welcome.
On the island
Lodging
Bald Head Island Vacations
A rental, property management, and sales company on Merchant's Row with about 30 island homes, from maritime forest retreats to oceanfront houses, each with its own golf cart.
On the island
Service
BHI Delivery
The island's grocery provisioning service: order at least 48 hours ahead and its shoppers stock your rental from the Maritime Market before you arrive. Closed for the 2026 season.
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Shop
BHI Hardware & General
The island's hardware and general store, complete with porch rockers and a branded cargo golf cart.
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Shop
Blue Sail
A gift, home, and resort-wear shop in Stoked Village: loungewear and jewelry, linens and ceramics, beach and pool gear, gourmet snacks, island-made goods, and custom gift baskets.
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Shop
Booty
A kids' shop in Stoked Village, connected to Blue Sail: pirate, princess, and mermaid toys, ocean books, puzzles and games, kids' clothing and shoes, snacks, and treats for pets.
On the island
Shop
Cape Fear Distillery
The island shop for Cape Fear Distillery: free tastings and bottles of its vodka, gin, rum, bourbon, tequilas, and rum creams, plus art and gifts, on Maritime Way.
On the island
Service
Carolina Creations Landscapes & Pools
A Shallotte-based landscaping and pool company that works on Bald Head Island: fiberglass and concrete pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, hardscapes, and landscaping.
On the island
Getting around
Cary Cart Company
Golf cart rentals from a hut by the ferry landing: 4- and 6-passenger carts (some enclosed) by the day or longer, booked online and picked up when you arrive. Renters must be 21 with a license.
Marina
Activity
Coastal Urge
Rentals and outfitting on Maritime Way: bikes, beach chairs and umbrellas, paddleboards, kayaks, and surf lessons, plus a store stocked with Patagonia, YETI, and Lilly Pulitzer.
On the island
Eat & drink
Copper's Wood-Fired Kitchen
Wood-fired pizza at the Maritime Market: hand-formed sourdough pies from a 900-degree oven, from a Queen Margherita to the honey-drizzled Honeycup, ordered at the market's side porch window.
Maritime Forest
Eat & drink
Cozumel Mexican Kitchen & Beach Bar
A sit-down Mexican kitchen and bar in Stoked Village: tortillas made daily, guacamole in a stone molcajete, ceviche and oysters, street tacos, fajitas, a mezcal-flamed ribeye, and margaritas.
On the island
Grocery
Dockmaster Convenience Store
The convenience store at the marina, steps from the ferry landing: snacks, drinks, ice, a few grocery staples, and marine supplies for boaters.
Marina
Shop
East Beach Surf Shop
A surf shop on Edward Teach Extension with East Beach originals and surf brands, beach accessories, and surfboard, paddleboard, and kayak rentals. It moved here from Harbour Village in 2025.
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Service
Henson Building Corporation
A custom home builder working only on Bald Head Island: new homes and renovations from owner Steve Henson, a full-time island resident who has built here since 2001.
On the island
Lodging
Intracoastal Rentals
The vacation rental arm of Intracoastal Realty, which bought Bald Head Island Limited's rental and sales business in 2020: island homes and Marsh Harbour Inn suites, from an office by the marina.
Marina
Getting around
Island Adventure Cart Rentals
EZ-GO golf cart rentals next to the ferry landing: 4- and 6-passenger carts by the half day, day, week, or month. Every driver must be 21 or older with a valid license.
Marina
Service
Island Event Rentals
Party and wedding rentals stored on the island: tables, chairs, bars, a dance floor up to 21 feet square, tents up to 40 by 60 feet, arches, a chuppah, and lanterns, delivered to your site.
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Service
Island Mini Storage
Self-storage on the island, near the Station Two area; useful for owners and long-stay visitors.
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Service
Island Package Center & Post Office
The island's post office and package center on Lighthouse Wynd, run by the Village: stamps and shipping, PO boxes, and the pickup counter for every package sent to an island address.
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Shop
Island Passage
A family clothing store at 14 Maritime Way: women's labels like Free People and Z Supply, surf brands like Roxy and Billabong, clothes for men and kids, and its own Bald Head Island tees.
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Service
Island Retreat Spa & Salon
A full-service spa and salon on Maritime Way: massage, facials and HydraFacials, a private infrared sauna, nails, hair, chiropractic and acupuncture, and barre, yoga, and Pilates classes.
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Service
Island Time Medical and Wellness
The island's medical practice: urgent care for everyday illnesses and minor injuries, house calls, IV hydration, and memberships, run by a nurse practitioner. Direct pay, no insurance.
On the island
Real estate
Ivester Jackson Christie's International Real Estate
The island office of Christie's International Real Estate, on Merchant's Row: homes, homesites, fractionals, and boat slips, led by David Berne, a Bald Head broker for more than 30 years.
On the island
Eat & drink
Jailhouse Provisions
A full-service restaurant and bar in the island's old police station: crab dip and poke nachos, seafood baskets, big salads, burgers and crab cake sandwiches, and island cocktails.
On the island
Eat & drink
Jules' Salty Grub & Island Pub
A harborside pub at the entrance to the marina: Calabash-style seafood baskets, burgers and po'boys, a summer sushi bar, and a pet-friendly deck facing the ferries.
Marina
Lodging
Marsh Harbour Inn
A 12-suite inn on Keelson Row overlooking the marina and marsh, with a hot breakfast each morning, a golf cart for each suite, bikes and beach gear, and Shoals Club access for an added fee.
Harbour Village
Eat & drink
Midway Coffee
A mid-island coffee shop on Edward Teach Extension: espresso and iced drinks, acai bowls, avocado and salmon toasts, breakfast tacos, smoothies, shakes, and ice cream, with a shaded patio.
On the island
Eat & drink
Mike's Bites
A seasonal snack counter on the Conservancy campus, in the old Cape Fear Light generator building: hot dogs, sandwiches, and Italian ice near the island's east end.
On the island
Shop
Monkee's
A women's boutique in The Esplanade on Maritime Way: dresses, tops, swim, shoes, jewelry, and accessories from brands like Paige, PJ Salvage, Sam Edelman, and Jack Rogers.
On the island
Real estate
Munroe Properties
Locally owned vacation rentals and real estate, formed in 2026 when Wendy Wilmot Properties and Bald Head Island Services joined forces: about 189 rental homes, every one with a golf cart.
On the island
Eat & drink
Nye's Cream Sandwiches & Scoops
A summer walk-up ice cream window at the Forest Pavilion beside the Maritime Market: scoops, soft serve, shakes, and ice cream sandwiches. Closed for the 2026 season.
Maritime Forest
Service
Project Works
A general contractor working only on Bald Head Island since 1998: remodels, windows and doors, roofing, water intrusion, crofters, dune walkovers, outdoor showers, and winterization.
On the island
Activity
Riverside Adventure Company
A clothing and gift shop steps from the ferry, plus rentals through Riverside Outdoor Recreation: bikes and e-bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards, and beach chairs and umbrellas.
Marina
Shop
Room Service
Beach flair for your home: a Maritime Way home furnishings shop with new and vintage coastal furniture, lighting, rugs, tableware, original art, and gifts.
On the island
Eat & drink
Sandpiper Coffee & Ice Cream
Coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, pastries, grab-and-go breakfast, and Tar Heel Creamery ice cream, steps from the ferry landing at the marina.
Marina
Eat & drink
Side Wok
A seasonal walk-up window for Asian takeout beside the Maritime Market, known for pad Thai, lo mein, stir-fries, and dumplings. It did not open for the 2026 season.
Maritime Forest
Activity
Stoked Provisions
The excursion desk and outfitter in Stoked Village: inshore, offshore, and fly fishing charters, sunset cruises, scuba trips, jet ski tours, surf-fishing rentals, and Stoked-brand apparel.
On the island
Activity
Stoked Village Arcade
A family arcade at Stoked Village with skee-ball, basketball, air hockey, motorcycle racing, claw machines, and a virtual coaster.
On the island
Lodging
Stoked Village Condos
Three- and five-bedroom condos above the shops in Stoked Village, combinable for big groups, each with a four-passenger golf cart, and an elevator in the building.
On the island
Eat & drink
Sweet Bay Cafe
The breakfast and lunch counter inside the Maritime Market: biscuits and breakfast plates in the morning, then smash burgers, a sweet tea fried chicken sandwich, and a daily hot bar at lunch.
Maritime Forest
Service
The Boat House
A private event venue at the marina, in the former Delphina space: a dining room, two covered porches, a bar, and in-house catering for parties of up to 132.
Marina
Lodging
The Inn at Bald Head Island
A ten-suite, adults-only inn overlooking the marina in Harbour Village: breakfast and an afternoon social hour, bikes and beach gear to borrow, and guest access to both island clubs.
Harbour Village
Shop
The Silver Peddler & Gift Accessories
Coastal jewelry, beach-inspired home decor, and gifts from more than 130 makers, on Maritime Way.
On the island
Lodging
The Villas
A neighborhood of privately owned villas along lagoons near the Bald Head Island Club and the beach. It isn't a hotel: some villas rent by the week through island rental companies.
On the island
Lodging
Tiffany's Beach Properties
A longtime island rental and sales company with about 46 homes, condos, and villas across the island, from Timbercreek to Middle Island, with golf carts and linens included.
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Shop
Turtle Central
The Conservancy's gift shop on Federal Road: apparel, books, toys, jewelry, home goods, and red beach flashlights, with every sale supporting the sea turtle program.
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Service
Vance Johnson Plumbing Co.
A family-owned plumbing company from Fayetteville, in business since 1981, listed on the Station Two Business Park directory on Edward Teach Extension.
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Service
Village Chapel
The island's interdenominational chapel on Lighthouse Wynd beside Old Baldy, dedicated in 1987: Sunday services at 8:30 and 10am, a chapel open for prayer, and weddings.
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Service
Village Hall
The Village of Bald Head Island's government offices on Lighthouse Wynd, and the source of the island rules every visitor should know, from golf carts and beach gear to turtle-season lights.
On the island
Eat & drink
Will O' The Wisp
The marina's pizza and cocktail bar: build-your-own or signature pies in 9 or 18 inches, salads, hoagies, wine, frozen drinks, and island-named cocktails.
Marina