Travel & Accommodations
We’re so grateful that you’re making the trip to Bald Head Island, NC, to celebrate our special day in this very special place. There are many different ways you can reach the island and plenty of places to stay once you arrive. Here’s everything you need to know.
Flights
Wilmington, NC (ILM) is the closest airport, about a 45 minute drive from the ferry. Direct flight options are offered on American, Delta and United from most major airports. From the airport, you will need to take an Uber, Lyft, or car service to the Deep Point Marina, where you’ll catch the ferry to the island.
You can also fly into Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR) which is an hour and a half from the ferry.
Driving
If you’d rather drive, Southport, NC, is approximately six hours from DC. You’ll park at Deep Point Marina while you’re on the island for $12 per day.
Ferry
Transportation to and from Bald Head Island is by passenger ferry or private boat. The ferry leaves the mainland on the hour from Deep Point Marina located at 1301 Ferry Road. Southport, N.C. Marina staff will meet you at the entrance to help unload your luggage before you board the ferry and take the 20 minute trip over to the island.
Visit the Bald Head Island Ferry website to book your tickets in advance. Once you purchase your ferry ticket you will be able to opt-in to receive the free tram shuttle service, which will take you from the ferry to your rental home upon arriving to the island.
Accommodations
Bald Head offers two B&B options near the harbor, but we think the best options are house rentals shared with friends and family. Most of the wedding party will be staying in homes along the “South Beach” area of the island on South Bald Head Wynd.
We encourage you to use our on-island friends at Wendy Wilmot Properties, Tiffany’s Beach Properties or Bald Head Island Services to find a house that best suits your needs. VRBO and Airbnb also have a wide range of options, including one or two bedroom villas.
Wendy Wilmot Properties can be reached at (910) 470-0000 or rentals@wwpbaldhead.com.
Tiffany’s Beach Properties can be reached at (910) 457-0544 or tiffany@tiffanysrentals.com.
Bald Head Island Services can be reached at (910) 363-4955 or rentals@baldheadislandservices.com.
B&B Options
The Inn at Bald Head - (910) 367-7091
Marsh Harbour Inn - (910) 454-0451
Getting Around the Island
There are no cars on the island so you’ll get around exclusively by golf cart. All rental homes will have golf carts included as part of your stay. The hotels offer golf carts as well, but must be reserved in advance.
Typically homes will come with two golf carts each, but if you wish to supplement with additional carts, rentals are available at Cary Cart Company, located within walking distance from the ferry drop-off on Bald Head Island.
Bike Rentals are also available from Coastal Urge and Riverside Outdoor Recreation.
We know the logistics of the island may sound confusing, so if any questions arise please don’t hesitate to reach out to Katie or Peter! We are so grateful you are making the trip to celebrate with us.