The
Brunswick County Islands are just naturally home to a variety
of beach environments, each unique. The beaches of Brunswick
are dominated by private residences, many available for
rent.
Bald
Head Island (Click for details and properties)
Bald
Head Island, the crown jewel of Brunswick is accessible
only by passenger ferry. This pristine environment, a haven
for sea turtles, features miles of unspoiled beaches. Strict
building covenants maintain the natural windswept beauty
of the island. No cars, only golf carts are allowed, and
commercial business is limited. Homes on the island feature
upscale appointments and incredible views, many available
for rental. Beaches include the centrally located South
Beach with gently rolling waves and East Beach which stretches
6 miles without a single home. Whether you come for just
a day trip or stay for several weeks, Bald Head Island will
be an experience you won’t soon forget.
Oak
Island (Click for details and properties)
Oak
Island includes Caswell Beach with 14 miles of beaches known
for their gentle, rolling surf. The southward orientation
of these beaches means you can experience both spectacular
sunrises and sunsets, right over the ocean. 50 public beach
access points make this beach a great place to come for
just a day. Family activities abound with the many parks,
playgrounds, boat ramps, nature trails and extensive sidewalks
found here. You’ll also find a variety of dining options,
shops and accommodations, including motels and private rentals.
Oak Island is the largest and most active beach town in
the Brunswick Islands.
Holden
Beach (Click for details and properties)
Holden
Beach’s history as a prospering commercial fishing
center gives it it’s unique flavor still today. Eleven
miles of tranquil beaches are connected to the mainland
by only one two-lane elevated bridge. The peaceful unhurried
ambiance found here make it a romantic vacation spot with
a variety of cottages and condos for rent. If your beach
plans include fishing, Holden Beach is also known for its
surf and off shore fishing. A full service fishing pier
provides a great diversion for the both amateur and expert
fisherman.
Ocean
Isle (Click for details and properties)
Known
for wide sandy white beaches and gentle surf, Ocean Isle
Beach is a quiet retreat, offering a variety of activities.
A series of t-shaped canals across the island, add to the
waterfront. Homes and accommodations are beautifully maintained
adding to the special ambiance of the island. A golf resort,
hotels, condos and private homes are available for rent.
Family activities include a waterslide and miniature golf.
Ocean Isle is also home to a renowned waterfront restaurant,
great for watching the sunset.
Sunset
Beach (Click for details and properties)
The
smallest of the three southernmost Brunswick Islands, Sunset
Beach is full of rustic charm. A quaint wooden bridge leads
you across a pristine salt marsh as you approach the island
Three miles long, the beach is known for its wide strand
and thick sea oats which attract hundreds of shore birds
each morning. Walking and bird watching on the beach is
a favorite activity. Cottages and hotels are available for
rental and a small commercial district provides supplies
for residents and visitors. Sunset Beach is the only land
access for the southern-most undeveloped barrier island,
Bird Island.
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