Waterfront - Primary on Main

Address

11 East Beach Drive, Bald Head Island, NC

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 15,999,000

Property Attributes

MLS#100603552
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyBRUNSWICK
CityBald Head Island
AreaBHI Middle Island
NeighborhoodBald Head Island
Zip28461
StyleSingle Family Residence
Year Built2009
Taxes$ 44967
Price$ 15,999,000
Bedrooms9
Full Bathrooms9
Half Bathrooms1
Sqr Footage6713
Lot Size1 Acres

Data Source:

North Carolina Regional MLS (NCRMLS)

Property Description

There are homes that occupy remarkable places, and there are homes that seem to belong to them. Set along the dunes of Bald Head Island's East Beach, 11 East Beach Drive is a singular oceanfront estate conceived with a scale, permanence & architectural grace rarely encountered on the island. Designed by Cothran Harris & built by Telesis, the property unfolds across approximately one acre as a private coastal compound, where the Atlantic is both backdrop & constant presence. From arrival, the estate reveals itself gradually. Mature coastal landscaping surrounds a collection of shingled structures connected by porches, decks & outdoor living spaces. Deep rooflines, weathered shingles & thoughtful architectural details give the property a timeless quality, while its arrangement across the site creates something increasingly rare: space, privacy & room to gather. Inside the main residence, craftsmanship takes center stage. A soaring barrel-vaulted great room pairs extensive custom millwork & dark hardwood floors with walls of windows overlooking the protected dunes & ocean. Above, a graceful curved gallery follows the architecture before culminating in an arched window that frames sea & sky like artwork. The kitchen was created for a home meant to be genuinely enjoyed, w/ generous work surfaces, custom cabinetry, substantial cooking & refrigeration capacity, multiple work zones & distinctive tilework. Nearby dining & gathering spaces maintain an effortless connection to the ocean beyond. Throughout the residence, generous rooms coexist w/ intimate retreats. Bedrooms & living areas are thoughtfully distributed, allowing a house full of family& friends to gather comfortably without surrendering privacy. That philosophy extends beyond the main residence. Separate guest accommodations provide living & sleeping spaces of their own, creating exceptional flexibility for extended family & guests while remaining connected to the larger estate. Rather than feeling like accessory spaces, they contribute to the property's unmistakable sense of being a true private compound. Expansive covered & screened porches extend the architecture toward the landscape. An open-air kitchen & gathering area offers substantial cabinetry, grilling station, custom hood & island seating beneath an exposed-beam ceiling. Elsewhere, broad decking links the estate's structures around a remarkable outdoor living environment anchored by a dramatic stone fireplace & covered dining pavilion. These are not incidental porches added to an oceanfront home; they are integral living spaces designed for the way life is actually enjoyed on Bald Head Island. French doors stand open between indoors & out. Rocking chairs face the dunes. Morning light arrives over the Atlantic. Evenings can move naturally from dinner beneath the pavilion to conversation around the fireplace while the ocean sounds beyond the dune line. Approximately one acre along East Beach affords the rare luxury of room to breathe. Broad protected dunes create a beautiful natural foreground between the residence & Atlantic, while the property's scale allows landscaping, structures & gathering spaces to exist without crowding one another. Despite the estate's considerable size, the result feels remarkably private & intimate. Built in 2009 & held by its original owners, 11 East Beach carries an intentionality that photographs & measurements alone cannot fully communicate. Curves repeat. Sightlines have purpose. Materials transition naturally from one space to another. Architecture, landscape & setting speak the same language. It is a home designed not merely for spectacular weekends, but for generations of them--for children & grandchildren, old friends & new traditions, quiet mornings & crowded tables. 11 East Beach Drive is more than a residence on the ocean. It is a Bald Head Island estate in the fullest sense of the word--and an opportunity unlikely to be repeated.

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
Southport Elementary School	South Brunswick Middle School	South Brunswick High School

Price History
9/15/2026	Listed $15,999,000

General Features

Living Area	6713.0
Heating	Other,Heat Pump,Electric
Cooling	Other,Heat Pump
Utilities	Sewer Connected,Water Connected,Cable High Speed,High Speed Internet
Possession	Close Of Escrow,At Closing
Roof	Architectural Shingle
Appliances	Gas Oven,Washer,Refrigerator,Ice Maker,Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Range
Zoning	Bh-Pd-4
HOA Fee	2336.0
Garage Spaces	5.0
Patio/Porch Features	Open,Covered,Deck,Porch,Screened,See Remarks,Balcony,Front Porch,Rear Porch
Pool Features	None
Construction Materials	Shake Siding,Wood Siding,Wood Frame
Year Built	2009
View	Ocean
Levels	Two
Property Subtype	Single Family Residence
Tax Year	2026
Taxes	44967.46
Parcel Number	26500011
Accessibility	Accessible Elevator Installed
Assoc Fee Paid Per	Annually
County	Brunswick
Operating Expense	0.0
New Construction	No
Property Type	Residential
In City Limits? (Y/N)	No
Association Amenities	Maintenance Common Areas
HOA	Yes
Attached Garage	Yes
Subdivision Name	BHI Middle Island
Garage Y/N	Yes
Other Structures	Shower,Storage
Total Rooms	14
Full Baths	9
Status	Active
Directions	From Harbour,take NBHW to Federal Road to East Beach Drive.
High School	South Brunswick
City	Bald Head Island
Association Name	BHA
High School District	Brunswick County Schools
Lot Size Units	Acres
Lot Size Square Feet	43386.0
Carport Spaces	0.0
Carport Y/N	No
Elementary School	Southport
Property Attached Y/N	No
Land Lease Y/N	No
Home Warranty Y/N	No
Middle/Junior High School	South Brunswick
Property Condition	Completed
Lease Considered Y/N	No
Virtual Tour	https://youtu.be/6u-Mt1z5-Pg?si=tdAc4W_DopnOJ-NZ
Structure Type	Wood Frame,Stick Built
Living Area Units	Square Feet
Standard Status	Active
Tax Assessed Value	4459730
Tax Lot	185R
Legal Description	L-185R 1.00Ac Stage 1 Mid Isl Plant 60/24
IslandOrMainland	Island

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	Sound System,Master Downstairs,Central Vacuum,High Ceilings,Entrance Foyer,Bookcases,Kitchen Island,Elevator,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Pantry,Walk-in Shower,Wet Bar,Basement,Blinds/Shades,Built-in Fea
Flooring	Hardwood
Furnished Y/N	Furnished
Water Heater	Electric
Master Bed Level	Primary Living Area
Total Stories	2
Basement (Y/N)	No
Air Conditioning Y/N	Yes
Heating Y/N	Yes
Fireplace Y/N	Yes
Half Baths	1
Laundry Features	Laundry Room
Total Bedrooms	9
Entry Level	1
Room Type	Bedroom 1,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Dining Area,Family Room,Laundry,Bedroom 6,Bedroom 7,Bedroom 8,Bedroom 10,Den
Total Baths	10
Living Area Range	5500 - 5999
SmokingYN	No

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities	Outdoor Shower,Gas Grill,Outdoor Kitchen,Gas Log,Outdoor Grill
Exterior Finish	Wood Siding,Shake Siding
Fencing	None
Parking Features	Circular Driveway,Golf Cart Parking,Attached,Covered,Detached,Off Street,Garage,Golf Cart Garage
Lot Features	Ocean Side
Water Source	Public
Total Parking	5.0
Lot Size Area	1.0
Foundation Details	Other,Pilings
Spa	No
Building Area Total	5629.0
Lot Dimensions	200 x 218 x 200 x 218
Lot Size Acres	1.0
Road Surface Type	Paved
Frontage Type	Oceanfront
Waterfront Y/N	Yes
Road Frontage Type	Maintained,City Street,State Road,Paved
Crops Included Y/N	No
Horse Y/N	No