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

BALD HEAD DIAMOND:Perfect Jewel for a Couple's Getaway!!!
Bald Head Island, NC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 196 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The island is amazing. The house was a perfect spot for the two of us on our anniversary get away. The pictures are very accurate to the actual house. Cleanliness was good and the stairs are what the picture shows. Easy to navigate but takes a bit to get used to it. The lock box when you check in is on the porch rail and not the door, so that was a little confusing but other than that the property was as advertised and was great. We would stay again no question about it. Just a heads up for anyone reading the review, you will need to book the ferry and the tram before showing up. We tried on the way down but the presale tickets were all sold out for the day so we had to get a standby ticket. The ferry brings you from Southport to the island and the tram service will shuttle you to the house and pick you up on the day of departure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay - wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anna G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
BEWARE!!! At 1:15AM, a massive COCKROACH RAN UP AND DOWN MY FACE in the middle of the night!!!! It scared me so bad. I've been traumatized from it. I jumped up and had to kill the roach with my bare hands and the sheet. The sheets were so soiled from killing the roach, I couldn't lay back down nor would I have dared to. I didn't sleep the rest of the night and sat in the living room with the TV on bc I couldn't sleep. My husband had to continue staying in the bed because there was no where else for him to lay. When the sun arose, we cut our trip short because we were so upset. I had booked the late ferry, but we ended up taking the first ferry we could which was 8:30AM. This ruined our entire night and last day of our trip. Before we left, my husband went upstairs a final time to make sure we hadn't left anything behind. When he was checking the room, there was a different huge bug in the bed running around!!!! I have photos and videos of everything. To make matters worse, the host is unsympathetic and couldn't care less. He BLAMED THIS ON ME!!! His response was ACCUSING ME that we "must have left the doors open and let bugs in." We absolutely did not. Hugh was so rude on the phone and HUNG UP ON ME. I texted hours later asking for a follow up call to professionally and courteously discuss the matter, to which I received no response. He refuses to refund any money or discuss the matter further. I WISH I HAD SORTED THE REVIEWS BY LOWEST RATING FIRST, PRIOR TO BOOKING!
The cockroach that ran up and down my face awaking me at 1:15 AM.
The 2nd large nasty bug my husband found running in the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Will be a repeat customer!

Cozy and comfy! Great location and quiet neighborhood. Kitchen had everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Between ok and good

There are a lot of great things about this property. The host is very easy to communicate with and responds quickly to questions. The golf cart is fast (which matters more than you’d think). The view from the upstairs balcony is beautiful, and the location is great—you can’t hear the ferry horn. The bed is very comfortable and the bedding is high quality. Towels and washcloths were soft and clean, and beach towels were also provided. The water pressure in the shower was strong and the water stayed hot. It’s a cute, well-decorated space with two full bathrooms, which is a huge plus.That said, the showers are very small. I’m a short person, and even I had trouble moving around. My arms and elbows hit the walls constantly. The upstairs shower has a slanted tile ceiling, and I almost bumped my forehead more than once. The downstairs shower curtain didn’t reach the floor, so water spilled out onto the mat. Both showers had minimal shelf space, and the liner clings to you while you shower. If you’re shaving, you’ll probably have to turn the water off just to have room. The beach chairs are rusted, and the shoulder straps are broken. The stairs to the loft are steep and awkward—it’s a split step pattern, and you need both hands on the rails. The loft area gets hot even with the ceiling fan on high
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SWick

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay! The place was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and in a perfect location. Check-in was easy, and the host was super responsive and helpful throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean, charming and very well appointed. It was in a Great location and the host was very accommodating and responsive. We really enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage with great views of BHI creek and marsh. Hugh is great to work with!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

This place is in a great location and had everything we needed. They even leave water bottles in the fridge. A charming getaway for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

My best friend and I came to the island for a “turtle walk” and other island activities. We had a blast! Accommodations were fantastic.
Sunrise
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rasmus G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent just excellent

Hugh was great highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick trip

Tiny cottage for 2, well provisioned. Stayed 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place two suggestions

The property, owner communication, and amenities were awesome! Two suggestions. The first would be to document in greater detail the miner style stairs that are required to navigate to get to the loft bedroom. If you have a leg or back issue or senior you may not be able to navigate those steps safely. In addition if you had a few too many you will most likely be sleeping on the couch. Second, and this is minor. You may want to stock larger coffee cups as the keurig generates 12 oz coffee cups and the in house cups are only 8 oz. If you are not paying attention and swapping cups there is a possibility of overflow.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable little place in convenient to everything

Perfect little place tucked away in a beautiful little spot. Convenient to the ferry and other marina attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Couple's Getaway!

We really enjoyed Hugh's property. The sunrise marsh view from the loft and porch was the highlight for sure! From the towel of the golf cart to the well appointed kitchen and living spaces, they really had everything we needed to enjoy a quick get away. This was our first overnight trip to Bald Head but definitely not the last!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

sharon j.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Zachary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Home on BHI

We enjoyed our stay at this property. It was nicely appointed and met our needs for our stay on the island. We would recommend for a couple’s stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couples Stay

We have been to Bald Head Island on several occasion and this was one of our favorite stays. The cottage was perfect for a couples getaway. Hugh was accommodating to meet our needs regarding arrival. The cottage was beautifully decorated and instantly felt like home. It was convenient being near the marina and not having to book a tram. The sunrise over the marsh was gorgeous and seeing the sky lit up with stars at night while still in bed was magical. We are already talking about another trip and we just left..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway weekend

Wonderful place to stay for a getaway to Bald Head!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, cozy cottage exactly as described. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and cozy

We enjoyed our stay at BH Diamond thoroughly. The owners have made great use of every square inch of the house, equipping it with most everything one could think of. It *is* 500 sq.', so be aware that it's small (but doable) for a week stay but is much larger than many of the options on Bald Head for a nightly stay. There are several things I look for when I travel: the bed was VERY comfortable, the home was clean and in good order, AC worked great, shower pressure was great, and a bonus, I was shocked to see that the knives were sharp. That never happens. The kitchen had a choice of coffee pots and was well-equipped at the time of our visit with spices and cooking implements. Be aware that the refrigerator is not full size and the cooking area is small, if you plan to do a lot of cooking, but the space was sufficient for our needs. Paper products and coffee supplies were provided--thank you. Location is excellent--views of the marsh from upstairs and close to shops and dining in the harbor. The screened porch is close to the neighbors, but they are quiet and unobtrusive. Their lovely landscaping is a beautiful buffer, so the space still feels private. Photos are accurate. Absolutely loved the house. Built in the 80s with attention to small details, it feels like a home that's been loved by a family through many generations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margee Z., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Spot

We stayed “in town” for the first time in the 30+ years we have been coming. We loved it! Kids and grandkids were on the island as well but it was a great getaway for us. We look forward to returning next year! It was nicely stocked too with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah B.

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

10/10 Excellent

cheryl d.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great couple's getaway

The space was perfect for me and my spouse. Yes the stairs are a bit different, but they are exactly as described in the pics and description. The AC did an admirable job of keeping up in the crazy heat. Great place and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage getaway.

Ideal location with great view. Thoughtfully stocked and incredible attention to detail. Will absolutely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet retreat

Enjoyed our stay and cottage is cozy with plenty of amenities… tight quarters for luggage and nowhere to put clothing. Had to open and keep rollaways on porch as our closet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot in the Harbor

My husband and I were on BHI with our entire family. We chose this location to be able to visit with family, but then have our own quiet retreat. This property was an excellent choice for us. The owner laid out clear instructions for our arrival. The property was clean and we found the property description to be accurate. We found the witches' stairs easy to navigate, but if someone is having mobility issues they may want to reconsider. There was plenty of room for us to not be on top of each other and we enjoyed having 2 separate bathrooms...one upstairs and one downstairs. We completely enjoyed this property and look forward to visiting again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun time

It was a nice house. Really cute.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful retreat

The cottage was everything and more than what you read in the listing. Equipped with everything you could possibly need and the property manager was easy to work with. The location is a perfect location from which to explore the island and it’s worth it to take advantage of the opportunity to purchase a guest past to the Shoals Club, which is first class. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, restful stay at our favorite island

Bald Head Diamond is a great cottage for a couple. Cozy, quiet, and quaint. Within easy walking distance of Jules, bike rentals, and boat gazing in the harbor. Hugh was a very friendly and responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home

Perfect getaway place for my wife and I for long weekend to celebrate her birthday! Loved the location, cozy and comfortable home, and great communication with owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at bhi

Peaceful, one bedroom stay in BHI. Would recommend for a couples weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness

BHI

Great stay for two!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Trip

We stayed at the same home 20 years ago. The place has been nicely updated and is still charming as ever. Highly recommend for a couple looking for a quiet getaway! Thank you Hugh.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Clark K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tiny House on BHI

Cute little house for two people. Accessing the loft bedroom is a bit treacherous, as the ascent and descent is very steep. My wife has some mobility issues so that was a bit tough for her. The kitchen is tiny but has tools for cooking. The bathrooms are small and had no bath soap, we expected to have some there but we bought some at the market. The golf cart was a nice to have, it’s a bit slower than others but on BHI, one need not be in a hurry. The cottage is close to Jules’ restaurant and tram which is nice. Well appointed place with comfortable bedding.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome couples cottage!

We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful cottage. It's in great location with a great view, and is very nicely furnished. Perfect size for a couples get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Holly M., Winston Salem, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house!

This was our second stay at the Diamond and it is still cute as a button! Amazing that it literally has everything you need in such a compact footprint. Beautiful decor and many thoughtful touches. Beautiful view of the marsh. Very close to the beach. Perfect for two!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding BHI Weekend

This cottage was fantastic for my wife and I to get away for a long weekend. Perfect size, perfect location, perfect host. We enjoyed the water views from the upstairs balcony/porch, the convenience to the marina restaurants and the cozy feel of this cottage. And Hugh was great to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Tiny House

Great location! Perfect for a romantic getaway for two.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Leland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

jennifer b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun week

Great house. Great location. Well appointed kitchen. Super comfortable beds. We just loved this rental and our time on Bald Head Island!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage

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