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Bald Head Island
Makes “10 Best American Beaches” List!
Bald Head Island strikes again! We made AOL’s list
of 10 Best American Beaches... and
it’s no wonder.
As the sun rises and sets over our unparalleled Island,
families are coming to Bald Head Island in search of a retreat. Wendy
Wilmot Proprties is here to help them to transition their dream vacation
into dream ownership.
Here is what AOL had to say about each destination....
1. Sullivan's
Island, South Carolina
 “The entire island embodies a small-town feel, while
the beach itself looks like a live photograph of times gone by courtesy
of miles of clean sand and large, picturesque beach houses.”
2.
Cape San Blas, St. Joseph,
Florida
 “Don't go looking for gaudy amusements and high-rise
condos here—you won't find them. What you will find is one of the most
pristine white-sand beaches in the country flanked by St. Joseph
Peninsula State Park, which offers kayaking, bird watching and nature
trails. Admission is $4 per car.”
3. Venice
Beach, California
 “Ocean Front Walk is where all the action is, with
near-endless bike paths, street performers, fortune tellers, unique shops
and eateries, and Muscle Beach. But it's easy to avoid if you simply want
to lay on the sand—just walk toward the ocean. Various parking lots run
anywhere from $6 to $10.”
4. Nauset
Beach, Cape Cod
 “The waters leading up to Nauset are a gorgeous
cobalt blue thanks to being seaside, which also means the water can be cold
until after Labor Day when the Gulf Stream kicks in. However, the waves
are perfect for body boarding. Parking can be expensive—$15 per car,
unless you're renting vacation property, which gives you the option of a
one-week or seasonal pass.”
5. Rehoboth
Beach, Delaware 
“No
visit to Rehoboth is complete without walking the boardwalk, featuring
that classic mix of fast food, arcade games and sweet treat stores. Walk
just a half mile in either direction and you'll find yourself in a more
serene beach setting, with a smattering of fishermen mixed in with
beachgoers in search of a more peaceful experience.”
6. St.
Simon's Island Beach, Georgia
 “St. Simon's Island
beaches are stunningly natural, measuring hundreds of yards wide during
low tide, and the opportunity to body surf during high. The beaches are
flanked by the usual beach town offerings, with casual eateries and
options for non-water activities.”
7. Natural
Bridges State Beach, Santa Cruz, California
 “Natural Bridges is a great beach for exploring, with
tidepools and a nearby butterfly preserve. A two and a half mile path
stretches between the beach and the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, offering
optimum views for joggers, bikers and walkers.”
8. Canon
Beach, Oregon
 “Identified by the iconic Haystack Rock, Canon has a
reputation for such breathtaking scenery that many a roadtripper insists
on taking the 101 up the coastline seeking proof. What makes it so
wonderful is the government mandate that restricts building on the beach,
meaning unless you traipse into town, it's just you, sand and water for
miles and miles.”
9. Bald
Head Island, North Carolina
 “Bald Head doesn't allow cars, but there are golf
carts. The area has a total of 12,000 acres, but 10,000 of them are untouched
marshland, beach and forest property. There's no hotels, high rises or
surf shops, and just two restaurants, one gourmet grocery and one country
club.”
10. South
Beach, Miami, Florida
 “South Beach isn't always for those seeking serenity,
but that's part of its charm. The further south you go, the more you'll
run into mobs of people crowding the walkways. If you don't care about
The Scene, some of the northern spots offer a quieter atmosphere.”
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