3BR/2.5BA Townhome Sleeps 8, Near Sunset and Ocean Isle Beach - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Unwind in Sunset and Ocean Isle Beach at this welcoming townhome. With 3 comfortable bedrooms including a king, queen, and twin bed, guests will feel right at home. The property also features 3 bathrooms with convenient amenities like a hairdryer and shower. An additional living room space with a queen bed provides additional comfort for a marvelous stay. Savor all that these two spectacular beaches and local have to offer when you stay at our place.

The beaches around Sunset Beach and Ocean Isle Beach are known for a laid-back coastal ambiance, wide sandy beaches, golf, fresh seafood, boating, fishing, and a full calendar of summer events. Whether you want a calming beach week or a more active vacation, there is plenty to do for couples, families, and golfers alike.

Sunset Beach is famed for its peaceful ambiance, beautiful sunsets, and wide uncrowded shoreline. It is a great spot for long walks, shell collecting, and relaxing away from heavy tourist hordes.

Ocean Isle Beach offers a livelier beach atmosphere with family activities, beach homes, fishing, and painless access to eateries and entertainment. Sunrise and sunset vistas along the Intracoastal Waterway are especially trendy.

The Brunswick Islands area is one of the top golf destinations on the East Coast. Popular courses include:

Thistle Golf Club — A spectacular Scottish-style course with 27 holes and challenging layouts.
Sea Trail Golf Resort — Multiple championship courses close to the beach.
Ocean Ridge Plantation — Home to numerous highly rated courses including Leopard’s Chase and Tiger’s Eye.

Many visitors plan golf trips specifically around these courses because you can golf in the morning and still spend the afternoon at the beach.

Fresh seafood is one of the highlights of the area, especially the famed Calabash-style seafood.

Popular local spots include:

Waterfront Seafood Shack for fresh seafood and waterfront dining.
Beck's Restaurant — Known for classic Calabash seafood.
The Boundary House Restaurant — Popular for seafood, steaks, and Southern favorites.
Sharky's Waterfront Restaurant — Casual waterfront dining with live music during summer.
Ocean Isle Fish Company. Located directly on the causeway overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, the restaurant is known for fresh local seafood, open-air dining, and sunset vistas from the upper tiki bar deck. Fishing boats regularly arrive at the docks close by, adding to the coastal atmosphere.

Shallotte has become one of the main dining hubs for visitors staying in Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, and close by Brunswick County communities. The area offers everything from seafood and waterfront dining to Southern comfort food and international cuisine.

Popular eateries in the Shallotte area include:

Salty Cow — A casual sports bar and seafood spot known for brisket, fresh seafood, sushi, and a lively atmosphere.
El Coqui's — A hidden local favorite featuring authentic Puerto Rican dishes, empanadas, and a fun casual environment.
Wing & Fish Company — Known for seafood, wings, burgers, and a casual family-friendly atmosphere. The restaurant highlights seafood supplied from Ocean Isle Fishing Center boats.
Jerome's Steak & Seafood — A longtime local restaurant serving steaks, seafood, and Southern favorites.
Inlet View Bar & Grille — A waterfront restaurant known for seafood, marsh vistas, and sunsets overlooking the Shallotte River.

Many eateries feature outdoor decks, Intracoastal Waterway vistas, and local shrimp, oysters, flounder, and crab.

Fishing and boating are a humongous part of the coastal lifestyle here. Visitors can savor:

Deep sea fishing charters
Inshore fishing for red drum, flounder, and speckled trout
Kayaking through marshes and tidal creeks
Pontoon and boat units on the Intracoastal Waterway
Sunset cruises and dolphin tours

Local marinas and charter companies around Ocean Isle and close by Calabash make it simple to book half-day or full-day trips.

Summer brings a steady lineup of community events and live music.

Highlights include:

The Peggy Hughes Summer Concert Series in Ocean Isle Beach, held most Friday nights during the summer at Town Center Park. Live bands play from late May through early September and visitors often bring lawn chairs and coolers.
The Sunset Sound Waves Concert Series takes place Wednesday evenings at Sunset Beach Town Park.
The Sunset Beach Summer Market runs weekly with local vendors, crafts, produce, coffee, and live music.
Annual festivals such as the NC Oyster Festival, Blue Crab Festival, and Strawberry & Wine Festival draw huge hordes each year.

The overall atmosphere in both beach towns is casual and family-friendly, with plenty of outdoor dining, beach music, local seafood, and modest-town coastal appeal.