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510 Best Oceanfront Rentals in Shell Island (Starting from $219)

Epic Abode by Sea Scape Properties
Epic Abode by Sea Scape Properties
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
0.2k from Shell Island center

Accommodations, Pools, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
New to Booking
$506
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Duneridge 1107 - Beautiful 3 bedroom oceanfront condo!
Duneridge 1107 - Beautiful 3 bedroom oceanfront condo!
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

3 reviews

$651
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Oceans Edge Retreat
Oceans Edge Retreat
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
0.4k from Shell Island center

Accommodations, Pools, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay

3 Bedrooms7 Guests
New to Booking
$573
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Duneridge 1301 - Newly remodeled oceanfront 3br end unit!
Duneridge 1301 - Newly remodeled oceanfront 3br end unit!
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
9.0

Fabulous

2 reviews

$680
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Beach Music by Sea Scape Properties
Beach Music by Sea Scape Properties
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
0.5k from Shell Island center

Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Internet, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, Pool, Parking

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
New to Booking
$556
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DR 1405 - Beautiful oceanfront condo with tennis, pool and easy beach access
DR 1405 - Beautiful oceanfront condo with tennis, pool and easy beach access
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
9.2

Superb

64 reviews

$547
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Had 2 Be by Sea Scape Properties
Had 2 Be by Sea Scape Properties
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
0.6k from Shell Island center

Accommodations, Pools, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
New to Booking
$390
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DR 2106 – Relax at this comfortable oceanfront condo with pool and tennis
DR 2106 – Relax at this comfortable oceanfront condo with pool and tennis
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
8.0

Good

31 reviews

$520
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The Blue Moon Cottage
The Blue Moon Cottage
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
0.9k from Shell Island center

Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Pet-friendly, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
New to Booking
$541
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DR 3104 – Extra-large oceanfront condo with easy beach access, pool & tennis
DR 3104 – Extra-large oceanfront condo with easy beach access, pool & tennis
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
9.2

Superb

71 reviews

$732
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The Sundance Cottage
The Sundance Cottage
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
0.9k from Shell Island center

Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Pet-friendly, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay

4 Bedrooms8 Guests
New to Booking
$552
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DR 2204–Lovely oceanfront condo featuring easy beach access, pool and tennis
DR 2204–Lovely oceanfront condo featuring easy beach access, pool and tennis
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Extra Bed, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
9.4

Superb

52 reviews

$602
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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Resort
Shell Island, Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, USA
0.9k from Shell Island center

Accommodations, Pools, Resorts, Parking, Romantic, 3-star, Lodgings, Beach, Jacuzzis

5 Bedrooms24 Guests
7.8

Good

1693 reviews

$219
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DR 2304 – Oceanfront Wrighstville condo
DR 2304 – Oceanfront Wrighstville condo
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
8.0

Good

42 reviews

$483
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Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Resort
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
1.0k from Shell Island center

Cheap, Accommodations, Pools, Resorts, Parking, Holiday inn , 3-star, Lodgings, Beach

147 Bedrooms54 Guests
9.1

Superb

641 reviews

$349
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DR 2412-The ideal vacation spot to get away from the daily hustle and bustle
DR 2412-The ideal vacation spot to get away from the daily hustle and bustle
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
8.8

Fabulous

55 reviews

$613
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The Islander - 2D by Sea Scape Properties
The Islander - 2D by Sea Scape Properties
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
1.1k from Shell Island center

Cheap, Accommodations, Pools, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
8.5

Very Good

2 reviews

$263
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DR 1309 – Getaway to this oceanfront condo with pool and direct beach access
DR 1309 – Getaway to this oceanfront condo with pool and direct beach access
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
9.0

Fabulous

80 reviews

$523
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DR 2211–Simply elegant oceanfront condo with expansive views, pool and tennis
DR 2211–Simply elegant oceanfront condo with expansive views, pool and tennis
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
8.0

Good

62 reviews

$497
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The Islander - 2F by Sea Scape Properties
The Islander - 2F by Sea Scape Properties
House
Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA
1.1k from Shell Island center

Cheap, Accommodations, Pools, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$288
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DR 2306 – Oceanfront condo convenient to pool, tennis court and beach access
DR 2306 – Oceanfront condo convenient to pool, tennis court and beach access
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
8.2

Very Good

41 reviews

$471
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DR 2111 - Gorgeous condo, oceanfront deck with panoramic views, pool, tennis
DR 2111 - Gorgeous condo, oceanfront deck with panoramic views, pool, tennis
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.0k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Extra Bed, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
8.4

Very Good

36 reviews

$636
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DR 2409 – Enjoy the pool, tennis and the beach from this oceanfront condo
DR 2409 – Enjoy the pool, tennis and the beach from this oceanfront condo
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.1k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
7.8

Good

21 reviews

$650
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DR 2103 - Beautifully updated condo with pool, tennis, and elevator
DR 2103 - Beautifully updated condo with pool, tennis, and elevator
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.1k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
8.2

Very Good

22 reviews

$705
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Lavish oceanfront 3rd floor condo in Duneridge!
Lavish oceanfront 3rd floor condo in Duneridge!
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.1k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
8.0

Good

52 reviews

$556
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DR 1403- Beautiful Oceanfront Condo at Duneridge Resort. Sleeps 6.
DR 1403- Beautiful Oceanfront Condo at Duneridge Resort. Sleeps 6.
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.1k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
9.0

Fabulous

35 reviews

$509
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Newly renovated top floor condo in Duneridge!
Newly renovated top floor condo in Duneridge!
Condo
Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, United States
0.1k from Shell Island center

AC, Balcony, Dryer, Elevator, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms10 Guests
8.0

Good

16 reviews

$768
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Frequently Asked Questions

You can explore 510 verified oceanfront rentals in Shell Island. These properties are located directly along the shoreline, offering uninterrupted access to the beach and ocean views.

Oceanfront rental prices in Shell Island vary depending on the property size, exact beachfront location, and season. Rates typically start from around $219 per night, with higher prices for larger homes or peak travel periods. Properties located directly on popular stretches of coastline tend to command premium rates.

Many oceanfront rentals in Shell Island offer direct access to the beach, often through private walkways or dedicated entry paths. Some properties may share access points, so it’s helpful to review the listing details to understand the type of beach access provided.

Yes, some oceanfront rentals in Shell Island welcome pets. Currently, 13 listings allow pets, although policies can vary by property. It’s recommended to check specific house rules for details such as size limits or additional fees.

Oceanfront properties are often in high demand, especially during peak travel seasons, so booking 90 to 120 days in advance is recommended for the best selection. During quieter periods, you may still find availability closer to your travel dates.

Oceanfront rentals in Shell Island often include features designed for a comfortable coastal stay, such as Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, and Ocean View. These amenities help guests make the most of their time by the water.

Yes, there is a clear difference. "Oceanfront" means the property is located directly on the beach with no obstructions between the home and the water. "Ocean View" typically means the ocean is visible from certain angles or rooms, but the property may not be right on the shoreline.