Salt & Sound - Top Floor Water Views - Walk to Beach - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Salt & Sound - Top Floor Sunset & Water Vistas - 3 Minute Walk to Beach

Wake up to sweeping vistas of Jinks Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway, spend your days just steps from the beach, and end each evening watching spectacular coastal sunsets from the waterfront deck. Welcome to Salt & Sound, a attractively remodeled top floor getaway in the highly sought after Starboard by the Sea community, one of Ocean Isle Beach's most beloved vacation destinations.



With no neighbors above you, beautiful water vistas, resort style amenities, and one of the best locations on the island, Salt & Sound offers the ideal combination of relaxation, adventure, and coastal appeal. Whether you are planning a family beach vacation, couples hideaway, fishing trip, golf weekend, pickleball getaway, or simply looking for a place to relax, you'll find everything you need for an memorable stay.



New Ownership, Same Great Ocean Isle Feel

Salt & Sound was newly purchased by experienced vacation rental owners in June 2026 who are committed to providing an exceptional guest experience. We have owned and managed successful vacation rental properties and understand what guests value most, clean accommodations, thoughtful amenities, responsive communication, and a anxiety-complimentary vacation experience. See the attached photos of reviews from the previous owner.



If you have stayed in this condo before, you'll be happy to know that many of the features and amenities guests have appreciated remain in place. Our goal is to continue providing the same fabulous Ocean Isle Beach experience while making ongoing improvements that enhance the property for future guests.



We look forward to welcoming both returning visitors and first time guests to Salt & Sound for years to come.



Why Guests Appreciate Salt & Sound

✔ Top floor location with no neighbors above

✔ Spectacular sunset vistas over Jinks Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway

✔ Only a 3 to 4 min. walk to the beach

✔ Private beach access plus close by public beach access points

✔ Private oceanfront pool with direct beach access

✔ Additional onsite community pools

✔ Sleeps up to 8 guests

✔ Entirely modernized kitchen, bathrooms, floor, and furnishings

✔ Intelligent TVs throughout the home

✔ Roku Guest Mode on every TV

✔ High speed WiFi included

✔ Paddle boards, kayaks, beach chairs, beach wagon, and life jackets supplied

✔ Tennis and pickleball equipment supplied

✔ Multiple tennis and pickleball courts

✔ Fishing docks and kayak launch

✔ Two covered parking spaces

✔ Walkable to eateries, shopping, bars, coffee stores, and the Ocean Isle Pier

✔ Grand waterfront deck overlooking Jinks Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway



The Feel

The moment you arrive, you'll understand what makes this location so special.



Perched on the top floor of the building, Salt & Sound enjoys elevated vistas across Jinks Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway. The top floor location not only provides some of the finest vistas in the community, it also offers added privacy and peaceful since there are no guests staying above you.



From the cavernous waterfront deck, you'll savor expansive vistas of boats passing through the waterway, kayakers exploring the marshes, fishermen heading out for the day, and coastal birds soaring overhead. As evening approaches, the sky transforms into a spectacular display of orange, pink, purple, and gold as the sun sets over the water. Many guests find themselves spending as much time on the deck as they do on the beach.



Start your morning with coffee and coastal breezes. Spend the afternoon calming after a day on the sand. Finish the evening with your favorite drink while appreciating one of the best sunset vistas on Ocean Isle Beach.



Recently Renovated and Designed for Relaxation

Salt & Sound has been thoughtfully refreshed throughout with updated bathrooms, updated floor, a updated kitchen, modern furnishings, and coastal inspired décor. The bright, open layout accepts family and friends to gather comfortably while still providing plenty of room to spread out and relax. Sizable windows fill the home with natural light and showcase the surrounding water vistas.



The comfortable living room serves as the ideal gathering place after a day of beach adventures, complete with comfortable seating, waterfront vistas, and a Intelligent TV.



Sleeps Up to 8 Guests

Salt & Sound comfortably accommodates up to eight guests, making it ideal for families, multiple couples, girls trips, fishing groups, golf weekends, and extended family vacations. The roomy layout accepts everybody to savor privacy while still being together under one roof.



Every bedroom includes:

Cozy beds and quality linens

Intelligent TV

Coastal décor

Storage for clothing and personal items



The Kitchen

The entirely modernized kitchen is equipped with everything needed to prepare meals during your stay. Features include:



Quartz countertops

Updated cabinetry

Full size appliances

Coffee maker

Cookware and bakeware

Dishes, glassware, and silverware

Plenty of preparation space



Additional entertainment includes:

High speed WiFi

Board games

Puzzles

Family friendly activities



Ideal for relaxing evenings, rainy days, or family game nights.



Beach Gear and Recreation Equipment Included

One of the biggest advantages of staying at Salt & Sound is the collection of complimentary beach and recreation equipment available for guest use.



Beach Access

The beach is only a short 3 to 4 min. walk from the condo. Guests appreciate access to:



Starboard by the Sea private beach access

Private oceanfront community pool with direct beach access

Two close by public beach access points

Handicap accessible beach access within walking distance



Pack up the beach wagon, grab your chairs, and be on the sand in just mins.. Ocean Isle Beach is known for its wide beaches, family friendly ambiance, gentle waves, and impressive shoreline. Whether you're looking to swim, surf, shell hunt, fish, or simply relax in the sun, you'll find plenty of room to spread out.



Conveniences

Starboard by the Sea offers some of the best amenities on Ocean Isle Beach. Appreciate:

Multiple swimming pools

Private oceanfront pool with beach access

Tennis courts

Pickleball courts

Community grilling areas

Waterfront docks/boardwalk

Kayak launch

Charcoal grille



The waters surrounding Salt & Sound are ideal for exploring

Launch directly from the community kayak dock and discover the beauty of Jinks Creek, the surrounding marshes, and the Intracoastal Waterway. You may spot dolphins, egrets, herons, ospreys, pelicans, and a variety of coastal wildlife during your adventures. For anglers, multiple community docks provide magnificant opportunities for fishing and crabbing without ever leaving the property.



Salt & Sound is ideal for:

Family beach vacations

Multi-generational family trips

Couples getaways

Girls weekends

Fishing vacations

Golf trips

Pickleball groups

Tennis enthusiasts

Remote workers seeking coastal vistas

Snowbirds and extended stays



Come experience the ideal blend of beach, boating, sunsets, relaxation, and coastal adventure at Salt & Sound. Whether you're watching the sun melt into the Intracoastal Waterway from the deck, spending the day on the beach, paddling through the marshes, playing pickleball, fishing from the docks, grilling dinner with family, or walking to your favorite island restaurant, you'll create memories that bring you back to Ocean Isle Beach year after year.





Sleeps Up to 8 Guests
Salt & Sound comfortably accommodates up to eight guests, making it ideal for families, multiple couples, girls trips, fishing groups, golf weekends, and extended family vacations. The spacious layout accepts everybody to enjoy privacy while still being together under one roof.

Every bedroom includes:
Comfortable beds and quality linens
Intelligent TV
Coastal décor
Storage for clothing and personal items

The Kitchen
The completely updated kitchen is equipped with everything needed to prepare meals during your stay. Features include:

Quartz countertops
Updated cabinetry
Full size appliances
Coffee maker
Cookware and bakeware
Dishes, glassware, and silverware
Plenty of preparation space

Whether you're making a fast breakfast before heading to the beach, preparing fresh local seafood, or hosting family dinner after sunset, you'll have everything you need.

Entertainment and Technology
Every TV in the condo features Roku Guest Mode. Guests can securely log into their own streaming subscriptions, including Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Max, YouTube TV, ESPN+, and many others. At checkout, all personal login information is automatically removed from every device, so there is never any need to remember to sign out.

Additional entertainment includes:
High speed WiFi
Board games
Puzzles
Family friendly activities

Ideal for relaxing evenings, rainy days, or family game nights.

Beach Gear and Recreation Equipment Supplied
One of the biggest advantages of staying at Salt & Sound is the collection of complimentary beach and recreation equipment available for guest use.

The private storage closet includes items such as:
Beach chairs
Beach wagon
Paddle boards
Kayaks
Life jackets
Tennis rackets/balls
Pickleball paddles/balls
Beach toys
Outdoor recreation gear

Rather than spending hundreds of dollars renting equipment during your vacation, simply grab what you need and enjoy.

Beach Access
The beach is only a short 3 to 4 min. walk from the condo. Guests enjoy access to:

Starboard by the Sea private beach access
Private oceanfront community pool with direct beach access
Two close by public beach access points
Handicap accessible beach access within walking distance

Pack up the beach wagon, grab your chairs, and be on the sand in just mins.. Ocean Isle Beach is known for its wide beaches, family friendly atmosphere, gentle waves, and pretty shoreline. Wheth