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When you are planning your next Ocean Isle Beach vacation, be sure to plan a trip to one of our area grocery stores for supplies. Whether you intend to use the kitchen at your vacation rental to its full potential or want a few beach snacks, this list of stores will be helpful.

While there aren’t any major grocery chains on the island, there are several on the mainland.

Convenient Grocery Stores Near Your Vacation Rental

Lowes Foods

Location: 6278 Beach Drive SW, Ocean Isle Beach

Hours of Operation: 7:00 am-10:00 pm, Monday-Sunday

Lowes Foods is a full-service grocery store offering a wide selection of fresh produce, meats, seafood, bakery items, and household essentials.

Publix Super Market

Location: 1560 Market Place Blvd, Ocean Isle Beach

Hours of Operation: 7:00 am-9:00 pm, Monday-Sunday

Publix offers a wide range of grocery items, including fresh produce, meats, deli items, and bakery goods.

Food Lion

Location: 1775 Clippers Way, Sunset Beach, NC 

Hours of Operation: 7:00 am-11:00 pm, Monday-Sunday

Food Lion is another popular grocery store chain that offers a variety of items, including fresh produce, meats, dairy products, and pantry staples. This Food Lion location is just a few miles away in Sunset Beach.

Walmart Supercenter

Location: 4540 Main Street, Shallotte, NC

Hours of Operation: 6:00 am-11:00 pm, Monday-Sunday

For those looking for a one-stop shop for groceries and other essentials, there is a Walmart Supercenter located near Ocean Isle Beach in the town of Shallotte. Walmart offers a vast selection of groceries, household items, electronics, clothing, and more.

These grocery stores provide convenient options during your visit to Ocean Isle Beach. You can purchase groceries, snacks, and other essential items before you arrive at your vacation rental or once everyone has settled in. Either way, if you meal plan and create a shopping list ahead of time, it will make your life much easier. Be sure to include a few grilling options. Most of our OIB rental homes have barbeque grills for you to use during your stay. Don’t forget to pick up beach necessities such as sunscreen, lip protection, and even after-sun lotion.

Let us help you find the perfect vacation rental for your next Ocean Isle Beach getaway!

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