The Happy Heron
Location: Private Homes, North Forest Beach, Island Areas, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA (8 miles from HHI Airport; 47 miles from Savannah Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
With the recent addition of a 40 foot heated pool / spa and new furniture, The Happy Heron is the perfect family vacation home. The Happy Heron is the 5th house from the ocean and the front yard connects to the bike path that covers the entire eastern portion of HHI. Just five blocks to Coligny Plaza (60+ shops/restaurants and grocery store), 220 steps to your own semi-private beach, or short walk or bike ride to miniature golf and waterpark, The Happy Heron is a destination, where you don't have to get back in your car once you've arrived.
This beach house comes furnished with TV's in each room, most every board and card game known to man (and child), an extensive movie collection and dedicated arts & crafts area for the kids. Two large separated living areas offer the perfect amount of peace and quiet for the adults and kids, and the single-story ranch floor plan avoids any cumbersome stairs. A combined kitchen and dining area offers the perfect place to hang out, and the kitchen table seats 10 comfortably. The house furnishings have been recently updated, with a 'Pottery Barn' look and feel throughout. This is the perfect home for two families or one family bringing along the Grandparents for a great Family Vacation. It would also be great for three couples.
The large kitchen spills into the recently updated outside living area (1300 sq ft) which includes one of the largest pools & spas in NFB, an abundance of deck space and 6’ privacy fence. The street is lined with a canopy of oak trees, and the front of the house insulated by a city-zoned park, promoting one of the most peaceful sections of North Forest Beach.
Address: 12 Heron Street, HHI, SC 29928
In summary:
• Three Bedrooms – 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Sets of Bunks (4 Beds)
• Sleeper Sofa in large living room
• Two Separate Living Areas (Living Room and Den), both with large TV’s and plenty of seating area (119 channels of cable)
• Fully stocked kitchen, washer and dryer
• Two full baths
• 220 Steps to the Sand (5th House from Beach)
• Five blocks to Coligny Plaza… bike path access just steps outside of front door
• 40’ Heated Pool and 8’ Hot Tub (Spa)
• 1300 Square feet of private outdoor living area (decking, furniture and bike rack)
• Free wireless internet
• Golf Packages available at additional cost
Guest Convenience: We've hired a management company to make sure that the house is cleaned, you have fresh towels and linens prior to your arrival, and the pool and surrounding areas are ready for your enjoyment. If you need any assistance while you are staying in our home, they are there to help. We have covered the expense of this benefit; thus, no cost to our guest.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Full Size Washer
- Dryer: Full Size Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: McRoskey King Mattress
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4)
- DVD (4)
- VCR
- Video Library: 75+ titles, including: Braveheart. Top Gun. Star Wars Series, Swingers, etc.
- CD Player (3)
- Stereo System (2)
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Private Pool: 40' Pool with connected Hot Tub and Tanning Shelf
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully stocked kitchen with utensils for 12, multiple knives, pots, pans, frying pans, cooking dishes (pyrex), collanders, glass and plastic cups, coffee cups for 12, etc.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Single story house with no stairs and little to no thresholds at each door.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter .. Oct 24-Mar 13 .. $1390/week
Spring .. Mar 14-May 29 .. $1790/week
Summer .. May 30-Aug 14 .. $2590/week
Fall .... Aug 14-Oct 23 .. $1790/week
*Pool can be heated at an additional cost
*SC Tax is an Additional 11%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Charming 3BR/2BA Vacation Home - Steps to Beach (Happy Heron)
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
There's no better place than Hilton Head for a beach vacation or golf trip:
-beautiful beaches
-close to Atlanta
-many, many golf courses
-plenty of tennis courts
-quiet and peaceful
-super nice people
-an established Island with plenty of shopping and fun things to do
The Unique Benefits at this House
We absolutely love our beach home (The Happy Heron), as it's conviently located on Heron Street. It's a single story (no stairs) with plenty of room for two families, and the two living rooms (dens) are set-up perfectly to give the kids and adults plenty of quiet time. We've put some serious focus into the backyard, and converted it into a private oasis... 1300 sq ft of deck, with a 40' pool (salt) and an 8 person hot tub. If you're looking for a quiet nights sleep, you're going to the right place, as the house is insulated with a town-zoned park (4.5 acres). Hilton Head is known for it's bike paths, and our front yard empties onto a path that will take you for miles, from Sea Pines to Port Royal. Finally, when you just don't want to cook, walk a short 5 blocks and you're in the downtown of Hilton Head, Coligny, and ready to enjoy 60+ shops and restaurants.
With over 60 Shops & Restaurants, there is something for everyone! Shop specialty stores, enjoy entertainment by local talents, then have a bite to eat at one of our tempting restaurants!
Hilton Head offers about 14 miles of beach. Most of it is along the Atlantic Ocean coast. The beaches slope very gradually in most areas. You can go out a long way from shore and still be able to sta
Always a game to be had outside the Tiki Hut. Bring your game and sand-socks in the summer.
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http://www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov/maps/pathmap.htm The Town of Hilton Head Island provides nearly 50 miles of public pathways and nature trails on which pedestrians and cyclists may enjoy the diver
Owner's Map of Private Homes
We've always loved the beach and have been "beach people". It probably dates back many years when my parents took our family to Litchfield (S. Myrtle) each summer, where we rented a house, and did everything beach... ride waves, build sand castles, steam crabs, and enjoy spending time with family. I met my wife on another beach, Manhattan Beach (Los Angeles) playing beach volleyball. When we moved back to the East Coast, we always knew we wanted a beach house, and Hilton Head, specifcally, North Forest Beach was a perfect fit.
Property Photos
- The Happy Heron - Forest Beach Kid Friendly Vacation House with Private Pool near Beach and Shopping
- 40' Pool, Spa, Tanning Shelf, Deck, Grill, Patio Furniture - Forest Beach Kid Friendly Vacation House with Private Pool near Beach and Shopping
- Tanning Shelf - Perfect for Beach Chair or Supervised Toddlers - Forest Beach Kid Friendly Vacation House with Private Pool near Beach and Shopping
- Living Room, 36" TV, Kids Art Table
- Den / Family Room (42" Plasma, large comfy sofas, vaulted ceiling)
- Kitchen
- Bar / Dining Area
- Dining Area (Huge, family style table; seats 10)
- Kitchen and Dining Area
- Kids Bunk Room (4 twin beds)
- Hall Bath (Tub and Shower)
- Guest Bedroom, Queen Bed and TV
- Master Bedroom (King Bed, TV and Sitting Area)
- Master Bath (Recently Updated, Standing Shower and Jacuzzi Tub)
- Master Bath
- Beach... just 220 steps
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