Beautiful beach house!

Guest: Tom (Gaithersburg, Maryland)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 06/27/11

We just got back from a week staying in the Kilgore's beautiful beach house. What can I say that hasn't already been said here? It was truly perfect! The house is very spacious and well furnished. The location is ideal -- close to the beach (1/3 mile, 8 minutes walking or 2 minutes by bike or golf cart), even closer to the marina. There is a pool, restaurant and small convenience store at the marina plus you can rent boats, kayaks, etc. The house is on the 17th hole of the lush Ocean Creek golf course, right around the corner from the clubhouse and driving range. There is also a nice park across the street from the clubhouse with playgrounds, picnic table, basketball court and beach volleyball. Farther down that same road is the Cabana Club pool which is perfect for kids. As others have said, the house has EVERYTHING you need. Golf cart, bikes, beach chairs, boogie board, inner tube, plus of course the linens, beach towels, and a very well-equipped kitchen. There's even a second fridge in the garage with an icemaker! We left our soft drinks in that fridge and packed a small cooler every day for the beach. Speaking of the beach, the water is perfect for kids of all ages. Our 5-year-old loved being able to get in the water without the waves crashing over her head. Plus at low tide there are large tidal pools which are perfect for younger kids. And our teenagers had a great time in the ocean every day. You can throw a football, a frisbee, or play bocce on the beach. And you can bring a dog on the beach (on a leash). From LaRee Kilgore's recommendations, we had very nice dinners at the Foolish Frog in Frogmore and the Plums restaurant in Beaufort. (Both restaurants are within a 30-35 minute drive.) We did a kayak tour and saw dolphins, including a newborn! We of course saw the deer and birds everywhere. We played golf at both the Ocean Creek and Ocean Point golf courses, both really nice courses. And kids under 16 only cost $12 walking. Plus they have a special program for younger golfers (under 12) to encourage family golf outings. There is a small gym near the beach club with two treadmills, an elliptical and some weights. Bring your own towel. There are also some nice, quiet, shady roads for a morning run outside (my favorite roads for running were Dolphin Road and Porpoise Drive near Ocean Point). Thanks again to the Kilgores for an awesome vacation. We'll be back!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

One of our best stays on the island

Guest: fastrack1 (Greenville, SC)
Date of Stay: 09/29/10 Review Submitted: 10/04/10

Our family of 9 had a wonderful time at the Kilgore's home. It was impeccably clean and well-laid out. The home is located on Bonita Drive, halfway between the beach and the marina. It is located, in my opinion, near the best public access spot on the beach. You can walk to the beach in 7 minutes, ride bikes in 2 minutes or go by golfcart in 1 minute. The home is stocked with everything you will need for cooking, including large pots for things such as shrimp boils. It has plenty of towels and even included beach towels. There is a large TV in the family room and small TV's in each bedroom. I believe each had DVD players attached. There is a very nice screened in porch overlooking the golf course and an additional 3 unscreened porches off various bedrooms of the home. The home had a very nice 6 passenger golf cart and an assortment of bikes in various conditions. The smaller kids bikes didn't work, so you might want to bring those as we did. There is a nice storage under the home for all your beach stuff. We have stayed at several homes on Fripp Island and this is one of our favorite, based on the size group we brought. Bonita Road is definitely a great road to be located on, as it is centrally located to everything. You will not be disappointed with this home and the Kilgore's were a pleasure to rent from.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Family Vacation

Guest: Mimi (Grayson, GA)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10 Review Submitted: 07/05/10

We had a wonderful family vacation at the Kilgore’s home. Our grandchildren particularly enjoyed the family-size golf cart, the deer who often visited our backyard, and the outdoor shower with hot and cold water. The house is well-decorated and well-maintained. It’s stocked with lots of extras – bikes, toys, games, puzzles, beach towels, and beach chairs. It was an easy walk to the beach – less than 5 minutes – but we all liked going in the golf cart so we could take chairs, toys, etc., along easily. The beach is lovely, and there are several island swimming pools. We were close to the marina where you could rent kayaks. We visited Hunting Island and the lighthouse there. The grandchildren’s favorite activity, though, was having someone drive them around at night on the golf cart. The kitchen has most everything you need to fix meals and we used the grill for hamburgers, hotdogs, etc. We enjoyed sitting out on the screen porch. We played golf, tennis and rode bicycles on the island. We really liked the island and will definitely recommend it to our friends.

Owner response:We are so glad your family enjoyed the house. I am looking forward to a week on the island soon myself. I hope you keep us on your list for next year as well as a Fall/Winter getaway. Fripp is great year round!

Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers.

Prepare to be pampered!

Guest: Warner Robins (Warner Robins, GA)
Date of Stay: 03/18/10 Review Submitted: 03/23/10

There is no need to look any further for “the place” to stay on Fripp. You are conveniently located to all the amenities, and the house is fully stocked. All you need is yourselves, some groceries (if you’re not going to dine on island), and lots of free time. From the luxurious linens (sheets and wonderful bath towels) to the full complement of beach towels, bikes, a “family-sized” golf cart, and all the cooking utensils you could possibly need. Plus, you have owners who truly care about their home; are available if you have any questions; and keep their calendar up-to-date—no more making plans only to discover that the place isn’t really available. What a delight to find such a wonderful home on Fripp Island … stop looking and book it today … you won’t regret a minute of your time on Fripp in this home.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: John194 (Macon Ga)
Date of Stay: 02/23/10 Review Submitted: 02/23/10

Fripp Island has become the 'getaway' for our family. We have enjoyed the privacy of the island and beauty of the Low Country. The Kilgore's house is everything we could ask for. All the comforts of home and then some. The house makes family gatherings comfortable and gives spaces for privacy. You will love your stay!

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