Location: Evian, Shipyard, Island Areas, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA (Near pool and tennis, short walk or bicycle ride to beach.)
Accommodations: Villa, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Condominium Villa
Shipyard...the Best on Hilton Head?? Evian...the Best in Shipyard?? Let me explain my claim. When weI looked for a vacation property and an eventual retirement location, we looked carefully along the eastern seaboard.
Hilton Head, with its planned communities, preservation of natural beauty, and restrictions on uncontrolled and ugly sprawl was the clear winner. (Wal-Mart is hard to find - it's hidden in the woods - planned that way. McDonald’s Golden Arches are only five feet high and unlighted, a requirement. No billboards, period.)
On the Island, we looked for space, quiet, a fine beach, and access to recreation, shopping and restaurants.
Sea Pines is the largest development (called plantations here) and beautiful, but too big, too far from grocery stores, shops, and restaurants. We decided that for us, biggest was not always best.
We chose Shipyard because it is also beautiful and natural – and it is small and closest to the shops, stores, and restaurants which are centered along Pope Avenue and Highway 278. We can easily bicycle to these places along the many bike paths inside and outside Shipyard.
The beach frontage is not long, maybe one-quarter mile, but it is deep and clean with fine white sand and has all the room one could ask for.
Inside Shipyard, at the very center, we found Evian, the premier condominium of Shipyard. Consider this: at 40 acres and 200 villas, it is the lowest density condominium development on the entire island.
It is a collection of 28 very separate buildings with a maximum of seven villas each. We have space, and quiet, and trees, and water, and plantings, and room to walk, play, and just enjoy our surroundings. Parking, lots of it!
We chose an end unit – windows on all four sides, just like home. On the ground floor - because we don’t want to climb stairs. The only common wall we share with the next villa is one wall of the master bedroom.
Big windows, cross ventilation, light – lots of it. We added screen doors, front and rear, for those who like ventilation on the cooler days. The villa above us is empty in the summer – retired couple winters there - no footsteps on our ceiling.
You can learn more about Evian by Googling Evian Villas - but note, there are some in France too, just like ours.
We have a large pool, one-half block away, with deck space in the shade or in the sun. (I prefer the shade, she sunbathes.) It has changing rooms, restrooms, vending machine, lots of deck space and many lounge chairs.
Adjacent to the pool is a four acre lake – that’s BIG! It has fish, frogs, turtles, white ibis, blue heron, and Big Al – about nine feet of lazy alligator. You may watch all these from the safety and comfort of a large gazebo which is built out over the water. You can walk or bike all the way around the lake on paved paths.
And, right next to the pool and lake, are the six tennis courts, four of them lighted for night play. No charge for pool or tennis – they come with your rental.
It's seven blocks to our beach, a nice walk, but we ride our bikes. Takes less than ten minutes. There is a turn-around/unloading circle right at the beach, so you can unload kids and all your beach stuff and then go park. Really nice arrangement.
Speaking of bikes, we have arrangements with Riding Tigers Bike Rentals (843-686-5833) to give our guests discounts on weekly bike rentals. Simply call them and say you are staying at 294 Evian and they will take care of you. We also provide beach umbrella and two chairs, two Boogie boards, some fishing gear, and tools for sand castles.
On rainy days or when we want to stay inside, the house is comfy, light and equipped just like home. It is professionally decorated in Laura Ashley style with a light yellow and blue color scheme.
Three places to eat - the formal dining room, the kitchen, or the outdoor awning-covered patio - give us room not only for ourselves but for guests, not to mention a convenient spot to spread out a puzzle or game board.
We keep Parcheesi, Monopoly, Mancala, Scrabble, puzzles and classic kids’ videos on hand for the little ones as well as a small library of paperbacks and coffee table books for the grown-ups.
We enjoy watching movies while we’re at the villa so there’s a DVD player in the living room, VCR and DVD in the kids’ bedroom, and VCR in the master bedroom. Cable is provided in the living room and the master bedroom. No cable TV in the kid's room. It's easier to monitor the kids' viewing that way.
Speaking of bedrooms, the master suite has a king size bed, sitting area, TV in spacious armoir, door onto the patio, private full bath, and walk-in closet – all separated by a door from the rest of the unit.
The second bedroom we call the kids’ room. It has two double beds for up to four youngsters. (our daughter always brings guests) There is a second full bath for them.
The dining room (seating for 6) also has a door onto the patio. It overlooks a quiet lagoon beyond which is a golf course fairway. Nice quiet and restful view. Wading birds, squirrels, and occasionally, deer in the evening.
Hilton Head is known for its quality and variety of restaurants, over 300 of them, but we like to cook. The kitchen is fully equipped with all you’ll need. Three cookbooks are provided for our guests as well as many extras for meal preparation - Belgian waffle maker, griddle, blender, bagel toaster, electric mixer, big pots and pans, etc. Kitchen eat-in area has table for 4.
So, consider us. We would love to have you as our guest. And we hope you will enjoy our villa as much as we do.
You may write: or call:
Shannie Bibie Hughes (see phone number provided)
3200 W. University Ave.
Muncie, IN 47304
No smoking, no pets, please.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Golf Course Front
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Stereo radio and CD Player, No Pets
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$725-$1000/week, one week minimum
$725/week mid September through October
$825/week Mid April to mid May and mid August to Mid Sept
$1000/week Mid May thru mid August
Contact us for longer stays November thru March when rates are negotiable
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Entrance to Evian - Shipyard, SC-South Carolina Hilton Head Island Beach Condo!
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- Entrance to Our Building - Shipyard, SC-South Carolina Hilton Head Island Beach Condo!
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- Rear View of Our Villa - Shipyard, SC-South Carolina Hilton Head Island Beach Condo!
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- View of Lagoon and Fairway from Our Patio
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- Our Five Acre Lake
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- Our bright and airy kitchen
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- Our Pool
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- Our Living Room
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- Dining Room with Door to Patio
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- Master Bedroom with King Size Bed
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- Master Bedroom Sitting Area with Door to Patio
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- Kid's Bedroom with Two Double Beds
Traveler Reviews (12)
Guest: Kathryn Silliker
(Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 10/17/06
Review Submitted: 10/17/06
Just returned from our stay September 22 - October 1. Thanks again Bill and Shannie. It was incredibly easy to work with you (you were very accomodating!) and your unit was all it promised. Wonderful weather, and a beautiful spot to relax.
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Guest: Charles Clary1
(Ellenboro, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/28/06
Review Submitted: 08/28/06
This was our 3rd year staying in the villa and it was our best time yet. The rates are still very affordable and the villa is still as nice as it was 3 years ago. Very well maintained. It really has everything you will need. The 3 bikes and the screen doors are something you will not find in other villas. Easy pay over the phone and the keys will be mailed to you, no checking in at a rental agency which usually takes at least half an hour. Very convienent. Great location w/ plenty of parking. And if you ever have a problem Bill and Shannie are very accessible. Looking forward to returning next year. Thanks Bill and Shannie for a great vacation!
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Guest: Regina Reis
(Little Ferry NJ)
Date of Stay: 07/17/06
Review Submitted: 07/17/06
We stayed here in April and really enjoyed it.It was so comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners were extremely accomodating. It was the first time in over 20 years of trips to HH that we ever stayed off Sea Pines and I'm glad we did especially during the golf tournament. We are looking forward to staying again!!!
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Guest: Donna Orvis
(Clayton, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/28/06
Review Submitted: 04/28/06
This was our third spring break vacation in Hilton Head, and this villa was by far the best one yet! Clean, comfortable, convenient, and relaxing. The villa was fully equipped, we needed for nothing. The short walk to the pool, and tennis courts made it great for our teenagers. The short bike ride to the beach was not an issue. Having the three bikes was also an added benefit. Would rent it again!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/22/05
Review Submitted: 08/22/05
This was a great place to stay! There were four of us so we usually drove to the beach, but definitely recommend the Shipyard Beach over the public one. We really enjoyed the spaciousness and all of the extras provided.
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Guest: warren & holly selig
(Scipio Indiana)
Date of Stay: 07/12/05
Review Submitted: 07/12/05
This a very nice place to stay we would highly recommend this villa to anyone , It has everything you need It is very big on the inside right on the golf course in between two lakes, just a short bike ride to the beach , few steps from the pool - tennis just a great place
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Guest: Deborah Taylor
(East Greenbush, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/06/05
Review Submitted: 05/06/05
4/23/05-4/30/05: For 15 years we have been traveling to Hilton Head Island---an affordable paradise. This villa is the nicest we have rented. Not only is it beautifully decorated and in one of the nicest plantations, but it is comfortable and well equipped. With all of the amenities you get the impression that the owners really care and want you to have a nice time. We can highly recommend this rental!
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Guest: Julie and Mark McFadden
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Date of Stay: 04/15/05
Review Submitted: 04/15/05
We had such a wonderful time in this beautiful villa. The decorating is gorgeous. The layout is perfect. We enjoyed the back patio overlooking the lagoon. The bikes were an added bonus that we thoroughly enjoyed using. Perfect location....nice and quiet. We had a very relaxing week. Looking forward to coming back. Thanks again!
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Guest: Bill & Mary Lou Cooke
(Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/29/04
Review Submitted: 11/29/04
It was our first time visiting the "low country" and we had a wonderful trip. We have stayed in many condos across the US and Canada. This condo was magnificant and we would have no hesitation recommending it to anyone. We were told to rent in Sea Pines, Palmatto Dunes etc. but settled on Shipyard. We didn't make a mistake as this unit and this community is super quiet, comfortable and beautiful. Thank you Bill and Shannie for letting us use your condo. ML
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Guest: Mike182
(Knoxville,TN)
Date of Stay: 10/11/04
Review Submitted: 10/11/04
We have stayed at numerous rentals in the "low country" area. This is by far the best/most comfortable/most convienent/best priced/easiest transaction!!! Mike,Melony,Maggie
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