Location: Harbor Island, Low Country & Resort Islands, South Carolina, USA (Harbor Island, Parris Island 13 miles, Beaufort 16 miles,) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Bunk Area, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10-13)
**PARRIS ISLAND DISCOUNT..3 NIGHTS FOR $750.00..Plus passes
Welcome to "The Great Beach Getaway" on Harbor Island, Beaufort South Carolina. We are located next to Hunting State Park and Fripp Island and only 20 minutes to Beaufort or Parris Island. 90 minutes to Charleston and 60 minutes to Savannah.
Our five bedroom home is beautifully appointed with everything you will need to make your Beach Vacation one you will talk about for years to come. The home is open on the first floor with three bedrooms and upstairs offers two more bedrooms. Enjoy beautiful views of the St. Helena Sound, Marsh and Ocean from the living room, dining room, bedrooms and decks. Enjoy the ocean sounds and smells from the decks.
Harbor Island is a gated community available only to those living or staying on the Island. 14 Nautical Watch has access to the communities swimming pool, right out the front door, and the Harbor Island Racquet Club only a five minute walk away. The Racquet Club offers tennis, Olympic size pool, kids pool, playground, volleyball, fitness center and eating area... ALL AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE!! Want to spend a day at the beach? You are just a five minute walk or one minute bike ride from the Beach Access. Enjoy our Pristine Beaches and wildlife... You will play with the dolphin as they swim, encounter Sea Turtles in the evening, watch the birds chase the Shrimp Boats and so much more. You can go crabbing off the community bridges or enjoy surf fishing at the beach. This is truly an incredible spot for a family vacation. For the Golf enthusiast you only need to drive a short four miles to play the Fripp Island Golf Courses or enjoy one of the many Courses on Beaufort or Hilton Head.
Hunting Island State Park is adjacent to Harbor Island. The park offers biking, hiking, picnic areas and a Lighthouse opened for tours. The area is designated a rare Maritime Forest.
Fully stocked Kitchen, all linens, TV's, VCR, DVD, games, washer/dryer, cable, central air, microwave, iron, phone, decks, covered parking, pools, fitness center, volley ball courts, tennis courts, playground, gated community, beaches, basketball court, bikes, boogie boards.
The house is furnished with three queen-size beds, built in bunk beds (singles) full-size day bed and queen size sleeper sofa.
Nearby Attractions: Restaurants within two miles of Harbor Island, Johnson Creek Tavern offers live entertainment on weekends, in and out dining, and The Shrimp Shack has been featured several times in Southern LIving Magazine. Many waterfront dining choices in Beaufort, along with antique shops, carriage rides, parks, water parks, movie theatres and much more.
Hunting State Park with trails, biking, lighthouse tours, camping Fripp Island offers Golf on their two golf courses along the Ocean, Charleston is only 80 miles from Harbor, Savannah is only 60 miles away, and Hilton Head is about 45 miles away. Water activities include kayak rentals, ocean and marsh tours from Kayak Farm, ACE Basin ecological and dolphin tours, boat charters, horseback riding and much more.You can rent Kayaks and additional bikes from Barefoot Bubba's right outside the Island gate.
We hope you choose to stay with us and make it a vacation you will always remember.
WE WELCOME MILITARY FAMILIES: GREAT PLACE TO STAY FOR PARRIS ISLAND GRADUATION GRADUATION. READ BOARD FOR COMMENTS OF MILITARY FAMILIES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Full Size stackable
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Car ports under the house
- Covered Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed: 1 Day bed full size
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed: queen sleeper sofa in living room
- Crib: Pack and Play
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Fully stocked, ice maker, pots, pans, glassware, blender, can opener, coffee pot, toaster
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Small electric indoor/outdoor grill available
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Deck off upstairs bedroom, offers ocean views 1st floor deck along back of house offers awesome marsh and sound views
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View: From top deck
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Located on the marsh, awesome marsh and St. Helena Sound Views
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Code will be provided at time of booking
- Other Amenities
- No Smoking inside, Bikes, Boogie Boards, Games, Kids Beach chairs, Pack-n-Play, High Chair, Wireless internet service
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed: Outside only, please use sand buckets provided outside and do not throw waste in yard or in marsh
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Volleyball, Fishing, hiking, Hunting State Park, bike trails, Lighthouse, Rent Kayaks from Barefoot Bubba's
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring .. $1950/week../ $375 PER NIGHT
Summer .. $2350/week.
Fall .... $1650.00/week.$325 PER NIGHT
Winter .. $1250.00/week. $275 PER NIGHT
Parris Island Grads- $250-300 per night (min. 3 night stay)
Nightly Rates available Off Season ADD cleaning fees.
11% tax , add car passes, cleaning
Sat.-Sat. ONLY during SUMMER**Holidays may be higher
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful 5BR House-Marsh & Ocean-Wi-Fi-Parris Island Discount
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Harbor Island
We discovered the area by accident. My husband's dad had just passed away and we needed a vacation. We threw the kids in the car (they were little then) and headed south. We ended up staying on Seabrook Island. Loved the area so much, we bought a small condo. a couple of years later, someone made us an offer we couldn't refuse and we sold our condo on Seabrook in 2005 and purchased our home on Harbor. I chose Harbor because it was still "undiscovered" and had a certain charm. We fell in love with the simple things Harbor had to offer. Once on the Island you have access to the amenities. The pristine beach, beautiful marshes, awesome pools, tennis courts, volleyball, fitness center. Matt has discovered the joys of fishing. It is hassle free, you can just go out to the beach, or under the bridge, or peir fish at Hunting. Charters are available. Next time we go he is going to try to fish from the kayak! I love to relax at the ocean and pools. We both enjoy biking, hiking and golfing (plenty of courses within 30 minute drive). Hunting State Park is a mile down the road and is a must see when visiting. The town of Beaufort is so charming with its old homes, shops and restuarants. Parris Island is about 20 minutes away. I have many families stay for the son/daughter's Marine graduation..I love that I am somehow a part of those family reunions!
The Unique Benefits at this House
You will enjoy the ever changing tides, wild life and peacefulness of the area. You can just relax, or take advantage of the amenities of the Island. Group volleyball games are a blast, (I love volleyball). The pool, playground area is great for families with smaller children. You are not partitioned off from everyone..the baby pool is next to the playground and larger pool. Pack your cooler and spend the day! I have some bikes, beach chairs, beach toys etc..for you to use when renting from me. I hope you choose to stay with us..it truly is a vacation you will always remember.
Owner's Map of Harbor Island
We are Matt & Karen Zerbe and we hope you enjoy the Low Country as much as we do. We have 2 children, Jacob and Jackie. We currently live in Southeast Indiana. We love the peace and tranquility that Harbor Island has to offer. It is a great place to relax and make wonderful memories with family and friends.
Property Photos
- 14 Nautical Watch across from Pool and Surrounded by Marsh - Beaufort, SC - South Carolina Vacation Real Estate Rental
- Living Area to Foyer - Beaufort, SC - South Carolina Vacation Real Estate Rental
- Great Room and Kitchen-Table seats 8 - Beaufort, SC - South Carolina Vacation Real Estate Rental
- Great Room and Foyer/Game Area
- Foyer with sleeper sofa
- 1st Floor Master with Water Views
- 2nd Floor Master with private deck and views of Ocean and Marshes
- Bedroom 3-Queen
- Bedroom 4- Double
- Bedroom 5-Bunk room
- Harbor Island Raquet Club Pools
- View from Deck
- Nautical Watch Neighborhood Pool
- Relax at the Beach
- Fun at the Beach
- Beautiful Tidal Creeks throughout the Island
Guest Comments (20)
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Maggie , Orlando,FL
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Melinda Lis , Orlando Florid
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From Guestbook entry: Dear Karen and family; Day one-coming from 0 degrees to 60+ was the beginning of what would be an awesome family week. We combined our 25th wedding anniversary, flying our sons friends/family to attend our youngest sons Marine Graduation. My husband and I came early to enjoy alone time and check out the local surroundings before everyone else arrived late Weds....this home was perfect for us. There was every convenience we needed. Everyone commented on how nice it was decorated. We were going to stay in hotels and took the chance to stay here. It was perfect and everyone could have their own space if need be. We really enjoyed having all our family together. Staying a night after graduation was a great way to wind down and reflect family day and graduation. The Six family
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from guest book: The Simmons family really enjoyed their stay in your nice house on this lovely Island. Everyone had fun and was very comfortable. Thanks for a great time. Your house flows so onicely and is so attractive. This was our first visit here but it will not be our last. Thanks!
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from guest book: I was very scepticale about renting a vacation home over the internet, but this has been a wonderful retreat for our family. We enjoyed the pool, the beach and Hunting Island. We did a day trip to Beaufort. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We did our best to take good care of your home so we would be welcomed to return. We look forward to spending another vacation here in the future. The Essex Family
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Thank you Karen! I just hope that one day our paths will take us back to your home. Or Maybe it will lead us to purchase a home there in that area. I loved it sooooo much. I still can remember the smells, the ocean, the marsh, I will never forget it! GOD be with you and your family and Thank you!
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Hey Karen. Just a quick note to let you know that we had a wonderful time in your house. It was so beautiful!!! Everyone was really amazed. It felt so much like home. It definately made the trip worthwhile. My 2 1/2 year old daughter fell in love with it and still calls it "the Blue House". The weather was great except for some rain on Thursday but we were mostly inside all day anyway. I was a proud father to see my son become a man and I appreciate you opening up your home for us. It made the experience all the more special. Once again, thank you and may God Bless you and your family. Jake
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Chloe Pullen , New Orleans, LA
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Sara Rutemeyer , Chattanooga, TN
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Hey Karen! I just can't tell you how much I LOVED Harbor Island. I mean, I truly fell in love with Harbor Island, Beaufort, and all of the Low Country area!! Beyond being a great place to stay for Matthew's Parris Island graduation, it was just a beautiful vacation spot. I just thought it was all so wonderful. I'm so glad to have found it (and your lovely vacation home). As soon as we got home I started looking online to buy a home on Harbor Island, but all too quickly my hopes were realized as Eric, my husband, noted that the prices were a little out of our price range. So, here's to dreaming - and if we won't be your neighbor, then I do hope to come, at least, visit again! Thanks again for introducing us to such a lovely place! Chloe CFP