You are here looking north from our beach access about 350 feet from our home.
Location: Beaufort, Low Country & Resort Islands, South Carolina, USA (Only 1 hr No.of Savannah,&1 hr So.of Charleston, near HH Isl)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
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Come away to Serenity! This quaint brick ranch is nestled on the last street on the eastern edge of the earth. This is the cleanest estuary in No America! This is so private & serene; this is Low Country at it's BEST! Enjoy 1.5 Acres and only 350 feet from Atlantic Ocean & St.Helena Sound! Sandwiched between Edisto Island, to the north, Hilton Head Island to the south, next to Harbor, HUNTING and Fripp Islands.This is South Carolina's most beautiful, never crowded public beach of Hunting Island State Park and our private beach of Coffin Point. All amenities of downtown Beaufort are only minutes away. You will be swept away by the charm & richness of this Historical oldest Port city settled in the mid 1500's by the Spanish. Beaufort has been the most fought over territory in all of our country and it started here at St.Helena's Islands. Rich with Civil War history, ancient fortresses ruins & museums are hidden amongst the hundred-year-old Live Oak trees draped with Spanish moss & Resurrection ferns, which encompass my home. The Historic Penn Convention Center and Museum rich in Gullah Culture is just five minutes away.
Only 2 miles from 6 Low Country restaurants, our home is located Only 15 minutes from Downtown Beaufort, antique shops, book stores, art galle, groceries & town life!
CLICK ON "MORE PHOTOS HERE" NEXT to the CALENDER BELOW.
FREE HUNTING ISLAND BEACH PASS-ONLY minutes to the BEST BEACHES in SC at Hunting Island LIGHTHOUSE, Harbor Island Beach & Fripp Island Beach! Horseback riding in the sand streets of the neighborhood! Visit Fort Fremont, Penn Center, Parris Island & the fabulous rare white Wood Storks nesting @ Lands Ends. Only 1 hr for day trips to Sav Ga.& Charleston S.C.!
Enjoy the pristine beaches entirely alone! In the evening you can hear the gentle waves rolling in as they break on the deserted beach. Don’t miss the serene sunrise with coffee in your mornings at 7 am over the Atlantic and wine with the romantic starlit moonrise over this edge of the earth. Watch for the Clam Diggers in the spring and they will teach you how to harvest your own Cherry Stone clams at low tide when in season! You can Net shrimp, or catch dinner directly on the beach.
This 1.5-acre lot is scattered with hundred year old mossy live oaks with their own stories to tell, many predating Columbus. The trees intertwine in a romantic arbor canopying over the streets. These majestic oaks trees will amaze you with strength, beauty and stature. We have one in back over 36ft at the base. ay from it all! This is a great place to get away from it all.
The beach access is directly across the street of my property adjacent to the two towering Pines at the north end. You will find everything you need to escape the pressures of life! The Brick cottage is warm, comfortable, and cozy. It is decorated with my favorite things from my grandmothers wedding furniture in 1929 to hand knotted Persian rugs, antiques, and living room with huge a masonry fireplace, ballard bookcas
The Carolina Sunroom with Terra Cotta tiled floors views a tropical rain forest of mossy oaks stretching out in the sky as think black lightning. This is the perfect get-away with all the feeling of home, not your typical VRBO rental. We have HDTV,DVD, VCR & Comcast high-speed wireless internet, color printer & fax for you workaholics.
This one level ranch has two masters, bedroom #1 with a king size bed, it also has a TV and DVD. Master two has a queen bed, and a daybed, bedroom #3 has a double bed. A two car Garage for parking is available, and washer dryer is there.
Be sure to STOP at Lady’s Island Publix for groceries on Hwy 21 on the way in,
also STOP at the WHITE Shrimp Company on Hwy 21 for the freshest Shrimp, BEST CRAB CAKES, Oysters and homegrown sweet potatoes!
Spend a day or two in Beautiful downtown Beaufort! Be sure to take the Historic Trolley Tour at the Visitor Center YOU HAVE TO ASK FOR THE WALTER GAY TOUR, it is the Horse Drawn Carriage Tour!
Antiques, Art Galleries, Pottery, Clothing, Gourmet, Jewelry & Gifts, BAYSIDE Boardwalk Unique Shops Along Historic District Downtown Park and Beaufort Marina.
GUIDE TO Excellent Restaurant & PRICE REVIEW DO NOT MISS:
$$ BOONDOCKS***Coffin Point Rd &Hwy 21
$ATHENIA**** Greek Rest on Ribaut,
$ALVIN ORDS ****sandwich shop on Ribaut Rd,
$BACK PORCH GRILL**** tucked in the Port Royal LandingMarina $$BLACKSTONE’S**** breakfast,
$$BRICKS**** 4 LUNCH
$$$MOON DOGGIES ****
$$MAGNOLIAS*** for lunch $$$ FACTORY CREEK****
$$$11th ST PORT ROYAL Dockside****dont miss!
$$BELLE THAI***Real Thai on Boundary St..
$$$PLUMS**(the view is great)
$$$Emily’s*****, $$$$Saltus****, $$$MOON DOGGIES**** in Port Royal@ 10th St
THINGS TO DO: There are always events going on in Downtown Beaufort Park on the Waterfront! Walking home and Ghost tours, horse buggy historical tours! Must see Hunting Island Beach & Light house! Pass $4 to Hunting Island National State Park where the beaches are THE BEST & the Loggerhead Turtles lay their eggs in season. Island Beaches- Sunning, Swimming,, Water Sightseeing or Dolphin Sighting Cruises@ the downtown Welcome Center on BAY St. Its CHEAP! THE MUSTS: You HAVE TO take TROLLEY TOUR with WALTER GAY, Boat trip @ at PORT ROYAL LANDING Marina WITH CAPTAIN BILL with the Saltwind in your hair! Go horse back riding in the Sand streets @ Camelot Farms@ the entrance of Coffin Point Plantation on Coffin Pt Rd. You can go Kayaking in the neighborhood on Ave of the Sailing-Surfing-Scuba, or Snorkeling-Kayaking@ HIGHER GROUND on Boundary St. Biking, Walking, Golf, Fishing and crabbing directly across from the home in the water or Deep Sea fishing available just across the Street with Capt. Ed.
All LONG-TERM SNOWBIRDS 10% discounts FOR SENIORS!
Please EMAIL for long-term rates or if you are interested in buying in this area or staying while you look or build.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : new a/c 2006
- Linens Provided : If you bring your own it sure makes your clean up day a lot easier.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage : 2 car garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking : side yard
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : space available by request.
- Wood Fireplace : Real Wood Burning Huge Masonry Fireplace!
- Beds
- King Bed : In master which faces the water.
- Queen Bed : In back of house facing the woods
- Double Bed : in middle bedroom.
- Twin/Single Bed : Day bed in the 2nd master with the Queen
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : COMCAST CABLE 3 TV's & 2 DVD's one VCR
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : several DVD's ANd VCR MOVIES
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : all newer Maytag appliances!
- Cooking Utensils Provided : everything you need!
- Refrigerator : side by side Maytag
- Dishwasher : Maytag
- Microwave : Maytag
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : front deck is 16 by 24 feet can see water form deck and hear the waves
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Private sandy beach across the street
- Beach View : Directly across from the beach access!
- Ocean View : Directly across from the beach access! Sit on the deck at high tide and the waves with your coffe or beer or wine!
- Water View : Listen to the soft waves of the Atlantic Ocean come ashore on the St Helena Sound
- Golf Course Front : 13 local Golf clubs within ten miles
- Monument View : Veiw the Atlantic Ocean from master bedroom windows
- Communications
- Telephone : Majic Jack Phone with all long distance free. 843 217 6707 home number you will be responsible for using it properly, it needs to be reset every week to few days.
- Free Long Distance : FREE, landlord not responsible for tenants that dont know how to use majic jack VOIP or cant get it to work. Your cell phones works near all windows.
- Computer : COMCAST HIGH SPEED with wifi no children allowed to play on computer
- Broadband Internet : Comcast HI SPEED! wifi
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Comcast wi fi . YOU CONNECT I am not responsible if you dont know how to CONNECT YOUR OWN LAP TOP
- Other Amenities
- HIGH SPEED COMCAST INTERNET w/wifi FOR your LAPTOPS, COMCAST 140 CHANNEL TV, DVD CD Player am/fm Stereo, The Kitchen is fully equipped, all Maytag appliances, Rotisserie, cookware, and staples such as, tea, coffee, condiments, spices, paper plates, napkins, flatware, paper towels, coffee filters, trash bags, detergents, dishes, plastic & foil wrap and toilet paper, PLEASE REPLACE WHAT YOU USE please, COFFEE MAKER W/COFFEE, & Dishwasher, Plates, Linens and towels (including beach towels) are provided, Iron & Ironing board, Hair dryer, Curling Iron, Two bikes provided for riding, ALL DOGS MUST BE LEASHED WHEN WALKING THE NEIGHBORHOOD OR BEACH, USE BEACH ACCESS ONLY, This is a neighborhood COMMUNITY
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : please leash when outside, Beaufort Co. has Leash Laws! Kennels maybe available you are responsible for pet damages.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : level ranch with a few steps at the entrance
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly : Kids can swim with jellies right at the beach bring your rafts!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Mature renters WANTED!
- Smoking Allowed : SMOKING OUTSIDE ONLY! if the inside smells like smoke you may loose the deposit.
- Smoking Not Allowed : This is a non smoking home. OUTSIDE SMOKERS ONLY!
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Horseback riding available at Camelot Farms and Kayaking available at first home/warehouse on the right as you enter into the neighborhood past the brick columns, ask me.if confused. SEE LOGGERHEADS LAY EGGS at Hunting Island Nature Center ask about the tour! Several nests on our beach last year but do not touch! Activities nearby-Two bikes provided for riding, WALKING ON THE BEACH, Look for Dolphin, Sharks, Clam digging, Historical tours, Kayaking at Higher ground Boundry ST, Boating at Port Royal Landing for $15 per hour per person for tours ask for Capt Bill, Look in Blue box in familyroom for Brochures!, April - Soft Shell Crab Festival, May Gullah Festival, July - Flying Pig Festival, July - Annual Beaufort Water Festival, October - Annual Beaufort Shirmp Festival, October - Fall Festival of Houses and Gardens, November - Annual Penn Center Heritage Days, December - Night on the Town
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$2500 to 3500 pr month, rates of $1000 pr to $1500 pr wk w/$250 Security Deposit
payments are due 60 to 90 days in advance, unless long term rental.Holiday wks $ .
$250-$500 Deposit depending on size of party & NUMBER OF GUESTS, LENGTH OF STAY
Discounts for: longer than a month, and for over 60 10% off for either or both
Best Value Sea Islands Area!closest to priv beach Hunting Isl.State Pass Included!
Email me with any questions! Pet fee $100-200 by breed and lbs. must be leashed
Personal checks ok & MONEY ORDERS OK. you typically need to book 4 to 6 mo advance
Please ask 4 refund policy by email, 5% service fee on all credit cards,,,
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
In 1995, My husband and I were driving back to Atlanta from Jacksonville and stopped in Savannah for lunch. I picked up my usual real estate magazines and paged through them until I found a quaint home for sale on Port Royal Island SC. Now that just sounded so beautiful. I begged my husband to take a detour. Then we found Beaufort South Carolina; Driving the old road of Hwy 17 from Savannah through a canopy of Oaks I felt I De Ja Vu , I had somehow been here before. It was so magical and peaceful, I felt I was home. I knew the first time I arrived in Beaufort that this would eventually be my home. My search then began for the next ten years driving every little road to find something wonderful,special and afforadable. When I arrived at Saltwind I knew this was the magical place. Please join me on my journey to Saint Helena Island in Beaufort SC. I hope you love this tropical oasis as much as I do.
Why the Owner Chose Beaufort
We bought this home with the intention of moving here as soon as we could but employment and health factors soon changed our situation. I angst over whether to let go of my dreams and loose my deposit of $3000 or risk having two homes and go through with it. My Aunt Carole came to the rescue with the vrbo website, I had never even heard of it much less used it. I don’t take vacations. I work. I wanted the property so much; and hopefully this would be my final home so I went through with buy the home. It proved to be much more trouble than i had anticipated but all in all I am still taken with it, STILL in love with my home, my location, and my struggles to implement my ideas to improve it.
NEXT TO BE BUILT IS A RAMP THEN FRENCH DOORS TO THE FRONT! Constantly working on it with lots of unexpected repairs and surprises...
The Unique Benefits of this House
Beaufort and Saint Helena Island offer the history of Low Country with the very first settlers from Europe to North America. The ancient trees, the moss that came over with the Spaniards on the sails of their ships now drapes everything here.
The first Frenchmen in America settled here as did the first of the English. The first Plantations, the first slaves... the islands were first in the Gullah and Geeche cultures.
This island has been waiting here for hundreds of years just waiting for you and I to discover it's treasures. While the rest of world races past at its hectic pace, this little island is much the same as it was when Columbus, Ponce De Leon, and DeSoto set foot upon the New World of North America.
This is a home, not just a rental. It is very comfortable and quiet! Walk your dogs with your morning coffee in privacy on the beach. Fish right in the sound across the street and cook up dinner with your own harvest of clams, oysters, fish & crabs.. In the Summer, Soaking in the salty warm waters at high tide is like a walking into an ocean sized hot tub. The soft gentle waves are a real treat you don't have to fight riptides and the towing out to sea. In early summer watch the Loggerhead Sea turtles nest right on the beach at the access as they have for thousands of years, or investigate the nests they leave on the beach. In late August, the eggs hatch and the baby turtles crawl out to sea in the early fall mornings. Or you can just Relax on the front deck with a glass of wine and a good book with the waves rolling in at high tide and listen to Pat Conroy's Beach Music.
Property Photos
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- You are here looking north from our beach access about 350 feet from our home. - Beaufort Island Accommodations
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- Sun here on our beach or head to the BIG Beach @ Hunting, baby waves or BIG ONES - Beaufort Island Accommodations
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- This is the home with a new deck, new metal roof, and four inch high baby steps - Beaufort Island Accommodations
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- Enjoy the evening with a warm cozy fire in the winter 3 tv's, 2 DVD's and a VCR
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- MEN Relax and watch a football game in the Carolina Sunroom, Comcast DVD & VCR!
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- DINING ROOM W TABRIZ RUG QUEEN ANNE TABLE FRENCH DRS TO SUNROOM STEREO 5 DISC CD
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- Master bed room with a king bed and memory foam pad, Tv, DVD adjoins bath
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- #3 East Lake Bedroom with a double bed, memory foam bed pads,SWEET DREAMS
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- 2nd master with queen bed & a day bed, memory foam pad & attached private bath
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- Pre-Columbus Pose at this Oak 50ft behind our sunroom the base is 36 ft around!
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- Looking at the north side of the front yard to the right of the driveway in Oct
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- Go fishing at the Hunting Island pier it is near the end of H I near Fripp.
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- Climb to the top of the edge of the world at Hunting Island Lighthouse 170 steps
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- This is the beach at Hunting Island just five minutes away! Free PARK PASS 4 YOU
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- Eat here at DOCKSIDE ON 11th St PortRoyal Split the Dockside Plat. w xtra salad
Traveler Reviews (9)
Peaceful-private-spacious-comfortable
Guest: Kristie12
(Hixson, TN)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/08/11
We enjoyed our stay and Helene was most helpful. If you are looking for peace and quiet-----look no further. Awesome sun from (we stayed there all the time inside unless we were asleep). Front porch is awesome. Short easy walk to private beach access. Just nice! Thanks,Helene!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Ready to return!
Guest: Jack
(Blairsville, GA)
Date of Stay: 05/10/11
Review Submitted: 07/24/11
This home is a perfect vacation getaway. The owners are very helpful and responsive with loads of ing=formation about the home and the area. The house is well furnished, very comfortable and well located to the beach and the delightful town of Beaufort with it's many restuarants and shopping. I am retired military and found it an easy drive to Paris Island to visit their extensive exchange and other facilities. The area is conducive to long walks or exploring the beaches with some beautiful scenary as an added bonus. Staying at this home is truluy an enjoyable experience and I can't wait to return!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Great House & Location ! Exactly as described. We had everything we needed. Thanks Again !
Guest: Boston Guy
(Lilburn , Georgia)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 07/05/11
The house and area photo's in the online brochure were perfect. The house was centrally located so we were able to visit and enjoy the Entire surrounding area. Beach access was easy and close. After settling in we enjoyed the local restaurants, purchased great fresh seafood 5 minutes away. Hunting Island beach is truly a gem amoung beaches in the U.S and just minutes away ! We visited downtown Beaufort on 2 seperate visits ,one of which was at night and we were able to walk around and enjoy the park which borders the canal and all the restarants and pubs as well. Parking was easy and free after 6:00 p.m ! Also when desiring peace and quiet the house was Perfect! Night sky had lots of stars to look at as well as the sound of the surf. The last night we were there made us realize how much more we need to come back to. Thanks Again !
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners.
Great Getaway
Guest: CeCe
(Atlanta)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11
Review Submitted: 06/29/11
We have vacationed here twice and both times were very enjoyable. I believe the owners are very responsive and try to make sure their guests have everything they need and want We shall return again soon.
Owner response:Thank you CeCe , I love it when the house is full of three generations of the same family. Good times are had indeed. I only wished you all could have stayed longer. The photos you made me of the Avenue of the Oaks are absolutely beautiful what a thoughtful gift! and I love the photos you sent me of your grandsons on the beach, and at Dockside Restaurant. They are absolutely adorable, I may have to steal them! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, I hope you come again soon it was a pleasure to have you again as always, hope to have you guys again ! :)
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Dishonest and Dirty
Guest: Caitlin
(NC)
Date of Stay: 05/30/11
Review Submitted: 06/28/11
Although Helene was friendly up front, things quickly took a turn south after she left. That evening, the kitchen flooded from a leak under the sink that Helene already knew about, but didn't take care of before we stayed. The sheets in the master bedroom were dirty from the previous person who stayed, and we had to wash and remake them before we could even use the bed. (The entire house wasn't very clean, anyway). We were asked to "stick around" the next day so the plumber could come and fix the leak in the sink, and were asked the next day to do the same, as the refrigerator repairman was coming, as well. Our stay was only three nights, so two of our days were sucked up with repairs that should have been taken care of before we stayed. When we asked Helene to refund the cleaning fee and our security deposit, she refused. Sound like a good vacation?? Helene is dishonest, at best, and you are hereby forewarned.
Owner response:Shelley, I am sorry that you are the kind of person that you would try to hurt my future business by writing something untrue. You never once complained that you were being inconvenienced in anyway, nor did you mention anything concerning the cleanliness of the home while you were there. I offered you a 3day free weekend stay to make up for you having to wash your own dishes in the kitchen sink instead of the dishwasher due to the leak under the sink. Karma is a funny and wonderful thing. I ran into Kent, from Lucky Plumbing, remember him? He told me he thought it was very strange that he saw no evidence of your "FLOOD". In fact, he said the sponges lying under the kitchen sink were all dry to the bone. He replaced the piping anyway since he thought it was old and I had to pay for a service call anyway. I thought it was odd that 5 adults with 5 cell phones and not one photo anywhere of this flood.
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Relaxing time
Guest: Mike
(Matthews, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/01/10
Review Submitted: 05/16/11
We stayed the month of June 2010 and just scratched the surface of all the area has to offer. There is enough to please everyone (History, Beach, Solitude, Shopping, Fishing) and many great places to eat. All in all if we can find the time we will return as we had a wonderful stay. We did the Ghost Walk tour in Beaufort the guide was great and he looked exactly like Johnny Depp from Pirates of the Caribbean We have stayed at many VRBO listings around the US and this met our expectations. You are out of the hectic tourist scene yet close enough if that is what you desire.The pictures do not reflect the true beauty of the area.
Owner response:Mike, Thanks so much, for your review, and i will have to take the Johnny Depp tour, haven’t done that yet. The Walter Gay tour is the greatest , I would encourage everyone to take that tour! It is fascinating especially if you love history. I too found the beauty of this area too much to resist. I knew the first time I came to this town I had to live here someday. As I have not quite made it yet, I did buy this home in 2004 and have at least satisfied some facet of my immediate needs to satisfy that urge, I still long to make it permanent. I sincerely hope you do indeed find the time to return and I will still have my home here for you, making a few improvements here and there as I go along. Hope to see you and your family again soon. Thanks again Helene
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Wonderfully Comfy!
Guest: mightydi
(Asheville)
Date of Stay: 12/01/10
Review Submitted: 05/01/11
This house is wonderful! Very cozy , very "lived-in" kind of a feel - lots of comfy furniture - not like so many cold, sparsely furnished vacation homes you visit nowadays. The sunroom is particularly appealing with lots of light for reading. The huge yard and surrounding neighborhood is breathtakingly beautiful with the old oak trees an Spanish moss everywhere. Short walk to beach. Very nice landlady too. Leave your cares behind at this house!!!
Owner response:Hey Mighty Di, thanks for taking such great care of my home and I doubt I will have anyone one else bringing their dog and Horse! (boarded down the street). I am so sorry you had to cancel this winter, I am so used to having you their, it is like having a sister or good friend at my home. thanks for loving it as much as I do.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+.
A phenomenal find if you're lucky enough to get an opening - You will not regret it!
Guest: Mike from Ohio
(East Centrral Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10
Review Submitted: 04/28/11
There are so many wonderful things I could say about 15 saltwind. The entire experience was a pleasure from the initial contact with Helene (the owner) through the stay and beyond. Don't let relatively low rental rate fool you. This is a beautiful & charming rental in an ideal location for just about anybody. Helene has gone above and beyond any home owner I've ever rented from. From the moment you walk in the door, it's almost like you’re in the wrong place because you fell like you've just walked into someone’s home while they were out at the store. No cheap, discount clearance furniture here that I see in many homes. These are Helene's possessions, from her grandmother’s living room suit, her own dining table and chairs, all are tasteful and welcoming. Personal mementoes and local decorations add another air of personality. In a welcome switch from many places, all you need is there waiting for you. All appliances i.e. laundry, dish washer (big plus, who wants to do dishes on vaca.?), full size kitchen, gas grill (huge plus for me!) etc well maintained and ready to go. If any have a problem, call her and the repair man is there next day. Fabulous! The cabinets and fridge have all the essentials you need. If you use the last of the ketchup, buy more before you leave. Still have peanut butter left? Put it in the cabinet for the next guest. What a great idea! I loved it. Plenty of sleeping options. Bring the extended family for a great getaway. As far as location, you couldn't ask for more. Right in between Savannah and Charleston, 2 fun and beautiful day trips. Lots to do in Beaufort, many top-notch restaurants (Ask Helene for suggestions, she knows the best. Also, another neat feature, under the coffee table is a basket with local menus and on many are handwritten reviews and recommendations from past guests. Invaluable). Our favorite is Hunting Island State Park. Have been coming to HI for 15 years and this is by FAR the best place we stayed. Forget Fripp and Harbor, this is the place. Last year spent nearly every day there! So much to do looking for shells and our favorite...Shark Teeth. My 4 y/o found 200+ last year alone. Amazing fun. Nature programs and other fun stuff at the park also. I'm really just touching the surface here. You won't believe everything you get for the price. Helene has made this more affordable than you can imagine. There are lesser houses that cost 2x as much (I've been there). You will love it!!!
Owner response:WOW MIKE! You said it all ! Thanks so much, I couldnt have done better myself, i enjoy all your email as well. i really feel like i am getting to know you and your family. I can't wait again until you come back this year and next!. I love it when someone loves this place the same way I do and sees the same things I do. It is such a magical tropical oasis and there is no other place exactly like it, not with the town and the beaches, the culture, the nature and the historical significance. This is America's "Roots" and you can feel it down in your bones when you get here. I really enjoy having you and we shall make it a tradition. Sorry you missed seeing the Loggerhead lay her eggs on the beach maybe she will come back while you are here this year and lay another nest they do tend to return to the same beach each year and they are doing DNA testing on our beaches nests to see if it is the same turtle and the laying the same nests. :) Thanks so much! Helene.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Peace and serenity in the low country! Thanks Helene!
Guest: Sue
(Randolph, NY)
Date of Stay: 03/03/11
Review Submitted: 03/30/11
We just returned from a totally relaxing stay at this lovely home. We have used VRBO exclusively for nearly 10 years, always a good experience, but Helene takes it to a whole new level. What a joy to find someone to work with that we will always call friend. The home is stocked with all that anyone could need-just take your clothes. The location-wow-just what we wanted. Hunting Island State Park is a must visit. If you are looking for peace, beauty and down-time--this is it. No hustle and bustle, just a gorgeous natural setting. Took nearly 800 photos-this was exactly what we were looking for-and we hope to return soon. Thanks Helene-you made our visit perfect. Sue and Ron
Owner response:Hey Sue, I was so glad you could come and have a wonderful stay, you have to send me some of those photos, I can't wait! This is a special paradise for healing and relaxing. We also owe a special thanks to Diana Marshall for giving up for you one of her already booked months, I was so happy we could make it all happen for you. Take care, and I really hope to hear from you and see you both come back next year. I look forward to meeting you next time.:)
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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