The house sits on a very private lot with a beautiful lagoon view from the back.
Location: Private Homes, Vanderhorst Plantation, Kiawah Island, Charleston Area, South Carolina, USA (Address Is 235 Glen Abbey)
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)
Keywords: House
Our Vanderhorst Plantation beach house is in a quiet residential neighborhood behind the second security gate. It sits on a large, heavily wooded lot with a gorgeous lagoon view from almost every room. Spacious living areas with vaulted ceilings, heart pine floors and skylights make this 4200 square foot house bright, warm, and open.
Our home was designed for family vacations or groups of friends. Typical guests are either 3 families of 4 or a multi-generational family of 12. The layout is conducive to both easy living and lively entertaining. The hub of activity on the first floor is a large eat-in kitchen which adjoins the family room. Our pink and gray granite countertops remind you of the sandy beach which lies just minutes from the front door. In the middle of the kitchen there is a bar height island with 2 comfortable stools for those who want to kibitz with the cook. The kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans, small appliances and a variety of utensils which will allow you to fix anything from a crab boil to Thanksgiving dinner. A starter supply of detergents for dishes and laundry, glass cleaner, a sponge and coffee filters are kept at the house.
The interior of the house is anchored by the Great Room, a space made light-filled and dramatic with vaulted ceilings and glass doors leading to the deck. We have a separate dining room which can make special occasions very special. The great room has a 65" rear projection TV and the family room has a 42" flat screen TV. Two other TVs/VCRs/DVDs complete your viewing pleasure. The great room also has a game table and a wet bar . The house has wireless High Speed Internet access.
The first floor master suite is a private paradise. The bedroom itself is a very spacious room with a king-size bed, dresser, desk, overstuffed chair and ottoman for reading, and a loveseat set in a bay window. Sliding glass doors provide direct access to the deck where two teak rocking chairs or a pair of comfortable chaises invite guests to relax and watch the activity on the lagoon out back. Just imagine the thrill of a great blue heron sweeping down to the edge of the lagoon to do a little fishing. The en suite master bathroom has a marble floor, an extra-large shower with built-in bench seating, a separate tub, and twin vanities set in white corian. The walk-in closet adjoining the bathroom is huge. In addition to having space for all your clothes, golf clubs and luggage, it can easily accommodate a crib. In fact, we keep a full-size crib and a high chair at the house. One of the four guest bedrooms (queen-size bed and full bath), a full-size laundry room, and a powder room complete the downstairs floor plan.
A wide deck overlooking the lagoon spans the entire length of the back of the house and includes built-in bench seating as well as outdoor dining furniture and a gas grill. A hot-tub is attractively tied into the deck. The fact that it's been placed in a shady spot makes it enjoyable year around, but it's especially delightful in late fall, winter, and early spring.
The second level of the house is one extra large bedroom with four twin beds and a full bath. This "dorm room" has its own TV,VCR and DVD player, a comfy chaise, and lots of closet and floor space. It's ideal for parents who want young children in the room with them or for families which include siblings, cousins, assorted friends, etc. who enjoy fellowship all day long.
On the third level, two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with two twins, share a full bath. The twin room has a balcony overlooking the lagoon.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Beach towels are also included
- Washer : Extra Large
- Dryer : Extra Large
- Garage : Roomy for 2 cars; 2 additional cars are allowed parking on the property
- Wood Fireplace : One in the great room and one in the family room
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (6)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Sturdy "table top" cover for child safety.
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : 65" rear projection TV in Living Room; 42" flat screen TV in Family Room
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library : Some classics like "Good Will Hunting," "The Usual Suspects"
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Extras like an electric griddle for pancakes, a waffle iron and a grilled sandwich maker
- Refrigerator : Large side-by-side with water and ice available from the door
- Dishwasher
- Microwave : Built-in as part of the double oven
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : 800 square feet with built-in bench seating, 2 teak rocking chairs, 2 Brown Jordan chaise lounges, teak dining table and chairs. Gorgeous sunset views
- Balcony : Located off the twin bed room on the third level of the house
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : House is on a heavily wooded lot with a large lagoon in the back. Gorgeous sunset views
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High speed access provided by BellSouth
- Other Amenities
- Our home sits on a 3/4 acre lot at the corner of Glen Abbey and Augusta National, We're just two streets back from the ocean (350 yards) so access to the beach is a short walk/bike ride, Amenities include two fireplaces, a wet bar in the living room, attractive and comfortable furnishings, 4 Cable TVs, 3 VCRs, fully equipped kitchen, Refrigerator with ice maker, Bed Linens and towels, full size crib and high chair, a large laundry room with a washer and dryer, private 6 person hot tub off the deck, 2-car garage with additional parking for 2 cars on the property
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : An assortment of toys and other beach paraphernalia are found in the garage.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25 years old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Crabbing, Walking (10 mile beach), Fine Dining, Sightseeing in historic Charleston, Kamp Kiawah for Kids, Water Park very nearby.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan 1-Mar 10 ........... $1650/week | June 9-Aug 11 .. $3850/week
Mar 10-May 26 ........... $2500/week | Aug 11-Sept 08 .. $2850/week
May 26-June 9 .......... $3100/week Sept 08-Oct 13 .. $2300/week
Oct 13-Jan 5 $1650/week
Holidays ....... $2400/week
Rates are for 2012. Holidays are Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's.
Weekly only rentals for Summer & Holiday (Sat-Sat). 3 night minimum.
Nightly Rentals are weekly rentals divided by five. 12.5% SC tax additional.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- The house sits on a very private lot with a beautiful lagoon view from the back. - Kiawah Island, SC - South Carolina Vacation Resort Rental
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- The great room includes a wet bar and a game table. - Kiawah Island, SC - South Carolina Vacation Resort Rental
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- A 65 inch TV in the great room allows viewing pleasure from all angles. - Kiawah Island, SC - South Carolina Vacation Resort Rental
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- The kitchen is sunny and very user-friendly. Pots & Pans galore!
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- The family room adjoins our kitchen. Everyone can kibitz with the cook.
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- A separate dining room is a nice addition to the eat-in kitchen.
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- First floor Master Bedroom has a king bed, a huge bathroom and walk-in closet.
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- The first floor guest room has a queen-size bed and full bath.
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- The "Dorm Room" has 4 twin beds, a full bath and lots of floor space.
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- The third floor guest bedroom has a queen bed and a comfortable reading area.
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- This guest bedroom upstairs has a balcony overlooking the lagoon.
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- The living is easy when cocktails and dinner are served on the deck.
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- Right off the deck guests can enjoy a soak in the Hot Tub
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- The sun sets over our lagoon and wildlife viewing is spectacular.
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- Ten miles of beach are a short walk or bike ride from the front door.
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- This house has been reserved for some very special occasions.
Traveler Reviews (48)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Ian Campbell
(Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 10/01/07
Review Submitted: 10/29/07
Debby, you have a wonderful home inside and out. There was plenty of space for all of us to have our “own space” and the common areas were large enough to accommodate our group especially the kitchen. We played two rounds of golf each day so the hot tub was a necessity at night! When we return to Kiawah your home will be first on our list.
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Thank you!
Guest: Jeff and Johnel
(Anderson, SC)
Date of Stay: 04/02/11
Review Submitted: 04/13/11
Our experience was fantastic! Your house and accommodations were perfect, your proximity to the beach is quick and comfortable to get too and your house setting is secluded and private which provides a very relaxing atmosphere. We are a bit spoiled with the properties and travels we are blessed to be able to do throughout the years, and I must say you still over delivered and under promised. Thank you so much and it is our hopes you will have us back. Jeff and Johnel Searcy
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wedding weekend
Guest: martha
(greenville, sc)
Date of Stay: 11/03/10
Review Submitted: 11/13/10
Debby, Our family was very happy with the selection of your home for our family gathering in November. we all gathered for a family wedding. the living space was perfect, and Joey and i especailly loved the fabulous master suite so we could get away from the young adults who chose to stay up late talking. our small boys LOVED the dorm room and we were very happy they had it. we had extended family over one night for dessert and coffee and the dining room was perfect for that. the kitchen was big and had everything we needed. and the huge deck and hot tub----wow, if we were there in the spring or warmer weather we might never make it to the beach. thank you again for being so easy to work with. you made us feel very comfortable without inundating us with rules . you lovely home and the spacious areas made us feel welcome and it was easy to care for. thanks again. we look forward to another visit. Martha Wright, Greenville, SC
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, families with young children.
Awesome Trip!!!
Guest: Pat
(Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10
Review Submitted: 08/21/10
What a wonderful first experience with VRBO!! The home was exactly as described and was convenient to the beach and activities. Our owner was excellent with communication and details. Would absolutely recommend this house to all who are interested.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fantastic getaway!
Guest: Candi
(Columbia, SC)
Date of Stay: 05/15/10
Review Submitted: 07/25/10
We stayed in this house in May 2010 and it was spacious, clean, excellent location, with a fantastic kitchen area. Our family had plenty of room to spread out...love, love ,love the large room with 4 twins. The house was beautiful and the island is unspoiled with abundant wildlife. I would stay again in a heartbeat! I highly recommend! We really enjoyed the beaches and biking all over the island. Wonderful owner provided us with very helpful information. Thanks!!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great Vacation!!
Guest: Bill & Norma
(Omaha, NE)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10
Review Submitted: 06/13/10
Our family of 6 adults and 3 children had a marvelous time during our recent stay on Kiawah. As others have stated, the pictures do not do justice in conveying what a spacious home this is! Our grandsons loved their room, delighting in being able to go off to their own room with television and space galore. The crib came in handy for our granddaughter (yes, the closet off the master is huge -- bigger than a lot of bedrooms!). Our family loves to cook, and we appreciated all the dishes and cookware available for our use. The back deck is wonderful to sit on after a long day at the beach (even though we didn't see the resident alligator in the lagoon). Debby is a delight to work with, always available for any questions we had, and very organized in getting back to us with contract, etc. This house is a steal -- easy bike ride to the beach. We plan on returning as soon as we can!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, families with young children.
Great attention to details
Guest: Jack & Lynn
(Ada, MI)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10
Review Submitted: 06/02/10
We have a long history of gathering our large family (age 7 to 91) to spend an active week together at the beach. This was our third vacation on Kiawah Island and our second time in this home. In our experience, this home ranks at the top of our list of places for groups of 6 to 12 people. It's obvious that the owners put much of the rental income back into their property. Since our previous visit they’ve upgraded and improved the kitchen, the furniture, the mattresses, the décor, the landscaping and the televisions. The living spaces are arranged for comfort and conversation: those of us who value a quiet conversation can talk in the family room, on the deck or in the kitchen while others watch a giant TV in the living room. As the photos show, this home has been extraordinarily well cared for by the owners. We’re fortunate they share it with others.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Guest: Libby Davis
(Mooresville, NC)
Date of Stay: 02/23/10
Review Submitted: 02/23/10
I put together a group of 12 women for a long tennis weekend in February 2010. First of all, let me say that I felt that the value for what we received was outstanding! The house is spacious and built for entertaining. The kitchen is large and well-equipped. There are plenty of seating and dining areas for a large crowd. It is a beautifully decorated and immaculately clean property. The jacuzzi was a real plus after a long day of tennis. Also, the owner is such an accommodating and easy- to-deal with person. It was just a pleasure and I look forward to the opportunity to rent your beautiful home again in the future! Highly recommended!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/07/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/10
Debby, we just had a wonderful family reunion at your house on Kiawah Island. The house was perfect for 11 adults and three small children. We loved watching all the birds and deer around the lagoon and enjoyed walks and bike rides on the beach. The little shopping village nearby was fun for lunch and shopping, not to mention the old fashioned soda fountain for ice cream. Being history buffs we also had time to visit some of the interesting sites in Charleston. If anyone visits at Christmas I recommend seeing the light display at James Island County Park.
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Guest: Doug Pollard
(Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/24/09
Review Submitted: 11/24/09
Debby, We had a fantastic time at Kiawah and your house played a great part. We were very pleasantly surprised by how nice your house is (the pictures don't do justice to how large it is nor how nicely finished it is). We loved the large deck overlooking the lagoon, where we could watch all of the wildlife. Though our weather was mostly warm and sunny, we also enjoyed the hot-tub at night.We were there with 2 small kids and several adults and there was LOTS of space for all of us. In fact, my 3 year-old daughter got the second floor bedroom to herself and she loved putting one of her dolls or teddy bears in each of the 5 beds in her room. The crib and high chair were also appreciated by my 18-month old son.We arranged bike rentals in advance, on your recommendation, and they were waiting for us when we arrived. The short, but very cool, ride to the beach over the footbridges was a highlight for everyone.Too bad we had to leave after just a few days I suppose there is always next year…Thanks again,Doug
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