Peaceful, Easy Feeling

Guest: Tom (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/06/11 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

Dolphins frolicking in the morning sun. Deer grazing at dusk. Warm, gentle waves tickling our toes as we search for shells. These were just a few of our experiences while staying in this comfortable beachside condo. The definition of peaceful is sitting on the second-floor deck watching the sun set in a blaze of crimson hues. It's amazing that we felt like we had gotten away from the hustle of civilization, yet were just minutes away from all of the amenities civilization has to offer -- golf, shopping and historic Charleston. We would highly recommend this condo for anyone seeking that peaceful, easy feeling of a restful yet eventful vacation.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway.

Hidden Gem

Guest: Kris (East Hampton, CT)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11 Review Submitted: 07/19/11

Rest, Relax, Renew are the three words that best describe this hidden gem. From the spectacular views, to the quiet secluded beaches... Seabrook has it all! This is truly one of the best condos we have stayed at in a long time. The top floor end unit and 180 degree unobstructed view is unforgetable. The unit is spotless and well maintained. We have made such wonderful memories in Seabrook and will definitely be back!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.

Our Favorite Place to Visit

Guest: Tom and Nancy (Hendersonville, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/27/11 Review Submitted: 07/11/11

We have been to Mary and Hank's condo for several years and this visit was another fantastic experience. This condo is a perfect, quiet location to relax and regroup. We spent our time enjoying beautiful views, dolphin watching, biking, kayaking and walking the beach. I love to prop up on pillows and read in the master suite's comfortable bed. Thank you for the amenity card! We love to take a dip in the pool and have lunch beachside. Charleston is conveniently nearby, as are outlet shopping and delicious restaurants (right on the island.) I am picky and always find this condo to be very clean and well stocked. If you are looking for everything in one location, this place is for you!

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

Best location on Seabrook!!

Guest: NCBeachLover (Raleigh)
Date of Stay: 05/28/11 Review Submitted: 06/04/11

If you are looking for the ideal place to stay for your next beach vacation, this is it! We just spent the week in this condo, and it couldn’t have been better. It is tastefully decorated and well kept. Pictures cannot capture the amazing views and gorgeous sunsets from this location. Since we were vacationing with our two small children, we appreciated the cleanliness, comfort and conveniences of the condo – plenty of space, comfortable couches and king bed, stocked with everything you need, and only a one minute walk to the beach. The owners also allow use of the amenity card, which was wonderful. The kids had a blast at the pool, and we were able to enjoy a few meals at the oceanfront club restaurant. Charleston is only about 30 minutes away, which was a fun day trip. Bohicket Marina (just before entrance to Seabrook) offers boat rentals- what a fun way to see the islands and wildlife (we saw lots of dolphins!). Thank you, Hank and Mary, for providing wonderful accommodations. It allowed us to relax and make happy memories! We hope to stay here again!

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

Everything not as pictured

Guest: dan and chris (rossford, oh)
Date of Stay: 04/09/11 Review Submitted: 05/24/11

The view from the sliding glass doors is as pictured, except we could not close the blinds while we were there because they were broken. We could not see the view from the windows on the adjoining wall as they were covered with opaque plastic because the condo outside was being painted. Our last full day we did not use the deck or stairs to the beach because the workers were on it scraping, caulking and priming. We were not informed ahead of time that this work was going to be done. Obviously, other condo owners knew because our deck was the only one with furniture on it when we arrived, everyone elses was on the ground. Peeling wallpaper in the bathrooms, very dirty medicine cabinets, baseboards and floors around the edge of kitchen are chipped and dirty. The king sized bed was comfortable, the 3 small, lumpy pillows on it were extremely stained and unsanitary. The setting is very nice, the beach location is probably the best on the island. The bathtubs and sinks were clean. This condo needs repairs and refurbishing to make it look as pictured on the website. We emailed our disappointment to the owners when we got home and did not receive a response. We would definitely not stay here again or recommend it.

Owner response:We are disappointed that our guests did not have an exceptional experience staying at our beach-front condo as we pride ourselves on delivering 5-star service as demonstrated by the reviews we have received. We thank the reviewer for bringing to our attention that the vertical blinds, wallpaper and coverings need attention, and we have sent out instructions to address these. The building painting episode was most unfortunate as the bi-annual outdoor painting schedule was not properly coordinated. For this we take our share of responsibility and we will be better prepared for the next painting in order to avoid interfering with the quality of our guest's stay. We remain committed to providing a first-rate experience in an exceptional Pelican Watch location to all our visiting guests.

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GREAT VACATION SPOT

Guest: Jeff and Nancy (Morrisonville, NY)
Date of Stay: 03/12/11 Review Submitted: 03/24/11

We just returned from a one week vacation in Hank & Mary's great villa. We had family and friends in two other villa's but you just could not beat the view from this one. The sunsets were beautiful and watching the dolphins play was just fantastic! Walks on beach, St. Patrick's Day in Charleston and trips to "town" made this one of the most relaxing vacations in a long time. The villa was everything we expected and more. Very clean and extremely comfortable, best view on the island. Every thing you need for a great time was included in this villa. We hope to return again next year.

Owner response:Yes, the views are fantastic and right on the beach. Makes for a wonderful vacation. Glad you enjoyed your visit.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.

Hank and Mary's Seabrook Paradise

Guest: Sofi's parents (East Coast of the US)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10 Review Submitted: 07/03/10

We have stayed on Seabrook many times due to its relaxed atmosphere and great amenities. This condo has fantastic views and is situated right on the beach. We would highly recommend this spot for a relaxed week at the beach and have stayed in this condo several times. The property is as described and the views are better than any picture will capture. We like the variety of restaurants and the proximity to Charleston, which is an easy 25 minute drive.

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

Best View on Seabrook Island!

Guest: Dee J (Michigan)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10 Review Submitted: 06/08/10

I wrote this review at the villa, however, was unable to get it to upload at that time. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are actually at the villa as I type this review! I am sitting at the dining room table looking out at the ocean as I type. I have stayed at 3 different villas so far during my many stays at Pelican Watch, and this is by far my favorite. You HAVE to stay in a top floor unit; no one keeping you up at night walking upstairs, or getting you up earlier than you'd like.. and the view!! This particular unit has a 180 degree view of the ocean, being on a top floor and also being the closest villa to the actual ocean (others are set back some, i.e. staggered). You can look side to side.. look up to view the Pelicans overhead, and down to the beautiful landscaped boardwalk - unlike a downstairs unit.. This view is worth it all..... The villa is furnished very nicely.. You have conveniences of home; you can do laundry, wash dishes in the dishwasher, cook, etc - so you save money from going out to eat all the time. Just buy groceries like you would at home from Newton Farms right off the island, or Piggly Wiggly just out Bohicket Road a few miles on Maybank Hwy.. The amenity card gets us into the pools on the island, and this is a real treat. Other Pelican Watch Villa's that we have stayed in did not have this card, and it sure is nice to go to the pool whenever we want during the heat of the days!! We always go to Charleston for a day (20 miles away) while we are here, as well as going to Savannah, GA one day (a scenic 2 hour drive). We always bring our little Chihuahua with us too - he's 4 lbs. soaking wet, and loves sunning himself just inside the patio doors off the deck. All in all, this is a beautiful place to stay. We plan to stay here again on future trips, for sure! Thanks to Hank & Mary for the great communication and the great place to stay for a memorable trip!! Dena, Kyle & Tanner (the Chihuahua!)

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

Great location, great sunsets! Wonderful vacation!

Guest: Young Dog Owners (Central Ohio)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10 Review Submitted: 05/31/10

I've been staying at Seabrook for the past 15-20 years and we typically stay at Pelican Watch. This was our best view yet, we loved having windows on two sides! It's a quick, easy trip down the board walk to the beach. The condo was very well kept and the bed very comfortable. Our dog loved it too! The North Beach allowed dogs to be off leash and to play with other dogs, which was a nice bonus. We'd highly recommend this condo and hope to stay again soon!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.

Beautiful Sunsets

Guest: Who Loves Kitty (Waterloo Ontario Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/31/10 Review Submitted: 05/23/10

The location of this cornerfront unit could not be better. Wonderful unobstructed views of the ocean, sunsets and the moon at night. The condo is well equipped, and nicely laid out. The island itself is full of birds and wildlife, with nature trails available, and once on the beach, dolphins and other marine life abound. Charleston is a short and enjoyable drive away. Freshfields Village is very close, and a great place to shop, and is home to the King Street Grille which is a good place to go for wings and beer. We loved our stay at Pelican Watch, our dog loved the long beach walks, and we all hope to return next year!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children.