Location: Edisto Beach, Edisto Island, Charleston Area, South Carolina, USA (1hr. from Charleston.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7-8)
Keywords: Home, fireplace, beach,island, secluded, ocean view, creek,
"Spectacular!" "Awesome!" "Unique." "Beautiful." "Fun." These are just a few of the words that have been used to describe the unspoiled natural setting for our vacation home, Sea Forest. Located on Cowpens, a small private island accessible by causeway, the house offers stunning views of marsh, creek and the Atlantic Ocean.
The island itself, with ten homes including ours, is situated just behind Edingsville Beach, an uninhabited barrier beach just north of Edisto Beach. The setting is secluded, relaxing, and peaceful.
Our home is designed to maximize your enjoyment of its beautiful marsh and ocean views and abundant wildlife. The main level has an open floor plan with living area, dining room, kitchen, and master suite. In the summer you may enjoy the cool ocean breezes, or if you prefer, the air conditioning. In the colder months, the fireplace adds to the cozy comfort provided by central heating.
Large picture windows across the front and front-sides of the house provide unobstructed views of the ocean, creek and marshes. The outside deck provides a perfect seating area to enjoy the afternoon sea breezes while you watch the pelicans, great blue herons, egrets, wood storks and other shore birds fly overhead or feed in the marsh grasses a few feet away.
The back screened porch provides for panoramic views of the beautiful creek, marsh and gorgeous sunsets while you enjoy the peace and quiet. The additional fireplace on the porch provides the luxury of a cozy fire to gather 'round on chilly afternoons or evenings with friends and family, even when it's raining outside!
The recently added master suite offers a large bedroom with a queen-sized bed, a deck overlooking the creek, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. There are two bedrooms upstairs. One has a double bed and a small deck overlooking the creek and marsh. The other bedroom has a double and a single bed which is wonderful for families with young children. There is also a fold-up cot for an additional guest.
A covered fixed pier with floating dock is on the creek behind the house. The dock provides additional 360-degree marsh/creek views and access to the creek for small boats (kayaks, jon boats, etc.), crabbing, fishing, and swimming, This is a wonderful swimming "hole" and great for lazy afternoons spent relaxing in and on the water. There's a hammock to enjoy the breezes while you read or nap --- the perfect way to while away the hours on vacation.
The creek is navigable for small boats even at dead low tide (about 3 feet of water at the dock at low tide), and provides easy access to Edingsville Beach, Botany Bay Beach, and Frampton Inlet. Edingsville Beach has historic significance because it was the established beach community in the 1800's for the Edisto Island plantation owners until it was completely destroyed by the hurricane of 1893.
For the serious beachcomber, pieces of fine china and old wine bottles from the old Edingsville community can still be found on this beach today. Both Edingsville and Botany Bay Beaches are literally covered with numerous seashells and fossils, including sharks' teeth, and these beaches are prime locations for swimming, walking, sunning, and surf fishing. It is requested by creek property owners that jet skis not be used on the creek.
In addition to boat access to Edingsville Beach, one can walk from our home to the beach which is a distance of about a half mile through a private residential development. For other beach access, we also use the public path options at Edisto Beach.
Sea Forest is located about five miles from Edisto Beach with its restaurants, gift shops, grocery and hardware stores, golf course, tennis courts, churches, and special community events. It is about a forty-five minute drive south of romantic Charleston, SC, known for its outstanding gourmet restaurants, chic King Street shops, and historic sites and homes.
Yes, Sea Forest really is "unique!" It's a comfortable home in an incredibly beautiful setting. There is lots to do and see, and yet it's so relaxing that you might not want to do anything at all!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Two central air conditioning systems allow the living area and the bedrooms to be cooled/heated separately.
- Linens Provided : If requested, for an additional fee.
- Washer : Front loader uses "high efficiency" detergent.
- Dryer
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace : One in living room and one on the screen porch
- Beds
- Queen Bed : In the master bedroom
- Double Bed (2) : One in each of the upstairs bedrooms.
- Twin/Single Bed : Along with a double bed in an upstairs bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : There is a fold-up cot available that can be set up anywhere inside or on the screened porch.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 100 Channels available on Dish satellite. New flat-screen TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Approx'ly 25 movies available
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : The kitchen is well-equipped with plenty of high quality cooking utensils.
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Expansive decks on front, side and back for views.
- Balcony : Sliding glass doors from master bedroom to balcony on 1st floor. Balcony Outside sliding doors on 2nd floor bedroom.
- Lanai : A furnished screen porch with fireplace
- View/Location
- Ocean View : Our view of the ocean is unobstructed.
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : Faces the ocean with creek on front and back of island (see aerial view!)
- Communications
- Telephone : Phones in the kitchen, master bedroom and upstairs bedroom.
- Broadband Internet : High Speed Internet available.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless with Router for multiple computer use
- Other Amenities
- For experienced small boat users, our 14 ft. Jon boat with 25 HP Yamaha electric start is available for rent by the week. 1000-Gallon Reverse-Osmosis Fresh-Water System.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Dogs for an extra fee; no cats, please. $100 for first dog, $50 for second dog. Maximum of 2. Pets not allowed on the furniture.
- Kid Friendly : This is a great place for kids with lots to do.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Renters must be 27 or older. Exceptions made for honeymooners.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Other Activities
- Birdwatching, Wonderful Marsh/Nature Scenes for artists who paint and for nature photographers
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nov 27, 2011 - Mar 3, 2012 .. $1475/week..$215/night
Mar 4, 2012 - May 20, 2012 ... $2025/week..$295/night
May 21, 2012 - Sept 2, 2012 ... $2400/week.. $350/night
Sept 3, 2012 - Nov 26, 2012 ... $2025/week..$215/night
3 night minimum. Dog fee - $100/1 dog, $150/2 dogs. No cats, please
Additional 8% SC sales tax not included; will be added at time of rental
Optional Linen Service: $150.00
Rents from Sunday to Sunday. Check-out 11:00 AM & Check-in 4:00 pm.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Gorgeous Secluded Island W/Creeks & Ocean Views + Dock
Year Purchased: 1953
Why the Owner Chose Edisto Beach
The mystery and magic of Edisto Island has always been a draw for us. The privacy and isolation of this island community has been particularly rich for our lives.
The Unique Benefits at this House
The secluded location, along with the entertainment provided by nature and the spectacular views, provides an oasis conducive to relaxation. Here we can enjoy the truly rich pleasures of life. Some of the things we enjoy most are the peace and quiet...the birdlife (from painted buntings to pelicans)...the wildlife (porpoises, otters, deer)...shelling...swimming...boating...fishing...crabbing...reading...napping.
Owner's Map of Edisto Beach
The Lumpkin Family has owned this property since purchasing the original home in 1953. We love using it as a year round retreat from the too-hurried pace of our daily lives.
Property Photos
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- Exterior view of the front of the house - Edisto Island, Charleston Area, SC - South Carolina Home Rental - Near Edisto Beach State Park
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- View of the marsh, beach and Atlantic Ocean from our front deck. - Edisto Island, Charleston Area, SC - South Carolina Home Rental - Near Edisto Beach State Park
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- View of high tide from our front windows. - Edisto Island, Charleston Area, SC - South Carolina Home Rental - Near Edisto Beach State Park
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- Our living area with comfortable furniture, TV armoire and cozy fireplace.
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- Our new master bedroom and deck.
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- Creek dock and "swimming hole" located on backside of the house.
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- View of den looking out our front windows over the marsh to the ocean.
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- Our screened back porch with views of the creek and marsh.
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- View of our dock from the master bedroom deck.
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- Aerial view of the property showing the creeks and marsh
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- Having fun jumping in the creek from our dock.
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- Our dog in the jonboat as we approach the Botany Bay side of the inlet
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- Back of our house as seen from our dock.
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- Sunset over Cowpens Island as seen from the creek.
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- A typical day on Edingsville Beach
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- Relaxing in the creek on a hot summer day.
Traveler Reviews (26)
Rusty & Luanne (Westminster, SC)
Guest: Luanne
(Westminster, SC)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11
Review Submitted: 07/23/11
Hands down, the most relaxing vacation EVER...there's not a "bad" view from any window...constant ocean breeze...the hammock on the dock...jon boat rides to the beach...we will be back again and again! Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with us!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Wonderful House and location
Guest: Max
(Mount Holly, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/09/09
Review Submitted: 01/18/11
My husband and I, along with my sister and her husband, rented this home for a long weekend in October. We were awe struck by the location and the house - you can see the creek, and on out to the ocean, from the wide expanse of windows across the front of the house. The Island is so private you feel like you have the whole place to yourself. Enjoyable, but a little bit of a walk to the beach. We rented a jon boat to go up and down the creek for fun and to fish. Each day, we had dolphins play around the boat while we were fishing. Wonderful dock to fish from also - or just sit out on and enjoy watching the dolphins. Has a gazebo area so you can spend the day on the dock, but have shade - not all of the houses have this amenity. The house itself is beautiful - wonderful kitchen with nice (almost new) pots/pans/dishes & utensils. The downstairs is open and has a fresh, airy feeling. The, living room and screened in back porch are very comfortably appointed. The downstairs master bedroom is big and well appointed, with a bathroom attached. However, you can close off the bedroom during the day so others can use the master bathroom without losing your bedroom privacy. The 2nd bathroom is on the 1st floor. It is a little old but nicely kept and very clean. The upstairs bedrooms need a little work on the ceilings, but the beds are fine and the rooms are clean. I would not recommend this house if you have very small children as you may not feel comfortable with them navigating the stairway to the upstairs or getting up during the night to go downstairs to use the bathroom. We kept the windows open and never needed to turn on the air conditioninng. Overall, the house is VERY clean, wonderfully decorated and well kept up, especially the kitchen and bathrooms which is how I really judge a house. We look forward to renting this house again (and again).
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Heaven!
Guest: Miriam
(Asheville, NC USA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10
Review Submitted: 01/03/11
My family and I are (sadly!) spending our last day here at Sea Forest after having a most magnificent stay this week. We have been coming to Edisto for about thirty years and stayed in many different places. We have now found our favorite! The setting is incredible and the house is very, very comfortable, clean and well-maintained. It was a perfect place to see out the old year and welcome 2011. We were delayed a day in getting here because we were snowed in at home in Asheville. Mike very generously offered for us to stay another day to make up for the day we missed. This was totally unexpected and very much appreciated. The only negative thing about our stay is that we have to leave tomorrow! You will love it here too, I'm sure!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/08
Review Submitted: 07/09/08
We had the most glorious stay at this fantastic home. The new master bedroom and bath is worth the drive alone. You can sit at the window that runs the entire length of the house and watch the marsh in all its glory or you can sit on the screened back porch with fireplace and see the dock and that part of the marsh. This place was so peaceful and quiet when we went in early spring. We so enjoyed our walks along the natural roads. There was always something new to see and each tide brought new adventures. The owner is one of the nicest around. We definitely plan to go back to enjoy and relax.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/09/07
A wonderful, wonderful stay. The house is as advertised with only one surprise; the views and scenery are much more beautiful than the pictures. We HIGHLY recommend renting the john boat. Not only is it much easier than carrying all your stuff to the beach, but also, it is a truly unique and fun way to get there. The kids and the dogs loved riding in the boat to the beach. And, the beach at the inlet offered the best of all worlds: waves at high tide; shells, islands and wading depth at low tide. Not to mention is was virtually like having your personal private beach.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/06
Review Submitted: 09/18/06
We were tired, mentally and physically, and we drove up about sunset to find . . . heaven on earth. Incredible house that is wonderful for either families or couples. We spent hours on the porch, greeted the sun with deer and waterfowl, shelled and fell in love with Edisto and Sea Forest. We will be back, again and again!
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Guest: E and M
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Date of Stay: 10/25/05
Review Submitted: 10/25/05
After months of moving, empty-nesting, and crisis-managing our aging parents, your home here welcomed us to much needed respite. It is so soothing to be surronded on two sides by the slow rhythms of the marsh tides, to sleep to the sound of breeze and surf, and to walk for hours along the beach. We too saw dolphins in the creek, giant horseshoe crabs, eagles and whooping crane. The bird life here is astonishing. We read and wrote and talked-- even caught and ate some crab. The jon boat is lots of fun. The superb watercolors and pottery in your home attest to your own love of beauty. This is a beautiful place. We are blessed and refreshed for having been here.
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Guest: B and L
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Date of Stay: 10/07/05
Review Submitted: 10/07/05
What a great house! Great view! We have spent four consecutive summers here. We enjoy the dock, the walk to the beach, the boating, the occasional dolphin, and the sun and surf. It is great to get away with your family to such a quiet, peaceful place. Thanks for sharing your place with us!
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Guest: V and K / C and M
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Date of Stay: 08/22/05
Review Submitted: 08/22/05
We had the best time! We have never been to such a great place before. Thank you so much and you will be hearing from us again because we want to come back soon.
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