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Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123643 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hilton Head Island, SC
  • Place, Sea Pines Forest Preserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Downstairs Guest Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Guest Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road

Welcome to Tropical Retreat – Third Row Coastal Comfort with Private Pool & Spa
16 Oyster Catcher Road | Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Welcome to Tropical Retreat, a designer-decorated 4-bedroom, 4-bath Sea Pines home that sleeps 12 and sits just 600 feet from the beach (approximately a 5-minute walk). Located third row in one of the island's most desirable neighborhoods, this upside-down style home places the main living spaces upstairs for added light and perspective. With two separate living areas, a private pool and spa surrounded by sun loungers, and a screened-in porch designed for year-round enjoyment, Tropical Retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, location, and coastal charm.

🛏️ Bedroom Configuration – Sleeps 12
Upper Level
🛌 Primary Suite – King bed, private bath with glass shower & soaking tub, walk-in closet, TV, and private access to the screened porch
🛌 Guest Bedroom – Queen bed + Twin bed, TV, hallway bathroom with tub/shower combo
Lower Level
🛌 Junior Primary Suite – King bed, private bath with glass shower, TV
🛌 Guest Bedroom – Queen bed + Twin bed, TV, hallway bathroom with tub/shower combo
🛋️ Sleeper Sofa – Located in the lower-level living room

🏠 Interior Highlights
🛋️ Two Distinct Living Rooms – Upper-level great room plus lower-level den with wet bar
🌴 Upside-Down Layout – Main living and kitchen upstairs for added openness and natural light
🔥 Vaulted Wood-Paneled Ceilings – Warm coastal character in the main living area
👨‍🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen – Gas stove, bar seating, and casual breakfast table
🍽️ Spacious Dining Area – Large table with ample seating for group meals
🌿 Screened-In Porch – Adirondack chairs, TV, and dining space for relaxed evenings
📺 Smart TVs throughout
📶 High-speed WiFi

🌴 Outdoor Amenities
🏊 Private Pool & Spa – Surrounded by comfortable sun loungers and outdoor seating
☀️ Poolside Lounge Area – Ideal for relaxing between beach trips
🍖 Propane Grill – Cleaned before every arrival; propane provided
🌊 Third Row Location – Just 600 feet to the beach

💙 Bonus Beachside HHI Amenities
👫 Guest Support – Personalized, local assistance from the Beachside HHI team
🧴 Luxury Essentials – Full-size body wash, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, and hand soap in every bathroom
🏖️ Beach Gear – Turkish beach towels, soft-sided cooler, and complimentary umbrella
☕ Coffee Perks – Keurig & drip coffee makers with K-Cups, creamers, and sweeteners
🧽 Household Conveniences – Starter supply of paper products, trash bags, dishwasher pods, and laundry pods
💇‍♀️ Hair Dryers – Available in every full bathroom
📶 Smart Home Features – Keyless entry and high-speed WiFi
🔌 Charging Connections – Bedside USB-C and USB-A power bricks in every bedroom
🚲 Extras Available – Bikes, beach gear, and baby equipment available to rent

🌴 Explore Sea Pines
Sea Pines is a 5,000-acre private, gated community offering a mix of relaxation and adventure:
🏖️ Beach Access – Approximately 600 feet (about a 5-minute walk)
📍 Harbour Town – Lighthouse, boutique shops & waterfront dining
🍤 South Beach Marina – Home to the Salty Dog Café
🐴 Lawton Stables & Forest Preserve – Horseback riding & scenic trails
⛳ Sea Pines Beach Club – Dining & convenient beach access
🎾 Golf & Tennis – Championship golf & world-class pickleball facilities

🚲 Getting Around
Biking is one of the best ways to explore Sea Pines, with shaded multi-use paths connecting beaches, marinas, and attractions. During peak seasons, the Sea Pines Trolley offers convenient transportation throughout the community.

💖 Why You'll Love Tropical Retreat
🏖️ Third-row home just 600 feet from the beach
🏊 Private pool and spa surrounded by sun loungers
🛋️ Two living areas for group flexibility
🌿 Screened porch for year-round enjoyment
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Sleeps 12 comfortably
🚗 Parking for up to 6 vehicles

🔥 Pool & Spa Heat
Pool and spa heat are available for an additional fee:
• Weekly pricing ranges from $600 (late spring, early fall) to $900 (winter) for pool & spa heat
• Spa-only heat ranges from $250–$350 per week
• Pricing is prorated for shorter or longer stays (3-night minimum charge applies)

📌 Important Information
🕓 Check-In & Check-Out – 4 PM / 10 AM
🚪 Gate Passes – 1 complimentary pass included; additional passes available at $19 per car, per week
🚗 Parking – Maximum of 6 vehicles permitted at the home
🚭 Non-Smoking – All Beachside HHI properties are strictly non-smoking
🔞 Primary guest must be 25+

🐾 Pet Policy
This is not a pet-friendly home. Emotional support animals (ESAs) are not permitted. Service animals are always welcome with advance notice.

📅 Book your stay at Tropical Retreat
Enjoy easy beach access, a private pool and spa, and spacious gathering areas designed for relaxed and memorable Hilton Head vacations.

HHI Short Term Rental Permit: 29052
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Hilton Head Island

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Sea Pines, a neighborhood in Hilton Head Island. Shelter Cove Harbour and Palmetto Dunes Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coligny Beach and North Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Lawton Stables and Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Hilton Head Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Sea Pines Forest Preserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heron Point by Pete Dye - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coligny Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hinchey's Chicago Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oceanside Bar & Grille - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road on May 8, 2026 start from $879, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Retreat | 600 Feet to Beach | Private Pool & Spa | Designer Decor | 16 Oyster Catcher Road located?

This family-friendly Hilton Head Island vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of South Beach, Heron Point by Pete Dye, and Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III. Coligny Beach is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was clean and well stocked for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tay Sha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. Very spacious and comfortable home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Perfect location! Great communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tropical Retreat! With the upstairs and downstairs set-up, it’s ideal for two families, and worked well for our young adults to take over the downstairs. The home is beautiful, well appointed and super clean! The beach path is quick and easy right off the pool. Super Great experience and we plan to rent from Beachside HHI again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Meghan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

Overall, we enjoyed our stay. A few areas of the home were needing slight updating but they did have many small fun touches we really enjoyed. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rhonda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical Retreat

Great house and location for our family. Very short walk to the beach, which is a plus for us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house and location

Good stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William P.

Week of Family Fun and Relaxation

Our family thoroughly enjoyed spending the week at Tropical Retreat. The accommodations were very nice and made for a wonderful family vacation. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in a perfect location

The house was spotless and comfortable, we especially enjoyed the layout of the open kitchen and living room. It’s a very short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was quiet and friendly. Communications were easy and quickly responded to. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

chelsea w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

We had a wonderful visit at this property. You cannot beat the location and the floor plan was perfect for our group. The few suggestions I would add is simply: new mattresses and the pool needs treated (even in the winter). We would absolutely stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot

We enjoyed our stay. The house is nicely decorated and set up perfectly for two families. The location is great and an easy walk to the beach. The only big con is the bugs (and bites) around the pool - especially because it didn’t get much sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Awesome property, very clean, well stocked with towels and kitchen amenities. Great layout with two separate living areas and master bedrooms which is great if traveling with two separate families or in laws. Pool was perfect for the kids and the proximity to the beach cannot be beat. We will be back for sure. Jay and Linda thought of everything and are very easy to get in touch with
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite stay at HHI yet!

Property was fantastic for my family plus extended family. close proximity to the beach made it easy to lug gear to/from, not any further than the beachfront condos we've stayed at in the past - with no elevators or stairs. and the heated pool / hot tub made the difference for cooler temps off season. Plenty of space and well appointed interior.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Location & Home in Sea Pines

Great communication and interaction with Linda & Jay in securing this lovely property! There was plenty of room for 4 adults and 3 kiddos including two teens and so much to do! This part of the beach was perfect with few people and no crowds. The house was thoughtfully furnished with a kitchen that lacked nothing and they even had products in the bath, laundry room, and kitchen. We enjoyed this home so much and look forward to a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Missouri Review

Loved the location. Nice kitchen and living areas. We appreciated having a few chairs available for the beach. We played kick ball lots of nights on the beach. We appreciate the non smoking rule. Will definitely want to come back. Also, very nice neighbor that lives next door! Her and her daughter are adorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RENEE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fantastic

the only issue we had was the folks sleeping on the first floor were awakened by the first floor bedrooms
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular, Location, cleanliness, thoughtfulness

We were looking forward to going to Hilton head and staying at the Tropical Retreat. It is three houses from the beach, a very short walk. In the days prior to our arrival the Management company and the owners sent us information on what to expect, what to do all of which made our arrival smooth. We entered the house and were in AWE, whoa, wow! Closer inspection raised our bar more. Cleanliness is an understatement. When I say thoughtfulness, the presentation of towels on the beds, and all the little things you forget like detergent. They checked in with us a couple of times and my nephew texted for help with the tub not draining and a maintenance person arrived within an hour. My nephew failed to pull up the plug to the bathtub to drain. The kitchen, is modern and has every feature you could possible want. Open plan living room made family time great. Pool was nice. Washer dryer are modern. TV's are abundant. We would have no hesitation returning! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience at Tropical Retreat

We really loved the property. It was convenient to the beach and very well laid out, well finished, and plenty of bedrooms. Unfortunately, lightning struck the house on Monday afternoon during a thunderstorm. This caused serious damage to the dishwasher, wifi, cable, water lines, pool, and the house itself. The fire dept. even came out to check the situation. Jay and Linda went way above what we expected to make sure everything was repaired as much as possible. They even stayed very late on Monday night to repair a water line which affected our house and 3 other houses nearby. We were amazed that they could repair this, especially at night. This saved the trip since we thought we might have to move to another location due to no water. They, also, made arrangements to get an electrician out the next morning to check everything. They replaced the dishwasher and got the cable provider to come and repair the cable and wifi. Jay stayed with us until everything was repaired. We were very impressed with the extra effort that Jay and Linda made to get things back to normal as much as possible. They truly are outstanding people and great representatives of VRBO, Sea Pines, and Hilton Head. They made what could have been a disaster for our vacation into a wonderful experience in seeing what great customer service actually can be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilton Head Vacation

This property was very clean. We also received plenty of communications before, during and after our stay. The host did an excellent job and there were no surprises.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Nicely Decorated

Our family of 6 enjoyed this house very much. We had room to spread out given there are family rooms upstairs and on the main level, and plenty of sleeping space. Every room in the house was spacious too allowing us to never feel cramped. The house has nice skylights and some recent renovations opened up the upstairs level to let in a lot of wonderful light and nice views of the tropical landscape. All other amenities including bathrooms and kitchen worked just great for us and we had enough utensils and such to go around. The pool is a bit small which could be a bit hard with kids who want to jump around (i.e., could be dangerous) - it's really only suitable for two or three people floating or standing to cool off. This home has a terrific location too, only 50 yards or so to the beach. And it's close to downtown Sea Pines including the Beach Club and the golf courses and tennis. Of course, you're never far from those areas anyway in Sea Pines but this location is terrific. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in a great house

House layout is great to everyone their own space. House is properly equipped. Recently updated accommodations were great. Location couldn’t be beat. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical Retreat a Real Treat

Fabulous week, wonderful weather in a perfect location from the beach. House is beautifully decorated and stocked. Quiet street and close to the Beach Club.. Love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

We had two adults and four teenagers ages16-19. We all enjoyed our own bedrooms/ bathrooms and was able to kick back while the kids gamed downstairs. Hot tub and walk to beach were our highlights! No disappointments
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Tropical Retreat is an absolute gem. The house is beautifully renovated, spotlessly clean, the location to the beach is superb (3 minute walk!), and the pool and spa heat work exceptionally well (totally worth the money.) For those of you remote working and schooling, the internet is fast and reliable. The best though is how thoughtful Stephanie and Todd are. We arranged baby item rental and beach bike rentals through them and everything was delivered and set up before our arrival with no hiccups. They were always quick to respond to emails and helped us so much. We had questions about internet speed and Stephanie and Todd answered them as best as possible, and the owner even replaced the router before our stay! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House and Location

This property was perfect for our family vacation. The house was absolutely beautiful and location was perfect. Two minute walk to the beach and so many restuarants and places to visit within minutes. We rented bikes for the week and would highly recommend it as there are bike trails to take you everywhere. The pool and patios were great to hang out in. We had a few small issues and they were handled within minutese, very repsonsive. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Linda Sudowski, Beachside Hilton Head Island

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Beachside Hilton Head Island
Linda and Jay Sudowski

We are a truly local vacation rental boutique owned and operated by Jay & Linda Sudowski (a husband and wife team), we live and play in Sea Pines with our four kiddos and two dogs. We are dedicated to providing our guests with thoughtful, responsive customer service and a tapestry of accommodations to fit your needs, whether you are looking for a large oceanfront home, a pet-friendly home, or a smaller coastal oasis.

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