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Nicely updated living area
Fully equipped kitchen with seating for four
Central Air and Ceiling Fan - Always Comfortable
Brand new dinette set
New leather queen size sleeper sofa

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Night Heron Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture


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Welcome to 4253 Mariners Watch—a wonderful Kiawah Island retreat just 200 steps from the beach! The Mariner's Watch Villas are in one of the very best central locations on all of Kiawah.

Set in the highly desirable East Beach area, this nicely renovated second-floor villa offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. You’re moments from Night Heron Park, the five-star Sanctuary Hotel, and the Nest Café & Market, making it easy to enjoy everything Kiawah has to offer.

This villa is always kept clean and it's second-floor location means no overhead noise, while the cathedral ceilings create a bright, open, and spacious feel. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful updates throughout, including a brand-new bed, two new flat-screen TVs, a new cozy accent chair, and a comfortable sleeper sofa—ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach.

A short walk or bike ride takes you to the Sanctuary’s outdoor bar and dining, and Night Heron Park is easily accessible—especially convenient if you’re renting bikes from the resort.

This premier-rated villa features solid-surface countertops, hardwood floors, stainless-steel appliances, updated cabinetry, a small bar area, and a spacious walk-in shower. The villa comfortably sleeps four, with a queen bed in the primary bedroom and a queen leather sleeper sofa in the living area. New mattresses and furnishings ensure a restful stay.

The villa is locally managed, so you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that any needs during your stay will be handled promptly.

Celebrating something special? Let us know in advance and we’d be happy to arrange champagne, flowers, fruit baskets, grocery delivery, or other personalized touches. Our goal is to make your stay effortless and memorable.

Exclusive Returning Guest Discounts
We love welcoming guests back! Enjoy 5% off your first return stay, with an additional 5% discount each time you return—up to 20% total as our thank-you for choosing our villa again and again.

Please note: No pets and no smoking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
Pls run dishwasher, throw away trash, and leave towels in the bathroom before leaving. Thank you!
There is one parking spot marked 4253 available

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

Located in Kiawah Island, this villa is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park, while Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project and With These Hands Gallery are cultural highlights. The Resort Shop and Edisto Island Serpentarium are also worth visiting. Kayaking, snorkeling, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Night Heron Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Ocean Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cougar Point Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Linnette’s - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Nest Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪FortyEight - Wine Bar & Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪River Room at The River Course At Kiawah Island Club - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture?

As of Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture on Apr 25, 2026 start from $230, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 200 Steps to Beach! Great Location! Clean, Renovated-New TVs, Bed, LR Furniture located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park. Turtle Point Golf Course and The Ocean Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a lovely place in a fantastic location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for the Kiawah island marathon. Location was convenient. The place was clean and comfortable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Kleen place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann Maura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for the two of us! Lovely location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Great location

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful villa!

Wonderful villa. Very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

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

Perfect stay in Kiawah.

Fantastic condo very close to a beautiful beach and amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Location

The location of this property is perfect for a beach getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice condo. Loved the porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We liked the proximity to the beach. The villa is nicely decorated and equipped. Owner is responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

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

Great stay!

Great value and great location. Owners were extremely responsive and great hosts to rent from. Will definitely consider staying there on future visits to Kiawah!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Nice Stay

Very nice, well-equipped condo in an excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

attractive villa, great location

5 stars all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Wonderful week in Kiawah

This is our 5th time staying at Kiawah Island. The place was great for just the two of us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GAIL D.

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

Kiawah Getaway

Had a great stay in Barbara's Villa. It is warm and cozy and well stocked with everything we needed. The location is great with a short walk to the beach, bike paths right next to the building, and close enough to walk to the Night Heron Park/waterpark and the Nest Shop. Barbara is very responsive to any questions you may have, and truly a caring person, wanting her guests to have the best stay possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia P.

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

Mariner's Watch

Nice property and resort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful condo in a prime location! The unit is well-kept, stocked and clean. You can't be the location, being one street back from the beach. Barb, the owner, is fantastic! We had a couple of questions during our stay and she quickly responded. I would stay again. Thank you, Barb! Our first trip to Kiawah was memorable and I can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

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

Perfect Location - close to everything!

Everything was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toya C.

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

Awesome condo!

Wonderful property that is modern and very close to the beach. I really enjoyed the screened-in porch and comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Perfect stay

We had a wonderful stay here! Check in was easy, the unit was clean and had everything we needed, and the owner even left us a chilled bottle of wine because we were celebrating our anniversary! It is amazingly close to the beach, and we loved the ease of renting bikes and umbrella/chairs. Kiawah is gorgeous, and we look forward to a return stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raven H.

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

Great time

Such an easy check in process and great place to stay! The best owner and so responsive! She was wonderful and truly made the place feel like home when we arrived! Can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Recommended Highly

Everything about our stay was seamless! Best location-easy beach access-very clean and inviting- will absolutely recommend Barbra to friends!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

perfect spot

we so enjoyed the property...it was just perfect for our anniversary getaway....the communications were terrific and we just couldn't have picked a better spot! thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

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

Glorious Kiawah!

Loved this property! Within steps of the beach and pools. Resort privileges! I’ve been coming to Kiawah for 39 years, and this place didn’t disappoint.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Great location

The condo is located in a great location, very close to the beach and is in great proximity to everything else on the island. We really enjoyed our stay and it had everything we needed while there. The host is very responsive. She provided us with quick answers and helpful information about the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Pyfer

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My husband and I found Kiawah on a drive from Pennsylvania to Florida headed to a vacation on Amelia Island with our two young kids. When we saw Kiawah, we cancelled Amelia and have been frequenting Kiawah ever since. We did stop by Amelia a few years ago and NO comparison. Kiawah is beautiful, minimal traffic, tons of bike trails, awesome beach, nice pools, lots of nature.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful Beach - rated one of the top in the world! Many activities for kids and adults, Tennis Courts and Golf Courses. Make sure to rent bikes and tour the island. Even when Kiawah is fully occupied, it never feels crowded. The landscape and wildlife at Kiawah is amazing.
Please make sure to ask Owner About Honeymoon Welcome Packages or Other Special Event Packages!!!

What makes this property unique

Beautiful Beach
Many options for Golfing
Great for Runners and Bikers
Awesome Nature Center
Miles and miles of running and bike trails
Wonderful shopping village
Terrific water activities available

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English

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