A True Nature Lover`s Island Retreatw/Private Dock

Enjoy our secluded waterfront home on Cole`s Island, hosted by HelmsBnB. Sleeping up to 8 guests, this haven is surrounded by nature, including large Spanish moss covered oak trees, and offers peace and tranquility for your group in the Lowcountry. Watch for dolphins and take in breathtaking water views with the floor-to-ceiling windows inside or enjoy the wrap around porch. Whether you`re spending time on the water or simply unwinding away from it all indoors, our home is the perfect spot for your next getaway.

Experience a tranquil, exclusive island escape to Lowcountry, at this recently updated waterfront log cabin on a private land. Nestled in a remote area with under 100 other inhabitants on the whole island and surrounded by majestic oak trees draped in Spanish moss, our pet and family friendly beautiful home sleeps 8 and has floor to ceiling windows with stunning water views. Under an hour from Bluffton, Beaufort, Savannah, and Hilton Head, this is the perfect combination of a remote escape and beach vacation.

A fully stocked kitchen, modern amenities, and outdoor gas grill makes staying in and relaxing for meals a breeze, with plenty of seating for dining both indoors and out. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, your group will have space for everyone to spread out. Enjoy your own private waterfront yard and dock for easy water access and embrace nature with birdwatching, fishing, or kayaking right at your doorstep. There is a plethora of wildlife to observe. One of our previous guests saw over 100 different species of birds in a weekend and of course dolphin sightings are our favorite! With us being remote, you may also see other kind of wildlife including snakes, sharks, deer, coyotes, and spiders—this is a truly nature-friendly home! Our home is the perfect spot for a quiet getaway, nature lovers, family vacation, or group trip.

Please note while we have recently updated this home, it is still over 50 years old. The bathrooms have not been majorly renovated and this is still a very secluded space. Bugs and wildlife should be expected.

Access to the home is a 10 minute drive from the main road, via a dirt road, where you can enjoy a picturesque drive through historic Good Hope Plantation (AWD or 4WD vehicle highly recommended year round). We also recommend arriving during daylight hours when checking in as there are no street lights on the dirt road.

If you want an evening out, you’re only 10 minutes from Ridgeland, where you can explore the town’s shopping, museums, and restaurants, or visit River Dog Brewing or September Oaks Winery. Additionally, it’s under 45 minutes from Beaufort, Hilton Head, Bluffton, and Savannah - all offering a variety of world famous beaches, restaurants, and shops!

Main Floor:
- Living room with floor to ceiling windows looking out onto the water, high ceilings, comfortable seating, and cable TV
- Fully stocked kitchen with all the essentials including a fridge, dishwasher, and gas stove oven
- Dining area with table and seating for 8
- *Non functioning* decorative brick fireplace centerpiece
- King bedroom with large sliding glass doors leading out onto the deck, a couch/reading nook, and stunning water views
- Queen bedroom with large sliding glass doors out onto the deck and water views
- Bedroom with 2 twin beds
- Bedroom with 2 twin beds
- Full bathroom with shower and tub
- Full bathroom with shower and tub
- Laundry room with washer/dryer and hooks for drying towels and swimsuits

Outside:
- Private yard and dock
- 2 kayaks, 1 canoe, and life jackets
- Picnic dining table with seating with an umbrella and gas grill
- Wrap around spacious porch with Adirondack chairs overlooking the water
- Fire pit with adirondack chair seating
- Expansive yard to run around and/or explore in

Guests have full access to the house, yard, dock and beach, with the exception of two locked storage closets.

We are always available, but never overbearing.

We do offer a military/military families discount - send us a message when inquiring about your dates!

While we strive to minimize guest disturbances, we regularly maintain our home and may conduct lawn care during reservations, particularly on weekdays or during longer stays.

4WD or AWD vehicle necessary year round

We are dog friendly and require a non-refundable $125 dog fee, per dog (2 dogs, max). This does not cover any damage or waste pickup and all dogs must be house trained. If you are bringing your pup along, we must know at the time of booking and prior to your arrival. Please note that we do not allow cats due to guest allergies.

Being in the heart of nature, there are a number of wild animals on and around the property to observe and be aware of, especially when bringing pets or young children.

Smoking is not permitted in the house or near any open exterior doors.

We have installed exterior only security cameras for the safety of both guest and property. These cameras are actively recording both audio and video outside all entrances and side doors. Any tampering with cameras, including, but not limited to covering and otherwise disabling of these cameras are grounds for early termination of reservation with no refunds whatsoever.

Please note that any refunds made in accordance with our cancellation policy will be less any credit card fees.