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Life's A Beach. An outstanding 5 bedroom home located on a unspoiled island.

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A spacious dining area with a white table and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with a view.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a ceiling fan.
Private kitchen
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Daufuskie Island Beach
5 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Daufuskie Island, SC
  • Place, Daufuskie Island Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Calibogue Sound
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bloody Point Lighthouse and Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 7

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 8

Spaces

Deck or patio
Number of living rooms

About this property

Life's A Beach. An outstanding 5 bedroom home located on a unspoiled island.

This property is located in the Melrose Resort which is on Daufuskie Island. For those not familiar with Daufuskie it is an island without a bridge located about a mile south of Hilton Head. It is accessible by Ferry or boat. Cars are not readily transported for vacation stays.
The Corrako Beach Club restaurant is open and the pool is open on a seasonal basis. The Inn and golf course remain closed for renovations.
Escape to this marvelous house in picturesque Daufuskie Island. With 5 bedrooms including 3 king beds, 1 queen bed, and 2 twin beds, this outstanding property is perfect for families or groups of friends. You'll have access to 5 bathrooms with amenities like jetted bathtubs. Plus, there's a Media room with a full bed for extra space. There are great views of the Atlantic Ocean, Hilton Head Island and Tybee Island from most rooms and the multiple porches and decks.
Enjoy all that Daufuskie Island has to offer when you stay at our place.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Receptions may host more guests on the grounds
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4313242
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Receptions may host more guests on the grounds
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Daufuskie Island

Melrose on the Beach, a neighborhood in Daufuskie Island, is home to this vacation home. 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 Tybee Island Beach. Coastal Discovery Museum and Adventure Cove are also worth visiting.
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Daufuskie Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Daufuskie Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Calibogue Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation Museum - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Daufuskie Island Distillery - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bloody Point Lighthouse and Museum - 9 min drive - 5.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Quarterdeck - ‬198 min drive
  • ‪Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - ‬196 min drive
  • ‪Huc-A-Poos Bites and Booze - ‬260 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - ‬169 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬204 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life's A Beach. An outstanding 5 bedroom home located on a unspoiled island. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life's a Beach: ocean views, island home?

As of Jul 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life's a Beach: ocean views, island home on Nov 2, 2026 start from $1,035, 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.

Where is Life's A Beach. An outstanding 5 bedroom home located on a unspoiled island. located?

Located in Melrose on the Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Daufuskie Island Beach and Calibogue Sound. Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation Museum and Bloody Point Lighthouse and Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

J Michael H.

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

A wonderful stay.

We had a great visit. The home had everything we needed to have a wonderful trip. It was great to be able to access the main beach from the home's private beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

J H.

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

The stay was wonderful

The home was very well appointed and perfect for our group. The views from the home were great! We especially enjoyed the private beach access that come with the home. We are looking forward to future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Prefect relaxation

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house served as a perfect base to explore and enjoy the beauty of unspoiled Daufuskie. The home was in tiptop shape and had everything we needed for a great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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