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Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 123750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Osprey Point Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Crib and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis

Summary:
Bufflehead 3

The Space:
This spacious, well-appointed Vanderhorst Plantation home has a sunroom, deck, and a new private pool that can be heated (if requested one week in advance and for an additional fee), that allows you to enjoy the outdoors and take in the views of the lagoon behind the house. This home has hardwood floors, granite counters, and painted cabinets within an upscale full kitchen on the first floor. There is an extra refrigerator in the office area, the perfect place to store cold drinks for the warm weather! The home has recently been renovated with a new couch, chairs, sunroom furniture, and grill and is just a short walk or bike ride (about 700 yards) to the beach, which is virtually around the corner.

When you enter the home and take the staircase on your left to the second story, you'll find four bedrooms. Taking two immediate lefts at the top of the stairs will bring you to a bedroom with a flatscreen TV. From there, just down a short hall is a bedroom with a flatscreen TV and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower with a removable showerhead. Moving past the staircase and a small sitting room, the bedroom on your left has a flatscreen TV. Across the hall is another bedroom with an en suite bathroom with a shower/ tub combination. The primary bedroom, located on the main level just past the foyer is a serene retreat, featuring access to a private furnished deck, walk-in closet, and renovated en suite bathroom. The newly renovated bathroom has a bright inviting atmosphere and includes dual sinks with ample counter space, a freestanding tub for ultimate relaxation, and a spacious walk-in shower offering the perfect blend of comfort and luxury.

Things to Know
The home is equipped with a home mosquito spray system.


City/town permit number:RBL19-006742

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Water view

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. Freshfields Village and Center Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park. The Resort Shop and Fort Lamar Historic Preserve are also worth visiting.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • College of Charleston - 59 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Port of Charleston - 61 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Sports Pub & Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mingo Point - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis located?

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kiawah Island Beach, Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course. Night Heron Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a girl's getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Great family vacation

This is the second time we rented this house & it is perfect for our family. The updated bathrooms were a welcomed sight.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Pool was excellent once we got it heated. Very fun house for kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

Another great 4th at kiawah!

Great family house, close to beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Awesome Vacation Home

The home and Kiawah island were both amazing. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Margaret B.

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

Lovely house for our college reunion!

Check-in and out was very easy! House was great for our girl get together!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

sneha p.

Excellent Stay

This house was set up perfectly! Clean, well equipped kitchen, nice heated pool and deck area. My family and I were so impressed, that we would come and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

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

Awesome House!

Plenty of space, looks exactly like photos, excellent communication with management company.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

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

Exactly what we hoped for.

Quiet and clean location. Only 4 min walk to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Great late summer vacation in Kiawah

Beautiful house, beautiful beach, great location. Three minute bike ride to beach, house was very clean, everything was perfect. Highly recommended. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thanksgiving week on Kiawah

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 3 Bufflehead was a great home away from home!

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

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

Family Gun

It was a beautiful home on a quiet street.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Worth O.

July Fourth Week's Stay @ #3

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fun

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

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

Exceeded expectations

Beautiful home. Clean. Great location. Mgt company very responsive with any issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

Two weeks at 3 Bufflehead

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As usual, comfortable, clean, good location, and well appointed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kiawah vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love the layout and the easy bike ride to the beach. The newly opened bunk-bed room is fantastic!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

3 Bufflehead Was Boffo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house -- clean, comfortable and very convenient.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2014
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Easter on Kiawah

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is the best aspect of this house; it is a very quick bike ride/short walk to the ocean.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nakul J.

Extended family's yearly vacation to Kiawah

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful home, great location, expansive, nicely appointed. Only downside was no pool, but had easy access to beach by foot/bike.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

Kiawah Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very well appointed rental house. Comfortable and good for all ages. A+ to the housekeeping crew.

8/10 Good

M H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

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Property wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great Location & Perfect for a Family Gathering

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Kiawah is the perfect place to kick back, relax and enjoy the outer-banks experience at its best. This house is ideally situated. A short walk to the beach and in the center of the island.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guy C.

Roomy and comfortable

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Open floor plan in private area of the island, good location, everything went as plan, kudos to Beachwalker for ease of lease process.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joy C.

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was spacious and comfortable (furniture and beds). Kitchen is adequately stocked but could use more cooking utensils.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Beautiful Kiawah Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a last minute rental for us. Beachwalker Rental was wonderful and really helped everything go smoothly! We had a great vacation!

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