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Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters

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A house with a porch overlooking a body of water, surrounded by dense foliage.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.
A covered porch with a sofa, chairs, and a table.
A deck with two lounge chairs, a table, and a grill.
A sunroom with wicker furniture, ceiling fans, and large windows offering a view of trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kiawah Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Osprey Point Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Ocean Course
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kiawah Island

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Resort Shop and Splash Zone Waterpark. James Island Arts and Cultural Center and Tidal Trails are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Night Heron Park - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Ocean Course - 18 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nest Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters on 2 Jan 2027 start from £2,169, 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 at Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous lagoon view, easy beach access, 2 masters located?

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Kiawah Island Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course. Night Heron Park and The Ocean Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this property and can’t wait to get back! The whole house was well stocked, beautifully decorated, and just plain dreamy! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the proximity to the beach and bike trails. Love this relaxing oasis!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Luxurious peaceful getaway

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 house was a wonderful place for R and R. With the subsidized bikes from VayK rental, the beach was minutes away and the bike trails for wild life viewing immediately accesible. The house is gorgeous with a great kitchen, island, great room, and outdoor areas.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable home with a great location on the island. The kitchen was well stocked and organized very well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sweet Home

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: Lovely property. Easy walk to the beach. Serene setting with pond views. Very well stocked and cared for. We loved it so much we are getting it again next year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean - well equipped house with up to date features.

We enjoyed our stay and would return in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home

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: Beautiful home behind the second gate at Kiawah. The house is on a quiet cul de sac, easy bike ride to the beach. The screened in porch is awesome to sit on. The house has plenty of space for a family to spread out and not be on top of each other too. The kitchen was well stocked, knives and pots were nice to use too. We cooked big meals and had no problems.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great house with lots of room to gather!

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: Enjoyed staying in this spacious home with several places to gather. Kitchen had everything we needed and screened in porch was my favorite. The master bedroom was very spacious and comfortable.. I was a little nervous being so close to the pond/alligators, so we stayed clear of that side of the house. The location is great though if you want to be in the middle of the island.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding experience: comfort and perfect location

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: Our stay at 144 Hooded Merganser in Kiawah Island completely exceeded our expectations. The property is spacious, comfortable, and beautifully decorated with excellent taste and care. Everything in the house works perfectly, which made our stay completely stress-free.The gorgeous lagoon view is a standout feature, offering a peaceful and relaxing natural setting. Additionally, the beach access is incredibly quick and easy, making our daily walks to the ocean effortless.The house was delivered spotless and beautifully maintained. The reservation and check-in process with the ESPM Vacation Rentals team was thoroughly professional and seamless. We highly recommend this rental for a premium getaway in Kiawah!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice place for the value!

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: We had a good time. The place had a slight smell upon entry, but I would attribute that to being near the ocean. Otherwise, place was clean and neat, and the property managers were very easy to work with.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, serene, immaculate!

The home is in one of the best locations on the island, close to the beach and in a beautiful, treed neighborhood on a cul-de-sac. The home itself is bright, beautifully decorated, immaculately clean (and we are very picky!) and a true home away from home. We especially loved the screened in porch and all of the kitchen amenities. Highly, highly recommend! We will be back
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

December/Holiday 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: Wonderful vacation! House and location were accurately represented. Very clean, stocked with everything you could need. Lots of things to do- ride bikes, play cornhole,walks to the beach,day trips to Charleston and shopping at Freshfield Village. We would like to make this our annual tradition. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Home

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: Perfect location, exceptionally clean home and in a nice quiet location. We very much enjoyed our 4 night stay and dream of coming back one day! While the weather was not very cooperative, we were able to spend an afternoon on the enclosed porch having wine and cheese!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely LOVED our 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: We have been visiting Kiawah Island for 20 years and have stayed in many houses on the island so you could say our standards are high! 144 Hooded Merganser met every one of our needs (and our standards), from how clean the house was, to the luxurious furniture and even the brand-new looking appliances. This house exceeded our expectations and made our stay a great one! We will most likely book this house again in the future! Thanks for an awesome trip!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Pretty Bad

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pretty Bad. A/C Broke on a Sunday. Apparently ESPM does not have 24/7 contract. Didn't get fixed until Monday, while we sweated on a hot Sunday night in Kiawah. Liner to one of the showers disgusting. Called for a replacement on Monday, but didn't get it util Thursday. Each bathroom with too sinks only got 1 bar of soap. Too cheap to give a bar of soap for every sink? Requested Late check-out twice online and received no response, although answer was supposed to come within 72 hours of check-out. But charged my credit card no problem without responding. When asked for it in writing all I got was, "you were approved". No sorry, nothing. House itself was ok, except for what I mentioned above. Best part is close to beach. Other than that, I would NOT recommend it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great 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: Easy checkin, good communication, excellent location, very comfortable home!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stay at 144 Hooded Merganser

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: Our stay at 144 Hooded Merganser was relaxing and quite enjoyable. The home was meticulously clean and well appointed. The management company was very communicative and responsive. The location was excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully appointed home

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: The home is beautiful and has everything you need. I love the Shades of Vanilla decor. I had a great stay at the house and on Kiawah Island.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Wonderful Week at the Beach

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: Our family had a very nice stay at 144 Hooded Merganser over the 4th of July week- the home is so well cared for, and wonderfully appointed in every way; we have stayed at many homes all throughout the island, and this is one of the best ever!! The screened in porch is idyllic with its lagoon view, and the house is in perfect condition- the layout of the bedrooms gives everyone space to unwind, and the kitchen was beautiful. It is a real gem behind Kiawah's second gate- easy walk to the beach several times a day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

First vacation in Kiawah Island

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: We typically vacation at Hilton Head or Bald Head Island, but have always heard good thing about Kiawah Island, so decided to give it a try. The island did not disappoint and neither did 144 Hooded Merganser. The house was gorgeous and very well appointed and maintained. The communication with ESPM was also excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very nice house

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 good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful family house with all the details!

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: All the details were just perfect. The home has three well-appointed rooms with bathrooms, so everyone has a place and feels comfortable. Love the living room with all the special touches - games, record player with cool records, etc. The kitchen has everything you need. Walk to the beach, bike to everything else.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely, lovely home!

Our family has stayed at quite a few houses on Kiawah over the years and this one is one of the very best! The furnishings, sheets, towels, rugs, etc are so comfortable and soft, the screened porch is the perfect spot to relax with cross breezes and 2 wonderful fans, the location is quiet and only a 4-5 min easy bike ride to the beach, the kitchen is extremely well equipped, TVs are amazing, Wifi worked perfectly, and its so clean and well set up for vacation! The management company was great with communication and responsiveness to questions and bike delivery, and the owners have left wonderful touches that add to the incredible welcoming feel of this house! We enjoyed this spot so very much and appreciate how much the owners have done to make it a home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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