Brand new pool! This home has had updates all throughout and is fresh and ready for your perfect Kiawah Island getaway! Pool is heated from October through April. Located conveniently on Governor's Drive in Vanderhorst Plantation between The Sanctuary Hotel and recreational offerings at East Beach and the famed Ocean Course, 281 Governors Drive is a freshly renovated five-bedroom, six-bathroom, 3,740-square-foot home is situated among exquisite live oaks and towering palms on a large corner homesite. The well-maintained landscape enhances the inviting front porch and cedar-clapboard exterior of the home, which boasts a traditional Southern-style facade. Property views extend across the lagoon waters to the 5th fairway of the Osprey Point Course - a perfect Kiawah Island and Lowcountry setting.
Gorgeous new interior furnishings give this home a light, airy, and coastal feel. The traditional floorplan includes a beautiful formal dining room and separate living room with built-in shelves, recessed lighting, a fireplace, and three sets of glass doors that allow bright natural light to flow inside. Two additional sliding glass doors, custom wood cabinets, and a center island are the focal points of the kitchen. The living spaces extend outside to the large screened porch and new Garapa deck that overlook the calm lagoon waters. Lush trees and foliage provide a peaceful and private exterior sanctuary. Pool with waterfall feature on the back deck with a great view, pool heat is $175 per day plus tax, four day minimum required.
The spacious master suite features a fireplace and sliding glass doors to a private balcony, multiple closets and a bathroom with dual vanities with granite countertops and tile flooring. A guest room on the first floor also has a set of glass doors to bring in natural light and offer access to the outdoor living spaces.
Upstairs, the second floor boasts a converted space with vaulted ceilings, one bedroom with a full bath plus a comfortable and quiet sitting room.
As our guest, you will have access to 5 Championship Golf Courses – including The Ocean Course – the location of the 2021 PGA Championship; The Kiawah Island Resort Tennis Center - #1 ranked by Tennis Resorts Online; Free Wireless Internet Access;. Local Property Management staff is on hand in case of emergencies and their friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff can assist you with any needs throughout your stay.
No smoking and no pets allowed. Please note the garage access is off limits to guest use.
When you stay with ESPM for 3-21 nights you will receive a valuable credit of up to $280 (amount dependent on length of stay) to use toward beach gear, bikes, etc. Credit may not be available for last minute bookings, 48 hours notice is required.
Upon booking you will be sent a rental agreement to review and complete online. Your booking is not confirmed until this document has been submitted.
TOKI license #RBL21-000134, max occupancy 12, 4 driveway parking, fines issued by Town of $150 and up for additional vehicles and prohibited vehicles, guests are responsible for fines incurred
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Kiawah Island
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. Battery Number 5 Marker and McLeod Plantation Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park. The Resort Shop and Tidal Trails are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Medical University of South Carolina - 54 min drive - 54.3 km
College of Charleston - 56 min drive - 55.0 km
Getting around
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Jasmine Porch - 17 min drive
River Room at The River Course At Kiawah Island Club - 21 min drive
Linnette’s - 43 min drive
The Nest Market - 19 min drive
The Lobby Bar - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresh, new reno, central, pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Fresh, new reno, central, pool!?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fresh, new reno, central, pool! on 3 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,734, 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 Fresh, new reno, central, pool!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fresh, new reno, central, pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fresh, new reno, central, pool!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fresh, new reno, central, pool! located?
Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kiawah Island Beach, Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course. Ocean Course and Night Heron Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved the house and it was a wonderful vacation with family!
Jose V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Megan A.
31 Jul, 2025
Grade A on Governor
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:
House was amazing!! Great space, comfortable beds, plenty of items to make cooking easy.. Highly recommend!
Megan A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Raj A.
22 Aug, 2021
Governors Drive
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 our first time visiting and overall it was an excellent experience.
This was a perfect last minute get away before the kids return to school. The house had the perfect amount of space and a wonderful kitchen/family room area for everyone to come together. We did have a small problem with ants in hat we had to wait a day to get taken care of, but the gentleman came (and was super nice) and swiftly got the problem resolved.
Mandi M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for the feedback, Kiawah has a "quiet" day on Sundays so any contractors are not allowed on the island that day, but glad we were able to get him out quickly on Monday and resolve the issue!
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:
I will rent the same exact house next year in the summer months though, so I can get the full experience.
Cagney V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed this beautiful home and hope you will be back soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
11 Mar, 2020
Wonderful 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:
This is a beautiful and very clean home. It is always hard to know exactly what you are getting through pictures, but this home is truly fabulous. I highly recommend it!
We extended our stay at this lovely home that includes a screened back porch situated next to a small, wooded area which leads to a pond and in the near distance, a golf course. The porch extends across the back of the house so multiple guests can take advantage of the view.
Kiawah has a few restaurant options, but if you're staying for more than a few days, you'll likely want to cook at home. This kitchen makes that easy because it is well-stocked with cooking and baking tools (not always the case in rentals). The main sitting area in the house had multiple, comfortable seating options.
I'd stay here again.
Not sure there are enough words to express how special this home AND location are. The home is STUNNING. The space for everyone is fantastic. The screened in porch was wonderful. The kitchen has EVERYTHING you need and more! The beds were very comfortable. If you are debating heating the pool, just do it. It is VERY cold, if left unheated, as it is shaded. Some may love that, but it wasn’t extremely hot the week we were there and the pool was definitely too cold for our group. The bike rental and bike rides to the beach were so pleasant and fun. Renting chairs and umbrellas to be delivered to the beach is definitely the way to go! This was the best trip our family has ever taken, and a huge part of that was how incredible this location was.
Nichole S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
25 Apr, 2020
Great layout!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our extended time in this home! The layout is great with four bedrooms and attaching baths all on the first floor! Also, the kitchen was very well stocked and it was furnished well. Just beautiful. Our suggestions to make the rental experience go from good to great would be for the owners to grant access to the garage, for there to be TVs in the bedrooms (there were none), and for access to the smart TV in the living room. There are a lot of trees surrounding the property, and debris feel often. Our cars were a constant mess and we had to physically move our bikes from the driveway up and around the home into the screened porch area any time it was going to rain. It was very frustrating not to be able to easily move things into a garage. Also, the main TV is restricted with a PIN required so we couldn't download apps for the children to use our personal accounts. This wasn't helpful on rain days or for family movie nights. Also, please be aware that the home is on a very busy street. Cars fly by often. If you have small children like we do, please plan on being outside with them at all times. Overall, we would stay again if there was garage access!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed the house over all and would return! The homeowners live fairly close and will come in frequently when the house is not occupied so they use the garage to store an extra car and all their own personal items, there simply isn't room in there for guests to put a car or store their own gear or we'd definitely try and work it out to where we could offer it for guest use. We have made the suggestion to the homeowners about additional TVs and pin code access to download smart apps to them. Thanks so much for the helpful feedback and we hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
12 Oct, 2024
A Wonderful Trip
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:
Our family enjoyed our stay at 281 Governors Drive, and as always appreciated the impeccable service from ESPM
Sharon B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Annette A.
26 Aug, 2024
stay at 281 Govenors Drive
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice house, however there is very little space to dry clothes we were seven adults and 2 children and it was a problem, asked for an airer but none was forthcoming, the house is well equiped and we had a good stay
Annette A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tara H.
2 Jun, 2023
Excellent Family Vacation Home and Terrific Property Manager
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 is a beautiful home which is perfect for a family vacation. The property manager was excellent and super responsive. We were renting very last minute because of a problem with our home. They were so helpful. The home was very well equipped and the screen porch was lovely. Highly recommend.
Great house, quiet neighborhood. Six minutes from the beach, about ten minutes from the Ocean Course.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gregory M.
7 Mar, 2022
281 Governor's Drive was Lovely
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Beautiful Home, nicely decorated and perfect for our large family! The kitchen was a cook's dream and had every appliance and tool you could need for a gourmet meal. It would be helpful to have instructions for the cable TV system, the thermostat, the alarms for the patio doors and they are not intuitive to use. We would definitely rent this place again!
Gregory M.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Neil M.
16 Nov, 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Nice house, too bad the manager dropped the ball on cleaning.
Master Bedroom slept in, bed unmade? No return to my email? Unacceptable at this price.
Neil M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2021
Thank you for your feedback and we do apologize, again, for this error on our part. your email had an image on it that sent it to our spam/junk folder, otherwise we are very prompt to respond. We did completely refund the clean fee due to the error and had three different managers contact you to apologize. I am sorry this still wasn't satisfactory to you and you felt that this one error warranted a low review for this otherwise absolutely spectacular property...
We had a great time at the property. Even though we preferred to be closer to beach we found a short cut that made it easy. The house is pretty and well decorated. At first was a little dissatisfied there were not more tvs in the house but then quickly forgot about it. Actually gave us more quiet time. View of lagoon was pretty. Liked having a pool. Being on Governors a busy street was totally fine. Loved it.
Stacey S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wendy M.
19 Jul, 2021
Spectacular 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:
281 Governors Drive home was one of our favorites for many reasons. The floorplan is great for a family that has kids. The upstairs has two full bathrooms and a living room area for kids to have their own space. The downstairs bedrooms all have bathrooms that are updated and they are separate from the master bedroom. The outdoor area is spacious and the plunge pool is great for cooling off. Great views and location on the island as well. The kitchen is well stocked and the entire house is decorated and clean. ESPM is a great company to rent thru. We definitely will rent this home again. The driveway is also great for multiple vehicles.
Wendy M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa S.
26 Mar, 2020
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:
The Property was exactly what I was looking for and had lots of space for our family of six
Melissa S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ellen F.
12 Nov, 2019
Great
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 home
Ellen F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed this beautiful home and hope you will be back soon!
We had a baby shower here with the women in my family. Great location and beautiful home!
Lauren P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so glad you enjoyed this beautiful home and hope you will be back soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
susan g.
21 Aug, 2019
281 Governors Drive 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:
Awesome
Great everything, hassle free simple one of the best houses we had ever stayed
Regards
Jorge N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for being one of our first guests in this exquisite home, we're so glad you had a great experience!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jorge N.
16 Jun, 2019
La casa ideal para grupos grandes !
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:
Amplia, moderna, la cocina ESPECTACULAR, bien ubicada. Sin duda una excelente opción
Jorge N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
English translation of guest review: The ideal house for large groups! Spacious, modern, SPECTACULAR kitchen, well located. Without a doubt an excellent option Estamos muy contentos de que haya disfrutado de su estancia, gracias por su evaluación!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John P.
9 May, 2019
Wedding weekend in 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:
This home is wonderful for family & group gatherings. It is decorated beautifully, the layout is great, the kitchen is a fantastic and the porch is perfect for relaxing while looking over the pond - everyone loved it!.
John P.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for being our first guests in this fantastic home! The feedback is super helpful! We hope to see you all back again very soon!
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