Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch
WE ARE NEXT TO THE HOTEL, AND A 3-5 MINUTE WALK TO THE BEACH (despite incorrect info printed on this site by VRBO). You will have KIAWAH RESORT PRIVILEGES to include swimming in the Resort pools. Not many properties offer these amenities. Though listed as "private pool," the Resort pools are not on our property but close- by in Night Heron Park and West Beach. Come vacation in our three bedroom Tennis Club Villa which sits on a secluded lagoon and is the closest villa to the footbridge access to the beach. We are located in the East Beach area of Kiawah Island very near the luxury Sanctuary Hotel and Spa.
Our home-away-from-home is gorgeous yet comfortable. Relax in the spacious, ground-floor unit with all the conveniences of home. Enjoy the bright, airy screened-in porch; watch the varied wildlife right at your window. Our villa sleeps six with a King bed and Posturepedic mattress in the Master Bedroom, and twin beds in the second. The third bedroom has a Queen and single bed.
We offer Kiawah Resort amenities, which means you will have free use of the pools at Night Heron Park (additional new pool for kids) and the pool in West Beach.
NIGHT HERON PARK POOL
As of September 2022-
The Nest is beautifully situated under the live oaks in the heart of the island at Night Heron Park. It offers counter service breakfast, lunch and dinner with some wonderfully prepared meals also available for guests to take with them to finish at home. Guests may also dine on-site either indoors or on the expansive porch. The Nest is fully stocked with logo apparel, gifts and things for the whole family to better enjoy their time on the beach, the pool or the island in general. Of course, it has a great selection of groceries including beer and wine and a "locals" specialty section for our guests' ultimate convenience. And it is home to our very own bakery that is viewable from the dining room as our pastry team prepares the fresh baked goods offered on site.
A large children's pool at the Night Heron Park, complete with 27 water features including a dual speed slide and a kid's slide, approximately 190 feet of 'zero entry,' a total perimeter footage of 457 feet and a total square footage of approximately 8,500 sq. ft.
Night Heron's adult-friendly 5,233 sq. ft. pool with 304 perimeter footage, three 25 meter lap lanes and approximately 416 sq. ft. of 9-inch deep lounging area is the perfect place for quiet adult relaxation, lap swimming and aqua aerobics. The pool will also be used for swim lessons and select children's Kamp Kiawah activities.
WEST BEACH POOL The third 4,760 sq. ft. pool (with 317 perimeter footage including approximately 90 feet of 'zero entry') is in West Beach adjacent to the West Beach Tennis Complex. The pool features both an adult section and a large play structure with nine water toys and two additional shallow water features for smaller children. It also includes a circular slide with a 90-foot run - the perfect amenity for guests staying in West Beach.You will also have door-to-door transportation and discounts on golf and tennis as well as advanced tee times. You will also have 24 hour Front Desk services, maintenance services 7 am to 11 pm, resort charging privileges, and complimentary trash service upon request. Our guests also enjoy preferred access to Nature and Chidren's programs and use of the West Beach Fitness Center. (None of these amenities are available to non-resort guests).
Enjoy our fully-equipped kitchen and wet bar and smart TV in the living room, TV in Master bedroom(both with cable) and books. Ceiling fans are located in the living room and porch. We have a full-size washer and dryer, new kitchen appliances and granite counters, as well as many other special touches.
Kiawah Island was named a 'Top 10 Best Family Resort' by Family Life magazine. See why Conde Nast Traveler Magazine has placed Kiawah Island on its Gold List and named it among the Top 10 North American Resorts and the #2 island to visit in the United States! (We think it’s #1!) Bike over 30 miles of trails on the island. Walk or bike just a few minutes to Kiawah's beautiful ten-mile-long beach. Also nearby are tennis courts (ranked in the top 5 US tennis resorts according to Tennis Magazine), golf courses (Golf Digest- 5 Star rating and Golf Magazine- The Ocean Course is among the Top 100 Courses in the US), Night Heron Park and Nature Center, the Spa at the Sanctuary, and The Market at Town Center. We provide all linens and towels. Daily towel service is available. No Smoking and No Pets, please.
We think that you will fall in love with Kiawah and our villa just as we have!
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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About the area
Kiawah Island
Located in Kiawah Island, this villa is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Night Heron Park and Kiawah Island Beach, while Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project and With These Hands Gallery are cultural highlights. The Resort Shop and Splash Zone Waterpark are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Jasmine Porch - 7 min walk
Linnette’s - 27 min drive
The Nest Market - 18 min walk
FortyEight - Wine Bar & Kitchen - 13 min drive
River Room at The River Course At Kiawah Island Club - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch?
As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch on 3 May, 2026 start from S$477, 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.
Is Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Resort Amenities! Next to Sanctuary Hotel. Short walk to beach. Screened porch located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron Park. Kiawah Island Beach and Osprey Point are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
If you want to enjoy the Sanctuary, beach, and Kiawah Resort amenities (pools, charging privileges, etc.) without paying exorbitant prices, this villa is ideal. Clean, comfortable, very quiet, and a very short walk to both the hotel and beach. Perfect for families.
Beautiful property. Perfect location. We have been going to Kiawah for 30 years. This is one of the best properties we have stayed at. Hope to come back next year.
Property was spacious, well-appointed and clean! Great location close to the beach. Kids were very entertained by watching the alligators from the porch and windows.
The property is nice and clean. Loving that it has a lot of extra towels so we each have a new one everyday. Kitchen has a lot of plates, bowls, utensils, more than other places we stayed at before. Martha is nice and very accommodating. And the best thing is that you have access to resort amenities. We love the pool complex so much, especially my son. And my husband definitely loves the reduced cost of playing at the legendary Ocean course!
Stayed here with my two adult sons and their families. Their children are 7 months, 3 years, and 7 years. The pools were great for the kids and the ocean was an easy walk down the boardwalk. The villa was perfect for our family. We will definitely stay here again!
We have stayed at Kiawah Island many times. It is one of our favorite vacation spots. This particular villa was great! It was located right on a lagoon so we had close up views of nature daily. Walk to the beach was easy and we biked to Night Heron park to enjoy the pool. The rooms were clean and comfortable. We ate on the screened in porch overlooking the lagoon. I would definitely stay here again!
Rebecca G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2024
Thank you Rebecca. Glad you enjoyed it and please come again.
This is such a cute little villa near the tennis courts with everything you need! We were staying in Kiawah for a wedding at the River Course and this was the perfect location; close to the beach, close to the wedding, and a quick drive to fresh fields. Our toddler loved the screened in porch and watching the alligators go by. This was a great place for little kids and the night heron park/pool is always a hit.
Simone S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thank you Simone. I’m so glad it worked out so well for you. Please come again!
The owner was very communicative and provided a packet of helpful tips on dining, chair and bike rentals, etc. It was nice having 3 bedrooms with their own full bathrooms. Check in was super easy. No need to drag a bunch of linens and paper goods, those are included. The screened in porch was really nice for eating and hanging out.
Angela J.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2023
Thank you Angela! It was nice having you and I hope you’ll come again!
Great location for the beach, easy walk. Short drive to each of the pools which were in excellent condition. Area of shops with market within a 5-10 minute drive. Go to La Tela for pizza, great suggestion from the owner. Played Pickleball several times at the tennis center. Very well kept and run. Would definitely return.
Thais was our first visit to Kiawah Island and we couldn’t have picked a better place to stay. The location of this villa was perfect. A very short walk or ride to the beach, where my tween loved to run down on the beach around sunset. We rode bikes to the sanctuary at night for ice cream, rode to the pool and played some tennis at the tennis center. My children loved having their own rooms and bathrooms and we enjoyed drinking coffee on the screened in porch after a sunrise walk on the beach. Martha is very responsive, but the villa is part of the resort network, so you have a hotel phone in the villa should you need anything immediately. Thanks for a great stay, Martha.
Rhianna A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
And thank you for staying with us. Please come again. You were a great guest.
We had a wonderful time on our trip to Kiawah. Martha, the owner, was kind enough to let us know about recent changes at the resort due to Covid-19. Without this information, we would not have had bikes or chairs/umbrellas at the beach! It's a beautiful, 5 minute (walking at a 6 year old's pace) walk to the beach. The unit was very clean and had everything we needed (except for salt and pepper!) for cooking meals and cleaning up, including paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher tabs, etc. There were a few beach chairs available, as well, which came in handy on days the rentals were unavailable. We would definitely book this location again!
Shaileen P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
You are so nice to write a review. Thank you. Please come again. You are incredibly neat. I’m sure our villa was the easiest to clean on the island.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachael R.
10 Aug, 2018
Great location, access to resort amenities!
The owner was great. She communicated well, provided many tips for the island. It was our first visit to Kiawah, we did not understand the island dynamic prior to going. The owner did a great job answering questions. We had 6 adults on our visit, and still plenty of space. So nice that each room has its own bathroom. Very close to the beach and to the Sanctuary Hotel. Bike ride away, or a decent walk, from Night Heron. Easy access to the market and conference center. Condo had beach chairs and boogey boards, no beach towels. Kitchen well stocked. Access to the resort amenities (except anything at the Sanctuary).
3 things I loved about this Villa: 1) location location location. Can’t beat it. Less than 5 minute walk to the beach, right next to the Sanctuary So many discounts -especially golf. Were able to do advanced tee times. Close to everything. 2) Exemplary communication with Martha. She was SO incredibly thorough. Sent us all the places to go- all the tips- she is an awesome host. Very prompt replies to inquiries. 3) We enjoyed sitting on the enclosed porch on the lagoon. It was such a show. Alligators, deers that come up to the porch, birds, turtles, fish - always something to view…super fun. We absolutely loved Kaiwah Island. People are friendly- and the setting is relaxing. Loved looking at the huge estates. Loved biking on the beach. Will definitely return.
Jan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2023
Thank you for such a nice review and I’m glad you had such a nice time. It’s wonderful introducing Kiawah to guests who have never visited us before. I’m glad you’ll be coming back!
The villa was perfect for my husband and me, my mother, and our two young children. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, we all had our own space. The main living space and kitchen were comfortable and perfect for our group of 5. We absolutely loved the screen porch that overlooked a pond. As for location, we were a short 5 minute walk to the Sanctuary, 5 minutes to the beach, and 10 minutes to Night Heron park. Martha the property owner was quick to answer our questions and helpful as well. It was great to have access to the resort pools. Highly recommend this villa!
Lydia D.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Thank you Lydia. So glad you enjoyed it! I hope you can come back in the future.
The unit is in a excellent location close to all things you want for a family. We rode bikes so just a few mins ride to beach, heron park, tennis court, golf. The owner’s membership in the rental program is a big benefit because it gives you access to the club amenities. Owner is very responsive and went the extra mile to coordinate our requested stay dates.
Our stay at the Kiawah East Beach Tennis Villas exceeded our high expectations. The Villa is roomy and features a wonderful screened in porch with great views of the nearby lagoon. We enjoyed our daily sightings of a gorgeous anhinga and resident baby alligator. In addition, this Villa is adjacent to the bridge that leads to the beach, which is just a short walk away. The East Beach location is fantastic, as guests are a short bike or car ride away from Night Heron Park and the Vanderhorst Plantation. The lovely host was very responsive and provided great recommendations for food and excursions.
This was a PERFECT vacation for my family of 5! Easy short (5 min) walk to the beach, close enough to pools to bike (10-15 min ride with 9 year old) and right on a lagoon. The kids loved seeing their “friend” the alligator at dusk every day in the lagoon. The owner is absolutely lovely and promptly answered any questions we had. Wonderful experience, rent it today if you can! We would love to rent it again next year.
This villa was just prefect! Spotlessly clean. Very spacious. Everything you could possibly need (including boogie boards for the kids and beach chairs). Short walk to the beach. The owner was so lovely contacting me with plenty of information before our visit. Would definitely stay again!
We had a great time in the property. Close to beach and great lagoon where we saw alligators every morning! Plenty of room for our family and all amenities to enjoy on Kiawah!
The villa was in a great location and includes the full Kiawah Resort package
The villa was in a great location and includes full Kiawah resort amenities with both pools and golf privileges. The walk or bike to the beach was a short distance and it was close to Night Heron Park and the Santuary Hotel as well. Lots going on for kids! The condo was clean and well equipped with chairs, boogie boards and a full kitchen. We would definitely rent again!
Heather M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thank you for the review. Please come again. Martha
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What makes this property unique
We offer all Kiawah Resort amenities to include swimming at the 2 resort pools and on-island transportation.