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Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk!

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Master Bedroom with Queen Bed
Room
Living room area early evening
Living area
Left side of Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5970 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hilton Head Island, SC
  • Sea Pines Forest Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Coligny Plaza
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Coligny Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk!

Welcome to “Heavenly Sands” at Island House Villa in South Forest Beach. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our Pirates and Mermaids themed getaway in this 2 Bedroom/2 Bath villa. This is a 1 story flat on the second floor (and no one above you) and has been nicely renovated for a relaxing beach getaway.

Island House Management/HOA allows ONE dog per villa. We do not accept cats due to severe allergies. This is NON-NEGOTIABLE.
Pet pricing is negotiable for guests staying only 2-3 nights.

The Island House Villa complex is in the heart of Hilton Head Island with many conveniences within walking distance. We are just a ~10-minute walk to the beautiful beaches of Hilton Head Island to a more private area where it will tend to be less busy than a public beach. Celebration Park is a 5-minute walk across the street. You will also be greeted by a shopping plaza predominately to dine at. An extended walk will get you over to Coligny Plaza and the Coligny public Beach. At Coligny (great atmosphere!), you can find an assortment of shops and dining areas along with ice cream and souvenir shops. There's also a "golf-cart" service that frequently drives in the area that works on tips only.

The family room is equipped with a 65-inch TV, ceiling fan, sofa, and two recliners.

The Master bedroom has a queen-sized bed, ceiling fan, and its own master bath with walk in shower.

The Guest room has a queen and a twin bed that can accommodate up to three guests comfortably. It also has a ceiling fan. The second bathroom is adjacent to the bedroom.

The dining area offers plenty of seating and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your long- or short-term stay. Recently installed, are all new stainless-steel kitchen appliances. Also, in the kitchen, there is a full-sized washer and dryer. There's a full-sized coffee maker and a Keurig. We’ve provided books and games to pass your time away while relaxing at the villa. The unit does include Wi-Fi.

We rent 2 villas in the Island House Complex, so If you have plans to come with another family or your week is unavailable, please reference the VRBO ID 2124916. Both villas are second floor flats.

Around the corner, located on property of the villa, is a large spacious pool with plenty of lounge chairs and a bath house for you and all your guests to enjoy. The Van Der Meer Tennis facility is just steps away for the avid tennis player (They offer lessons and clinics).

Hilton Head Island offers so much for outdoor living. There's an abundance of bike trails, plenty of golfing, tennis, fishing, and beaches that will interest everyone. A new restaurant called “The Bank” just opened and is over a mile from our complex. It is THE spot to catch a sporting event with great food and drinks. There’s plenty of amazing live entertainment, events and dining to suit your needs on the island.

The gorgeous shores of Hilton Head are just a short walk. Biking is one of our favorite family activities. Bring your own bike or rent locally (free delivery) from across the way. Miles of trails will bring you hours of sightseeing and exercise throughout your stay. The island provides plenty of activities ranging from marine tours, aquatic adventures, fishing, golfing at its finest, shopping, and fine dining for all. Don’t forget those days’ trips off the island. Hilton Head Island is less than an hour away from the nostalgic areas of Savanah, GA and Charleston, SC. The up-and-coming town of Bluffton is 20 minutes away.
Whatever you choose to do while you’re here at Forest Beach, Island House, you’re sure to make plenty of memories at “Heavenly Sands” villa. We’ll strive to do everything we can to ensure your stay is comfortable, pleasurable, and worry free.

Property manager

Chris or Kim Alessi
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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
We are family friendly renters
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 dog limit is a non-negotiable HOA complex rule
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note, if your dog is roughly over the 50lb mark, please inquire to us and we can make an exception.
Our HOA has a strict rule of 1 dog, per villa. This rule is enforced and renters have been fined. Please do not bring 2 dogs nor ask if we'll allow it

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Hilton Head Island

Located near the beach, this villa is in South End, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. Shoppers can check out Coligny Plaza, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coligny Beach and North Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Sandbox and Legendary Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hilton Head Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Sea Pines Forest Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Coligny Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coligny Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shipyard Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 10 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Bamboo Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Frosty Frog - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sea Shack - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Frozen Moo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪FISH Casual Coastal Seafood - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heavenly Sands : 2BR/2BA Beach-Dine-Shop-Celebration Park! All ~10 minute Walk! located?

This family-friendly Hilton Head Island villa is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Lowcountry Celebration Park, Coligny Plaza and Coligny Beach. The Sandbox and Sea Pines Forest Preserve are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Perfect Piece of Paradise

We LOVED staying at the "Heavenly Sands" condo! My family of four stayed for a week during our spring break in April and it was just the escape we were looking for! The location is excellent as it is within walking distance to the beach and plenty of area restaurants and shopping outlets. The condo was very clean and the decor was adorable! Chris and Kim were the most hospitable hosts and Kim even checked in with us on the first day of our trip to see if we needed anything. Would recommend this little piece of paradise to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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

Wonderful condo

My husband and I stayed at this condo for 3 months (mid-January to mid-April). The location couldn't be better. Just a short walk to the beach and right on the walking/biking pathway. The condo complex was quiet and well maintained. Chris Alessi was a great host and very responsive. The condo itself was in good condition, with comfortable beds and furniture. If I was to plan another months-long stay, I might bring my own towels, as the towels provided were a little lackluster, though there were plenty of them. Overall, great place.
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl O.

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

Excellent Stay

Everything was Great! Exactly as pictured!Thanks so much Kim and Chris Hope to stay with you again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Perfect villa and location

We love staying at this villa. The hosts are so kind and have thought of everything to provide while on vacation. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beach. Thanks for having us again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

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

Relaxing Gorgeous Escape

Beautiful property. Kim called me to check on us the second day, and Chris gave my husband excellent fishing advice. Lots of shopping and many local sights. This is a great place to walk if you like that. Beaches, parks, trails, art, museums, fishing. What's not to love?
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Riding out Helene

Rode out hurricane helene then had a fantastic family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Great location and cozy accommodations near the beach

This was a repeat visit to this VRBO condo because it's very well maintained, clean and cozy and just minutes walk from the beach. It is very close to restaurants and the owners are very friendly and responsive to questions/concerns one might have. Our dog loved being on the beach with us every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan E.

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

Heavenly, Indeed!

We loved our stay at Heavenly Sands. We didn't arrive until late, but check-in was a breeze, with thorough check-in instructions provided ahead of time. Kim was in touch the morning after our arrival to make sure everything was good, and was very kind when the tenant downstairs submitted a noise complaint on my family for having two wild kiddos running around for a few minutes before their nap time. The unit was spotlessly clean, comfy and had all the essentials. Good location, with plenty of nearby restaurants and an easy walk/bike ride to beach access. Hope to return next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie J.

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

Another great stay

We have been staying at Kim’s couple of times through the years. It’s a perfect place for a small family like ours. Location is great - close to the beach, park and Coligany. House has everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie L.

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

Perfect Spot!

We loved staying at Chris and Kim’s Heavenly Sands! The location can’t be beat - it’s so close to the beach, Celebration Park, and Coligny. We rented bikes and only drove once the entire week! The unit was perfect for our family of five, plus service dog, and it was so nice to have the pool and tennis courts on site after a day at the beach. Communication from Chris and Kim was exceptional and we appreciated all of their personal touches like the info binder, well stocked kitchen, and even cleaning supplies. We can’t wait to book again for next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Family vacation

House was very comfortable and clean. Had a wonderful stay. Would recommend to a friend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cate S.

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

Another great stay!

We have stayed at this condo for 4 springs now, and really enjoy it every time. It’s clean, close to the beach and Coligny, and Kim and Chris are so kind and communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold F.

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

Everything you need for warm vacation

Clean, well stocked, great pool. Fifteen minute walk to beautiful sand beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Clean and Comfortable Accommodations - Great Location

We had a great time staying here! Great location - ten minute walk to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Chris is an excellent host - quick to respond to our questions, etc.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

danielle j.

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

Spring break

Our stay was lovely. From the easy check in to the simple check out. We enjoyed how easy it was to walk our little dog and the property was very nice.Hilton Head is a great place and very beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Very comfy villa

The villa was clean and welcoming. The easy chairs in the living room and master bed were very comfortable. From the villa to the sand on the beach it is almost 1/2 a mile, which some may find "far to walk". For us, it was a perfect distance. We were having a hard time finding a dog friendly vacation rental and were happy to find Kim and Chris's place. The pool, though not open for swimming (In Feb) was close by and a wonderful place to get some sun even on a cool day because it was sheltered. Dining and Coligny Plaza are easy walking distance away. My only request would be to have more kitchen towels and the addition of beach towels.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Winter get away

Great location as far as walk to the beach and the shops at Coligney. Wished there was more of an outdoor space and pet relief area around the condo. Had everything you could want or need in the unit. Bed in the master was very comfortable. I normally have issues with my back when away. Did not in the 2 weeks we were there. We will be back!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Great vacation spot!

Had a wonderful stay in this lovely condo in the heart of Hilton Head Island! The unit is a 5-10 minute walk to the beach and to shopping and restaurants at Coligny Plaza. This nicely updated condo has a very well-appointed kitchen, full-size washer and dryer, two good sized bedrooms and two full baths. Internet access, TVs with DVD player and an assortment of DVDs and a variety of games are available. We really enjoyed the pirates and mermaids theme as well. The hosts were very attentive and provided a welcome packet with great information and recommendations for island restaurants and activities. We definitely recommend this for a couple or family, and our dog had a wonderful time as well! We plan to return next year--thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Comfortable and Convenient

My husband and I just spent a few days at Heavenly Sands. The condo is very comfortable and super convenient to the beach, restaurants, bike trails and stores. We loved riding our bikes around the area. The owner provided detailed info on stores, restaurants, and things to do around the area. We tried a few of the restaurant suggestions and they were spot on. We liked Hilton Head but it is very different at night as there are no street lights and the lights in parking lots and stores are not very bright. I get it is for the aesthetics I guess but it is very different that way.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

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

Best Weather Ever!!

We had a great time and Kim and Chris’s place is wonderful. Best 3 weeks in HH!!
Stayed 20 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Daughter's dream

This condo was my daughter's dream come to life. It was spacious, clean, and had the best mermaid and pirate decor that my daughter could not get enough of. Every statue and picture had a name, and she couldn't wait to show it all off via FaceTime to her grandparents. We had an amazing stay, and if we are in the area in the future we will definitely book again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Very nice unit

Clean, well equipped and maintained unit. Good location and pet friendly. Would stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

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

Perfect stay

Adorable and comfortable villa in a perfect location. Easy walk to beach, shopping and dining. The best hosts! They communicated updates and information to us in an efficient & timely manner and went above & beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris or Kim Alessi

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We fell in love with HHI the first time we visited in 2005. Our oldest son was 5 months old. We now have 2 sons and we have gone back to HHI every year since then. They still look forward to visiting just as much as we do. There's so much to offer no matter how many times you go, no matter what age, or how many people you go with, it feels like a second home after a while.
We live outside of Charlotte NC. We have family All along the East Coast from Maine to Florida. Our free time is dedicated to baseball, concerts, family and vacationing.

Why they chose this property

We'd been thinking about having a vacation getaway in Hilton Head for a long time since our first visit. With all the ups and downs of life, I will just say that we were guided in a very special way to this villa in particular. It was the chosen one, which is why it is named "Heavenly Sands". It's all about location and this brings everything we love about HHI in one central spot within walking and biking distance.

What makes this property unique

Island House is a great complex because of the close proximity to everything. It is convenient to everything and anything you could need and want. The beach, Celebration Park, a splash pad, Coligny Plaza Shopping, entertainment, restaurants and grocery stores are all within a 10 minute walk. The Island House pool is a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Tennis, golf, bike trails and putt putt are also a wonderfully close attraction.

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