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Once Upon A Tide: Cozy 3b/2b Villa on Dataw with Water Views, Golf and Wifi
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Guest Bedroom
1 King Bed
Living Room
1 Double Futon
Master bedroom
1 King Bed
Third Bedroom
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Once Upon A Tide: Cozy 3b/2b Villa on Dataw with Water Views, Golf and Wifi
Welcome to Once Upon A Tide! True to its name with beautiful palm tree views overlooking the tidal marsh and 18th green of the Cotton Dike Golf Course. Once Upon a Tide is your perfect Low Country getaway. Situated in the Bluff Villas area on Dataw Island, this community offers guests historical charm, modern amenities, and natural beauty. Dataw Island is conveniently located just six miles from the town of Beaufort and fifteen minutes from scenic Hunting Island State Park.
Enjoy spectacular views of Jenkins Creek tidal marsh and coastal wildlife as you relax on your deck. Just steps away from this villa is the Dataw Island Club where you can enjoy lunch, dinner or brunch on Sundays. The community dock is a short walk where you can go crabbing, fishing or kayaking. The outdoor resort style pool (seasonal), which overlooks Jenkins Creek, is also a short walk from the villa. You can take a relaxing swim or read a good book while enjoying the coastal breeze.
The villa sleeps up to 7 guests and is tastefully decorated with low country, beach themed artwork, updated amenities, and comfortable furnishings. The first floor offers an open concept kitchen, living room, dining area and has a laundry room (with washer and dryer), and deck with two Adirondack chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped with both large and small appliances to satisfy a gourmet chef and is perfect for preparing any meal. The living room has a pull-out queen sectional sofa bed and opens up to a furnished deck space with serene marsh and golf course views. The dining area seats up to six. Additional seating for keeping the chef company or eating a casual meal can be found at the two counter bar stools. The first-floor bedroom has a king size bed with walk in closet, cable TV and en-suite bathroom. The second floor master bedroom with king bed and California closet allows guests to enjoy spectacular sunrise views through panoramic windows. Across the hall, there is also a small third room with one twin bed that shares the second-floor bathroom.
When staying at Dataw Island, you have access to the club amenities like the indoor and outdoor pools, 2 18-hole golf courses and driving range, tennis and croquet courts, and restaurant. Some activities, like golf, tennis and croquet, require a separate charge at the club. Ask about the Stay and Play Golf Package that is available.
All guests staying at Once Upon a Tide will be provided the following:
A starter kit consisting of paper towels, dish detergent, sponges, toilet paper, laundry detergent, hand sanitizer, etc. to last for a couple days. Bed and bath linens are also provided.
Additional Amenities Include:
• Wi- Fi Internet Service and Cable TV
• Gas/Propane grill
• Crab Pot
• A community dock located just steps from the back porch, perfect for kayaking, crabbing, and fishing.
• Fitness center with indoor Olympic size swimming pool, hot tub, fitness classes and massage
• Private dining at the Dataw Island Club restaurant and pub, located within walking distance from the villa
• Outdoor resort style pool overlooking the beautiful tidal marshes of Jenkins Creek
• 2 championship golf courses, designed by Tom Fazio and Arthur Hills (renters pay to play golf/space available)
• 8 har-tru tennis courts (pay to play)
• Paddle Tennis (Pay to Play)
• 2 Botchy Courts
• Full-Service Marina and restaurant (open to the public)
• Free Car Pass to Hunting Island State Park
• 4 Beach chairs and 2 beach tables
Enjoy spectacular views of Jenkins Creek tidal marsh and coastal wildlife as you relax on your deck. Just steps away from this villa is the Dataw Island Club where you can enjoy lunch, dinner or brunch on Sundays. The community dock is a short walk where you can go crabbing, fishing or kayaking. The outdoor resort style pool (seasonal), which overlooks Jenkins Creek, is also a short walk from the villa. You can take a relaxing swim or read a good book while enjoying the coastal breeze.
The villa sleeps up to 7 guests and is tastefully decorated with low country, beach themed artwork, updated amenities, and comfortable furnishings. The first floor offers an open concept kitchen, living room, dining area and has a laundry room (with washer and dryer), and deck with two Adirondack chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped with both large and small appliances to satisfy a gourmet chef and is perfect for preparing any meal. The living room has a pull-out queen sectional sofa bed and opens up to a furnished deck space with serene marsh and golf course views. The dining area seats up to six. Additional seating for keeping the chef company or eating a casual meal can be found at the two counter bar stools. The first-floor bedroom has a king size bed with walk in closet, cable TV and en-suite bathroom. The second floor master bedroom with king bed and California closet allows guests to enjoy spectacular sunrise views through panoramic windows. Across the hall, there is also a small third room with one twin bed that shares the second-floor bathroom.
When staying at Dataw Island, you have access to the club amenities like the indoor and outdoor pools, 2 18-hole golf courses and driving range, tennis and croquet courts, and restaurant. Some activities, like golf, tennis and croquet, require a separate charge at the club. Ask about the Stay and Play Golf Package that is available.
All guests staying at Once Upon a Tide will be provided the following:
A starter kit consisting of paper towels, dish detergent, sponges, toilet paper, laundry detergent, hand sanitizer, etc. to last for a couple days. Bed and bath linens are also provided.
Additional Amenities Include:
• Wi- Fi Internet Service and Cable TV
• Gas/Propane grill
• Crab Pot
• A community dock located just steps from the back porch, perfect for kayaking, crabbing, and fishing.
• Fitness center with indoor Olympic size swimming pool, hot tub, fitness classes and massage
• Private dining at the Dataw Island Club restaurant and pub, located within walking distance from the villa
• Outdoor resort style pool overlooking the beautiful tidal marshes of Jenkins Creek
• 2 championship golf courses, designed by Tom Fazio and Arthur Hills (renters pay to play golf/space available)
• 8 har-tru tennis courts (pay to play)
• Paddle Tennis (Pay to Play)
• 2 Botchy Courts
• Full-Service Marina and restaurant (open to the public)
• Free Car Pass to Hunting Island State Park
• 4 Beach chairs and 2 beach tables
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets under 45 lbs upon payment of a $400 pet fee.
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 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
Saint Helena Island
Saint Helena Island is home to this villa. Cat Island Driving Range and Sanctuary Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit USCB Center for the Arts and Sea Wolf Charters. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Dataw Island, SC
What's nearby
- Red Piano Too Gallery - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
- Penn Center - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
- York W. Bailey Museum - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
- Bay Street - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
- Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Foolish Frog - 13 min drive
- Ryan's Pizza & Hibachi - 18 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 19 min drive
- Circle K - 20 min drive
- McDonald's - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
9 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice townhouse in great location
Michael M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
William W.
1 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
William W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bob D.
15 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Time of Year
Bob D.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
PAUL S.
25 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PAUL S.
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
amy h.
16 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dataw Island
amy h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill B.
16 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Bill B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marcia & Tom O.
5 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa has a scenic view of water and golf course.. private and relaxing. Unit was impeccable.
Marcia & Tom O.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
6/10 Okay
Donna B.
22 Jun, 2025
Donna B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joseph S.
10 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joseph S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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