RBL21-000023 In accordance with the Town of Kiawah Island Short Term Rental Ordinance, all guests understand that the approved number of bedrooms is 5, the maximum allowed occupancy is 12, and the maximum allowed number of vehicles is 4.
This Kiawah Island vacation rental features 5 bedrooms, a private heated pool, large gathering areas, and a main house and guest house. The renovated home is about a 9-minute walk from the beach.
The home’s lovely great room offers vaulted shiplap ceilings, plenty of seating, a flat-screen TV, and access to the screened porch. The great room spills into the dining area, which has a gorgeous wooden table with seating for ten. Additional dining space is available in the breakfast room or at the kitchen island. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with two sinks, a Wolf gas oven, a reclaimed cypress hood, honed quartz countertops and backsplash, and custom white cabinetry. You will find everything you need (and more!) in this kitchen fit for a chef.
Two of the property’s five bedrooms—both suites—are in the main house. The primary bedroom offers a king-sized bed and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and soaking tub. The secondary bedroom has a king-sized bed and private bathroom with a walk-in shower and jetted tub. On the main floor of the guest house, there is a third suite with a king-sized bed and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Also on the guest house’s main floor is a bedroom with two double beds and a private bathroom with shower/tub combo. Upstairs, you will find the final bedroom which has two twin over twin bunk beds, a bathroom with shower/tub combo, and a family room with a queen sleeper sofa. All bedrooms have 4K TVs for guests to enjoy.
The home’s 28' x 14' saltwater pool is situated between the main house and the guest house. The large pool is surrounded by lovely landscaping, lounge seating, and a gas grill. Guests will also enjoy relaxing on the screened porch and the second-story guest house porch.
The home is equipped with washer, dryer, and high-speed wireless internet.
The pool has an electric heater (not gas), which can take 48-72 hours to reach optimal pool heating temperature of 87 degrees. When outside temperatures fall below 50 degrees, an electric pool heater may never reach 87 degrees, please be aware of this before booking. The cost is $75 per day for the entire stay. Contact us directly to add pool heating to your reservation.
Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear rentals during your stay! The credit amount for this property is $400. You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, and more – the choice is yours!
During your stay on Kiawah Island, be sure to enjoy biking on the 30 miles of flat bike trails, golfing on one of five world-class courses, playing tennis, crabbing, fishing, swimming, and boating. Many families also enjoy the kids’ camp and nature programs at Night Heron Park.
Kiawah Island is about 40 minutes from historic Charleston, famous for incredible shopping, galleries, antique stores, museums, the South Carolina Aquarium, horse-drawn carriage rides, historic landmarks, and sumptuous dining.
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Kiawah Island
Located near the beach, 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 Splash Zone Waterpark are also worth visiting. Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Medical University of South Carolina - 51 min drive - 52.3 km
College of Charleston - 52 min drive - 53.0 km
Getting around
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
Jasmine Porch - 10 min drive
River Room at The River Course At Kiawah Island Club - 12 min drive
Linnette’s - 35 min drive
The Nest Market - 11 min drive
The Lobby Bar - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals?
As of 18 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals on 31 Aug, 2026 start from S$2,131, 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 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 147 Hooded Merganser Court by Akers Ellis Rentals located?
Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kiawah Island Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course. Night Heron Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A great house for a multifamily stay where all the adults had a master bedroom and the kids had a fun room. Easy bike to the beach.
Chase C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback of the property. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
This was a beautiful home! Property management was amazing and responsive. The home was clean and as pictured!
Nina G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback of the property. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
Positives include good location near beach access, adequate common areas in living room, porch and pool area to socialize and two nice master suites. That said this home definitely feels like a rental property: Needs a deep cleaning, kitchen was disorganized and furniture was tired. We had four couples and the two “suites” in the guest house were very small…especially the baths.
Mike J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
We are sorry to hear of any issues experienced with the home. I can advise that our descriptions only list the property having three suites - two in the main house and one in the guest house. We are sorry for any miscommunication that may have made it seem otherwise. I have passed your other comments to our property management team and housekeeping partners to investigate and address as needed. I am pleased to advise that no other guests throughout the busy season has shared the same opinions or experienced issues.
We had a wonderful time with just a couple of small hiccups at house. Primary suite shower was clogged with standing water. Since it was late Saturday afternoon when we arrived my husband went to the hardware store and bought what was necessary to fix it. We didn’t report it to agency. A couple of big pots in kitchen would be nice for low country boil or pasta meals. Use of garage remotes would also be very handy.
Have been to kiawah 7 times in last ten years. This was far and away the nicest property we have stayed at. Close to beach, quiet area. Two separate living spaces made it perfect for traveling with two families or teens.
Michael C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
kerri mae m.
17 May, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
A little disappointed
Beautiful home but not as clean as I would have liked. We had 2 small children and the area rug in the main room was so dirty that we put a blanket down for kids to play on. The ice maker worked occasionally and we had no oven for the first 4 days and the property manager thought that was ok.
kerri mae m.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy the home. From our records, I see that our team stopped by the same days that it was reported. They found that it was taking a while to heat up, but was working and the boiler was working properly. After further investigation, they found that the bake igniter needed to be replaced. They were able to obtain the part and replace it two days later. We apologize for any incvonience as it was an unforeseeable maintenance issue that was addressed as quickly as possible. Please also accept our apologies for any cleanliness issues, as it does not appear that we were previously notified of these. We have passed your comments to our property management team and housekeeping partners to ensure that this is not missed for future renters.
Such a perfect home and location. There is plenty of space for a large family or two families.
Breck B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
20 Nov, 2021
EXCELLENT 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:
A beautiful vacation in a beautiful home. Very well kept and maintained. Spacious and the decor and furniture were great! Highly recommend this home!
Kiawah is a busy place these days but this home offered a great location to enjoy the island's offerings and plenty of room for our recent family gathering.
Tim F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeff H.
17 Oct, 2021
Perfect week with family at 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:
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Kiawah. We have rented with Akers Ellis numerous times in the past 25 years we have been coming to the Low Country. It has always been a great experience. Any issues are quickly resolved by a professional staff who seem to value the importance of our family time. We love the home at 147 Hooded Merganser because it fits our family dynamic so well. Love the home, location to the beach and private heated pool. We are so blessed to be able to stay in such a wonderful venue each fall. We will return again.
Beautiful location, truly a gem of a property. The layout made for a great place to have time together, while having your own sense of privacy. We loved our time there and will definitely be back!
We had a great time. The location and weather was perfect and our week’s stay was restful and restorative.
Victor M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Amiee M.
9 Aug, 2021
Lots of space!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We vacationed with nine people. We had plenty of room. Short bike ride to beach. Huge beautiful kitchen. The pool is a bit small. It is really just for a quick dip. Some of the furniture was tired and not clean enough for us.
Amiee M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We are sorry to hear that you were not entirely pleased with the home. I'm delighted to say that we have not had similar complaints throughout a long and busy rental season, so we can only assume much of this is personal taste and preference. We hope that you enjoyed your stay and time on the island otherwise!
Had a wonderful time with family and friends. Plenty of seating and a short bike ride to the beach. Privacy of guest house was great! Looking forward to staying here again in November!
Christine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patricia B.
20 Mar, 2021
Wonderful House
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
We loved spending the week at 147 Hooded Merganser. The house is comfortable & well -equipped. Akers Ellis responded quickly when contacted about minor repairs. We hope to rent again.
Patricia B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve V.
11 Mar, 2021
40th Anniversary family 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:
Awesome time here in such a great house so well set up and stocked for our needs. great location, quiet side street but really close to beach access, mid-island. Separate spaces for families worked out well with little ones, pool was wonderful despite cool outdoor temps.
Great location and great house for multiple families. Particularly because half of the bedrooms are completely separate from the main part of the house. We loved it.
Jesse P.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
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