10/10 Excellent
Marty M.
8 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
Marty M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Entire home
161 Mooring Buoy - Private Pool & 3 minute walk (133 yards) to the beach!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 173500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hilton Head Island, SC
- Place, Palmetto Dunes Beach5 min walk
- Place, Singleton Beach15 min walk
- Place, Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center4 min drive
- Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)8 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 17)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Other Space 1
2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 3
Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 5
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
161 Mooring Buoy - Private Pool & 3 minute walk (133 yards) to the beach!
A coastal cottage by the sea in Palmetto Dunes. Put your bare feet up and enjoy relaxing lagoon views from this third-row ocean home on the brand-new deck and outdoor living space with a private heated pool. Just off the main living area is a large deck overlooking the pool and the lagoon. There are two wings, each with one king master suite with oversized private bathrooms. This dream home has everything you need for a fantastic family vacation!
Town of HHISTR Permit #71562
PROXIMITY TO THE BEACH
• 3rd Row Ocean
• Palmetto Dunes
• Public Beach Access across the street between Night Harbor and Man O’War
• Free door-to-door shuttle service in Palmetto Dunes and Shelter Cove (runs seasonally March-October)
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private *heated pool (15 ft x 22 ft) *This pool has a gas heater and can be heated for an additional fee of $775 - $1275 per week, depending on the season
• Free Wireless Internet
• 7 TVs
• Gas Grill
• Ping Pong
• Experience Local Favorites - The Vacation Company has partnered with SERG Take Out Kitchen to make your stay even more convenient! Guests receive a special credit to enjoy delicious, restaurant-quality meals delivered straight to their vacation rental—so you can spend less time cooking and more time relaxing on Hilton Head Island.
PROPERTY CONFIGURATION
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Sleeps 17
• No Garage Access
• Parking for a maximum of 5 vehicles. All vehicle parking must be located on improved surfaces, like driveways, and cannot be on grassed or landscaped areas.
• 3,500 Square Feet
• Washer/Dryer
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
BEDDING BREAKDOWN
• Bedroom 1 - King- 1st Floor
• Bedroom 2 - King - 1st Floor
• Bedroom 3 - 1 Twin and Twin over Queen Bunk Bed - 1st Floor
• Bedroom 4 - 2 Twins and 1 Twin Trundle - 1st Floor
• Bedroom 5 - Queen - 2nd Floor
• Den - Twin Day Bed with Twin Trundle - 2nd Floor
• Living Room - 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa
**Please Note: Beach renourishment projects are currently underway and will continue through late spring. While work is active at times, the beach remains open for guests to enjoy and access the shoreline daily. We appreciate your understanding as the community works to enhance and preserve our beautiful beaches!
PROPERTY REMINDERS
• *Pool can be heated at an additional charge. This pool has a propane heater. The cost per week is $775 - $1275 (depending on the season) to heat pool.
• * A total of 4 adult unisex bikes are included in your amenity fee when booking. Not included with rentals over 21 nights.
• Garage is for owner use only.
• Pets are not allowed.
• The fireplace is not for guests use.
• The Vacation Company's Guest Connect will contain all your check-in information (lock codes, Wi-Fi codes, and other information pertinent to your stay).
Town of HHISTR Permit #71562
PROXIMITY TO THE BEACH
• 3rd Row Ocean
• Palmetto Dunes
• Public Beach Access across the street between Night Harbor and Man O’War
• Free door-to-door shuttle service in Palmetto Dunes and Shelter Cove (runs seasonally March-October)
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private *heated pool (15 ft x 22 ft) *This pool has a gas heater and can be heated for an additional fee of $775 - $1275 per week, depending on the season
• Free Wireless Internet
• 7 TVs
• Gas Grill
• Ping Pong
• Experience Local Favorites - The Vacation Company has partnered with SERG Take Out Kitchen to make your stay even more convenient! Guests receive a special credit to enjoy delicious, restaurant-quality meals delivered straight to their vacation rental—so you can spend less time cooking and more time relaxing on Hilton Head Island.
PROPERTY CONFIGURATION
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Sleeps 17
• No Garage Access
• Parking for a maximum of 5 vehicles. All vehicle parking must be located on improved surfaces, like driveways, and cannot be on grassed or landscaped areas.
• 3,500 Square Feet
• Washer/Dryer
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
BEDDING BREAKDOWN
• Bedroom 1 - King- 1st Floor
• Bedroom 2 - King - 1st Floor
• Bedroom 3 - 1 Twin and Twin over Queen Bunk Bed - 1st Floor
• Bedroom 4 - 2 Twins and 1 Twin Trundle - 1st Floor
• Bedroom 5 - Queen - 2nd Floor
• Den - Twin Day Bed with Twin Trundle - 2nd Floor
• Living Room - 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa
**Please Note: Beach renourishment projects are currently underway and will continue through late spring. While work is active at times, the beach remains open for guests to enjoy and access the shoreline daily. We appreciate your understanding as the community works to enhance and preserve our beautiful beaches!
PROPERTY REMINDERS
• *Pool can be heated at an additional charge. This pool has a propane heater. The cost per week is $775 - $1275 (depending on the season) to heat pool.
• * A total of 4 adult unisex bikes are included in your amenity fee when booking. Not included with rentals over 21 nights.
• Garage is for owner use only.
• Pets are not allowed.
• The fireplace is not for guests use.
• The Vacation Company's Guest Connect will contain all your check-in information (lock codes, Wi-Fi codes, and other information pertinent to your stay).
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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
No pets allowed
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 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
Hilton Head Island
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. Fort Howell and Fort Mitchel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coligny Beach and Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Van Der Meer Tennis Academy or Van Der Meer Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Hilton Head Island, SC
What's nearby
- Palmetto Dunes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Singleton Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- The Golf Courses of Palmetto Dunes - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Old Oyster Factory - 13 min drive
- Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta House Shelter Cove - 9 min drive
- Poseidon - 9 min drive
- Wayback Burger - 9 min drive
- San Miguel's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Michael N.
9 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
161 Mooring Buoy
Michael N.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
JULIA W.
17 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucky #3!
JULIA W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
5 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Vacation Company
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Daniel A.
21 Jun, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Daniel A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
rodney d.
7 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
rodney d.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth C.
24 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Home
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
JULIA W.
16 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on Earth
JULIA W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Judy M.
7 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Judy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
JULIA W.
16 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
JULIA W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
17 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Granddaughters 1st beach trip
Scott C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Matt M.
17 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tyler W.
17 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tyler W.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shira B.
28 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Shira B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Rhonda Bolthouse
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