Beachy Cottage! Short Ride to Beaches, Pools, Dining, Golf! Pet Friendly! Amenity Cards!

550 Tarpon Pond
550 Tarpon Pond is a charming beachy cottage! So close to many of Seabrook's amenities yet nestled on a quiet street amid Seabrook's majestic live oak trees, it is the perfect quiet retreat for your vacation. Located .8 miles to Pelican Beach and 1.2 miles to the Beach Club pools, Pelican's Nest oceanfront, outdoor dining, clubhouse, and golf courses, you are just a bike ride away from so much. Surrounded by mature trees, you can sit and watch the wildlife while sitting on the screened porch. This inviting and cozy cottage is perfect for family vacations!

The cottage features an open dining/living area with cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors. Wainscot paneling, high ceilings, and a fireplace create an airy atmosphere. Enjoy watching shows on the HDTV/DVD. The sliding doors to the screened porch where sunlight filters through the trees creates its own relaxing space as you sip cool drinks and unwind from a fantastic day at the beach! In the dining area, your friends and family can gather around the island table that seats 8 on bar stools - perfect for sharing stories from your day. The nearby galley kitchen has white cabinetry, Corian counters, new dishware, and is very well stocked.

There are three bedrooms in this cottage.The primary bedroom has a queen bed, an HDTV, and its own adjoining bath with a shower. The 2nd bedroom has two twin beds and an HDTV in the armoire. The hall bath with a shower/tub is just outside the door. Upstairs is a large loft with two twin beds. This is a great retreat for the children.

2 dogs allowed. Pet fee required per pet.

As of 5/31/25, property will have a dedicated rental 6-seater LSV available for guest to rent thru Lightning Bugz via an app. (Instructions on the cart itself. All LSV questions to be directed to Lightning Bugz only. This cart rental possesses one of the available rental gate passes allowed for this unit.

*Seabrook Island Property Association (SIPOA) has started charging for all gate passes.

Gate passes are $45/ vehicle. This charge applies if you are staying 1 night – 179 nights. If you are staying more than 179 nights, there is a different charge.
​​​​​​​MAXIMUM number of passenger vehicles which may be parked during the overnight hours of 11 pm-7am, which require a gate pass: 2
The first gate pass is included in your stay. You must call our office if you require more than one gate pass

This lovely cottage is so close to all Seabrook offers. The Beach Club pools, Island House restaurants/bars, and golf are only 1.2 miles from this home. To play tennis or lounge by the Lake House pool, head the other way down Seabrook Island Road to the Lake House and Tennis Center. Amenity Cards are required to use the Seabrook Island Club and SIPOA Lake House facilities. This property includes access to the Club amenities: the Beach Club oceanfront pools (seasonal), Pelican's Nest outdoor restaurant/bar (seasonal), Island House restaurant/bar, golf and tennis. Additional fees are charged for all activities except outdoor pool usage. The Club Amenity Card also allows access to the Lake House facilities (outdoor pool/no fees; indoor pool/fitness center/fees apply). Amenity cards are arranged through the Seabrook Island Amenity office.

You and your family and friends will totally enjoy relaxing in this great cottage.

Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel more than 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival date, you receive your funds back, minus $250. If you cancel within 30 days of your arrival date, you lose your funds. If able to re-book it, you will receive what we rent it for, minus the $250. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

For monthly winter rentals the policy is as follows: For cancellation made up to 60 days prior to the scheduled arrival date, the deposit will be refunded less a $250.00 cancellation fee. For cancellations made less than 60 days prior to the scheduled arrival date, all monies are forfeited. If able to rent the contracted dates after a cancellation, Guest will be refunded an amount equal to new rental rate minus the $250 Cancellation Fee. The amount refunded is not to exceed the amount paid by the Guest under the terms of the Rental Agreement.


SI Permit STR25-000398