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Discover a selection of 2,000 vacation rentals in Kiawah Island that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and kitchens. Prices start at $143 per night, and houses and villas are popular options for a stay in Kiawah Island. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.
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Things to do
Attractions near Kiawah Island vacation rentals
Most of Kiawah Island's top attractions revolve around its natural beauty and the stunning outdoors. From world-class golf courses to beautiful parks and nature walks, there's plenty to see and do outside your Kiawah Island Vacation Rental. But because you'll likely have a car with you (you'll need one to fully enjoy the destination), don't rule out a trip into nearby Charleston. Here, you'll find the Old Slave Mart Museum, documenting Charleston's role in American slavery, as well as the Gibbes Museum of Art, the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry, and a variety of stunning historic homes.
Activities
Things to do near Kiawah Island vacation homes
With its nature reserves, sandy beaches, dramatic dunes, and consistent waves, Wildwood is perfect for an outdoor adventurer. Bird-watching, nature walks, hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming, surfing, and other watersports are popular activities for travelers. You can also golf, fish, or relax in the sun by the water for a more leisurely experience. Whatever your inclination, you can find plenty of outdoor fun near your vacation rental.
Day trips
Day trips from Kiawah Island vacation homes
Kiawah Island serves as a great base camp from which you can explore the sights of Charleston. Vacation rentals put you within reach of can’t-miss attractions like Fort Sumter National Monument, a sea fort with ruins, gun emplacements, and a museum, and the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, a lush garden with pre-Revolutionary war structures, a petting zoo, and train and boat tours. You may also enjoy the South Carolina Aquarium, a massive aquarium with interactive exhibits of marine life.
Weather
Local weather for your stay in Kiawah Island vacation homes
Kiawah Island is best enjoyed from April through June, or for the month of October. This is when you'll find warm days meant for swimming, and cool nights, ideal for bonfires on the beach. Visitors in July and August will find high temps and higher humidity, while September travelers may find swarms of local "lovebugs," a type of fly that travels attached to its mate and is nearly unavoidable for most of the month. The winter is pleasant but cool, so while a dip may not be possible, you can still enjoy much of the island.
Natural features
Don't worry, the gators won't getcha. Probably.
Situated 45 minutes from Charleston, Kiawah Island serves as a barrier island for the South Carolina coast, and operates largely as a resort island, full of gated communities and protected lands. Along the island's coast, you'll find miles upon miles of broad, sandy beaches, lined with dunes, seagrass, and loggerhead turtle nests. Much of the central island is forested, with lush palms, or comprised of marshland. The occassional paddleboarder may be spotted floating along the ponds, and it's just as likely you'll see an alligator ambling by.
Beaches
Beaches near Kiawah Island vacation homes
Kiawah Island has gorgeous beaches for sun and fun. Vacation homes are available near places like the Kiawah Beachwalker Park, an ocean beach with picnic areas and soft sand for sunbathing, and Seabrook Beach, a sandy beach with golf courses and tennis courts. You could also spend the day at Folly Beach, a quiet beach with calm waters for swimming.
How to get there
Traveling to and around Kiawah Island
The nearest airport is in Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.), located 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from the city center.
How many vacation rentals are available around Kiawah Island?
Our 2020 property listings offer a large selection of 2,113 vacation rentals around Kiawah Island. From 989 house rentals to 516 villa rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
What is the best area to stay when traveling to Kiawah Island?
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the areas with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Kiawah Island:
- West Beach: 659 vacation rentals
- East Beach Village: 396 vacation rentals
- Vanderhorst Plantation: 541 vacation rentals
- West Beach Village: 282 vacation rentals
- Downtown Charleston: 774 vacation rentals
For other neighborhoods, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
What are the popular point of interests near where I can stay when traveling to Kiawah Island?
Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Kiawah Island. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
- Ocean Course: 3,690 vacation rentals
- Night Heron Park: 3,385 vacation rentals
- Osprey Point Golf Course: 3,520 vacation rentals
- The Resort Shop: 3,245 vacation rentals
- Freshfields Village: 3,243 vacation rentals
But there are many other points of interest around Kiawah Island listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.
Can I rent Houses in Kiawah Island?
Yes, of course. Vrbo has 989 Houses in Kiawah Island. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Kiawah Island include:
- Villas: 516 rentals available
- Cottages: 161 rentals available
- Condos/Apartments: 337 rentals available
But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Bungalows and more.
Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Kiawah Island?
Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 1,020 vacation rentals with pool available in Kiawah Island. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
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