458 Tarpon Blvd - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3309 square feet

When you think of a beach home, you think of 458 Tarpon! This beauty is oceanfront with enormous windows to capture that elegant sun dance off the ocean water as it hits the Carolina shoreline. With 5 different decks facing the water, nearly all 16 guests will have access to beach vistas as they wake up each morning. It really doesn't get any better than this! Features include a gourmet kitchen, gas grille, and wireless Internet. It comfortably accommodates up to 16 people and guarantees to give you the best family vacation!

For your convenience, there is an elevator available for guest use from the ground floor to the first floor.

A 4-seat golf cart is supplied with your rental (excluding monthly units). Many guests park their cars upon arrival and use the golf cart as their primary form of transportation. It is a great way to leisurely take in the natural breathtaking beauty of the island and an superb way to visit to our unique amenities.

Guest Cards Supplied:
Also included in your rental are up to 16 guest cards, a value of up to $800! These cards are required for access to all resort amenities including eateries and bars, pools (opened year-round), golf, pickleball, tennis, exercise center, and more. For current hours of operation please visit our Hours of Operation page on the Resort site as some hours adjust seasonally.

Your unit is outfitted with a starter set of essentials like toilet paper and paper towels. Springtide Market & Deli (located at the front of the island near the guard gate) stocks all essentials needed for a longer stay as well as groceries, grab-and-go, liquor, beach accessories, and much more!


Getting to know Fripp Island:
Located 20 miles from Beaufort, South Carolina, Fripp Island is a gated, private island, comprised of about six and a half square miles. The vistas from Fripp Island are unlike others in the Sea Islands, as Fripp is the most seaward of them all.

Take advantage of the many amenities that Fripp Island has to offer. Fripp Island features a multitude of food and drink options for your enjoyment. With two championship golf courses, five pool complexes, 6 pickleball courts, 8 tennis courts, and three-and-a-half miles of uninterrupted beach, Fripp Island is an unspoiled treasure. The island also has a full-service deep-water marina, bicycle, paddleboard, kayak, boat, and golf cart units available.

Fripp Island is a designated wildlife sanctuary and is also host to many whitetail deer and other fantastic wildlife. You will be sure to see them as you enter the island gates.

Please ask us about Golf Packages for Monthly Units!

Please Note: This home has a check-in day of Sunday during Peak Season.

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Ocean Creek Golf Club and Fripp Island Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fripp Island Beach and Sunset View Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Note from host: Unless pet friendly property or owner approved.

Our top Beaufort, SC vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

How to get the best rental home value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Fripp Island. Reserve your Beaufort, SC vacation home in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• In the Beaufort, SC area, The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Some property managers offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, SC area magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides have deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Finding the perfect vacation rental in Fripp Island:

• Choose vacation dates and budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. 458 Tarpon Blvd - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before booking the home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
• Visiting for a specific event? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• Some properties allow pets, and others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your visit, make a record of any problem areas during arrival. Contact the rental manager immediately to record any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be respectful. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to stimulate more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.