514 Remora Drive - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2100 square feet

Discover a hidden heaven surrounded by palm and oak trees, boasting 165 feet of lakefront property on Blue Heron. Our getaway draws inspiration from Blue Heron Lake, the muse of our former neighbor Pat Conroy, acclaimed author of "The Prince of Tides" and "The Great Santini." Embrace the tranquility of our broad lot, where you can witness herons, osprey, and deer gracing the lakeside landscape. This is the ideal escape, offering ample space for one or two families. We consistently elevate our remodeled home with annual improvements, ensuring a invigorating and rejuvenating experience.

Step into the welcoming two-story entrance entry leading to the vaulted ceiling great room. Delight in the joy of crafting your favorite meals in our gourmet kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a roomy 10-foot island. Alternatively, savor outdoor cooking on the Weber gas grille. Feel the rich flavors of the Lowcountry in our dining room, providing photogenic vistas of Blue Heron Lake. Unwind outdoors on our enormous, screened porch or the expansive lakeside patio with a gas fire pit.

Explore the main level of our home, offering three bedrooms designed for your utmost comfort. The lake-view master suite is a highlight, featuring a king-size bed and an refreshed private bathroom. The remaining two bedrooms share a modernized hallway bathroom, providing flexible sleeping arrangements--one with a queen and a twin bed, and the other with a queen bed and a bunk bed. Ascend upstairs to discover a cavernous master suite that invites relaxation with its king-size bed. This suite includes a sitting area with a full-size futon couch and a private full bathroom featuring a double vanity and walk-in shower.

Feel modern amenities with high-speed 1 GB WIFI and a handy laptop printer. Savor entertainment with Intelligent TVs located in both the family room and each bedroom. Appreciate your favorite tunes throughout the great room and porch with our Bluetooth receiver and speaker system.

Also supplied is a 4-seat golf cart, offering a enchanting and convenient way to discover the island. Many guests opt to use it as their primary mode of transportation, immersing themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the surroundings and accessing unique conveniences effortlessly.

Guest Cards Included:
Also supplied in your rental are up to 12 guest cards, a value of up to $600! 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. Guest cards offer exclusive access to discounted prices on golf and tennis.

Your unit is supplied 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, paddle board, kayak, boat, and golf cart units available.

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

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Blue Heron Lake, a neighborhood in Saint Helena Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fripp Island Beach and Sunset View Park, while Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights. 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.

Strategies to get the optimal Beaufort, SC vacation home experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• Summer time is high season in the Beaufort, SC area. To book the best vacation home for your budget, we recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Beaufort, SC restaurants, beaches, and activities.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area visitor guides which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, selecting, and booking the rightvacation home:

• Select vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. 514 Remora Drive - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available online. Otherwise, email the host before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out which bed configuration is right for your vacation.
• Visiting for a specific event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or may be applied to your contract.

Know before you go:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let crooks ruin your holiday.
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to inspire more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.