713 Winter Trout - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 20
• 7 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2987 square feet

This property is currently under demolition and remodel. The description will be refreshed when available in Late 2025



This uniquely designed, well-lived-in, octagonal home is one of the Island's original homes. Beachfront and immediately adjacent to the fashionable and striking beach access #12, this is one of the most convenient locations on the Island.

Within painless walking distance, the close by Beach Club offers gorgeous swimming pools, eating establishments like Island Bites and the Beach Club, and Sandbar along with tennis and pickleball courts. This home is ideal for enormous family groups and get-togethers, one of the few homes on the Island that can sleep up to 20 guests in the 17 beds. The cavernous open floor plan of the living room, dining room, and kitchen area upstairs accepts everybody in the group to be together for meals and fun. Nature surrounded boardwalk leads down to a marsh and then the beach.

Features include two fridges, plenty of cabinet space in the kitchen, a double oven, a entirely-furnished screened-in porch, high-speed internet, and cable. Both living rooms have a 32" intelligent TV with cable. Streaming only in bedrooms. The second living room on the first floor (den) is complete with 2nd refrigerator and foosball table. Outdoor shower for washing off after the beach. Private boardwalk leading to the main boardwalk.

The View:
Great view of the beach and the marshland that surrounds the boardwalk from the deck. The boardwalk is directly next to the home and leads down to the beach and a modest marshland/lake.

This home is dog-friendly with approval and a pet fee!

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 spectacular beauty of the island and an superb way to visit to our unique amenities.

Guest Cards Included:
Also supplied in your rental are up to 20 guest cards, a value of up to $1000! 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 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 impressive wildlife. You will be sure to see them as you enter the island gates.

Please ask us about Golf Packages for Monthly Units

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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.

Getting the best vacation rental experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• In the Beaufort, SC area, The earlier your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Summer time is high season in the Beaufort, SC area. Reserve your vacation in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Some property managers offer rate reductions for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, SC visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guides have coupons for local tours and attractions.

Finding the perfect rental in Fripp Island:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and choose a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. 713 Winter Trout - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, SC vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the property management company before you book the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is best for your vacation group.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs might be applied to your invoice.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of issues.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. 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.
• Did your group have a terrific vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your property and/or host was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.