Ideal Location for marine graduation or lowcountry getaway! - Vacation rental home in Port Royal, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment

Welcome to your home away from home in historic Port Royal! Appreciate this pretty, cavernous, lowcountry style 1BR 1BA home in the heart of Old Port Royal. This single family home has an "open- floor" plan combining living room, dining room and kitchen therefore making it painless to interact with your family and guests. Unwind on the front patio while you savor feeling the southern breezes and saying hello to neighbors walking by.
We are located just 2 miles from the entrance to Parris Island. This home is ideal for those coming to see their new Marine graduate, as well as those coming to discover Port Royal, historic Beaufort, and the charming surrounding areas. The Sands Beach area, a local favorite destination is only a half mile from the home. It includes a modest local beach on the Port Royal Sound, ideal for sunbathing and looking for shark's teeth. There is also a public boat launch, boardwalk and observation tower that overlooks Port Royal Sound and Parris Island. One block from the home is the Cypress Wetlands nature sanctuary with its walking trails and boardwalk. Port Royal offers multiple unique stores, eateries, and a magnificent gourmet coffee shop, all within walking distance from the home. We are a 3 min. drive to Parris Island, 4 mins. to walking and cycling on the Spanish Moss Trail. Downtown Beaufort with its waterfront park, stores, and varied dining options is just an 8 min. drive away. We are a 25 min. drive to the beach and lighthouse at Hunting Island State Park and a 40 min. drive to Hilton Head. Charleston which is 60 miles away and Savannah which is just 40 miles away, are both simple day trips.
Come and kick back and appreciate what Port Royal has to offer.

WIFI is included as well as Netflix and Prime Video.
LIVING AREA:There is plenty of seating available to accommodate 4-6 people for eating, watching a movie, playing your favorite board game or just socializing.
DINING AREA: Savor a family meal with our drop-leaf table that can seat 4-6 people comfortably. This area is roomy and open to kitchen and living room accessibility.
KITCHEN: We supply a completely equipped kitchen which includes crock pot, auto drip coffee pot with coffee supplied, Keuriq, blender, toaster, fry pans and sauce pans and a 9x13 baking pan. There is also a huge stock pot for cooking up Frogmore stew or your favorite soup. There are plenty of dishes, cups and flatware. There is a microwave and dishwasher. We also have measuring cups and spoons, cutting knives and a pizza pan.
LAUNDRY ROOM: Washer and dryer are available if needed as well as laundry detergent and cleaning supplies. This is also where you will find a first aid kit and some games to play when you are kicking back and calming.
BEDROOM 1: Cozy Queen bed with a private bath. TV, comfortable chair and closet. Located on ground floor. You will also find an iron and ironing board in the closet as well as hangers to hang your clothes. Place your suitcases on the fold out bags rack.
PORCHES: Unwind on our front patio with porch glider. There is nothing like sitting on acomfortable chair and appreciating a cup of coffee in the morning while breathing in the fresh lowcountry air.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If something happens and you need to postpone your dates, we can move you to a later date as long as the home is still available . If you cancel completely you will receive a full refund of accommodation costs if cancellation is made five full days prior to your 4:00 check in time on the day you were scheduled to check in. If you need to cancel less than 5 days in advance, the first nighttime is non-returnable but 50% of the accommodation costs for the remaining nights will be refunded. If you arrive and decide to leave early, 50% of the accommodation costs for the nights not spent 24 hours after the cancellation occurs are refunded. You might be charged service costs from the site.
LOCAL STORES: 1) Dollar General: 1675 Ribaut Rd. 0.6 miles 2) Piggly Wiggly grocery: 1342 Ribout Rd. Port Royal 1.3 miles 3) Food Lion grocery: 860 Parris Island Gateway Beaufort 2.7 miles 4) CVS pharmacy: 1500 Ribaut Rd. Port Royal 1.0 mile 5) Cross Creek Mall: (Wal-Mart, JC Penney, Belk, TJ Max, Radio Shack, Shoe Show and 28 more) 328 Robert Smalls Parkway Beaufort 6.8 miles You will find various, unique stores and thrift stores within walking distance along Paris Avenue
THINGS TO DO: PARKS 1) The Sands - On the Southern tip of Port Royal at the end of Sands Beach Rd. Boat and kayak launch. Boardwalk and observatory. Be sure to wear your water shoes. There are tons of oyster shells. 2) Naval Heritage Park – Follow Old Shell Rd. to the Naval Hospital. Playground, skateboard park and farmer’s market location 3) Live Oaks Park – 904 14th St. Playground, basketball 4) Cypress Wetlands - 1700 Paris Ave – Bird haven with amphitheater and trails 5) Pigeon Point Park – 1521 Pigeon Point Rd. Beaufort – Generous park and playground with tons of activities for kids, picnic tables wide open space 6) Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park – Bay St. in downtown Beaufort – swings, fishing, playground, running/walking path, seawall walkway
PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS 1)Beaufort Tennis – 1105 Bladen St. Beaufort 2) Shell Point Park – 381 Broad River Rd. Beaufort 3) Beaufort High School Courts – 14 Geechie Rd. Beaufort 4) Battery Creek High School – 98 Blue Dolphin Dr. Beaufort
INDOOR POOL AND FITNESS CENTER 1) YMCA – 1801 Richmond Ave. Port Royal (0.4 miles) 2) Beaufort Indoor Pool – 35 Youmans Dr. – Beaufort GOLF 1) Cat Island – Sanctuary Golf Club – 8 Waveland Ave Beaufort 2) Lady’s Island Country Club – Pines Course – 139 Francis Marion Circle Lady’s Island
CHARTER/SPORT FISHING Port Royal personifies coastal living. Fishermen come from all over to fish the biologically rich waters of St. Helena and Port Royal sounds. Port Royal and the surrounding community is really a boater’s heaven. Enjoy inshore, near shore and offshore fishing trips and charters. 1) Heaven Fishing Pier at Hunting Island State Park. 2) Broad River Fishing Pier 3) Port Royal Boardwalk at the Sands
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS Whether it’s celebrating the water, history, shrimp, culture, food, or even a holiday you can nearly bet that something is going on nearly every single week. Visit for a list of upcoming events. Here are some of our bigger festivals: 1) The Beaufort WATER Festival :- Waterskiing shows, dances, concerts, Shagging, a teen dance, sporting, and food and craft vendors setting up their booths 2) Beaufort SHRIMP Festival 3) The Fall Festival of HOUSES and GARDENS 4) The GULLAH Festival 5) A TASTE of Beaufort 6) Beaufort’s LIGHT of the NIGHT BOAT PARADE 7) Soft Shell CRAB Festival 8) Beaufort FILM Festival 9) Port Royal Farmer’s Market – Right up Old Shell Rd. across from Naval Hospital 0.8 miles Join us on Saturdays year round from 9am-12pm and sample locally prepared food, honey and cheese. You will find locally grown produce, fresh fruits and vegetables, seafood, and plants. Don’t miss out on one of the best farmers markets in the Lowcountry! You have to try their famed “she-crab soup”. So delicious!
LOCAL BEACHES 1) The Sands Beach in Port Royal – 0.8 miles – A local favorite. Comb the beach for shark’s teeth, walk along the boardwalk, climb to the top of the observation tower, sunbathe, fish, go crabbing or launch your boat from the boat ramp. Don’t forget your water shoes. You will see tons of oyster shells. 2) Hunting Island State Park – South Carolina’s single most fashionable state park. Climb the stairs to the top of the lighthouse. Look for dolphin splashing in the water. There is a good chance that you might find some shark teeth.
OTHER THINGS TO DO 1) The Marine Corp Museum – Bldg #111, Marine Corps Recruit Depot – Explore the long and rich legacy of the United States Marine Corps 2) Beaufort History Museum – The Arsenal 713 Craven Street Beaufort - $5 for adults 3) Chocolate Tree – Carteret Street Beaufort – Taste the delicious local chocolates. Sign up for a candy making class. 4) Dempsey Farms U-pick – 1576 Sea Island Parkway St. Helena Island 5) Downtown Beaufort Farmer’s Market – Henry C. Chambers Water front Park Pavilion – Wednesdays May 1 through Sept 25 2-6pm 6) Downtown Beaufort – stroll down Bay Street and look at all the stores then walk through the Waterfront Park or sit and enjoy the view on one of the swings 7) The Kazoo Factory – 12 John Gault Rd. Beaufort – Museum and gift shop $4 per person
DINING – There are a number of fabulous places to eat, some within walking distance right here in Port Royal 1) 11th St. Fishcamp – 1699 11th St. West – Excellent Steaks, Prime Rib and the freshest local seafood around!

About the Area

Port Royal is home to this apartment. USCB Center for the Arts and Beaufort Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cat Island Driving Range and Sanctuary Golf Club. Sea Wolf Charters and Coastal Discovery Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal rental home experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• Summertime is high season in the Beaufort, SC area. To find the best value, consider changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. 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, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies often offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have coupons for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Make a plan and choose the bestvacation home:

• Choose your vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Ideal Location for marine graduation or lowcountry getaway! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about pets before booking.

During your stay:

• Get the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• To make certain damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. Speak to the host immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from 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.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to drive new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.