Just 2 mi. to Parris Island & Beaufort, Walk to Beach & Shops - Sleeps 6 - Wi-FI - Vacation rental home in Port Royal, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1300 square feet

Low Country living at its best! You’re just mins. from Parris Island to see your Marine graduate or to visit all the Lowcountry has to offer.

This striking, historic 2 story home is located in the heart of the Old Village of Port Royal. The history and heritage of Port Royal come together in this charmingly restored 100-yr. old home! The home has many historic features including original pine floors and doors, antiques and collectibles throughout.

The 3 bedroom home sleeps 6 and features 1 queen-size bed and 2 full-size beds. The bedrooms are located on the second floor along with a sizable bathroom featuring a combination vintage claw foot tub w/retrofitted shower and ceramic tile.

The master bedroom is roomy and provides access to the private second floor porch. The porch has wicker chairs and a rocker to savor your morning coffee. Like the master bedroom, the appealing second and third bedrooms are furnished in antiques and feature vintage linens, quilts and lace window treatments. A full size washer and dryer are conveniently located on the second floor, adjacent to the bedrooms.

Tastefully appointed, the home blends local history with 21st century amenities, including a 40" flat screen TV with cable access, Free Internet Wi-Fi and central heating and air conditioning. A cavernous living room welcomes guests and a enormous kitchen and dining area is well-appointed with refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker and toaster. Additional 1/2 bath on first floor.

The historic home features double front porches shaded by a handsome Spanish moss draped live oak tree. Both the upper and lower porches provide outdoor seating. This home is ideal for appreciating the mild southern climate and marsh breezes. Pull up a chair, sip on a glass of southern sweet tea and sit awhile.

The home provides one off-street parking spot in front of the home with additional parking in the rear of the property.

Located just 2 miles from the gates of Parris Island makes this home an ideal location for families and friends who are attending the graduation ceremonies at Parris Island.

The home is conveniently located in the Old Village of Port Royal, the heart of the town’s historic district. Visitors with a soft spot for natural outings and marvelous vistas will find plenty of local attractions to discover, starting with the Cypress Wetlands, a charming slice of coastal environment that features snowy egrets, wood ducks, great blue herons, and a variety of other migrating shorebirds via a number of winding trails.

You can find antique and consignment stores and an eclectic mix of eateries and coffee stores along Paris Avenue. The streets in this area are all named after the capitals of countries who, at one point or another, tried to claim the area. Visitors will walk along London (where the vacation home is located), Paris, Madrid and even Edinburgh Streets.

A short walk from the home takes you to The Sands and Boardwalk, Port Royal’s own beach for striking Battery Creek vistas. The Sands Beach, with its broad long wooden pier and modest sandy beach, is a trendy spot for amateur archaeologists to dig for shark's teeth and other oceanside treasures. A tower is also located on site, which is open for climbing visitors, and presents exceptional vistas of the Port Royal landscape. You can appreciate the public beach and climb the observation tower for spectacular expansive vistas of the water, marshes and Parris Island. The Sands has a public boat launch if you want to bring your boat.

A one of a kind hidden jewel, Port Royal combines genuine southern hospitality and living with street music events and festivals, stores, eateries, the Sands Beach, Cypress Wetland Preserve and much more! A beautiful coastal town that offers miles of vistas, entertainment and postcard-ideal appeal!

If you can tear yourself away from Port Royal, a 10-min. drive will find you in Beaufort where you can discover cozy stores, art galleries, book stores and a variety of cares, bistros, coffee stores and fine eateries. Shop along Bay Street, lunch at one of the waterfront eateries and enjoy the spectacular vistas of the Beaufort River.
Traveling 30 min. from Port Royal is one of the most fashionable and impressive beaches in South Carolina, Hunting Island State Park, a 5,000 acre park with 3 miles of natural beach. Charleston, SC and Savannah, Georgia are located roughly an hour from Port Royal.

A special place, come visit and make this 100-yr. old historic home, your “home away from home”.

About the Area

Located in Port Royal, this vacation home is by the sea. St. Helena's Episcopal Church and Beaufort National Cemetery are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westvine Drive Trailhead and Broome Lane Trailhead. Sea Wolf Charters and Coastal Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Rental booking tips:

Get the most from your spending budget:

• In the Beaufort, SC area, The sooner your group can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Summer time is high season in Port Royal. To book the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we suggest booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Beaufort, SC area travel guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to pick the best vacation home in the Beaufort, SC area:

• Start by selecting your potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Just 2 mi. to Parris Island & Beaufort, Walk to Beach & Shops - Sleeps 6 - Wi-FI has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is normally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges could be applied to your agreement.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.

Have a great stay:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback 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.