Flexible booking! Oceanfront, 5 bedrooms w\/ 4 ensuite, spacious, & beach items. - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Fantastic beachfront home with ocean vistas from all of the bedrooms, kitchen, dining area, family room, sunroom and 2 sizable decks.

Open floor plan with plentiful living space, indoors and outdoors.

Great layout so that 2-3 families can share the home and have some private areas in addition to cavernous gathering areas.

This refreshed home on elegant Marlin Drive sleeps 14 people in the 4 en suite bedrooms (each with its own attached full bathroom) and a 5th bedroom/bunk room for kids. (Additional sleeping options include hanging twin bed in sunroom and pull-out twin in queens room).

The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and a gracious supply of new cooking and dining supplies, outfitted by an avid prepare and entertainer.

Living room and bedrooms have intelligent TVs. Free Wi-fi and local & long distance domestic calls. We also have a full cable service and added the sports package so one can watch all football games, even college.

Bedroom Setup:

There are 2 bedrooms on the main level, 1 ocean view with a king bed and 1 ocean view with 2 queen beds. The queens bedroom also has a twin hideaway bed. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 ocean view each with a king bed (one bedroom has a king bed separable into 2 twins) , and 1 ocean view bunk room that sleeps 4 kids in their own "suite". Each of the bedrooms has a flat screen intelligent TV with internet access so you can log in your own entertainment accounts (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc).

The home also has a comfortable sunroom with a hanging twin bed that can be used for a cozy nighttime sleep or a peaceful reading spot.

The beach can be accessed from the front or back deck and is directly next to the boardwalk Beach Access #2 for simple access to the beach. There is white sandy beach available 24/7. There is a sink and shower on the back deck for your convenience.

We have Beach chairs, beach towels, body boards, skim boards, board games, puzzles, art supplies and access to a number of dvd videos for all ages. We also have a number of fun games, such as ladder ball, located under the home for kids and adults.

Fripp is 3.5 miles end to end, so you are never far from various activities: pools, golf courses, exercise center, etc. It's a great place for bicycle riding (on many paved trails or even the firm beach sand), running, swimming, walking, playgrounds, shelling, and all forms of beach activity. There is generous wildlife on the island: plentiful deer, Loggerhead turtles who nest here every year, wide varieties of birds, great fishing, and various forms of sea life.

Nature centers on Fripp and close by Hunting Island provide great opportunities to appreciate activities on the beaches, in the forests or marshes. Theris also Camp Fripp - a great way for kids to participate in engaging activities, meet others their age and allow their parents a little additional R&R.

There are two award winning golf courses located on Fripp. Ocean Creek Golf Course designed by Davis Adore (par 71, 6629 yard). Ocean Point Golf Links (par 71, 6556 yard).

***The Fripp Island Club requires luxury cards for you to frequent their amenities. These amenities include golfing, playing tennis, going to the eateries on Fripp, going to the swimming pools and the exercise room.
The luxury card prices for stays that are 1-4 days are $35 during the summer months and $25 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
The conveniences card prices for stays that are 5-8 days are $50 during the summer months and $35 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
If you do want to purchase the luxury cards, the resort will add an additional island fee of 13% to your rental to use their amenities. This will be added to your weekly stay at time of conveniences card purchase.
Each guest 13 years or older must carry an luxury card to access the Club's facilities.
There are a few places on Fripp Island that you do not need an luxury card. SpringTide Market is at the front of the island that has a enormous menu at their deli. From breakfast sandwiches to family BBQ meals, there is a lot to choose from. There is also a deli at the Marina that serves sandwiches and salads. The Fripp Ship and Mango stores are fun to go into for your ideal souvenir. You do not need an luxury card for golf cart, kayak, bicycle, etc. units as there are an abundance of companies who offer rental services that will deliver to you.

Keywords: oceanfront, beachfront, Lucky Seven, family, beach access, golf

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Pets will be considered for a fee. Let's discuss!

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

When to go & When to reserve a Beaufort, SC rental home:

• Summer is the most expensive season in the Beaufort, SC area. To book the most suitable vacation home for your budget, we recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation home up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area visitor guides which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing and booking the rightrental home:

• Select dates and max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Flexible booking! Oceanfront, 5 bedrooms w\/ 4 ensuite, spacious, & beach items. has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is often available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property manager before you book the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If there's a certain Beaufort, SC attraction you are enamored with, look for properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a property that allows animals. Make sure to ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• At Check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently 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 BBQ?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.