Ocean Views! - 449 Tarpon Blvd - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 22
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3579 square feet

Feel true "island time" when you stay at 449 Tarpon! Only 100 yards to the beach, this superb home features an ocean view that will help you relax and while away the hours. Unwind on the broad deck with a drink, create your family's favorite meal in the gourmet kitchen, or soak in the warmth of the fireplace after a chilly nighttime of shelling. Once you step into this home you'll experience the serenity and relaxation only found on Fripp Island. We will help you turn vacation dreams into lifelong memories!

This is a superb 5 bedroom, 6 bath, ocean view home located in the southern area of Fripp Island, and only 100 yards to the beach. This home is great for family get-togethers, multiple families, or golf groups, as it sleeps 20 people. With the ability to access the elevator from the garage, it will be simple to bring your groceries and bags up to the kitchen and bedroom area on all floors.

This reverse floor plan has spectacular vistas of the ocean and the canal, which has a brand new floating dock (8/2022) ideal for crabbing and boat access to the creek. The upstairs has a sizable open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen, which features stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, 2 wall ovens, 1 steam oven, and a pot filler over the 6 burner gas stove. The dining area, including the kitchen counter stools, seats 20 and is open to the living room, where you can walk out to a huge screened porch, with brand new outdoor dining table and couches, and view the canal. There are 2 bedrooms on the second floor with en suite bathrooms. The convenience of having a laundry room with a washer and dryer on this floor as well as the first floor will make life easier when cleaning those wet towels from the beach! This new owner has a new Weber gas grille and is offering 2 kayaks for guest use.

The first floor has 3 bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms, a living area with a enormous flat screen TV, and access to a screened in porch to view the canal.

This home features additional features such as, a central vacuuming system, a port-a-crib, pack 'n play, WiFi 10 mgs, unlimited long distance calling, except international, a gas fireplace for those cooler nights, and a gas grille for preparing your favorite meals!

A 4 seat golf cart comes with this home so you can visit the many amenities Fripp has to offer, or take a ride to observe the generous wildlife on the Island.

Guest Cards Supplied:
Also included 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, 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 exceptional 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 near the beach. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ocean Creek Golf Club and Fripp Island Marina. 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.

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect rental experience:

When to visit Fripp Island & When to book:

• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of SC. To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacations during Winter holiday get-togethers. 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 property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Beaufort, SC area magazine 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 articles, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Filter your search:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. Ocean Views! - 449 Tarpon Blvd - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is generally accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the property management company before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to establish what bed configuration is right for your trip.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Request details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let burglars spoil your holiday.
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to compel more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.