Oceanfront, perfect mid-island location, golf cart included - 717 Winter Trout - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 6 Bedrooms
• 8 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4327.1 square feet

Elegant beachfront home with gorgeous ocean vistas! Brand new to the rental market and newly refreshed. Be one of the first to discover the ultimate beachfront getaway in this marvelous Fripp Island home. Appreciate the sunrises with your coffee, the sunsets with your glass of wine and take in unparalleled 180 degree ocean vistas and sea breezes while watching an spectacular variety of wildlife from the huge double oceanfront porches.

The roomy, open upstairs living area has expansive ocean vistas and direct access to the upper porch via sliding glass doors. It offers the ideal gathering place for your friends and family to relax and savor game nighttime, watch movies, and make new memories. The huge gourmet kitchen and adjacent walk-in pantry have everything you need to create delicious meals the whole gang will appreciate. The upsized center island has additional seating for five and accepts max. prep and serving space next to to the sizable dining area which seats 10. Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry room with washer, dryer, an additional ice maker, and a second full sized refridgerator.

The central downstairs living area opens onto the downstairs porch and is well supplied with games. This additional living room accepts bigger groups or groups of kids to spread out and play, visit, or watch TV.

Everyone will sleep well on our comfortable beds and soft linens! Each of the six cavernous bedrooms has its own ensuite bath accepting for privacy and comfort whether for families or groups of adults appreciating a hideaway. There are two master bedrooms with king sized beds (one upstairs and one downstairs), each with it's own walk-in closet, ocean vistas, and direct access to the porches. This provides the ideal setting for multiple generations or families traveling together.

The ground level offers an open-air shower to rinse off the salt and sand and a second laundry room with full sized washer and dryer to accomodate your beach laundry.  Everything you need for your ideal beach day is supplied with plenty of towels, toys, umbrellas, and chairs. Rainy days or breaks between beach times are fun too with ping pong and lawn games. A gas grille is also available to prepare up your fresh catch.

Ideally located just north of center-island, you are a 2 min. walk from the central Beach Club to use (with luxury cards) the adult pool and Sand Bar beach bar, the enormous family pool, excercise facilities, the Beach Club restaurant, and the pizza and ice cream food trucks (seasonally). You are a short golf cart ride on your six seater golf cart (included with the home) to all the other many amenities including dining, world-class fishing, tennis, pickleball, and two spectacular golf courses.

The Fripp Island Resort and Club has freshly acquired an equistrian facility, Camelot Farms, roughly 10-15 min from the home. You can check "ride horses on the beach" off of your bucket list with a ride along the beautiful Saint Helena Sound on one of the stable's horses. You can also contact Camelot Farms to arrange to bring your own horse to enjoy vacation with you! (Go to https://frippislandresort.com/camelot-farms-equestrian-center/ to book trail and pony rides, call (843-838-3938 and speak to Haley or Jenny to arrange board for your own horses). Those bringing their own horses can enjoy equine access to the completely wild and undeveloped Hunting Island State Park adjacent to Fripp Island from December 1st through the last day of February (go to https://www.friendsofhuntingisland.org/equestrian for details).

The historic coastal town of Beaufort SC was established in 1512 and is only a 20 min drive from Fripp. Striking Beaufort is a true gem for shopping, dining, and low country beauty. (https://www.beaufortsc.org/)

Club cards are required to enjoy any of the Fripp Island Resort amenities and they are available for purchase with this property. If you opt to purchase cards, a new 12.8% resort fee based on the rental amount before taxes, cleaning and other costs will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual Club cards. (Club conveniences cards needed for guests 13 years and older. Kids under 13 do not require a card.)



The driveway will accomodate a max. of 6 cars but parking is NOT allowed on the road.
Animals - not allowed


If this property offers club cards for access to Fripp Island Resort amenities, a new 12.8% of the total rent resort fee will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual club cards. After booking this property, Vacation Rental By Owner will charge their service fee separately and then the reservation will be transferred to FrippIslandStay where the property owner or manager will charge your credit card for the other items seen in the quote supplied by Vacation Rental By Owner. The returnable security deposit if applicable will be included in the final payment. You will also have the opportunity to purchase travel insurance and damage protection insurance on FrippIslandStay.

You will receive an e-mail with log in information from FrippIslandStay right after booking. Please check your spam or promotions folders. Once logged in to FrippIslandStay, you will be able to order club cards if available and gate passes for access to the island.

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fripp Island Beach and Sunset View Park, while Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Fripp Island vacation property experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• In the Beaufort, SC area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summertime is high season in Fripp Island. Book your Beaufort, SC rental property in Spring or Fall to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. 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 friends and family at the beach.
• Property management companies sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Many management companies supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guide magazines which often include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the perfect rental home in Fripp Island:

• Select your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Oceanfront, perfect mid-island location, golf cart included - 717 Winter Trout has 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the owner about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• If there's a particular Beaufort, SC attraction you love, look for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many difficulties.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a fantastic stay? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.