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

Enchanting beachfront home with impressive ocean vistas! Brand new to the rental market and freshly refreshed. Be one of the first to discover the ultimate beachfront getaway in this extraordinary 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 striking 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 appreciate 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 savor. The upsized center island has additional seating for five and accepts max. prep and serving space next to to the enormous 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 sizable 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 (supplied 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 newly 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 charming 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. Spectacular 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.
Family 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. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Fort Fremont are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Adventure Cove and Coastal Discovery Museum. Legendary Golf and Hilton Head Zipline 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 perfect Beaufort, SC rental experience:

When to go & When to reserve a rental home:

• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in the Beaufort, SC area. To get the largest rental home within budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Beaufort, SC attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, management companies supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guide magazines which often include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, selecting, and booking the perfect Beaufort, SC rental home:

• Choose a group leader, select your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family 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 Beaufort, SC rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs may be applied to your invoice.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your .
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of problems.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect your property!
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Many rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.