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

Handsome beachfront home with impressive ocean vistas! Brand new to the rental market and newly refreshed. Be one of the first to discover the ultimate beachfront getaway in this exceptional Fripp Island home. Savor 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 extraordinary variety of wildlife from the enormous 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 included 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 huge 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 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 pretty 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. Stunning 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 supplied 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

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Beaufort, SC vacation home experience:

Get the most from your vacation rental budget:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in the Beaufort, SC area. Book your vacation in Fall or Spring to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area travel guide magazines that include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, selecting, and booking your Beaufort, SC rental:

• Choose a group leader, select your dates, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. 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.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before you book the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what is suitable for your group.
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations:

• Get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of problems.
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Protect your property!
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your visit, note any problem areas upon check in. message the host right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• When it's time to leave, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address 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.