Renovated,Water View,Golf Cart,Club Cards Avail - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

859 Water Oak Cove is a roomy 4 bedroom, 3 full bath home, located on a lagoon in the center of the island, with simple access to all amenities, making this the ideal location for a family vacation. The home has 2 primary suites with en-suite bathrooms for each primary on the first floor and 2 bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor, a huge screened in porch overlooking the lagoon, and a humongous outdoor shower.

Our private neighborhood pool, complete with a full sized tree home, is just around the corner.

Fripp Island features 2 championship golf courses (“100 Finest Golf Resorts in North America” – by Links Magazine). Our Ocean Creek Course was modernized in 2013 with new paspalum turf, so thick and smooth it acts like tiny tees holding your ball at precisely the right height. Come play the same turf the pros played at the PGA Championship!

We have 3 1/2 miles of unspoiled and uncrowded wide beach.

The Racquet Club has eight Fast-Dry clay courts and six permanent pickleball courts. With a full schedule of seasonal activities and round-robin tournaments. From tennis to pickleball, You're sure to have a great time!  

The marina offers many water sports, including fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding.

The beach club offers  coffee, ice cream, pizza, chicken, sandwiches, shopping, exercise center, business center, other pools and tennis.

We are a short walk or golf cart ride from the beach, the marina, and other resort amenities. Or you might hop on the golf cart for a 5 min. trip to either of the championship golf courses.

WiFi (wireless internet).

Thanks for your consideration.

If you LOVE Hilton Head, but don’t like the Hilton Head hordes, Fripp Island is your kind of place!

Private neighbor pool is supplied in rental
 Guest cards are available for an additional charge giving renters full access to all Fripp Island facilities.   There are two 18 hole golf courses (green costs apply), Olympic-size pool, adult pool with beach bar, Cabana Club lagoon, and eight tennis courts, six pickleball courts tennis club (court costs apply), exercise center, bicycle units and multiple eateries.  Through the marina you can rent a kayak, SUP, or book a dolphin watch cruise.  Cards cost $50 per person per week Memorial Day through Labor Day and $35 per person per week the rest of the year.  Kids 13 and up must have their own card.  In order to go to the Island eateries all members of the event must have a guest card unless under 13.PLEASE NOTE! the new resort owners have instituted a 12.8% fee for the use of the resort amenities (AKA BUYING AMENITY CARDS), They will be calculated on the amount of money you are paying for your rental.  The resort fee will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual club cards for access to the resort amenities.Renters who do not wish to purchase guest luxury cards can still appreciate the beach, the private pool for Sawgrass residents only, and all the handsome natural areas of the island WITHOUT paying the new 12.8% fee.
Four seat golf cart is supplied with rental.

Primary Bedroom 1

King bed
Primary bedroom w/en-suite bathroom. With flat screen TV
Primary Bedroom 2

King bed
Primary bedroom 2 w/en-suite bathroom. With flat screen TV
Bedroom 3

Twin/ single (2) beds
With flat screen TV
Bedroom 4

Queen bed
With flat screen TV
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

Saint Helena Island is home to this vacation home. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ocean Point Golf Course and Ocean Creek Golf Club.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Fripp Island rental booking tips:

Get the best rental home value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Beaufort, SC area. To get the best value, try changing your family's Beaufort, SC vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Beaufort, SC area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Property management companies sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Many rental management companies supply Beaufort, SC area travel guide magazines that include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Filter your rental search:

• Start by having your group select vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Renovated,Water View,Golf Cart,Club Cards Avail has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property manager before reserving the home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish which bed configuration is suitable for your trip.
• If there's an individual Beaufort, SC destination you long to visit, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge additional pet fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make certain that damages are not attributed to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. Make contact with the rental manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent many concerns.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to inspire more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.