Sandy Shores, Oceanfront Pet Friendly 775 Marlin Drive - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 25
• 6 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3800 square feet

Welcome to 'Sandy Shores' oceanfront home with sweeping 160 degree vistas located on Fripp Island....2023... freshly painted interior and exterior, new intelligent tv's in all 6 bedrooms, new Weber grille, new patio furnishings, 8 new beach chairs and beach towelsFantastic oceanfront vistas from 3 primary bedrooms, kitchen, breakfast nook, family room, and enormous deck. Open floor plan with over 3,800 square feet of indoor living space.This remodeled home on peaceful and esteemed Marlin Drive sleeps 25 people in the 6 bedrooms, each with its own attached full bathroom. The kitchen has maple cabinets, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. The six full bathrooms have granite counters, tile floors, and maple vanities. There are hardwoods throughout.Bedroom setup: There are 4 bedrooms on the main level, 2 oceanfront with a king bed in each, 2 additional bedrooms with 2 queen beds in each room. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs, 1 oceanfront with a king bed and queen sleeper couch with new memory foam matress, another bedroom with 2 queen beds, twin bunk beds and a queen sleeper couch with new memory foam matress. Each of the 6 bedrooms has a new intelligent TV with streaming capability.Beach Access #2 is conveniently located just one home away.We also have a ping pong table with seating underneath, beach toys, beach chairs and beach towels, along with a second refrigerator located in the garage. Plenty of games and puzzles are on hand.  Please note that we do not provide a golf cart, but they are available for rent on the island.
There’s both a drip coffee pot and a K-cup style brewer.
FAMILY PETS MUST BE PREAPPROVED.  You will be asked to sign a pet agreement and pay a non returnable $150 pet fee for the first pet and $75 for a 2nd pet. An additional $300 will be charged for guests that show up with a dog without approval.
Amenity cards are available for purchase. These must be used to access pools, tennis courts, eateries, and the 2 championship golf courses.Club cards are required to appreciate 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.



Rooms & bedsBedrooms: 6(Sleeps: 24)Main Floor
Bedroom 1 Oceanfornt
King
 
Bedroom 2 Oceanfront
King
 
Bedroom 3 
Queen (2)
 
Bedroom 4
Queen (2)
 2nd Floor
Bedroom 5 Oceanfront
King + Queen Sleeper Couch with new memory foam bed
 
Bedroom 6
Queen (2) + Queen Sleeper Couch with new memory foam bed
New set of Twin bunk beds with twin trundle below
 
Bathrooms: 6
 
Bathroom 1
Toilet · combination tub/shower
 
Bathroom 2
Toilet · combination tub/shower
 
Bathroom 3
Toilet · combination tub/shower
 
Bathroom 4
Toilet · combination tub/shower
 
Bathroom 5
Toilet · tub, separate shower, double vanity
 
Bathroom 6
Toilet · combination tub/shower
Animals - 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. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Under request

Strategies for getting the best rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer months are high season in the Beaufort, SC area. Booking a rental in the Spring or Fall is a great way to save on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Beaufort, SC area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property management companies typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guide magazines which include special deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Choosing the best rental home in the Beaufort, SC area:

• To start, have your family select a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Sandy Shores, Oceanfront Pet Friendly 775 Marlin Drive has 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If not, contact the host before you book your home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• If there's a specific Beaufort, SC beach you love, browse properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to propel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.