Southern Belle- Luxurious Beach Home, Hummer Golf Cart, Near the Ocean! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 15
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3197 square feet

***In early 2023, the Southern Belle interior was painted and redecorated. We're excited about the much needed face-lift! I hope all of our guests appreciate the new look!
This roomy 3200 sf home, located in a secluded and relaxing setting, sleeps 15 max.  The beach is about 3-4 mins. away by golf cart.   There are two primary suites - one upstairs and one down.  The home features a 20 x 36 great room, a 50-foot front porch with rockers, entirely-equipped gourmet kitchen, a screened porch on the back with skylights, enormous back deck with Weber grille, and elegant vistas filled with trees and wildlife. New wood floors, linens, towels, kitchen essentials, etc., have been added this year.

The first floor primary suite features a 7-foot granite shower with two shower heads, hottub, and king-size bed.  There are two other bedrooms on the first floor, one with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds; these share a Jack and Jill bathroom. The second floor primary suite has a queen bed, a twin daybed, and a private bathroom.  The other second floor bedroom has two twin size beds, a queen size bed, and a bathroom. NEW IN 2023; a twin daybed with a twin trundle now occupies the loft space on the second floor (day bed and trundle will only be set up for huge events upon request. There is an additional $50 fee to set up/ prepare the trundle bed)

All bedrooms have cable tv and ceiling fans. House has complimentary wifi.

There is plenty of parking for at least five cars.

New 6-person cart and 4-person cart are available for additional costs. It is required that guests accept the otherwise optional damage insurance policy (the $5,000 one for about $80) through Fripp Island Stay if they choose to rent golf carts.

Fripp Island is a private, gated community that offers gorgeous beaches, fishing, tons of wildlife, eateries, and golf.  Fripp Club luxury cards can be purchased on your rental contract ($35 or $50 a week for each person, depending on the time of year) for access to seven island pools, exercise facility, island activities, golf, tennis, food court, and eateries. Kids under 13 do not need cards, and cards are not necessary to use beaches. ***Starting 2/24/23, the resort will charge a 12.8% resort fee based on the gross rental price for the home on top of the guest card fee. This only affects guests purchasing amenities cards. ******

We do not charge a security deposit with the understanding that if there are damages, your credit card will be charged. Please note that between Memorial Day and Labor Day we rent in weekly increments from Sunday to Sunday.

 

Please note that the daybeds and trundle beds are are availabile for events of 14+.  The beds need to be requested ahead of the stay. There is a $50 additional fee to set up /prepare the trundle bed.  Guests will not be able to access/ set up the trundle bed themselves.

Beach chairsGas grillTwo fridges (kitchen and garage)Washer/dryer4-personal golf cart (additional fee)6-person Golf Cart (additional fee)Bikes for cruisingPass to close by Hunting Island State Park (including 4 person entry to lighthouse)6 LCD TVsAssorted DVD's for your useHome theater surround-soundKuerig machineCoffeemakerWiFiPing pong tableLarge front porch with rocking chairsClassic Low-Country DesignDouble outside showerGreat private locationFirepit (pleasebringyourownwood)

Non-Smoking Home and No Family Animals.

Explore more of the Southern Belle and things to do in Fripp Island here:  www.southernbelleatfrippisland.com
Pets - not allowed


If this property offers club cards for access to Fripp Island Resort conveniences, 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 included 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

Saint Helena Island is home to this vacation home. Ocean Point Golf Course and Ocean Creek Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fripp Island Beach and Sunset View Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hunting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

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Cost saving strategies:

• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Summer is the most expensive season in Fripp Island. To get the best value, try shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. 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. 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 and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
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• Begin by selecting potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Southern Belle- Luxurious Beach Home, Hummer Golf Cart, Near the Ocean! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
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More considerations for your visit:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents lots of concerns.
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• Upon arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
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