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Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!

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An updated full kitchen is just inside the front door.
Dining area, with counter seating for quick meals and conversations.
Microwave and oven/stove.
The view from the kitchen to the living room.
Living room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 40.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Night Heron Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!

Our Windswept Villa is located just a short walk down the path from Kiawah's world-renowned, 10 mile-long beach! The setting is tranquil, and very "Kiawah". We love the beauty of the coastal shingle-styled buildings nestled in the natural setting that draws most of us to Kiawah Island in the first place, and has captured our hearts forever. We enjoy stepping out each morning with a cup of coffee for a walk along the beach. Later in the day we can take our beach chairs and a book and relax next to the ocean. At some point each day we hop on bikes to explore the island along the miles of bike paths that wind through the forest and past amazing seaside cottages, and architecturally stunning mansions. We love that we are not rushed. We know to take our time and enjoy the peacefulness and beauty of the island for our short time here. There are no crowds EVER. Even over the busiest holidays, we are pleasantly surprised by how few people are sharing our little vacation experience. There is no other place like it! License # RBL20-000232

Property manager

Tom and Anne
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number RBL20-000232

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located in Kiawah Island, this villa is near the beach. Turtle Point Golf Course and Osprey Point are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park. The Resort Shop and Edisto Island Serpentarium are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Night Heron Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Ocean Course - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Freshfields Village - 11 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil villa just steps from the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil villa just steps from the beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron Park. Kiawah Island Beach and The Ocean Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa in beautiful Kiawah Island

We only had a few days to visit, but this villa offered a great location in an amazing, serene setting on the east side of Kiawah Island. The Villa was stocked with everything we needed for an amazing retreat. And, the owners were on top of anything we needed. We hope to go back and visit sometime again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation getaway

Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved This Villa

Everything about this villa is topnotch. My husband and I stayed here for a month. It was very quiet, no one else in the other three units in this building. The bed was comfortable and the furnished were nice.I loved that there was a nice collection of cleaning supplies, even stainless steel cleaner for the appliances. Most renters probably would not think this is a plus but we were here for a month.The shower is excellent, great water pressure.The washer and dryer are conventional and in their own separate room.We had space to store our bikes in the storage area beneath the unit. Locked and safe.Check in was easy and the extra keys were appreciated.I would recommend this villa to any couple looking for a relaxing stay. We are planning to return again next year.Thank you to Tom and Anne for renting to us.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

ann t.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice clean villa

We had everything we needed, the villa was clean and well stocked. The only problem was with the television. The Amazon fire stick was non functional.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Condo

Great little condo just steps from the beach. Perfect for marathon weekend because we were able to walk to spots around the course after the roads closed. Short drive to great restaurants and shops. Thank you Tom and Anne - we would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation Destination

The villa was perfect for the two of us. It had everything we needed and truly was steps away from the beach, which we enjoyed every day. The owners made the whole process very easy and were very responsive when I had a simple question. We look forward to visiting family there again and hopefully staying at this property if it is available :).
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

My girlfriend and I stayed here for a long wedding weekend for our first time on Kiawah. Place was very clean and easy to find so giving 5 Stars. It was just what we needed so definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

Friendly hosts who are very helpful. Villa was well stocked and very clean. Location is exceptional! The beautiful beach is just across the boardwalk. It’s a wonderful place to get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kiawah villa

Excellent villa by the ocean. Nice layout to villa with outside porch. Location excellent. Interactions with owner were excellent and questions quickly answered. Thanks and I hope to be back next year at the same time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach and biking

The villa was lovely. A very short distance to the beach for morning walks. We are bikers so enjoyed the path. It as a short stay, but will recommend it to family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, cozy, close to the beach!

Our 3rd time staying here & won’t be our last.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

f l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to relax

We had another wonderful time at the villa! Everything was perfect when we arrived. A great beach getaway. Thanks Tom and Anne!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star Kiawah Villa!! 10/10 would recommend!

My husband and I just stayed here over the 4th of July holiday! Everything was perfect! Very spacious villa that is mere steps from the beach! The villa is clean and has been updated. The most important thing is that the bed was comfy!! No rolling, sinking or sagging!! 7 nights of great sleep! The villa had chairs and an umbrella that could be used at the beach. The kitchen was stocked with all the necessary pots and pans for preparing meals. There was coffee and coffee filters and even some commonly used spices, which was nice. Having a washer and dryer in the villa was a great amenity too! We rented bikes and just tooled around the island! This villa is close to Night Heron Park that had daily activities for the holiday. If you do venture to Kiawah, make sure you check out the dolphins strand feeding at Captain Sam’s inlet which is just a short bike ride down the beach. It was one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen! There are many online articles of when the best time is to see the dolphins We will be back to Kiawah again and this villa will be our first choice! Jim and Becki Columbus, IN
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

M H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievable Place Just Off the Beach

Tom and Anne's place was all that we could ever want for an enjoyable vacation on Kiawah Island. The Villa is only a hundred yards away from a boardwalk leading to the beautiful beach. We had an awesome week, with the temps int he mid-80s and a constant breeze. My wife loved swimming and floating in the breakers. I took full advantage of the awesome golf options on and off of the island. We were 2 minutes away from Night Heron Park, which has a cool little wildlife center. We ended up going on a bird walk one night. There are a ton of food options on the island, that we weren't really aware of until we went exploring. It was great wandering around and figuring things out without a plan. There is also a perfect farm stand that is just off of the island, called Rosebank Farm Market. It has a bunch of great produce and locally made products. Freshfields Market also has a Harris Teeter for any other grocery needs. The villa has all you will need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The kitchen was perfect for us, as we cooked almost every night without issue. The bed was very comfortable and the living room was an great layout to relax and watch TV after a long day of activities. Tom was very responsive to a few questions we had, and made things extremely easy when checking in/out. We highly recommend their Villa and hope we have the opportunity to stay with them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing week on Kiawah

Enjoyed our stay on Kiawah. The villa was nice. Updated kitchen and bathroom. Everything we needed, although I didn’t do any cooking. We ate our meals at Freshfields. Close walk to the beach, which was very nice. We had 3 or 4 deer in our parking lot in front of the villa one evening. I saw a pool in the park close by, probably in walking distance. However, there was one thing that I can say, the livingroom furniture could use an update in my opinion. The couch was fine but the side chairs was really not comfortable enough to spend anytime sitting in. I brought a chair from the deck in to use while watching TV and it was much more comfortable. Overall, I was an enjoyable experience. Host was nice and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Villa in Kiawah

I was in Kiawah for a friend's wedding and stayed for an entire week. This was the perfect place to stay- SO close to the beach, more space than I anticipated, and very clean. Communication from Tom was fantastic, and when a beach chair broke during our stay it was replaced (not expected and very kind!). Would absolutely stay here again, and highly recommend this place for your Kiawah vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

We had a great stay at this condo. It was a 2 min walk to the beach and next to Night Heron Park. Tom was quick to reply to our questions and everything was perfect. No frills but had everything you need for a wonderful stay at Kiawah. Please note guest do not have access to pools and you will need to login to your own tv streaming service. I will gladly give those up for the awesome value this condo gives. We will definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home away from home.

We were privileged to stay 2 weeks at Tom and Anne's lovely villa and enjoyed every minute of it. The villa is so cozy and welcoming and offered everything we needed to be comfortable. The location is awesome, just a bike ride from all the amazing things nature has to offer and a very short walk to the beach. We would like to say thank you Tom and Anne for having us stay at your lovely home away from home. Hopefully we can come back next year! With kindest regards, Stephan and Marianne
Stayed 15 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nance G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd time here!

Very relaxing and soothing stay at this clean, well appointed villa! Tom is so wonderful to communicate with and has kindly put up with my vrbo snafu’s! We had just lost our very cherished cat 3 weeks prior to this planned getaway and coming to this villa and the 2 minute walk to the healing ocean vibes was just what we needed for our grieving hearts. Thanks Tom and Ann and hope to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway

We stayed at this apartment for my longest friend's wedding weekend and absolutely loved it. It was spacious, clean, fresh, in a great location walkable to the main Sanctuary Hotel where we visited the pool and beach, and had very quaint pleasant decorations within. Overall a beautiful home with very positive vibes. Full recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fit our needs perfect

Perfect for what we needed. Clean and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tom and Anne

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We have been vacationing on Kiawah for more than 20 years. After visiting many "typical" vacation communities with my family over the years, we discovered the unique vacation experience of Kiawah in 1998, and fell in love. Although we live in Omaha, NE, we have been coming here ever since.
We have 4 children, and we stay in a 3 bedroom Night Heron Cottage when we come as a family. We bought this villa in 2018 and rented it to guests through the Kiawah Island Resort for the past 2 years. However, we found that the resort management did not provide a high enough level of vacation experience for our guests, to justify the inflated prices charged. We want our guests to feel that they have a wonderful vacation, as well as a good value. So...we have taken over control! We hope to have many happy guests who want to come back to Kiawah year after year like we do!

Why they chose this property

This is such a great location, with proximity to the beach without having to cross any roads! This villa is all about the beach and the beauty of Kiawah!

What makes this property unique

No need to cross any roads to get to the beach. And if you forgot something, or just need a fresh drink, the villa is right there!!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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