Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street

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A spacious living area with a large window, a surfboard mounted on the wall, and a cozy seating arrangement.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a dining area with wooden chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ocean Point Golf Course

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fripp Island, SC
  • Place, Ocean Point Golf Course
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fripp Island Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Fripp Island

Located in Deer Lake, a neighbourhood in Fripp Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. 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. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Fripp Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Point Golf Course - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fripp Island Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bay Street - 28 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort - 34 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 36 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabana Club Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bonitos Boathouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar on Fripp Island - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Johnson Creek Tavern - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street on 10 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,086, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street located?

Located in Deer Lake, this golf holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Ocean Point Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Fripp Island Beach and Sunset View Park. Davis Love Park and Ocean Creek Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location-having the golf cart included was excellent. Great kitchen for cooking. Peaceful view outback full of all the wildlife. Kathy was so kind and helpful!Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing stay! We will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lively- well equipped and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
Thank you so much!! We appreciate you staying with us and your review! Come back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful house! We were only here for a weekend, but could not have been more pleased with the Surf Shack. It was spotless clean, loved the decor, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. The golf cart was a nice bonus! Kathy was very responsive to questions. I highly recommend this house to anyone visiting Fripp Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2026
Thank you so much! I love your review! We are so happy that you had fun at the “Surf Shack”! Come back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is in a great location and is peaceful, quiet, and serene. We especially enjoyed the nature all around us and the golf cart rides to fishing, crabbing, restaurants, and beaches. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Peaceful, quiet and serene. Thank you so much! You just reminded me of why we bought this home back in 2003. Even when the island is crazy busy, it’s so quiet here. And the wildlife, never a dull moment :) Thank you for staying with us. Come back when you can, Kathy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house. We enjoyed watching the gators in the pond out back. Communication with ownership was quick and clear and made the whole process a breeze. Definitely a well-run property and we look forward to return trips!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2026
So much fun!! We love watching the wildlife too. Sometimes it is alligators and sometimes it is sea otters. But the sea otters are so fast most people Don’t know what is making the wave in the water. Thank you so much for staying with us. We look forward to when you can come back, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property to stay and book at! Beautiful view, private pool for relaxation and also pet friendly made this place even better. Host responsive was 10/10.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you so much! This is music to our ears. We love that you enjoyed our place and the view. We lived here for several years and were always mesmerized by the nature we'd see everyday. And thanks so much for saying we were attentive. We really care about that part too. Come back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful house! Everything was so clean and comfy. The golf cart is FAST We loved this house and the deer lake area is so quiet and relaxing. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Oh thank you so much! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed you love our house. Makes us feel special!! Thank you. Glad you like the golf cart. No one wants to 🐢 turtle around when on a cart :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on Fripp Island, bright and sunny!! Spacious home and well furnished!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a well maintained property and very clean. Having access to a golf cart on site was a bonus and overall expense savings. The kitchen and great room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the lagoon persuaded us to cook and enjoy our evenings at the house. Will definitely stay here again on our visits to Fripp.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. New kitchen appliances. Great natural lighting in the morning through the big windows. Well located property. The included golf cart was convenient- carries 4 people or 2 with the back flipped down for cargo. Outdoor shower was helpful. Great to have laundry- the washer/dryer unit was new.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to share your review! We especially love this home for its beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light and offer a front-row seat to nature. Watching the wildlife and the moon rise is one of the many things that makes this home so special. We’re glad you had the opportunity to experience its unique charm! Come back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as described. A bit of a walk from your car to the house. But we made it work with help of the cart!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our first vacation as a family of four. Fripp was wonderful and staying here only added to the delight. We love being able to look out the windows and see all the wildlife (several alligators). The included golf cart was such a bonus. The house was clean, and the beds were very computable. Kathy was responsive and attentive. You can tell she truly cares about her properties.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
Thank you so much!! What a sweet comment about you can tell we care. Just made my whole week!! We do care so much. We want everyone to have the best time while staying on Fripp Island and in our homes. It’s just such a special Place to be. Come back when you can. And thank you again, Kathy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful place for our Easter family vacation. All of the windows provided such a cheerful and welcoming experience. Our host Kathy was only a phone call/text away and very responsive. You can’t go wrong with this one, we will be planning our next trip soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you so much! We are so happy you had a fun time, We love that you enjoyed the windows. This is exactly why we fell in love with this house the moment we walked in. Bright and airy and so much wildlife to see. Come back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Surf Shack is such a peaceful oasis right on the lagoon. So many beautiful egrets, herons, storks and alligators and deer to watch with our morning coffee. We loved having "Shortie" to drive around and explore the beautiful island. Went to Nature Center, the marina and the crabbing dock. Beds were comfy, bathrooms clean, kitchen was well stocked . Charcoal grill was great! Kathy was easy to reach and answered all our questions. Not many restaurants on Fripp, but we ate off island at Foolish Frog and Johnsons Creek Tavern-Yummy food and good service at both places. Visited the Penn Center which was extremely interesting. Having the free pass into Hunting Island State Park was helpful. The beach there was so relaxing with very few people, and good shelling. Hope to come back again. Thanks Kathy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2026
We are thrilled you had a fun time. We love that you enjoyed the wildlife that you can see while just sitting on the couch! We could never focus on a TV show too well as we would be distracted by wildlife TV. Happy to hear that you went to Hunting Island. It is one of our favorite things to do. Shelling and Shark tooth hunting are hobbies of ours. Another great restaurant is on St. Helena Island (7 miles off of the island) Sea Island Bar & Grille. Wonderful food and price with live entertainment on Wednesday, aka "Shrimp night". Hurry back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Thank you so much. And thank you for staying with us, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was closed so cannot comment on that. The home was very nice and the owner responded quickly .
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2026
The Deer Lake pool is closed through the Winter and some of Spring. There is a heated pool at the Cabana Club that is used throughout the year. Glad you enjoyed your stay and time on Hunting Island! I’m happy the pass gets some use. Come back when you can. We’d love to have you stay with us again, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is by far the best house we have ever stayed in at Fripp. We have been coming for 7 summers and it’s the first time we’ve said- we have to stay here again! The wildlife was incredible!! We saw 4 alligators one morning! The herons and egrets were so active in the morning! The neighborhood is amazing- very safe and quiet. We met a few neighbors at the pool and they were knowledgeable and kind! The house was immaculate and the beds were comfortable! The property manager/owner was so responsive and kind with any questions. The golf cart was fast! The neighborhood pool is fantastic- this is the first year we havnt even used the amenity cards! We honestly won’t get them next year if we stay here again! This house is amazing and we’ll def try to book it next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind review. Reading your words truly made our day. The fact that you’ve been coming to Fripp for seven summers and said, “We have to stay here again!” is one of the greatest compliments we could ever receive. We’re so happy you loved the peaceful Deer Lake neighborhood, the comfortable home, and all of the amazing wildlife. Seeing the alligators, herons, egrets, and all of the beautiful birds is one of our favorite parts of island life too. It also means so much to hear that you enjoyed the neighborhood pool and found everything you needed to have such a wonderful vacation. We work hard to make sure every guest feels at home, so knowing you found the house immaculate and that we could be responsive when you needed us is incredibly rewarding. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. We would be absolutely delighted to welcome you back next summer and can’t wait to have you make even more Fripp memories here, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

The house was great. We had little bit of trouble getting through the gate upon arrival but Kathy took care of it for us within 5 minutes. Great stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us and for taking the time to write us a review. We hope you can come back soon, Kathy. p.s. sorry about the gate hiccup. A miscommunication of sorts but super easy to fix
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday Getaway

It was a cold Christmas and not perfect beach weather, but this property was perfect for staying in and relaxing. Fripp is always a great place to relax and this year did not disappoint. The responsiveness of the property management was spot on as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2023
Thank you so much! You were just the best guest. Thank you for staying with us and enjoying our house & island🏝 Kathy Folds
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring time away

Nice location. Kitchen well stocked with good cookware. Comfortable bed. Short walk from car to house. Overall pleased with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Thank you Linda. Thanks for staying with us and your review too. Hurry back when you can. We’d love to give you a discount as a repeat guest at the “Surf Shack”. Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oct 2023

We loved every minute of our visit. The house was perfect and the owner went above and beyond to make our stay the best possible. We didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to plan our next trip to beautiful Fripp Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you so much. We are glad that you loved your stay here and with us. Come back when you can, Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short family vacation

This rental was absolutely amazing!! The view was beautiful from the living room. We even saw an alligator cruise by. It was so nice to have the golf cart and bikes for the trip to the beach and to just ride around the neighborhood. The kitchen was stocked full of everthing you need to cook or grill out, which we did. We will definitely be back in the fall!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us. You guys were such a pleasure. Hurry back when you can, Kathy & crew
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stay

We had a wonderful time and the house was perfect for us. However, I feel that the amenities cards were too much for what it gave us. We didn’t need a pool pass because we had a pool and to pay for a card to eat or get ice cream was silly. I wish we had known more about the cards as new to the island because I wouldn’t have paid for them.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thanks for enjoying our house. We hate that you felt it necessary to deduct a star for something that is not in our control. Our letter is pretty explanatory about exactly why you would need the Resort amenity cards. We do have a neighborhood pool that if you should decide to use it during your stay, I am charged an additional fee from my neighborhood association that I do not pass along to my guests. We were pretty attentive to your questions and need for more beach towels when after you left, we discovered that you must have overlooked the ones we had left for your group originally. I would just suggest that In the future, it would be more fair to rate your stay as in the house you were renting, the way the owners/managers responded, cleanliness, comfort and maybe just add in your comments your displeasure with something that is more about the area than the home. Just a suggestion as we work really hard to make sure things are perfect for your stay with us. Thanks, Kathy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Bugs

Killed many Palmetto (cockroaches) , a couple were dead in the floor when we got there. However, everything else was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2023
The perfect weather has brought about an extra amount of palmetto bugs on the island this past season. Sorry for the challenges. They love to come in any open door, Especially in the evening if any lights are on they will fly right in. Sorry about that. I will make sure we up our outside exterminating.
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