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The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered patio, and a building with a red roof.
A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove. There are bar stools and a glass coffee table with books and a remote.
An outdoor patio with a pool, a table with chairs, and lounge chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a herringbone-patterned backsplash.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, bookshelves, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Bluffton, SC
  • Place, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Farmers Market of Bluffton
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Heyward House Historic Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

About this property

The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton

Carriage house located in the heart of Old Town. Newly remodeled 2 bedroom with view of outdoor pool. Steps to the May River and to shops restaurants and galleries.
Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Leave key on kitchen counter..Doors unlocked
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3058062vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bluffton

Old Town Bluffton, a neighbourhood in Bluffton, is home to this apartment. Heyward House Historic Center and Rose Hill Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coligny Beach and Coastal Discovery Museum. Station 300 and Adventure Cove are also worth visiting.
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Bluffton, SC

What's nearby

  • Bluffton Oyster Factory Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Farmers Market of Bluffton - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Heyward House Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Church of the Cross - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • May River Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lot 9 Brewing Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nectar Farm Kitchen Old Town - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cahill's Market - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,286, 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 The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sign of the Mermaid Old Town Bluffton located?

Located in Old Town Bluffton, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Bluffton Oyster Factory Park, Heyward House Historic Center and Farmers Market of Bluffton. May River Theater and Tanger Outlets Hilton Head are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little slice of heaven with southern hospitality & bluffton charm
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right in downtown bluffton where you can walk to local restaurantsThe on site owner is friendly and helpful!Was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Wonderful
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Wonderful
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was spotless and very comfortable! We enjoyed our week here. Brenda was a great host and was very kind, and accommodating. We can't wait to come back. She is a super host. Thank you for sharing your place and pool with us. Made for a welcoming and relaxing vacation!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vickie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location. This property is so walkable to food, entertainment, drinks, farmers market, art, shopping, and so many things that make Bluffton .. Bluffton. Beautiful parks and awesome views of the May River. The Sign of the Mermaid is such a cute and comfortable spot making this a relaxing vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a GREAT place to stay in downtown Bluffton. Most of all Brenda was literally the best host I have ever had at a vacation rental, and I have stayed in places from Italy to Indonesia. I am from Bluffton and expected southern hospitality but she went above and beyond! When she learned my daughter liked to sew she gifted us some dresses she had that were out of this world. The property was perfectly clean and nice, and it was bigger than I expected. Having access to a pool in the summer months was a real treat, and the laundry was very nice and easy to access. If I had three thumbs I would put them all up, but I'm stuck with two. I can't recommend this place highly enough, grab it if you can.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

Sign of the Mermaid stay

Wonderful host and place! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Thanks so much Emma..come back anytime 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Comments

Was a very pleasant stay and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian F.

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

Great place

Great location, owners are fantastic. Very walkable to everything in Bluffton. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time in Bluffton. Brenda was a fabulous host. The place was very clean and in a perfect location. We didn't have time to enjoy the pool, but hopefully we will next time. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delightful treat—privacy, comfy beds, super clean with new appliances, gorgeous pool, and charmingly decorated! Our hosts, Brenda & Terry, were so generous & welcoming. The location is so convenient—walk to ALLJOY donuts, Corner Perk, May River, shops, restaurants, and Farmers Mkt. Five stars for this Mermaid retreat!
Massive, ancient live oak trees on property
Upstairs unit with nice deck
May River sunset
Pool on property
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Quiet and Lovely

We slept very well here. Very peaceful spot with lots of walking options. Love the Bluffton area, and our hostess made us love it more!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay with the best hosts! they made every step seamless and were super generous and fun! The house was clean and gorgeous, perfect location in historic Blufffton, stunning pool. The cherry on top is that the hosts are super fun and fantastic people! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Sweetest ever 💓!!! I hope ya'll are coming back to see me !! 😘😘
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

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

Wonderful accomodations

Brenda is the consummate host. Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stewart N.

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

Perfect location

We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the wonderful location. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. Thanks Brenda and Terry!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

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

Easter Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay there and our host couldn’t have been nicer by making us feel like old friends. Invited us to their pool with our family and also let us their golf cart to get around town. Will definitely go back, comfortable beds and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic weekend needing a close place to attend a Moss Creek CC wedding. So happy we cancelled our hotel for this adorable carriage house in Bluffton! The space was spotless, cozy, and full of fun, eclectic charm—especially the mermaid-themed decor that gave it such a whimsical vibe. The beds were incredibly comfy, and the hosts were so kind and generous with their hospitality. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay!
Peaceful property and beautiful landscaping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

patricia d.

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

Wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay. Brenda was wonderful and easy to work with. The house was as described and very close to restaurants, etc. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Great location

The location was walking distance to many restaurants and shopping. We wish we would have had more time to explore. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Southern charm at its finest.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

What a gem!

This property is wonderful! Comfortable, pretty, perfect location, and the sweetest host ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

AMAZING Property & Owners

We loved everything about this property - from the location, to the darling accommodations, to the charming hosts. You will not regret staying here, I promise! And we will 100% book again on our next visit to the area!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA M.

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

Tranquil oasis

Everything is clean, neat, and beautifully decorated! The pool area and grounds were gorgeous and fun to explore.It rained practically the entire time we were there but we still had a great time! We met the hosts, Brenda and Terry briefly and they were very nice and happy to help in any way.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda and Terry were wonderful hosts and we enjoyed having delightful conversations with them when we weren't out visiting old friends and family in the area.Their cottage house which is the VRBO is wonderfully appointed, with very comfortable beds and plenty of seating for relaxing, both indoors and outdoors.It unfortunately rained and thunder stormed our whole trip so we didn't get to use the pool but it was definitely something we had hoped to enjoy and looked very inviting to jump in.10/10 we would stay here again when we come back if we need a VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Extremely clean and exquisitely decorated. Owners were very warm and friendly and generously let us use their pool and golf cart - Brenda was ver helpful with recommendations for eating, shopping , directions, plus just an overall cheerful and upbeat person to spend time with. I would definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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