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4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals

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Living Area
Living Area
Dining Area Overlooking Living Area
Kitchen
Screened Porch

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Night Heron Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals

RBL21-000029
In accordance with the Town of Kiawah Island Short Term Rental Ordinance, all guests understand that the approved number of bedrooms is 1, the maximum allowed occupancy is 2, and the maximum allowed number of vehicles is 2.

This updated, second-floor, one-bedroom Kiawah Island vacation rental has a screened porch and is a 60-second walk to the beach.

Upon entering the foyer, you are welcomed by a tranquil color palette and hardwood floors. You can go left into the bedroom or straight to the main living space. Down the hallway is the open living space with kitchen, dining, and living areas. The comfortable living room offers a sofa, cozy side chair, wall-mounted TV, and screened porch access. The fully equipped kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and white cabinetry and allows for easy meal preparation and entertaining. The dining area features a table with seating for four. The main living space is highlighted by soaring ceilings, a wall of windows and sliding glass door access to the screened porch.

The bedroom features a king bed, wall-mounted flat-screen TV, and private entry to the hall bathroom. The bathroom is conveniently accessible from the bedroom or hallway and offers a large tiled shower.

The screened porch, also with an elevated ceiling, provides four chairs and abundant opportunities for relaxing and viewing the surrounding natural beauty and nearby lagoon. A bike path is conveniently located behind the villa, and the beach boardwalk is about a minute’s walk from the villa’s front door.

The villa is equipped with washer, dryer, and high speed wireless internet.

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear rentals during your stay! The credit amount for this property is $150. You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, and more – the choice is yours!

During your stay on Kiawah Island, be sure to enjoy biking on the 30 miles of flat bike trails, golfing on one of five world-class courses, playing tennis, crabbing, fishing, swimming, and boating. Many families also enjoy the kids’ camp and nature programs at Night Heron Park.

Kiawah Island is about 40 minutes from historic Charleston, famous for incredible shopping, galleries, antique stores, museums, the South Carolina Aquarium, horse-drawn carriage rides, historic landmarks, and sumptuous dining.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Water view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located in Kiawah Island, this condo is near the beach. Turtle Point Golf Course and Osprey Point are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Resort Shop and Edisto Island Serpentarium. Fort Lamar Historic Preserve and Splash Zone Waterpark are also worth visiting. Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Night Heron Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The Ocean Course - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Osprey Point - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Linnette’s - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Sports Pub & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪FortyEight - Wine Bar & Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals on 30 May 2026 start from AU$317, 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.

How much is parking at 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4257 Mariners Watch Villa by Akers Ellis Rentals located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park. Turtle Point Golf Course and Osprey Point are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deck was not usable. Interior of condo was OK. Had to leave after only 103 nights booked because of impending winter storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris F.

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

Family vacation

The property was ateo minute walk from the beach, where we met the rest of our family. Property had everything we needed.i would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

great kiawah getaway

well-priced small condo for quick beach trip. very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Quiet Kiawah Vaca

Nice location and very peaceful and quiet. Convenient to beach and easily located.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Robin K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The tv in the master bedroom cuts itself off after watching for 2 minutes. This condominium needs a complete overhaul from pots and pans to furniture and bed linens. The front door is cracked and see through; needs replacing! The outer door slams shut. It needs some attention badly. I expected better being located on Kiawah Island and the photos don’t depict the actuality. Good thing was it was quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Stay at Mariner's Watch

Nice property in beautiful location. Check in process was easy and seamless. Close walk to the beach. Great access to the many trails and amenities of the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chrissy K.

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

Great location for couples getaway

Easy walk to beach. Beautiful new stairway to access the condo. Screened in porch was lovely. Interiors could use a bit of updating and a fresh coat of paint. There was a hint of an older smell to it, but not enough to be a problem. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

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

Nice location

The 1 bedroom villa was comfortable and a great location close to the beach. We enjoyed the view from the porch, especially when a great blue heron visited a particular limb over the canal.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna P.

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

Beautiful bungalow

This beautiful condo is a one minute walk from the beach! It was an amazing rental and I completely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Respite after the storm

Kiawah is a lush and lovely location with a gorgeous beach and easy access from the unit. Very relaxing - some of the furnishings are in threadbare condition. Overall unit pleasant and met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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

Time to relax

We enjoyed the quiet of the off season with time to read, write and compose!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

October Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the location & condo! Only complaint was would have liked the furniture to be a little more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location; property could use a good deep cleaning, especially dusty baseboards. Shower needs a good cleaning. Our towels had a cigarette smell, so I had to wash them. Very convenient to have a washer and dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great weekend in Kiawah

We enjoyed our weekend at this property in December. The unit was very clean and cozy. There were plenty of towels and kitchen utensils. It really is only a short 1 minute walk to the beach! Communication with the property manager was easy and we had no issues with the reservation, check in or check out. We were at Kiawah for the marathon, and I would recommend this property for future marathon weekends!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Joel H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Comfortable stay close to the beach

This place has a great balance of location and price. We had a very enjoyable stay. There were a couple of issues; there was sand on the floor of the apartment, but as there was a vacuum and broom on n the apartment we adapted. However, we also found sand in the bed, between the sheets. The host was very responsive, however, and had fresh linens delivered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mona P.

Good location & pretty setting

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our time on Kiawah and in this rental. The view was pretty and the kitchen was wonderful—clean and stocked well. The condo could use a new coat of paint and cleaning of the bathroom grout. The bed was comfortable.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Mostly perfect

The remote controller did not work, the bed was very uncomfortable, and the key lock box was broken. Other than those small things it was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Bryce W.

Great couple getaway

My wife and I throughly enjoyed our stay at this property . The beach is 500 ft away . Bike riding is a must do , if you catch it at low tide you can ride easy miles , and bike paths are paved . I thought the bed was comfortable and the bath and shower great for two people . The listing does not show it but there is a dresser drawer in the m/br closet . Be sure to visit the farmers market in Bohickett , they're open every day during the growing season . The Fresh Fields is only minutes away , has a wounderful grocery and great shopping .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brad H.

Labor Day Weekend 2019

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall good. The condo was nice. We had a little issue with two cockroaches and a few other bugs in the bathroom. The front door does not shut all the way without excessive force. Other than that and the mandatory evacuation, the rental was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

6/10 Okay

Jim & Linda W.

Convenient to beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit was in a good location for beach access. The kitchen was in excellent shape except the oven was extremely dirty inside. Bath was small but clean. Floors looked fairly new and were clean. The mattress needs to be replaced before the summer season if you don't want to receive lots of complaints and we could not lock the slider.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

4257 Mariners Watch

Check in and communication with Akers Ellis was excellent as was property location. Unit is old and dated. Dark colors, old furnishings, bathroom paint peeling, bed linens old and missing pillowcases on some pillows, mattress old and uncomfortable old small TVs. It is an easy and cheaper fix to paint lighter colors, replace mattress and furniture, larger tvs, and generally modernize the appearance. Would not rent again for these reasons.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kanjana H.

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

Quiet getaway

My husband and I came for our babymoon and really loved it. The beach was truly a short walk away and not too crowded. The listing was as pictured and we enjoyed having a kitchen to be able to cook some days versus drive to town for meals. The only small complaint was the rental umbrella could not handle the wind on the beach. The stake kept in the ground, but the weak and thin metal wires inside the umbrella kept getting pushed almost inside out with the wind and everyday was windy on the beach. The wind itself is great and helps with the heat, but I’d highly recommend figuring out another umbrella situation, there are some even available on the beachfront itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, could use some minor fix ups.

Great location, perfect for a couple. Cleaning was less than stellar, but adequate. The pair of underwear on the floor in the closet from the last guest, presumably, made us doubt the thoroughness of the entire clean-up. Neither the stick vacuum or the large vacuum worked. The stick didn't start at all, and the larger vacuum ran, but basically scattered the sand and dust I was trying to clean up with no suction. Other than that, the furniture, kitchen accessories were quite good. The towels provided could use an upgrade...pretty thin and worn out at this point.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Only good thing was the location

I have learned my lesson about renting from real estate companies, and I never will do this again. Owners CARE because they spend time in a property themselves. The living room furniture was so dirty & gross that I had to put a sheet over the couch so I could bear to sit on it. The rug was disgusting. Every piece of furniture was nicked and stained. The walls were scuffed & dirty and the closet had mildew stains. The unit was clean, at least, and the location was terrific, but coming "home" to this place after a day on Kiawah's beautiful beach made me feel like trash.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Selah N.

Loved the area

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our visit to John's island. It was beautiful even in February. Unfortunately the condo seemed like it hadn't been cleaned for quite awhile. The floors and the doors were filthy. There was a large stain on couch cushions and just seemed a little neglected. The manager was very helpful the couple of times I had to contact him. I just don't think they are getting their money's worth with the cleaning crew. Would like to stay in the area again but would find a different condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

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