Welcome to Cardinal's Cradle – A Newly Renovated Luxe Retreat 13 Planters Wood Court | Sleeps 10 | Private Pool & Spa | 1.2 Miles to Harbour Town
New to the rental market in 2025, Cardinal's Cradle is a fully reimagined 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath design-forward ranch tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac in Sea Pines. Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, this home blends architectural cohesion, upscale finishes, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. Located just 1.2 miles from Harbour Town and an easy bike ride to the Sea Pines Beach Club, it offers seamless access to the best of Sea Pines — with a private resort-style pool and spa waiting when you return. This is a home designed for guests who appreciate elevated details and refined comfort.
🛏️ Bedroom Configuration – Sleeps 10 • Primary Suite – King bed, private bath with dual vanities & glass shower, TV, direct access to screened porch • Junior Primary Suite – King bed, walk-in closet, en-suite with glass shower, TV • Jack-and-Jill Bedroom 1 – Twin-over-queen bunk, TV • Jack-and-Jill Bedroom 2 – King bed + built-in twin, TV • Shared full bath between Jack-and-Jill rooms
✨ Interior Highlights Every room reflects the 2025 full renovation — cohesive design, fresh finishes, and a light, modern coastal aesthetic.
🛋️ Open-concept great room with shiplap accents & decorative fireplace 👩🍳 Statement kitchen with oversized island, premium appliances & farmhouse sink 🍸 Wet bar designed for entertaining 🍽️ Dining table seating for 8 🥂 Additional seating for 4 at the kitchen island 🍳 Kitchen Conveniences – Starter cooking essentials plus 10+ bulk cooking spices 📶 High-speed Wi-Fi 📺 Smart TVs throughout
🌴 Outdoor Amenities The backyard experience is intimate, polished, and beautifully executed.
🪟 Screened-in porch with high-top dining & built-in grill 🔥 Fire pit lounge area 🌳 Quiet cul-de-sac setting with slight Heron Point golf views 🪑 Resort-style lounging spaces designed for gathering
🔥 Pool & Spa Heat • Pool & spa heat ranges from $650/week in warmer shoulder months (May & September) • Rates increase with colder weather, up to $950/week in winter months • Spa-only heat available for $250/week (June–August) or $350/week (September–May) • Pool heated to 86°F • Spa heated to 102°F on demand • Warmer pool temperatures available for an additional fee • Fees prorated for shorter or longer stays
💙 Bonus Beachside HHI Amenities 👫 Guest Support – Personalized, local assistance from the Beachside HHI team 🧴 Luxury Essentials – Full-size body wash, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion & hand soap in every bathroom 🏖️ Beach Gear – Turkish beach towels, soft-sided cooler & complimentary umbrella ☕ Coffee Perks – Keurig & drip coffee makers with K-Cups, creamers & sweeteners 🍳 Kitchen Conveniences – Starter cooking essentials plus 10+ bulk cooking spices 🧽 Household Conveniences – Starter supply of paper products, trash bags, dishwasher pods & laundry pods 💇♀️ Hair Dryers – Available in every full bathroom 📶 Smart Home Features – Keyless entry, high-speed Wi-Fi & Smart TVs 🔌 Charging Connections – Bedside USB-C & USB-A power bricks in every bedroom 🚲 Extras Available – Bikes, beach gear & baby equipment available to rent
💖 Why You'll Love Cardinal's Cradle • Fully renovated and first offered for rental in 2025 • Refined, high-end design throughout • Private pool & spa with resort-level finishes • Quiet cul-de-sac privacy • 8-10 minute bike ride to the beach • Ideal layout for families or upscale group stays
🌴 Explore Sea Pines Sea Pines is a 5,000-acre private, gated community offering a mix of relaxation and adventure: 📍 Harbour Town – 1.2 miles 📍 South Beach Marina – 4 miles 🐴 Lawton Stables – 0.8 miles 🌿 Forest Preserve – 1.2 miles 🏖️ Sea Pines Beach Club – 1.9 miles 🚗 Sea Pines Beach Shuttle Parking Lot – 1.4 miles (Shuttle runs mid-March through Labor Day, every 20 minutes) 🎾 Golf & Tennis – Championship golf & world-class pickleball facilities
🚲 Getting Around Sea Pines is built for biking. Shaded multi-use paths connect beaches, marinas, golf, and dining. Beachside HHI can deliver rental bikes directly to Cardinal's Cradle, and the seasonal Sea Pines Trolley offers convenient transportation throughout the community.
📌 Important Information ⏰ Check-In & Check-Out – 4 PM / 10 AM 🚗 Parking – Space for up to 4 vehicles 🎟️ Gate Passes – 1 complimentary included; additional $19/car/week 🚭 Non-Smoking – 100% non-smoking home 🔞 Minimum Age – Primary guest must be 25+
🐾 Pet Policy This home is not pet friendly. Service animals are welcome with advance notice. Emotional support animals (ESAs) are not permitted.
✨ A Refined Private Escape Cardinal's Cradle is not simply another Sea Pines home — it is a newly renovated, design-forward retreat offering privacy, upscale finishes, and one of the most thoughtfully executed backyard environments in the community. If you're looking for architectural cohesion, a spa-level pool experience, and easy access to everything Sea Pines offers, this is your home.
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About the area
Hilton Head Island
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Sea Pines, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. While the natural beauty of Coligny Beach and Tybee Island Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Palmetto Dunes Club.
Lawton Stables and Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Harbour Town Golf Links - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Harbour Town Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - 4 min drive
The Crazy Crab - 4 min drive
The Quarterdeck - 4 min drive
Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - 6 min drive
Loggerhead Landing - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Upscale Coastal Ranch ~ Private Pool & Spa ~ 13 Planters Wood Ct ~ Sleeps 10 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Upscale Coastal Ranch ~ Private Pool & Spa ~ 13 Planters Wood Ct ~ Sleeps 10?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upscale Coastal Ranch ~ Private Pool & Spa ~ 13 Planters Wood Ct ~ Sleeps 10 on 2 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,380, 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 Upscale Coastal Ranch ~ Private Pool & Spa ~ 13 Planters Wood Ct ~ Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Upscale Coastal Ranch ~ Private Pool & Spa ~ 13 Planters Wood Ct ~ Sleeps 10?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Upscale Coastal Ranch ~ Private Pool & Spa ~ 13 Planters Wood Ct ~ Sleeps 10 located?
Located in Sea Pines, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Stan Smith Tennis Academy, Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground and Harbour Town Golf Links. Lawton Stables and Stoney-Baynard Ruins are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Celebrated a birthday and the space fit 10 people comfortably and the location was incredible. Host communicated every step of the way and was very professional. Would visit again!
Sujoy K. R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you, Sujoy, for your 5-star review! It was a pleasure hosting you!
This is a beautiful property with amazing details and had everything we needed! The hosts were communicative and helped with any questions. We loved the pool and the screened in porch so much. We would highly recommend staying here! It was fantastic!
Jennifer R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris E.
7 May 2025
Amazing Getaway Spot For Families
We had an amazing stay at Cardinals Cradle!
The home was spacious, beautifully furnished with luxury amenities, and perfect for our group of 7. The pool and hot tub were fantastic, and being in Sea Pines meant we were close to everything.
Our 2 year old daughter loved walking to see the horses every morning and finding starfish on the beach.
The hosts were very responsive and thoughtful throughout. We're already planning to come back!
The property was absolutely gorgeous, as described. Had all the amenities needed and then some. When they said the kitchen was stocked, that was an understatement, they provided enough dishes, cookware amd baking items for more than 24 people. The pool & spa were great! Everything was very clean and no issues with our stay. The team at beachsidehhi were very great providing information & reminders making it easy every step along the way.
Laura B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
Thank you so much for your 5-star review, Laura! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us at Cardinals Cradle! It was a pleasure hosting you!
The pool was fabulous. We heated it to 90 and the 2 and 5 year old with dad and grandparents were in twice a day. perfect design for all ages. The kitchen was large and extremely well stocked, the design was great. Everything was clean and ready for guests. The location was perfect. We biked to the beach, the Quarterdeck Lounge and to feed the horses with no problem. Linda and Jay were superb hosts and in the days leading up to our stay and during our stay responded to all our questions extremely quickly. All in all a perfect 5 out of 5.
Steve G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We are so glad you all had a great time at Cardinals Cradle! It was a pleasure hosting you!
We had an amazing time at Cardinals Cradle for our guys’ golf weekend! The house is brand new and looks exactly as advertised. The furniture, décor, and amenities are all top-notch, and the hot tub and pool were fantastic highlights of our stay. The neighborhood is quiet and secluded, and being part of the SeaPines complex made travel to golf a breeze.
We encountered a very minor issue with the water temperature in one of the guest room showers, because we were the first guests to stay here since the renovation. However, the management company was incredibly responsive and promptly sent maintenance to address the issue. The hosts' level of attention and responsiveness from the across the board was first class.
We highly recommend this property and can’t wait to return. A+ experience!
Matt L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thank you so much, Matt, for your 5-star review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us at Cardinals Cradle! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Teresa S.
9 Dec 2024
Perfect Holiday Home
We had the most amazing Thanksgiving getaway at this stunning vacation home in Sea Pines, Hilton Head Island! The home was brand new, immaculately clean, and thoughtfully designed with every amenity you could ask for. The chef's kitchen was a dream—perfectly equipped for preparing our holiday meal.
The outdoor space was equally impressive. We loved relaxing by the hot tub/pool area and spending evenings around the cozy fire pit area. The location in Sea Pines was ideal, offering both privacy and easy access to the beach, trails, and local attractions.
This home truly exceeded our expectations and made our holiday unforgettable. The owners clearly put so much thought into ensuring guests have a luxurious and comfortable stay. We can't wait to return!
And working with the team at Beachside HHI is an added bonus. Their service and responsiveness to our questions/needs were handled immediately and pleasantly. We will definitely be back Jay and Linda!
Highly recommend!
Teresa S.
About the host
Hosted by Linda Sudowski, Beachside Hilton Head Island
Beachside Hilton Head Island Linda and Jay Sudowski
We are a truly local vacation rental boutique owned and operated by Jay & Linda Sudowski (a husband and wife team), we live and play in Sea Pines with our four kiddos and two dogs. We are dedicated to providing our guests with thoughtful, responsive customer service and a tapestry of accommodations to fit your needs, whether you are looking for a large oceanfront home, a pet-friendly home, or a smaller coastal oasis.
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