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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Outdoor pool
The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Van Der Meer Tennis Center
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
On beach
Private pool
Spa pool on site
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Explore the area
Hilton Head Island, SC
Van Der Meer Tennis Center
Place, Van Der Meer Tennis Center
5 min walk
Shipyard Beach
Place, Shipyard Beach
8 min walk
Coligny Beach
Place, Coligny Beach
5 min drive
Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3 (Master)
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Double Beds
Loft
1 Double Futon
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3 (Master)
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly!
Private pool, hot tub, private beach access + bikes, beach chairs, amenities and supplies to make your visit easy.
Discover your own private piece of paradise in this classic North Forest beach house is located a mile up from parks, shopping and entertainment. Enjoy your own oceanfront compound with a short walk over the dune to the ocean.
Nestled at the end of the prestigious North Forest Beach area, this stunning 5-bedroom, 5-bath oceanfront home offers an unparalleled escape on Hilton Head Island's most tranquil and uncrowded beaches. Designed to accommodate multiple families, this property seamlessly blends shared living spaces with private retreats, ensuring an unforgettable coastal getaway.
PROXIMITY TO THE BEACH
- Oceanfront
PROPERTY CONFIGURATION
- 5 Bedrooms - 5 Baths - Sleeps 14 - Parking for a maximum of 8 vehicles on improved surfaces like driveways (no parking on grassed/landscaped areas) - 4500 Square feet
- Direct oceanfront with private beach path - Private pool (45x15) with spa - Spa heat included; pool heating available for $775-$1275+tax/week - Well stocked kitchen with single ovens, dishwashers, large fridge (2nd fridge on pool deck), Keurig, drip coffee maker, food processor, crockpot, blender - Electronic entry lock - Fresh sheets and towels provided - 15 large beach towels - Drip coffee and tea for the week - Automatic espresso maker - Reverse osmosis water cooler with hot water - 10x10 SunNinja beach shade - 10 backpack beach chairs - Beach cooler - Beachside fire pits with firewood - Gas patio heaters - 8 adult bikes, baby seats, 2 kids' bikes - ROKU Smart TVs in all bedrooms - Baby gear: Highchair, pack n play, baby gates - Beach/pool toys and games like LED bocce -
STOCKED FOR YOUR ARRIVAL Kitchen: Dish/dishwasher soap, sponges, napkins, paper towels, coffee, tea, spices, sugar, Splenda, cleaners, bags, wrap, foil Bathrooms: Soap, Q-tips, caps, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, hair dryers
- Dog friendly (max 2 dogs) - 8 vehicle max parking on improved surfaces only - Carport Access - Electric Car Charging Station + Adapters
ACTIVITIES
- Swimming at beach or pool - 30+ world-class golf courses within 30 mins - World-class tennis and pickleball - Watersports - boating, fishing, sailing, etc. - Biking trails - Sightseeing in Savannah, Beaufort, Charleston
Hilton Head Island short-term rental permit #071094
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Property # 69984vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Hilton Head Island
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South End, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. Shelter Cove Harbour and Palmetto Dunes Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coligny Beach and Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider The Sandbox, or check out an event or a game at Van Der Meer Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Does 8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 8 Wanderer: oceanfront, pool, spa pool?
As of 30 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 8 Wanderer: oceanfront, pool, spa pool on 28 Nov 2026 start from AU$12,109, 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 8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at 8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 8 Wanderer - Oceanfront Home off North Forest w/ pool & hot tub. Dog Friendly! located?
Nestled on the beach, this South End holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Van Der Meer Tennis Center, Coligny Beach and Coligny Plaza. Shipyard Beach and Coligny Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This property was perfect for our group of 4 adults, 3 teens, and 2 kids. The large pool was very nice. The balconies provided amazing views and great gathering spots. Added touches like the water dispenser, lots of beach towels and chairs, and 2 washer/dryers were much appreciated. The property manager and owner were great.
Absolutely a wonderful place to vacation. Marc and Paul, the owners/manager were wonderful. The view of the ocean and beach is fantastic. The pool was oversized and the kids were always wanting to swim.
On the beach plenty of room pool and hot tub were awesome.the only thing was all the jellyfish washed-up on the beach
Tim G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Thanks for staying with us Tim and for taking great care of the house. Spring and early summer, Hilton Head may see 'Cannon Ball' Jelly fish in the waters and washing up on our beaches. However, they don't sting! Taken from experience in my 29 years of swimming in our waters and having friends and loved ones throw them on me :)
We had a wonderful week on Hilton Head and this home was very comfortable, lots of amenities, and lots of space to spread out! Highly recommend the Low Country Boil by Paul! Paul and Owner have great recommendations for things to do and restaurants!
We brought our (6) adult children and our granddaughter (1) for a week’s stay. We had a great time. The house was and had everything we needed! Equipped to max!Marc and Paul were fantastic. They checked in several times to make sure things were perfect. We had a great experience! 8 Wanderer is a wonderful home away from home.
We couldn’t have been happier with our stay at 8 Wanderer. The layout of the home, amenities, and location were outstanding and made for a wonderful family vacation. Marc, Paul, and staff made sure we had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our time at the beach. We would not hesitate to rent from them again.
We had a great weeklong stay at 8 Wanderer. The hosts were very responsive and have thought of all the things! Inside, the beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well-stocked with utensils, cookware, and spices. The pool is spacious and very nice and there are plenty of chairs and toys/games for the beach. Overall, we had an excellent stay and would definitely come back in the future.
We had a great family vacation in this home. Almost everything you could need is provided. It was a great place for everyone to have their own space. The older kids enjoyed the pool table and everyone enjoyed the extra large pool. There were lots of pool toys and plenty of beach towels were provided. We would highly recommend this vacation home!
Jeff S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
Hi Jeff,
Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a nice review.
We're always looking for help in expanding our amenities, what would you like to see in our amenities package that wasn't already there?
We hope to see you and Tammy back in the future.
Warm regards
This is an awesome house and you cannot beat the pool deck! The owner and the manager were very responsive and have thought of everything that a typical family would need, including bikes and beach towels! The kitchen is well stocked with supplies and everything else you can imagine! All you need to provide is the food. Highly recommend!
This was a fantastic rental for our needs. The wide lot is unique to the area which allows for a much larger pool than all of our neighbors! The provided toys, bikes, and kitchenware was a fantastic perk. The hosts were accommodating and very attentive. Would highly recommend and is nice for two family's looking to stay together.
The very best thing about this lovely property is the view and location. It was cool (naturally) in January but the giant floor to ceiling windows and toasty heated pool brought the sea to us. Great restaurants and retail are all nearby but out of sight. We felt free to be outside for long walks and bike rides leaving winter virus worries behind. Property owner Marc was very attentive.
Elizabeth Kennedy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Elizabeth and Billy, It was a pleasure to host your visit. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and invite you to return, the next time you're planning a trip to the island.
Plenty of room for all 9 (our five adult children, son-in-law and granddaughter) of us! Beautiful view of the ocean from nearly every room- two refrigerator/freezers and washer/dryers just made it all run smoothly - loved the option of pool and beach- having bikes, beach chairs, beach towels provided was an added ease to moving into vacation mode. Truly everything I could have hoped our family vacation could be! Paul was just a phone call away if we had any questions or concerns- awesome hospitality- quickly became our home away from home☀️
We were repeat visitors to this home and I must say the second time was even better than the first. Marc and Paul treat their guests like family and everything gets taken care of immediately. A new toaster was requested and we had it within hours. The Low Country Boil was one of the highlights of the trip with my family. My new favorite perch in the house is off the upstairs master where I spent hours observing the dolphin and the birds. Hilton Head has so much to offer and 8 Wanderer Lane is the perfect home base. Thank you again for being such fabulous hosts.
The house was well equipped for babies and toddlers items needed! (2Pack-N-Plays, baby bathtub and 2 high chairs) There were several baby gates, but a few were broken. Lots of baby gates needed due to a lot of stairs in the house. The manager and the owner checked in on us and took great care for us to have a great week. Lots of bikes available and other useful amenities! It’s a great find!!
My husband had pretrip doubts about a beach front home in Hilton Head for our family of nine.
In his words… “Too expensive and I don’t play golf”. WOW, one step onto the back deck and he changed his mind. The view alone is fabulous and our entire group spent a full week
Swimming (pool and ocean), biking, exploring and reconnecting. We can’t wait to return !!
We really enjoyed our stay at 8 Wanderer and have booked to come back again! The weather was not perfect, but this spacious home, with its comfortable beds, and ocean views made up for this! As a large family with young adults and teenagers, there was plenty of space for everyone. We enjoyed the pool table, hot tub, fire pit, bikes, as well as the large family room and screened in porch. The property was extremely well stocked with all the necessities - many pots and pans/coffee makers/spices/garbage bags/cleaning wipes/paper towels/paper plates etc. etc. Marc and Paul made sure we knew they were available for anything, and popped by to check in person that we were settled. It was comforting to know that they were just a call/text away when we had any questions. The only possible thing that could be improved would be replacing a couple of well used items that are beginning to show their age. We had a wonderful, relaxing family vacation at this property and are looking forward to returning soon!
This home is perfect for either a large family or several couples
We had 8 Adults and 6 children(under4) for the week. The home’s bedrooms are separated so each room has privacy from the other bedrooms. The living area is large easily accommodating a large group. The kitchen is nice and having to full size refrigerators was perfect.
The home has windows galore all with a view of the ocean and outdoor pool. There is a screened porch. a wrap around the rear outdoor deck allows for the kids to play safely as it is 1 floor up from the pool deck. There is an upper deck off one of the master bedrooms which provides a great view above the dunes and the ocean. The beach is less than 50yds and just an easy walk over the dunes. The beach is not crowded as the house is not close to Coligny or the Shipyard beach access.
Dave Bauman
The owner and his manager are wonderful to work with and we’re available for any questions.
The house is 1.2 miles from Coligny’s shops and restaurants and 1.5 miles from the “Sandbox” children’s center and a great play park.
It is a perfect setting for a great week.
Overall, we had a great stay at this property. This was our first time renting oceanfront and it was the perfect choice for our family of 7-8 adults (could have added more as there was plenty of space). Beautiful views from lots of places in the house. The main balcony is spacious and well furnished with a gas grill, boiling pot, dining tables and chairs. The uppermost balcony (off one of the two master bedrooms) had a spectacular view and was perfect for morning coffee.
The pool was quite the luxury and made for a great place to relax and cool off when the beach got too hot in the mid-day. The pool deck area had 8 new lounge chairs that were very nice, and there were plenty of beach chairs and 8 bikes available for our use. The fire pit was well-situated for a relaxing evening campfire.
The kitchen is a bit small, and its one single entry point made it difficult for multiple people to enter and use. The house, and it’s furnishing is a bit dated, but in someways that made it an even more relaxing place to just hang out.
The property manager and owner were easy to access and communicate with should the need arise.
Couldn’t say better things about the location on Hilton Head. We’ve been to the Island many times and we usually stay in Sea Pines, which we love. This was our first time staying North of Coligny Circle. We were concerned it would feel too far removed from the places we loved, but the setting was so beautiful that we seldom felt the need to even leave the property.
Brett P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Hi Brett,
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a nice review. We work hard for that review and hope to host your family for years to come.
Warm regards,
Marc
Verified
8/10 Good
Linda W.
24 July 2018
beautiful deck with a beautiful view
The house was very nice and large enough to easily accommodate 14 of us. The decks gave a perfect view up high to overlook the pool and the ocean. All updated bathrooms, large kitchen, panoramic view from inside, game room with a second kitchen, close to Coligny. We did have issues with the dishwasher, which the owners knew about before we arrived and one of the dryers didn't dry towels after 2 hours of running. Other issues were that the amenities listed were not exactly correct, but Jesse and Marc did bring us a 10x10 beach canopy after we called about it. There is only 1 working toddler bike carrier, not 2, although there are plenty of sizes of bikes, including a tandem. So nice not to have to rent. My recommendation would be for an owner to live in his rental home for 1 week out of the year to realize what repairs need done and which things need replaced. I feel that would cut down on a lot of phone calls back and forth between renter and owner. We made several calls to Marc and Jesse which they responded to immediately, but I wish I hadn't had to for the amount of money being charged for renting. All in all, it was a great week, beautiful home, and accommodating owners. Would I rent the same home again? Possibly yes; now knowing what questions to ask in advance.
Linda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Hi Linda,
Thanks for taking the time to post a review. It was great to meet you and your family.
As we go into a new season our houses are 100% perfect as we have the luxury of the offseason to examine the houses in detail and make sure all is perfect.
When the season starts and we are hosting group after group the luxury of taking the time for an in depth inspection is not possible as we only have 6 hours to prepare the house for the next guest. We rely very heavily on our guests to bring any issues to our attention and our pledge is to respond quickly to correct. Our mission is to provide you the best vacation you can have and while apparently it was a good vacation, we'll just have to work harder to make sure it's the best.... should you decide to return.
Thanks for staying with us.
Marc and Jesse
This was our family’s first time visiting Hilton Head and we had an absolutely amazing stay at this property. The location can not be beat! Staying right on the beach was a dream. The views were gorgeous and spending hours relaxing on the screened in porch with views of the ocean was perfect. We definitely utilized all the house had to offer from the large living area to the pool table to the bikes. Paul went above and beyond, providing us with information about fishing spots and great restaurants as well as securing passes to fish in certain areas. If you have the opportunity we definitely recommend taking him up on his offer to prepare a low-country boil! It was such a fun and delicious experience. Marc, the owner of the property, checked in on us at the beginning of our stay to make sure we were comfortable and followed up on our last day as well. This trip was planned last minute since our normal vacation spot was not available and we were NOT disappointed. The trip was so successful that we are already considering our return visit next year!
This is our second annual girl's trip at this property and can't say enough great things about the hosts Marc and Paul and the house. Location is perfect, has something for everyone whether it's going to the beach (chairs provided btw....), lounging by or in the pool or just finding a quiet spot to read a book, this has it. We heated the pool this time around and it was worth every penny - was perfect temperature! Long list of amenities provided so you really don't have to worry about anything at all. Marc and Paul were fabulous hosts and were available for any and all things if needed.
We are looking forward to returning for our next trip!
~Carrie E
You cannot get much better than this house! It has everything you will need for a wonderful beach stay. The outdoor areas are exceptional and the ocean views are 💯. We will definitely be back!
After decades of vacationing on Florida's gulf coast, we chose Hilton Head Island for this year's family beach trip.So glad we did!
Arriving at the house which is located in a quiet residential area made us feel instantly relaxed. This beach front home is perfectly located to nearby shopping, restaurants and other amenities. The owner,Marc,has thought of everything to make one's stay more relaxing and enjoyable. He has carefully stocked necessities for the kitchen, baths and provided beach towels and beach set ups.We especially enjoyed the large adjustable pool side umbrella.
The house is spacious and comfortably accommodated our group of 6 adults and 5 young children. A screen porch and upper level balcony got a lot of use.
But what truly made this a great experience was the friendliness and attentiveness of Marc and his property manager, Paul.We arrived to find a bottle of wine, fresh baked goods and chocolates. Paul personally greeted us to help orient us to the property and answer any questions. Best of all we had Paul prepare us a low country boil that was both delicious and great fun.
Our family agreed hands down that this was our best beach vacation ever and all want to return to this same house-which we have booked for 2023 and 2024.
Thanks again Marc for sharing your beautiful home and being so welcoming. (Uncle!) Paul you were the best and we hope you'll do another cook out for us next year.
Joe and Toni C.