RBL19-006917 In accordance with the Town of Kiawah Island Short Term Rental Ordinance, all guests understand that the approved number of bedrooms is 6, the maximum allowed occupancy is 14, and the maximum allowed number of vehicles is 7.
Enjoy the quintessential Kiawah Island experience in this magnificent 6,000 square foot home with breathtaking views of the Kiawah River and tidal marshes from every room. Located at the easterly tip of exclusive Rhett’s Bluff, and surrounded by water on three sides, this 6 bedroom/6.5 bath retreat offers privacy, security, and exclusivity unique even to Kiawah. Features that allow guests the optimum connection with the home’s natural surroundings include an outdoor swimming pool, a deck and spa, a large screen porch with additional dining accommodations, and a dock.
The property, named “Moon River” by its owners for the spectacular moonlit evening views over the river and marshes, features an open and spacious floor plan with high ceilings, elevator access at every level, a family room, sitting room and library, and a beautifully appointed kitchen with granite countertops, built-in refrigeration, ice machine, two dishwashers, a six-burner professional stove and separate butler’s pantry. Every bedroom features a private bath and flat-screen television. The large master bedroom on the second floor boasts an expansive balcony and panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Due to the complete privacy of the setting, the master bedroom windows remain untouched by a shade or curtain. The third-floor king bedroom suite includes a separate sauna off the full bathroom.
This serene home is perfect for large families on vacation, adult get-togethers, or executive golf or strategic retreats, and offers close proximity to all Kiawah amenities, as well as ample parking in and out of the garage. Beach access is a short bicycle ride to the path adjacent to the Sanctuary Hotel. Entertain your family, friends, and colleagues in a truly world-class setting.
The home is equipped with washer, dryer, and high-speed wireless internet.
The dimensions of the pool are about 12' x 34'. The pool has a gas heater, so the pool and spa may be heated in cooler months for an additional fee of $100 per day for the entire stay. It can take 24-48 hours for the pool water to reach the optimal temperature of 85-87 degrees. When the air temperature falls below 55 degrees, typically November-March, pool heaters have difficulty achieving the optimal temperature. In this case, pool heating will not be available. Contact us directly to add pool heating to your reservation.
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 $400. You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, 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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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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. Battery Number 5 Marker and McLeod Plantation Historic Site are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Freshfields Village and Center Street. The Resort Shop and Tidal Trails 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.
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
Linnette’s - 30 min drive
Fischer's Sports Pub & Grill - 17 min drive
Jasmine Porch - 5 min drive
FortyEight - Wine Bar & Kitchen - 16 min drive
The Salty Dog Cafe - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals on 20 May 2026 start from AU$1,799, 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 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 7 Rhetts Bluff Road by Akers Ellis Rentals located?
Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron Park. Kiawah Island Beach and Osprey Point Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very nice; clean; kitchen well stocked Kiawah Island is a great place.
Brenda C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary Jo J.
10 Oct 2021
Wonderful home!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
This house and its surroundings are spectacular!
The house met all our needs. Had a total of 5 adults 3 of which were my customers. The set up of the back deck was great with the pool and spa. Played 3 days of golf and the spa was great for the 60 and older. Kitchen worked out great as we ate most of our meals there. Very nice accommodations.
Steve C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback of the property. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
This is a beautiful house with a stunning view of the river in a picturesque neighborhood! The house accommodated our family who range in age from 3 years old to 90. We were all incredibly comfortable during our stay and were all in absolute agreement that we would book this property with this great management team again in a heartbeat.
Great property. Beautiful pool, quiet, great views. King beds were great. Queen beds not as comfy.
John A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Michael J.
6 Sept 2021
Perfect location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Overall wonderful location in a large house with lots of amenities. The only disappointments were the grill and oven were not good quality given the quality of the house. The spa did not work at all though we did not feel the need to pay for it to be heated. The other oddity was there were multiple entrance doors that could not be locked so there was a sense of insecurity with little kids in the house.
Michael J.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We are sorry to hear of any issues experienced during your stay, as it does not appear we were previously made aware of them. I am pleased to say that we have not received other complaints regarding the quality of the grill and oven in the home throughout this long, busy season, so we can only assume this is personal preference. In regards to the spa mentioned - unfortunately, the spa features can only function if the heat is turned on. I did pass your comments to our team to inspect the doors mentioned in the home. They did find each of them to lock properly. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay despite these issues.
We loved our stay here and are so glad that we chose it! It's even better than the pictures! The beautiful, peaceful marsh views are incredible from almost every window -- but especially from the second-floor master bedroom. The rooms are large and comfortable, and the kitchen is very well-appointed. Plenty of great gathering spaces, too. (Our group especially enjoyed playing games at the extra large dining table and cocktail hour on the porch.) This is an excellent place to create great memories! Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Lisa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bill A.
3 Aug 2021
Best Place to Stay on Kiawah
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
We very much appreciated this quiet/peaceful/secluded home. Easy walk or short drive to the Sanctuary, where we accessed the beach. Pool was used by the kids and all, every night after dinner. We enjoyed the entire house and found all that's necessary to live comfortably. House is perfect for large family gathering.
Bill A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deborah G.
13 July 2021
Kiawah Experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Great spot. I love Kiawah, have been coming for years. It is always so great. I go out in the early morning to see the birds and alligators. Great time.
Deborah G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jim D.
30 June 2021
Excellent rental
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Terrific. From the views to the pool to the hot tub, to the location, a great experience. Extra kudos to Jim who let us in a little early and was polite and generous.
Jim D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julia I.
31 May 2021
Peaceful, private, paradise!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Such a beautiful home in a perfect, private location! Between the pool, hot tub, dock, wonderful porches and decks....we never wanted to leave! We enjoyed fishing and crabbing from the dock...we even saw dolphins and sharks! The home was immaculately decorated in an elegant low country style. The kitchen had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend this vacation home and hope we get a chance to go back!
Julia I.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John R.
31 May 2021
Kiawah trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great time, as usual. Always book a house for my family on the beach. But I always wanted to stay on the marsh side one time. It was completely different and enjoyable.
John R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jim L. L.
17 Oct 2020
Great October Family gathering
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had another great stay on Kiawah. Celebrated my birthday with my kids and grandkids. Weather was beautiful. The location of the house is unbelievable, with water on 2 sides. Loved the view from the 2nd floor master bedroom. My wife says that this was out best trip ever to Kiawah.
Beautiful house with wonderful views! We had 9 people and never felt crowded. Plenty of space for everyone to do their own thing. Crabbed off the dock and enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Great location on Kiawah.
We have visited Kiawah many times over the years and this home and location on the river side is by far the best! Waking up to see the sun rise and then watching it set all from the master bedroom balcony was an amazing experience. From the thoughtfully laid out kitchen and main level, to the pool, the dock to the river, the front porch, every aspect of this home created a wonderful vacation experience for our whole family ages 77 down to 1. Situated in the middle of the island, we were able to easily bike to the beach, the Sanctuary, the tennis courts and all the way out to the Ocean Course clubhouse. The property manager was very responsive to any question or concern. We will never forget this very enjoyable experience on Kiawah! Thank you for sharing this lovely home with our family!
Dustin D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DEREK R.
4 July 2020
Great Time in Kiawah
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Family vacation for a group of 11. Fantastic house where every bedroom has its own bathroom and plenty of space. Upon arrival, the home was even better than the photos suggest. Large property with beautiful views and plenty of privacy (inside and out).
DEREK R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Catherine F.
6 June 2020
A perfect family vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
This home is beautiful and the perfect location for a large family vacation. We loved the sweeping marsh views, the private pool and the large screened porch. The kitchen was well-equipped and gorgeous - we loved have the second fridge, second dishwasher and ice maker too. The layout of the house was wonderful - plenty of space for our large group. The huge dining table made for fun family dinners. The elevator was perfect for my 99yo grandmother. We would love to stay here again! Akers Ellis was very professional and made the whole process super easy!
Catherine F.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Holly H.
5 Oct 2019
Very Nice Property but Needs A lot of Work
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very 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:
Moon River is a great property. The architectural design was great for a beach house, The house is beautifully sited to capture views of the Kiawah River, and the original construction was high quality. Unfortunately, the property needs a lot of attention. The screens need to be replaced on the porch, the porch deck and home exterior need to be power washed, the screen doors are warped and don’t close properly. The house needs to be painted inside and out and all of the windows need cleaning although the wi does facing the porch were cleaned while we were there.the seals have broken on a couple of windows. We maintain our home and to go on vacation in a house that is neglected was disappointing. I would not return to this property for that reason but for people who don’t care about those things, the house is very nice. Rooms are nice size, all the bathrooms are large. One additional point: if you want guests to use the shower in the garage to wash off from the beach, you should provide the garage code.
Holly H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deborah G.
10 Aug 2019
Kiawah Island Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Kiawah is always great. Great house and location. had a fabulous time.
Deborah G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
27 July 2019
fifteen happy people
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
a perfect six nights and days
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 July 2019
Perfect Week on Kiawah Island
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
From the time we began our inquiries, to the booking process, to the seamless checkin experience, and the app provided to us to use before, during and after our stay, Akers Ellis Rentals was very responsive, accommodating, and professional. The home was gorgeous and well appointed. We will definitely rent through Akers Ellis Rentals when we return to Kiawah.
Will definitely vacation here again in the future. The pool and hot tub were great, amazing views from the deck and every window in the house. The home has been taken care of really well which is hard to find in a rental. The elevator was a great bonus!
Ryan B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John T.
28 Apr 2019
Great Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Excellent. Great house, great location. Check-in and check-out were easy, management was responsive to questions.
John T.
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