Accommodating 10 guests, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It offers golf course views and has a balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Adventure seekers can explore swimming, motorboating, and surfing nearby, while Osprey Point Golf Course and Kiawah Island Beach provide additional attractions.
Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Kiawah Island, SC
Osprey Point Golf Course
Place, Osprey Point Golf Course
5 min drive
Kiawah Island Beach
Place, Kiawah Island Beach
6 min drive
The Ocean Course
Place, The Ocean Course
15 min drive
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
65 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals
RBL21-000255 In accordance with the Town of Kiawah Island Short Term Rental Ordinance, all guests understand that the approved number of bedrooms is 4, the maximum allowed occupancy is 10, and the maximum allowed number of vehicles is 5.
This lovely Kiawah Island vacation rental features four bedrooms, a private pool, and gorgeous Osprey Point Golf Course views. The home is about a 10-minute bike ride to the beach.
When you enter the home, you will immediately notice the abundance of natural light and coffered ceilings in the main living area. The living area offers plenty of stylish yet comfortable seating, a wall-mounted TV (with Apple TV), and access to the pool deck. Enjoy preparing your vacation meals in the kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, a large island with barstool seating, and a butler’s pantry area with a second sink. The open dining area offers seating for six and looks out to the pool deck.
The first primary suite, located downstairs, is a peaceful retreat and features a king-sized bed, TV, and access to the pool deck. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower and a double sink vanity. Upstairs, you will find the remaining three bedrooms. The secondary suite has a king-sized bed, TV, balcony, and spacious private bathroom with a walk-in shower, soaking tub, and double sink vanity. The second bedroom also has a king-sized bed, TV, and balcony, and has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The third upstairs bedroom has a full bed, twin bed, and twin trundle. This bedroom has a private bathroom with a shower/tub combo.
The generous back deck overlooks the 4th fairway of Osprey Point Golf Course and features the gorgeous pool, which can be heated, and an abundance of comfortable seating. Guests can enjoy the sunshine on the uncovered portion of the pool deck or relax under the covered area.
The home is equipped with washer, dryer, and high-speed wireless internet. TV services are logged in by the guest with their own accounts. A ping pong table, located in basement garage area, is available for guest use.
Please note that this property has an exterior security camera that views the home's front entrance. This camera serves to protect both the property owner and rental guests.
The dimensions of the pool are roughly 18' x 13'. The pool has a gas heater, so the pool may be heated in cooler months for an additional fee of $75 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 $300. 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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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. The Resort Shop and Splash Zone Waterpark are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Freshfields Village and Center Street. James Island Arts and Cultural Center and Tidal Trails are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
The Nest Market - 20 min drive
Jasmine Porch - 18 min drive
The Ocean Room - 18 min drive
The Lobby Bar - 18 min drive
The Salty Dog Cafe - 30 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 343 Governors Drive 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 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals?
As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals on 19 Sept 2027 start from AU$5,620, 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 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 343 Governors Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals located?
Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kiawah Island Beach, Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course. Night Heron Park and The Ocean Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our family had an amazing time staying at this property! We had everything we needed! Kids had an awesome time in the pool! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
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.
Beautiful property, very clean. We had a super relaxing time there. The furnishings were stylish. Could have done with more sun loungers as we were 4 adults and there were only two beds for us. I appreciate the deck is relatively small so maybe two is the maximum you can fit in, but we would have h
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2025
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.
Beautiful spacious home in an ideal location on the island. Especially enjoyed relaxing by the pool built on the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 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.
Beautiful house perfect for a family vacation. House was clean, modern and spacious with great living space. Pool was wonderful. I highly recommend,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
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.
Great house, our family really enjoyed our stay. New, modern home-- very nice and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 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 to opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
We took a couples trip to Kiawah for a long weekend and this property was the perfect home base. The house is beautiful and in a great location. Perfect for family or friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 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 to opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
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.
We’ve stayed in many homes on the island over the last decade or so and found this one perfect for our family’s needs. Great pool and outside room. Well appointed kitchen. Love the layout and added bikes! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 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.
Nearly everything about this home is perfect. We had another wonderful stay on Kiawah and loved being able to relax with friends and family in this beautifully appointed home. Communication with the property management team was wonderful, and we will definitely stay here again. Our only suggestion for this home would be to invest in additional bake ware as we enjoy cooking together as a group. Overall, thank you for providing us with a wonderful location in which to create fond memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback of the property. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Your notes and suggestions have been passed to our team to address as needed. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nader R.
1 June 2021
Perfect Getaway
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 property that makes for a great vacation. Would definitely come back.
Everything was great. Accommodations were perfect. Had trouble with the key to lock the front door but that wasn’t a big deal at all. Overall very happy with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 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.
The property was in great shape. We truly enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped with items that I did not expect. They provided shampoo and bath soaps and laundry, and dish soaps. There was a good stock of trash bags and paper products too. We used the pool a lot and the depth of the pool did not exceed 6 foot which was great for younger kids. The appliances were a little tricky to use but once we figured them out, they were fine. A couple of suggestions: pillow cases in the house for extra pillows, luggage racks, dressers in the rooms and more towels would be nice. The kitchen could use a couple more serving dishes too. There really are no complaints about this property. It was very accommodating for our group of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 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 have shared your review with our team and truly appreciate your comments, as they help ensure the home offers great accommodation for all of our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for your next trip to Kiawah.
Lots of thought went into this place to make it comfortable for guests. The kids enjoyed the games they found in the cupboard. We had brought our own spices and oil along for cooking, but also found some of that in the kitchen for use. We opted to pay extra for the pool heat as we anticipated the water would be cold. It was one of the main reasons we chose this location because we liked that there was a pool, it was heated and it was close to house. When we checked in that day, the pool water was very cold. After speaking to the property manager we learned the heat did not get turned on. Once it was, it took only a few hours before the water was heated. Kids really enjoyed the pool. We also liked that the pool was close by so we could watch the kids while we prepared our meals. Great walking paths to all around the island. I recommend renting bikes if you’re planning on spending more time on the island. This is something we would have done if we had a different itinerary that week. Some things that we experienced that I do not think would impact anyone else’s trip Regarding the communications with Property manager. Although communication had a quick turnaround it wasn’t always thoughtful or considerate. We didn’t have the pool heated from Saturday through Monday afternoon even though we had already paid a daily fee for it. Once the technician came out on Monday to fix the pool, it was heat with in a couple hours. I wish the mgmt team would have been a bit more proactive when we first alerted them of the pool water being cold. When I followed up with team after the fix to confirm we were good to go, They just said great to hear it’s working. They took no action for the inconvenience or any action in providing a refund for the days the heat was off. I had to spend time again and ask for a refund. We were swiftly granted 2 day refund. As I said the house itself was very proactive and considerate in thinking about the guests needs. It would have been nice if this consideration was extended through the full experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback of the home and out service. Guest comments and feedback help us learn and improve our services and techniques for all of our homes so that we may better serve our guests. We are happy everything was able to be worked out and will certainly use this as an example to improve our proactiveness in the future.
The house is beautiful, but a couple of glitches due to what we believe is new construction. The thermostats seem to be reversed - first floor controls upstairs, upstairs controls first floor. Really weird and caused us to either be freezing or sweltering until we figured it out. Mirrors in upstairs large bathroom do not work, resulting in very little light in the bathroom making it hard to put on makeup, etc.
Other than those little bugs, the property was lovely and in an amazing location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased to see from our records that our team was able to come out and assist you and provide further instruction on the thermostats during your stay. Regrettably the lighted mirror does not currently work, but all overhead and usual lighting in the bathroom is functioning properly. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the home otherwise!
We had a wonderful time staying in the home. Beautiful home, great appliances. Overall great experience
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David C.
17 Dec 2021
Marathon
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:
Very nice house. Excellent flow of people. Well equipped with great appliances. A little noisy with VERY early golf course mowing. Good location for marathon watching!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Diane F.
11 Dec 2021
Great Stay
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:
Very nicely appointed new home with a great location. Fully equipped with everything that you need. Akers Ellis was very responsive to a few issues and worked around our schedules to resolve them. Felt very much at home with the CH - Ral touches!
Friends and I rented this magnificent home for a golf weekend. The home is beautiful, well-located to all of the courses, with plenty of space for everyone. It truly enhanced our weekend and would highly recommend this incredible home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Terri S.
12 Sept 2021
Fantastic 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:
Beautiful property, very well maintained. And very well managed.