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St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach

Family-friendly cottage in Harbor Island with a fitness centre

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Saint Helena Island Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,500 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Outdoor Space
Community Pool
Living Room
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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St. Helena Island, SC
  • Place, Hunting Island
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunting Island Lighthouse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fripp Island Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪98 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach

Enjoy Harbor Island's serene setting when you stay at this 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental cottage on St Helena Island. Spend your days relaxing by the community pool, lounging on the beach, fishing off the pier, teeing off at a nearby course, or venture into town to explore the local shops, top attractions, and delicious restaurants. Finish your day on the private, furnished deck sipping cocktails and enjoying a family BBQ with scenic marsh and water views as your backdrop.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Marsh & Water Views | Outdoor Entertainment Space | Community Perks

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: 2 outdoor pools (unheated, open March-Oct), toddler pool, fitness center, basketball court, recreation center, green space, nature trails, bird watching, fishing, pickle ball, tennis courts, pitch and putt course, playground, dog park, wildflower garden, 7 beach access points, fishing, rotating daily food truck
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck w/ rocking chairs & umbrellas, gas grill
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ cable, fireplace, dining table, laptop-friendly workspace
KITCHEN: Granite countertops, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster oven, knife set, dishware/flatware, breakfast bar w/ seating, craft ice maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi (300 Mbps), washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, A/C & heating, complimentary toiletries, ceiling fans
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-arrival), neighboring construction
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, exterior staircase required to enter
PARKING (w/ additional pre-arrival fee): Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ISLAND ATTRACTIONS: Harbor Island Beach & Racquet Club (0.2 miles), Hunting Island Lighthouse (4.0 miles), Fort Fremont (15.4 miles), Historic Downtown Beaufort (15.7 miles), Parris Island Museum (23.3 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Harbor Island Beach Access (on-site), Hunting Island State Park (2.8 miles), Hunting Island Beach (4.1 miles), Fripp Island Excursions (8.3 miles), Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park (15.7 miles), Pigeon Point Park (16.6 miles), Cypress Wetlands (17.7 miles)
TEE TIME: Ocean Point Golf Links (7.6 miles), Ocean Creek Golf Course (8.2 miles), The Legends Golf Course (25.2 miles)
LOCAL SEAFOOD: Shrimp Shack (3.2 miles), Foolish Frog (9.4 miles), Lady's Island Dockside (14.5 miles), Plums (15.8 miles), Fishcamp on 11th Street (18.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (61.4 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story cottage requires using an exterior staircase to enter
- NOTE: Harbor Island Owners Association requires a gate pass to gain access to the private island. Gate passes are non-refundable. Vehicle gate pass fees are per vehicle, set by the Island, and are subject to change. The current cost is $25 for the first day and an additional $10 for each subsequent day. After rental confirmation, the homeowners will reach out to you for parking payment which is collected separately
- NOTE: The community pools are unheated and are available for guest use during March-October only
- NOTE: There may be construction at the neighbor's house. Guests may see or hear construction equipment

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Harbor Island

Located in Harbor Island, this cottage is near the beach. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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St. Helena Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Hunting Island - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hunting Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Fripp Island Beach - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Bay Street - 31 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 41 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bonitos Boathouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Point Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Johnson Creek Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Shack - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is St Helena Island Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Beach located?

This family-friendly Harbor Island cottage is located by the sea, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Butchers Island, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hunting Island and Hunting Island Lighthouse. Fripp Island Beach and Horse Island are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawson R.

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

Loved it!

The house was beautiful and spacious! Loved the interior design while still being minimal (which is good when the kids want to get into everything). Location is phenomenal and host was responsive. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

jan

Short stay

Overall just wonderful. Low tide lots of beach to play. High tide still a walk to swim but enjoyable. Johnson bar and seaside great food. House is well stocked. Be careful parking.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Family vacation

Everything was good. Great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

The perfect retreat

Our host was quickly responsive; we had everything we could have ever needed; plenty of activities to keep everyone busy and the views were breath taking. We will surely return to this spacious and welcoming home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

MEGAN

OK

Our first time staying here was magical - this time was disappointing. Wasn't as clean as we remembered & AC remained at 76-78 until dark. It was fine for what we were using it for (quick getaway, beach is close, pool down the street) but would probably not come back.
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Perfectly Private Getaway Spot!

My husband and I started a new tradition this year and instead of gifts, we splurged and spent ten days on Harbor Island with the cottage retreat as our home base. BEST DECISION EVER! The home is decorated beautifully and there are views from the main living room and two of the three bedrooms that capture the ocean and expansive marsh. The home is very private, you can enjoy the back deck without hearing or seeing any neighbors. The kitchen is very well appointed with high-quality cookware and appliances. We made Christmas dinner and I had every tool I could have needed! The golf cart is a fun perk and we enjoyed riding around the island looking for the best place to watch the sunset and the lovely Christmas decorations. The dog-friendly feature was especially great for us and they provide dog blankets to protect the furniture which was helpful as well. Honestly one of the best places we’ve stayed in the Sea Islands and we will be back!
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8/10 Good

Mark

Great cottage, disappointing beach

The cottage itself was great - cute decor, clean, well stocked kitchen, comfy beds. Owners/managers quick to respond and easy to work with. All the extras - bottle of wine in the fridge, beach supplies, golf cart, state park pass - much appreciated. The beach, however, was disappointing. We expected the extreme tides and lack of surf, but that was no problem. What was the problem was the TONS of jellyfish. (Not any better jellyfish-wise at the State Park beach.) It made just walking on the beach unpleasant, let alone putting your toes in the surf. Our young adult daughter also had an encounter with two alligators on the beach, one of which was hissing aggressively. We expected gators in the marsh and saw several, but not so much on the beach itself.That said, we opted to spend our lounging time at the pool - which was big, clean and well landscaped with lots of chairs - so it turned out ok in the end. The low country is always full of surprises and overall we loved the cottage and had a great vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very nice. Everything you would need and then some was included. We enjoyed our short trip very much. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kara

Could be improved

First of all, any stay on Harbor Island will automatically be a great location. We were pleased with the communication prior to our trip, notifying us of construction next door and answering questions we had. Having an included golf cart with the rental is a major plus. The layout of the home is nice, and there's plenty of space for guests - both human and pet alike. The home itself appears to be older and needs noticeable updates. The guest bathtub did not drain well and the toilet paper holder was broken. There was also noticeable mold on the shower curtain. The overall cleanliness of the home was not great. An odor of (maybe) cigarette smoke/dirty pets permeated the home and did not go away over time. Lots of pet hair left over from previous guests, as well. The living room TV had noticeable smears all over the screen. There appeared to be boogers smeared on a doorframe between a bedroom and bathroom. When we were stripping the sheets off of the bed in the primary bedroom, there was noticeable dirt and pine needles underneath on the mattress. So no, we were not happy with the apparent lack of cleaning. Our stay overall was fine, but we would not book again.
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8/10 Good

Megan

Mostly Fine

Some cosmetic work needed. Mostly fine. Good for short pet friendly stay.

8/10 Good

jan s.

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

MINI VACA

OVERALL WAS WONDERFUL. KITCHEN WELL FURNISHED. BEACH WONDERFUL.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

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

Awesome Stay

The views were fantastic. The accommodations were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Nice getaway

Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Wonderful Harbor Island

We had a great trip to Harbor Island SC. Our vacation trip planned via Evolve was great, easy to work with and appropriately presented as to what we received. The staff worked with us very easily and friendly. Tammy W. KY

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Woolley Family Vacation 2024

Wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carri R.

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

Sisters weekend

Great trip on a long weekend. Super relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Wonderful home!

This is the second time I’ve stayed at this home, love it! The location is perfect, home is so cute and tastefully decorated! Very well stocked. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Perfect Getaway

The house was perfect and we loved the layout! The views of the marsh were stunning, and we enjoyed sitting on the deck daily. Having the golf cart was a plus, as we used it to haul our gear to the beach. Loved that it was pet friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley C.

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

Great place at Harbor

This beach cottage is clean and has all the amenities a family would need at the beach. An added bonus was it being pet friendly. We have gone to Harbor for years and this was one of our favorite stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Relaxing space

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We had everything we needed to relax, and it was big enough for the family. Beach access was close, and other amenities were available to do also. We did sunset strolls on the beach or golf cart rides every night. Saw dolphins, gators and a snake. Thanks again for your space in low country.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Donna W.

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

Beautiful Marsh View

The view from the back deck is breathtaking. We had a couple issues but the owner is wonderful to work with. The refrigerator is super fancy but we prefer one that produces more ice. We bought ice trays and left them there. This house has a ton of storage space which is great. They have blankets to cover the furniture and bed but I don’t think people use them like they should. It is nice to have the golf cart for taking rides and going to the beach. Please pick up after your dog if you bring them because it make those of us that do look bad.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert V.

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

Beach Vacation

Pros: comfortable bed Nice kitchen ( very well equipped) Large dining area Hot shower water Plenty of parking space Nice golf cart to use Neighborhood is quite and secure Lovely property outside Cons: The house looked like it had not been cleaned. If it had it was a bad job of it. There was dust on everything There was dust and pet hair ball the size of baseballs under some of the furniture and easy to spot The front door had spiderwebs and dead insects all around i The furniture was nice but dated Some written instructions on how to adjust the thermostat would have been help. We are senior citizens and not up on the latest electronics. We did find out by trial and error. Over two days. All in all we would stay there again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb R., Mill Spring, NC

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

Serene and clean

We enjoyed our stay at this property. It was beautifully clean, well appointed and met our expectations. The hosts were professional and easy to communicate with. The efforts to account two dogs were great.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Beautiful, nature filled stay

We loved the location. Right over the marsh and short walk to secluded part of the beach. Bonus to have the golf cart and free pass to the State Park on Hunting Island. Kitchen was well equipped and plenty of beach chairs / towels. Could easily spend a week here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard Depetrillo

Great getaway

This was our 2nd annual family vacation to Harbor island! The house offered all we needed and was up to date! It was a pleasure throughout the whole experience! Thank you!

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