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Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach!

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A swimming pool with a deck, lounge chairs, and a barbecue grill.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stone backsplash, and a large island.
A residential house with a driveway, mailbox, and surrounding greenery.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in oven.
A covered patio with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kiawah Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Osprey Point Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Ocean Course
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Kiawah Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Resort Shop and Splash Zone Waterpark. James Island Arts and Cultural Center and Tidal Trails 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 cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Night Heron Park - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Ocean Course - 18 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nest Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach!?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach! on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$3,937, 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 Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kiawah Home with Private Salwater POOL & Short Walk to Beach! located?

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Kiawah Island Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course. Night Heron Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Easy walk to beach. Comfortable with plenty of room for 4 adults and 3 kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2025
Thank you for the ★★★★★ review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach visit

Beautiful property & great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you for the ★★★★★ review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Enjoyable stay. Would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for the ★★★★★ review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The pool, proximity to the beach, space of the kitchen and dinning area was ideal for children 5-9.

Very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Thank you for your positive feedback, Howard! We're glad to hear that you found our property's pool, proximity to the beach, and the spacious kitchen and dining area ideal for your group. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice house in a good location

Nice home, plenty of room, and a nice location for walks, easy bike path access and a short walk to beach. Slightly outdated and little repair issues but very comfortable. The property management was convenient as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
We're glad you enjoyed the spacious home and the short walk to the beach. We’d love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Army friends reunion

excellent property in a very secluded location. Very nice pool. close to all their 5 golf courses/restaurants. close to the beach with well defined walking paths.I'd come back to Kiawah and stay at the same house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2025
We're thrilled to hear you had a great stay and truly appreciate you choosing our property. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family beach house!!

We are regular annual visitors to Kiawah for our family beach vacations. This is one of our favorite homes by far. The pool is really nice to have when the grandkids have had too much sun and sand at the beach. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend

We stayed with our kids and friends and had plenty of room. House was nice and the neighborhood is gorgeous. Close walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Glad you enjoyed the stay Jeni!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical vacation

My kids and I had the most magical vacation on Kiawah Island. We had to pivot from our planned Florida vacation due to Milton and we feel like we couldn’t have picked a more incredible week. The house is beautiful and accommodated everyone. The surroundings are stunning and the beach access is perfect. 100 stars from our family!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024
Thank you, Amanda, for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you and your family had a great vacation on Kiawah Island. It sounds like the house and beach access helped make the experience truly special, despite the change in plans. We’re delighted that everything worked out so well, and we appreciate your kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Post wedding celebration

We spent a week at this lovely property. It could not have been better. Beautiful spacious home, well stocked kitchen, short bike ride to beach and the added bonus of a pool. Owner was very responsive. Thank you! We hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and spacious

This property was very clean and spacious on the inside. Deck furniture could use some new cushions, but we still enjoyed our time by the pool and the trees provided a beautiful setting. I made a mistake and forgot to request the pool to be heated, but the property managers were very accommodating and fixed it for us ASAP. We would happily return. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2021
Thank you for the 5-star review! We hope you come back again soon! Sincerely, Sweetgrass Properties
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very Relaxing Getaway

My family enjoyed this house for Fall Break. The location was fantastic. It was quiet and private. Easy bike ride to the beach. The kids enjoyed the pool all day :) The deck is definitely in need of some attention but it was comfortable and easily usable. This is truly the only negative I could offer and is something that could be easily addressed. The house was very clean and clearly prepared for our arrival. Communication with the management company and check in/out went very smoothly. The layout of the house was perfect for us. The master bedroom felt private and quiet. All of the furniture was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to grill out/cook daily. The rooms were spacious. All in all, we enjoyed our stay here very much and would consider returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024
Thank you, Emily, for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that your family had a relaxing Fall Break and enjoyed the quiet, private location and easy access to the beach. It’s great to know the home was clean, well-prepared, and suited your needs with its spacious layout and comfortable furniture. We also appreciate your kind words about our communication and check-in process. Thank you for staying with us, and we’re glad to have been a part of your getaway!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house space was what we needed and worked out well for our family . We did have a leaking sink at around the bottom in the bathroom off the kitchen. Also a drain pipe came loose under the kitchen sink with water all over the kitchen floor. I did call maintenance and they did fix both issues. My big disappointment was how the front and pool are are not very well taken care of. The front has dead branches and piles of leaves by the front steps and along driveway. Front bushes and grass need to be cut. The pool was not cleaned with a thin layer of leaves on the bottom. I did call and they came out on Wednesday the pool guy said the pool cleaning on Saturday was skip he did not know why. The pool deck I had to sweep off do as not to drag leaves in the house. The pool was the biggest reason we rented the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Disappointing Experience

Booked this property for a wedding on the island asking the pool be turned on the morning of our arrival, a Thursday. When we checked in at 4 pm., the water in the pool water was quite cold but figured we needed to give it time and headed out for dinner. Contacted the management company Friday morning as the pool was still not heating up and told them the water coming from the jets was cold. They said the heater is turned on remotely via an app and they would check with whoever manages that. A bit later they contacted us to say that they confirmed it was turned on, that it takes a while to heat up, that it was not a hot tub and the water temp would would only be 10-15 degrees warmer than the air temp. It was much cooler than the air temp so no swimming Friday. Saturday morning the pool still was not heating up and we again contacted them. Shortly thereafter, the pool heater turned on - we could hear a motor running under the deck and coincidentally, within five minutes a man came up onto the deck to clean the pool. The water coming from the jets was now warm and warm air was coming up through the deck as the heater exhaust must be under where you sit. However it was now 11 a.m. Saturday and the pool was JUST turned on. We knew from the management’s previous comments it takes a while to heat up. As we had to leave for the wedding at 3:30 p.m. and check out by 10 a.m. the next morning, we contacted the management company requesting they turn the heater off as it was not going to be any use to us now. We asked that they refund the $450 we paid in advance for this service. They said they needed to reach out to the management company about this - I thought they were the management company! No further communication from anyone, and we have had to initiate a dispute on our credit card to get resolve this. Very disappointing as the pool was supposed to be part of the stay. Also the house does have a mildew odor. We opened some windows to air it out which helped but had to be closed up in the evening because of the mosquitoes. As another reviewer pointed out, the property is a bit tired which we find typical of rentals but can overlook that if everything else is a good experience. And in this case it wasn’t. Don’t rent this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Hi Ned - I'm very sorry to read this. :( We do believe there is some confusion around the situation. We did speak with you during your stay regarding the pool heat. Although it was up and running well during your entire stay. The homeowner has an app where they are able to control it and read the temperatures. From our records the pool was anywhere from 86-88 degrees during the three days you were at the home. When you called we explained this as well - and even sent a pool tech a couple of times just to double check all was working and that our reading was correct, which they assured us it was! As a gesture of goodwill we did refund the pool heat fee since you were unhappy, so we were sad to see that the charge was disputed even after the refund. I'm sorry for any confusion and that you had a negative experience. We wish you the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for family fun

Nice house - needs spa
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review. We hope you come back and stay with us again soon! Sincerely, Sweetgrass Properties
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Tired, Tiny Property with Moldy Smell

We were so excited to spend a week with our older parents and kids in Kiawah. This is our 12th year renting in Kiawah and our 4th year with Sweetgrass. We are very adept at reading and interpreting online listings. The property does not at all reflect the listing- first, the place is is moldy. It has an awful mold smell when you walk in and my husband and I immediately had allergies to the mold- my first time ever, with watery eyes and trouble breathing. It is also very small- essentially a shotgun house with a bedroom upstairs. Perhaps one nuclear family can use the house but if it is 2 families you would literally be on top of each other as the living room is next to all the downstairs bedrooms (so no TV at night if kids are sleeping). The description of the house is inaccurate as to the upkeep of the house- all but one of the bathrooms were not "renovated", with mold in the bathrooms and old modular fittings and the furniture in the house is all worn, nicked in places along with the paint in the house. The kitchen is newer but is also pretty run down when you get close to it. The outside pool area is very nice and it is in a good location for Kiawah with easy access to the beach We immediately contacted Sweetgrass. The property manager insisted that the house reflected the listing and made no accommodations. Our only choice was to try to relist the house and he would comp us some money back. Due to the fact that I could not breathe in the house, we were forced to move out the next day and lost all of the money we had spent renting the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2021
We are sorry to hear that you felt the property was not up your standards. We feel that the description of the layout and condition of the property matches what is offered and describes what the vacation home has in regards to amenities as well as limitations. However, after speaking with both the owner and the property manager, it is to their understanding that there was, and still is, no sign of mold inside the house whatsoever. They believe your comments discussing this are inaccurate since they have cleaned and inspected the property several times (before and after your stay) and have not found any trace of mold. We are obviously taking this matter very seriously, since mold is a huge health concern for guests. However, as many travelers have stayed prior to your visit, we have not received any other complaints about any sightings of mold or any other health related symptoms that may have occurred. Nonetheless, we do apologize that you did not get the vacation that you deserved. We did want the chance though to discuss our side of this instance so there is not any confusion with future guests involving this. We would love to discuss this problem further if that is something that interests you. We feel that we may be able to resolve matters in a conversation about this rather than on the property's review page. Sincerely, Sweetgrass Properties
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location and Setting is 6 Stars

As other reviewers noted-- property is very clean and kitchen is well stocked. We loved that the house is set on a small cul-de-sac, off of another dead-end road that meets Bufflewood Dr. It's a short .4 mile on quiet roads/Flyway Greenway. VERY safe for kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Fine

The house is just fine- it’s not a luxury home by any means. That being said, it was very clean and everything worked. The pool was nice. The deck furniture was very uncomfortable- no cushions provided. There is a big box on pool deck which is where we thought the cushions were but it’s full of junky pool toys. The neighborhood is very nice but it’s a bit of a hike to the beach. The property manager was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded our expectations

The home was in great shape, very clean and very well stocked. Our kids loved the pool (so glad we had it heated at this time of year); the access to the beach was very easy on foot or bikes. We would highly recommend staying at this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Getaway

Great location, beautiful updated home - just as pictured! Our group spanned from ages 11 to 79, and everyone had a great time. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking at home, but the local restaurants are so great that we only did that twice during our visit. Beautiful pool, and just a short walk or bike ride to the beach (which was virtually empty - nice open spaces to spread out!) We had a minor issue come up and the homeowner responded immediately and resolved it that day. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely Returning

Beautiful property, very clean and great condition. Well stocked kitchen. The pool was fantastic. Great quiet location. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Family vacation

We had a great time on the deck and using the pool. Good location for easy beach access.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Kiawah Home

We loved this Kiawah home away from home. The house is beautiful, spacious and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to feel at home. The beds were comfy. Everyone loved the pool! Can’t say enough good things about this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family vacation

Another wonderful house on Kiawah Island. The pool was the best addition for the kids. Great way to cool off and kids spent many hours swimming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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