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Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street

Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street

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New Floor to ceiling windows for you to watch the wildlife on the lake.
Windows in the dining area to watch the wildlife as you dine.
Coastal comfort at the Surf Shack
So many deer to see, especially in the Deer Lake neighborhood
The Lake has an aerator that comes on a few times a day.  Fun to watch!

Overview of Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Enjoy the area

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Fripp Island, SC
  • Popular LocationOcean Point Golf Course2 min drive
  • Popular LocationHunting Island Lighthouse6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island38 min drive
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)111 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street

Surf Shack is a unique beach house located on Fripp Island and is in the private neighborhood of Deer Lake.

The Surf Shack is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house that sleeps 6 in new beds.

Decorated with coastal sophistication in mind with new comfy beds, pillows, linens, and floor to ceiling windows to watch the wildlife swim and fly by. We have also added an air purification system with several Honeywell air purifiers.

A well appointed kitchen for everything you would need to prepare a fantastic meal,. A Keurig coffee maker and also a drip coffee maker are available at the coffee bar. A Weber charcoal grill for grilling and a separate 25 LB. Ice maker for endless frozen drinks. A few cooking spices, olive oil, and some coffee left for you in case you forgot yours. And if you don't have what you need just text us and we will be right over.

We include our golf cart, named "Shortie", for you to enjoy while you stay at the Surf Shack so you can cruise all over the island or take a ride to the beach & restaurants.

We are club members so you can purchase amenity cards to enjoy the Resort owned facilities on the island. These facilities include the restaurants on Fripp Island, the swimming pools, the golf courses and tennis. The Deerlake neighborhood has its own private neighborhood swimming pool across the street from our house. This pool is available to our guests.

Our house is hidden off of the main road. A little walk through the tropical yard and you will find our blue house, sitting proudly, almost right on the Lake! Makes one feel like you are on a boat, with all of the windows and the open floor plan.

We love our pets and would consider your pet too. We have air purifiers throughout the house to control dust, pet dander, allergens, etc. We do not have carpet but we do have area rugs so Fiddo needs to wash his paws before coming inside, please. And like all other pet considered rentals, there is a pet fee to pay.

We have Beach towels, beach chairs, beach toys and a beach umbrella.

And there’s something special about an outside shower and showering when you get back from the beach so we added a temperature controlled, enclosed outside shower!

**There is the possibility that you will see an alligator swim by every now and then. It is illegal to harass, feed, or do anything to an alligator but observe and admire. Also, our Lake looks like fun to fish in but you can't really. We do have excellent fishing spots all over the island and we will be happy to share that info with you if you like.

***The Fripp Island Club requires amenity cards for you to frequent their amenities. These amenities include golfing, playing tennis, going to the restaurants on Fripp, going to the swimming pools and the fitness room.
The amenity card prices for stays that are 1-4 days are $35 during the summer months and $25 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
The amenity card prices for stays that are 5-8 days are $50 during the summer months and $35 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
If you do want to purchase the amenity cards, the resort will add an additional island fee of 13% to your rental to use their amenities. This will be added to your weekly stay at time of amenity card purchase.
Each guest 13 years or older must carry an amenity card to access the Club's facilities.
There are a few places on Fripp Island that you do not need an amenity card. SpringTide Market is at the front of the island that has a large menu at their deli. From breakfast sandwiches to family BBQ meals, there is a lot to choose from. There is also a deli at the Marina that serves sandwiches and salads. The Fripp Ship and Mango stores are fun to go into for your perfect souvenir. You do not need an amenity card for golf cart, kayak, bike, etc. rentals as there are an abundance of companies who offer rental services that will deliver to you.

We hope you choose the Surf Shack for your vacation destination. It's a great place to build fun memories and to see such a variety of animals that most do not get to see on a daily basis.

If you are looking for additional rentals for vacation or if this property is booked, We also have Surf Shack II, Surf Shack III and Surf Shack IV for rent on the Island. All have been upgraded and decorated with Coastal sophistication for your relaxing & rejuvenating vacation.

Surf Shack II is a poolside, studio apartment, located in the middle of the island by the Beach Club complex. It is Vrbo listing 1819883 and it sleeps 4 in a King bed and 2 bunks.

Surf Shack III is a tennis villa, located in the middle of the island behind the tennis & pickle ball courts. Gorgeous view of the Marsh and wildlife and comfortable for 2 guests to sleep in the King size bed in the loft. This listing is Vrbo 3087281.

Surf Shack IV is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home that sleeps 13 people in beds and is located in the quiet Fiddlers neighborhood. Included in this rental is a limo golf cart, ping pong table, fire pit, extra refrigerator and a pass to Hunting Island State park! This listing is Vrbo 3534400.

Property manager

Sandcastle Property Management Services
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not feed the wildlife. Especially the gators!!! Very dangerous for them and you!
If there is ANYTHING wrong or needed, please contact us. We are excited to give you the best vacation! Even for just a lightbulb 😊

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Saint Helena Island

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Deer Lake, a neighbourhood in Saint Helena Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coligny Beach and Coastal Discovery Museum, while Penn Center and Parris Island Museum are cultural highlights. Adventure Cove and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fripp Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Point Golf Course - 2 min drive
  • Ocean Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Hunting Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive
  • Bay Street - 31 min drive
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cabana Club - 7 min drive
  • Beach Club Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Johnson Creek Tavern - 8 min drive
  • The Sandbar on Fripp Island - 3 min drive
  • Bonito Boathouse - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wildlife viewers dream! Peaceful & so clean, golf cart incl., pool across street located?

Located in Deer Lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Ocean Point Golf Course and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Hunting Island Lighthouse. Penn Center and Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oct 2023
We loved every minute of our visit. The house was perfect and the owner went above and beyond to make our stay the best possible. We didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to plan our next trip to beautiful Fripp Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Terry B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Bugs
Killed many Palmetto (cockroaches) , a couple were dead in the floor when we got there. However, everything else was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
We had a wonderful time and the house was perfect for us. However, I feel that the amenities cards were too much for what it gave us. We didn’t need a pool pass because we had a pool and to pay for a card to eat or get ice cream was silly. I wish we had known more about the cards as new to the island because I wouldn’t have paid for them.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
The house was great. We had little bit of trouble getting through the gate upon arrival but Kathy took care of it for us within 5 minutes. Great stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sandcastle Property Management Services

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We purchased this house in 2005 while we were avid surfers. Surfing on Fripp & Hunting Island during times of stronger waves and surfing in Costa Rica where the waves seem to go on for days

Why they chose this property

The Surf Shack is a magical place to sit and watch the wildlife! With the floor to ceiling windows in the living room, you'll find yourself mesmerized by the variety of birds that fly by and paddle by while looking for a tasty fish. At times you might see an alligator in the water or during the winter hibernation months you might see the fast sea otter swim by! Look for the big ripples in the water and you're sure to find an interesting animal splashing around. Deer often come by the back porch so don't be shocked when you just see antlers walking by.

What makes this property unique

Deerlake is a little private neighborhood for residents and our guests. We have a private swimming pool across the street from our house. There is a special pool card for you to use and amenity cards are not required for our DeerLake pool.
We have 2 parking spaces for our house plus we have made a parking spot for the golf cart right by the house. And if you have a lot of things to unpack from you car, bring the golf cart to your car, fold down the back seat and you have a wonderful and fun way to save your steps and back!

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