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Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching

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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a ceiling fan, a television, and a sofa.
A living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.
A bay window with a seat, two pillows, and a view of pink flowers and greenery.
A white house with a gabled roof surrounded by dense vegetation and trees.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a view of a lake, and trees with Spanish moss.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bluffton, SC
  • Place, Tanger Outlets Hilton Head
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Hilton Head National Golf Club
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Farmers Market of Bluffton
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching

Located on a private island within the gates of the Colleton River Club*, this cottage sits on one of the prettiest, most unique sites in the Hilton Head area. The 'Devil's Elbow Cottage' is nestled among ancient Live Oak trees overlooking the marshes and waters of the Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge.
Enjoy the best of both worlds. Experience the Lowcountry Bluffton / Hilton Head region of years past yet be a short drive from all of the shopping and amenities of one of the world's foremost resort areas.

This very comfortable cottage has high ceilings and large windows that create a light atmosphere and lets you enjoy this special setting. Built in 1992 and recently updated, this little house sits adjacent to the 'main' house. They are two of only three houses on the island.

Listen to the warblers in the oaks and the snapping shrimp in the marsh below as you doze off for your afternoon nap on the screened porch. Set the crab trap from the dock or cast a net for shrimp and enjoy the seafood bounty of the Lowcountry. Sight fish for Redfish from a kayak on the flats of the adjacent islands. See hhionthefly on youtube for fishing video filmed in our back yard!

If the natural world gets to be too much for you it is a ten minute drive to highway 278 and all of the shopping, dining, golf and beaches you could desire. Visit the galleries of Bluffton's old town. Take the beautiful drive to Charleston or spend a day in Savannah or Beaufort.

*Colleton River Club is a private community and the amenities are for the use of members and their guests only.

Keywords: waterfront, private, golf, tennis, dock, kayaking, boating, biking, nature walks

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No more than six people allowed at the cottage without prior written permission from the owner.

Please do not walk on the marsh/water side of the main house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 348030vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Bluffton

Located in Bluffton, this cottage is on the waterfront. May River Theater and Coastal Discovery Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tanger Outlets Hilton Head and Tanger Outlet Center. Station 300 and Adventure Cove 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 hiking nearby.
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Bluffton, SC

What's nearby

  • Colleton River Pete Dye Course - 17 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Tanger Outlets Hilton Head - 18 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Hilton Head National Golf Club - 20 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Heyward House Historic Center - 22 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Farmers Market of Bluffton - 22 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hudson's Seafood House On The Docks - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Skull Creek Boathouse - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Colleton River Plantation Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tanger Outlets Hilton Head and Tanger Outlet Center. Hilton Head National Golf Club and Old South Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the view and the get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot. Clean, picturesque, relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Utterly charming space and very relaxing. Peter was awesome with communications. We loved our stay here and would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rare find. Beautiful property and great host. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic week in the low country. This cottage had phenomal relaxing marsh views. Very peaceful, clean and stocked with every thing we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond perfection! Everything from shopping, gas, grocery, restaurants, outdoor activities are so close. The place is paradise and all I can say is, "hurry and book this gem of a place".
Bedroom view
Outside my bedroom window
Driveway into the property
Favorite place a few minutes away Pickney Island
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the property, the porch and dock were everyones favorites. Hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil & Serene

Host was fantastic and the cottage was a one of a kind getaway. only had 4 nights but felt like we were away for two weeks given the relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Secluded Property

My family and I had a fantastic time at this beautiful property, and we will remember our time here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our visit to The Devil's Elbow Cottage was everything we expected and more. When choosing this property, we were looking for a stay in the midst of nature, off the beaten path, secluded and private, and one that allowed us to really experience the wildlife and landscape around us. This was the perfect property in every way to meet all of those goals. My husband and I very much enjoyed the peace the marssh had to offer, from the rain on the rooftops, to the bird songs of the wetland. We absolutely loved our stay in the cottage, and enjoyed its proximity to the Bluffton area for history, culture, food, and shopping, as well as the ease of travel to local beach access and all.of the things to do in Hilton Head. We were celebrating our 25th anniversary during our visit and hated to leave. We will be back, hopefully. Our host was extremely kind and accommodating, very comminative and helpful, and the cottage itself was such a beautiful gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience

Wonderful solitude and a beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Location

We had a fantastic stay at Peter's cottage. Beautiful location, quiet, secluded, and comfortable. It is away from everything and at the same time convenient to shopping, restaurants, and more. Would love to come back
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heavenly

Do private…abundant wildlife. Extremely peaceful. Very comfortable home. Would love to come back!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Haven

This beautiful house was perfect to escape and unwind. The house was nestled in the woods with breathtaking views. Peter and his family were so very pleasant to deal with and very accommodating. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

This is the second year in a row that we have stayed at this cottage! Beautiful and peaceful just what we needed! Year#3 next September!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great low country cabin

We really enjoyed our stay - beautiful house right on the water. Exactly as advertised. Nicely secluded but close to many things to do in Bluffton. Easy to communicate with the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Golf getaway

Our family had a great time at the cottage! It was a private, lovely place in great condition. Very convenient to all we wanted to do. The host couldn’t have been more responsive. Excellent rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Cottage in a beautiful setti g

This cottage was perfect. Clean, fresh, wonderful space plan and interior. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this cottage. The Host was always responsive and a very nice person. Absolutely recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Natural Paradise

Return stay at one of the most amazingly pristine paradises anywhere. Spectacular natural setting. Dirt road to the private island leaves civilization far behind, leaving only sights and sounds of nature.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can't get enough of this paradise

3rd visit, this time for 12 nights. As immersed in nature as you will ever find. One of our favorite places in the world. Simply sublime.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage

Secluded, gorgeous, peaceful with amazing scenery. Feels remote but is a short drive to main gate. Such a lovely place! Super clean and comfortable! Will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

My husband and I have been coming here for 4 years, we come here to just enjoy the quietness and tranquility. We do some fishing off the dock, we have seen dolphins swim by, caught a few shark, saw armadillo, deer, crocodile. Great trip! Owners, Peter and Leisa great! Thanks for sharing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway

Wonderful place to hideaway in a world of your own! So peaceful and beautiful, loved seeing all the wildlife even saw a little gator ! The host was extremely nice and answered any questions we had without hesitation.I would love to return!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful & Peaceful!

The cottage was perfect for our family of four. Spectacular views of the marsh, access to fishing and plenty of opportunities for walking, biking and exploring the surrounding property. The cottage had everything we needed and the screened in porch was amazing. Peter provided lots of great information about the surrounding area. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, serene, natural setting

This VRBO is exactly as advertised. The home is lovely and set-up perfectly for a family, couples, or small group of friends. The location within Bluffton is great - everything is accessible, and Hilton Head Island isn't far either. The best thing about this rental is the setting - you're in the marsh, near a river, and birds and other wildlife abound. My kids and I loved every minute of this vacation and 100% will rent this place again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peter

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Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

You will not be bothered by noisy landscaping equipment. We try to do all of our mowing and blowing while guests are away.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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