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Private Retreat - Coastal Beaufort, So. Carolina

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Welcome to Las Brisas at the end of the road!
Las Brisas, St. Helena Island, South Carolina
Parking under house and around the yard.
View of the home and observation deck
Surrounded by the oaks and palms.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Butchers Island
  • Place, Hunting Island Lighthouse
  • Place, Penn Center
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Common area - living room area

2 Double Futons

Loft on second floor -queen bed with twin bunkbed

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Retreat - Coastal Beaufort, So. Carolina

Enjoy the lowcountry life and come to Las Brisas (Spanish - the soft breezes) on St. Helena Island. The breezes will keep you cool as you wile away the hours at the end of the road overlooking the marsh. Watch the tide coming and going and the birds that live outside the door. Enjoy your morning coffee on one of two screened decks or the open air observation deck where you can see above the trees and out to the ocean. Take a leisurely stroll by the Intercoastal waterway, enjoy the brilliant colors of Carolina sunsets and the quiet, unobstructed views. The home is cozy and ready for friends and family to take time to enjoy the sweet life together. The queen bedroom has an en suite and TV. Twin beds in the second bedroom, sofabed in the living room and a queen bed with twin bunkbed in the second-floor loft can accomodate up to 8 people. Call or email us for more details today!

IMPORTANT! CORONA-VIRUS NOTE: While we are following the recommended guidelines for cleaning vacation rentals and due to the ongoing health recommendations, we offer you the option of bringing your own bedding or any cleaning materials you desire. Should anyone in your party be ill with flu-like symptoms, fever or coughing prior to your stay, we request you stay home and consult with your health care provider. We want you to be comfortable and safe in our home. Also, we must allow 24-48 hours between guests for the saftety of our housekeeper and "airing out the house". Please consider that when requesting dates. THANK YOU for your understanding!!

GUESTS STAYING MORE THAN ONE MONTH: Guests staying 28 days or more are required to have an additional cleaning during their stay. The fee is $175 for each additional cleaning and will be charged separately from the rental charges.

Keywords: Family and Pet Friendly Home - Dogs Only, No Cats

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Add cleaning fees for more than 1 pet: $25/pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed inside the home at any time.

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, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint Helena Island

Located in Saint Helena Island, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ocean Point Golf Course and Ocean Creek Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St. Helena Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Butchers Island - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Hunting Island Lighthouse - 22 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Penn Center - 23 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Fripp Island Beach - 28 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 41 min drive - 36.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bonitos Boathouse - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Johnson Creek Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪bradley's seafood - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Retreat - Coastal Beaufort, So. Carolina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Retreat - Coastal Beaufort, So. Carolina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat - Coastal Beaufort, So. Carolina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Retreat - Coastal Beaufort, So. Carolina located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Butchers Island, Horse Island and Hunting Island. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

terri w.

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

St. Helena Fun

We loved being able to walk to the beach on the sound:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Second time here and we will be back!

We have so enjoyed this place as a fishing retreat. Host is great at communicating. Neighbor's dog barked a lot, but we had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Awesome Place

This place is amazing. I can't wait to go back down next year.

8/10 Good

Edward G.

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

Quick Fishing trip

The house was great. The location was good, if you like the out of the way places...which we do. Maybe a little hard to fine, but we enjoyed our little get away very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Las Brisas getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. Very private, quiet home on the marsh.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

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

Perfect Getaway

I love this property! It's private, secluded but in a neighborhood with shaded dirt roads to walk my dog. I love the observation deck, multiple screen porches, proximity to Hunting Island State park (use of park pass). We cook meals there in kitchen, gas grill outside. We have stayed her multiple times and always enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

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

Great Stay and Proximity to Hunting Island

This was a great spot for its proximity to Hunting Island. We have been avid campers there for the last fifteen years and it was finally nice to come back to a house instead of a tent. Debra was always there to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Nice home

Was a nice home and close to the beach. The only downside was the neighbor, be ready to not feel welcomed by them, wow. The home was clean, nice yard and scenic over the marsh.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Guys fishing trip

House was a great place for our trip! Had all the amenities we needed, was clean and comfortable. Good communication with host. We would love to return. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

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

Awesome adult family vacation

We have stayed at this property a few other times over the years. We love how it it remote, private, yet close to our favorite beach/park- Hunting Island. Great shaded road to walk our dog. Beautiful views from upper deck. It is perfect size for us and adult children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Teresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

A much needed vacation

The place and observation deck was amazing. The neighbors dogs and chickens were intrusive and the location was not as expected. The walk to the beach was difficult to find and the beach area was small and very muddy at times
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Peace and Beauty

What a wonderful respite from the world! This home and property are very scenic, cozy, comfortable with a desire to live here. I definitely will come back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Boyd V., Salem, SC

Another Wonderful Vacation at Las Brisas!

We had another wonderful week at Las Brisas! The star gazing from the Crow's Nest was just incredible as where the walks on the beach. A great spot with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. We'll be back! Thanks Debra!

10/10 Excellent

Connie L., Anderson

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

The best!

A peaceful and wonderful area on St. Helena. Very close to two good resturants. Short walk to beach/beautiful views at beach and at home. Debra is a great owner. Very patient and understanding. Thank you Debra!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luann L.

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

Porches - Birds- Location

This house on Saint Helena Island is an oasis in the trees, a short walk to a quiet beach, 15 min drive to Hunting Island State Park ( a gem of a place), and a 25 min drive to downtown Beaufort! Listening to the birds singing in the morning and watching the sunset was part of my early morning routine from one of the porches. Just an FYI there are multiple levels to this house, so the stairs will help keep you fit! It is a little uncomfortable/quirky, at first, coming and going through the shared private driveway, but I didn’t have any problems with the neighbors, however do be aware that their dogs do bark at times, but they are fenced in.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

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

A wonderful family vacation!

This property was exactly what I've been looking for. There was plenty of room for my 81-year-old mother, her brother, my two teenage daughters, myself, and my 70 lb dog. Many " pet friendly" rentals seem to only allow smaller dogs and I was pleasantly surprised when I found this place would allow me to bring all of my family. There is a local beach a short walk away where I could walk my dog in the mornings and it proved to be a good spot to put our inflatable kayaks and my stand up paddle board into the water to paddle around a bit. The host provided pass into Hunting Island State Park was great, allowing us free entry to access the beach where living sand dollars can be found along the ocean floor and I did a little body surfing with the lighthouse overlooking our activities. There had been an issue with one of the electrical circuits tripping a breaker because of damage to an outdoor tree light in a storm the previous weekend. The host called me on my way down to the beach to inform me of the trouble and when I got to the house she instructed me how to turn that off so that the rest of the circuit would work properly for us during our stay. So a potential issue became a non-issue. The whole family had a wonderful time and I do believe we will come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Couldn't have been better

Our stay at LaBrias was wonderful. We wanted to be on a marsh location, so we could enjoy the tidal flow, and we became mesmerized, waiting for the incoming water and the change in scenes! The house is furnished by a family who knows what is required in a household. We stayed for three weeks, so were really happy to have everything so nicely provided. The layout is great. Floor to ceiling windows in every room make you feel like you are living in the trees. And the fourth floor deck....we will never forget the evening of the full moon rising over the Atlantic and the sun setting behind us over the marsh. Being less than ten minutes away, and the comp pass, to Hunting Island State Park is the icing on the cake. Hunting Island is probably the most amazing island beach along the east coast...and we've been to bunch of them!!!! The Lighthouse and nature programs are great. When we were there in March/April, there were days we would go to the beach and hardly see another soul. Walk, walk and walk. Also found ourselves heading in to Beaufort, Savannah and other interesting areas. Lots of fun places to eat and the waterfront park in Beaufort is the perfect place to 'swing' away a sunny afternoon. There is a fabulous children's park there too. Look no further, if you are looking for a place that is not in the mainstream or part of a gated-community!!!

10/10 Excellent

Michael T. W.

Location, Location, Location

A lot of thought went into this coastal Island house. My wife and I were able to benefit. It’s located on the most prime and private location of Heron Drive – at the end point, next to a tidal marsh. There are many sitting/relaxing areas (inside and out) that perfectly embrace the natural setting. The house was well appointed and clean – grades an A+ It’s excellent to use as a “base camp” to venture out and explore all the many points of interests – St. Helena Island, Hunting Island, Port Royal Sound, historical Beaufort and other sea islands. You can take a 10-minute walk to a small beach on the sound. By borrowing the State Park Pass in the house, will get you in one of the most beautiful state parks in the state (Hunting Island, 15-minute drive) where you’re able enjoy an Atlantic Ocean beach, right in front of a historic lighthouse ! Along the drive back, I recommend stopping at a local spot - Johnson’s Creek Tavern on Harbor Island for an evening of cold drinks and a seafood dinner. We took day-trips to Savannah and Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge. One morning, Edisto Saltwater Tours (Captain Phil Albensious) picked us up at the marina on Dataw Island. He took us on a 2.5-hour tour of the beautiful natural ACE Basin where we saw dolphins, many sea island birds and even an eagle. The author, Pat Conroy, loved St. Helena Island – he’s buried there. Reading the book by Edith M. Dabbs – “Sea Island Diary, A History of St. Helena Island”, will enrich your stay. We made wonderful memories here. Thank you Debra & Michael !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tomi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice weeks vacation spot in the LowCountry. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

darene c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen had every gadget you could need. House was spotless
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chas V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful property... secluded and private.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have really enjoyed staying here multiple years. We love the views, seclusion, convenience to town and Hunting Island (pass included) We had great family time playing games and enjoying meals on the screened in porch. It's always a treat to spot deer in the yard. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing house and a great deal. Don’t be confused by it only listing 2 bedrooms. There is plenty of room for 8 people in this home. The beach near the house is on the sound and very calm, just bring water shoes for the oyster shells. We can’t recommend this home more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not have been happier! Sunrise at the private beach, stars on the crow’s nest, marsh rabbits and deer in the yard, Butch’s boat landing (for putting in kayaks) and hunting island less than 10 min away. The kitchen was well stocked, the details were attended to, the beds were comfy. The ONLY gripe I have is the lack of a lock on the primary bedroom door (and that is in the review for the owners not because it detracted from our stay!) The place was perfect for our family of 5 and the hosts were very accommodating. We will certainly return to this spot!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Serenity

Great property. Lovely location. Very clean and comfortable home. So much nature to enjoy! Close to Hunting Island State Park. Wish we could live here! We will be back.Thank you Debra!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Debra Varner

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We love our home in South Carolina! Having family nearby, we share meals and good times together. We live in San Francisco, also a beautiful place, but when we go to our So. Carolina home, we simply feel the stress of the everyday life melt away no matter what time of year. We have spent all the seasons and all are equally beautiful. We love beach combing, meeting and sharing a meal with our neighbors and lazing on the decks with a good book in the heat of the day. Family members visit and we take in the local catch of the day - the shrimp, clams, oysters and crab that our brother-in-law catches himself! We want you to enjoy our home as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We have family and friends in No. and So. Carolina and Florida. We knew we needed to have our own home to share with them. We were fortunate to find this special place that brings such joy, and we are delighted to share with our guests.

What makes this property unique

We love the food, beaches, shopping, neighbors and quiet that makes us feel rejuvenated at the end of a stay.

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