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Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool

Summary:

Cartgate 21



The Space:

Freshly Updated, Spacious 6-Bedroom Retreat with Private Pool Near the Beach



Welcome to your ideal Lowcountry escape—this beautifully updated, expansive home offers six bedrooms and five bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 16 guests. Perfect for large families, golf getaways, or group vacations, this inviting property blends comfort, style, and convenience in a serene setting.



Located within the gated Palmetto Dunes Resort, guests can enjoy easy access to miles of pristine white-sand beaches, three championship golf courses, and top-tier tennis and fitness facilities. Spend your days kayaking or canoeing through the scenic 11-mile lagoon system, or explore nearby shopping, dining, and family-friendly entertainment options.



Surrounded by lush landscaping on a winding street between two renowned golf courses, this home is just a short 10-minute walk—or quick bike or seasonal shuttle ride—to the beautiful beaches of Hilton Head Island.



Sleeping Arrangements & Layout:

The main level features a spacious primary suite with a large private bathroom, walk-in shower, and 65-inch smart TV. A second bedroom on this floor includes a 55-inch TV and access to a nearby hallway bathroom with a shower/tub combination.



Upstairs, you’ll find four additional bedrooms. Two guest rooms each offer private bathrooms with walk-in showers and 55-inch TVs. A second primary-style bedroom includes a 55-inch TV and convenient access to a shared bathroom with a shower. The final bedroom is perfect for kids or teens, featuring a gaming area, seating space, and a 55-inch TV, with hallway access to a shared bathroom.



With generous living spaces, modern updates, and a prime location close to the beach, this home is the perfect setting for creating unforgettable vacation memories.



This property's license number is 27949.



Things to Know:

Please note E-bikes are not allowed.

Private pool (can be heated for an additional cost)

Two Hours of Free Tennis and pickleball daily at The Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center



Please read our important pool heat information to help you have the best vacation possible! This property has a pool that can be heated between Labor Day and Memorial Day for an additional fee. At least seven days' notice must be given for heat to be turned on. If the outside temperature is colder than 55 degrees, the pool may not be able to maintain a warmer temperature. If the pool or spa does not reach your desired temperature but is still warming, refunds will not be given. Please note there is a five-day minimum to heat the pool.



Other Things to Note:

If the parking pass is lost, regardless of the situation, an additional charge will apply, as Palmetto Dunes is a very strict community when it comes to their policies.

Cost of the passes if you got lost:

1 DAY/0 NIGHTS - $0

1-2 NIGHTS - $20

3-7 NIGHTS - $35

8-14 NIGHTS - $50

15-30 NIGHTS - $75

31-180 NIGHTS - $100



For pool heating requests, please notify us at least 7 days prior to your check-in date, as the pool requires sufficient time to heat properly.



Please note that pool heating is available for an additional nightly fee. Kindly contact us for the exact pricing.

Late pool heating requests are subject to approval and availability.



If the outside temperature falls below 55°F, the pool may not be able to maintain a warmer temperature. Refunds will not be provided if the pool or spa does not reach the desired temperature but is still actively heating.



Pool heat is available seasonally from September 1 through May 25 only.

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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

Property # 5179587vb
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

Hilton Head Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in South End, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. Harbour Town Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palmetto Dunes Club and Shelter Cove Harbour. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Van Der Meer Tennis Center or Van Der Meer Tennis Academy. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Hilton Head, SC

What's nearby

  • Palmetto Dunes Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Robert Trent Jones Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nectar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hilton Head Diner Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪San Miguel's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palmetto Market @ the Omni - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool?

As of 1 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool on 19 August 2026 start from NZ$888, 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 Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright & Expansive Beach Retreat with Private Pool located?

Located in South End, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Palmetto Dunes Beach and Palmetto Dunes Club. George Fazio Golf Course and Robert Trent Jones Golf Course are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Jenna M.

Large home, great pool, needs updates badly

The pool was wonderful! It was a great size and space for our party. The covered front porch was very nice and comfortable.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michaela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great house with plenty of room for a large family gathering. The house inside was clean, the kitchen well equipped, and plenty of seating for everyone. The furniture outside were not clean, the BBQ broken (which they fixed while we were there, but still very rusty), no outside cushions which are needed for metal chairs. The house has other small maintenance issues (doors, drawers, lights) which are not hard to fix. They were mentioned in other reviews and you would expect someone to pay attention to reviews. The garage has a code which we never received, so could not use it. It does not have any beach chairs, umbrellas, hair dryers, which you would expect from an upscale place like this. Overall, we enjoyed our vacation and the location is perfect with 10 min walk to beach and easy bike ride to tennis and golf.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

St Paddy’s Day getaway

Four couples - adult kids- the house was perfectly accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristy N.

Beautiful Family Vacation Home!!!

We have stayed in this home multiple times and it’s perfect for our family! The home is a close bike ride to the beach, beautiful interior/kitchen, pool, always clean and ideal location on the island. Highly recommend!!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Vacation

This is a nice property and neighborhood. It's a short walk or bike ride to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

great time in HH

Clean house, lots of space, great pool. Comfortable beds. I would rent property again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gerald P.

Adorable property

We realy appreciated the confort of the house, well equiped for cooking and dining, fun to live in !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Great vacation House

Loved Everything about this house! Updates to it were apparent and amazing. Would highly recommend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Cartgate.

Very nice house and fabulous location. Family and friends all enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jean Ann H.

Perfect for our families

We were on a family beach trip with four families total and this house was great! The bedrooms were bigger than expected and the individual spaces were awesome. The pool and backyard were exactly as pictured and the pool was wonderful. Living spaces were comfortable and big for our needs. The only thing I would tell future guests, the house was a little ways from the beach itself. However, the Palmetto Dunes amenities were awesome!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Loved it

We had a great time. The home was clean and conveniently located to the beach. Having the pool was a great addition. Higjly recommend this home for large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

Beat vacation house ever

My family and I loved this house. Such a beautiful scenery and so much to do. From the pool to walking around the neighborhood or on bike going to the shops and restaurants trust me you wont get board. Also the beach is in walking distance. I 100% would come back every year and recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Terry C.

The renovation was good

The renovation was good
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
house was nice, but the furniture was a bit dated. Small tears in living room sofa, dining room chairs were creaky (I expect one or more to break soon when someone sits on it).Also one bedroom (second floor) was unusable due to heat (AC on everywhere but that room, which had warm air blowing through the vent).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

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

Ladies Weekend

We picked the coldest most frigid week of the winter but the house was awesome, warm and a great place for us all to hang out and visit. Everything about the house and property was perfect !!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family vaca

Everything was great! The home was perfect for our family everyone had their own space and the children loved the pool! Transportation was provided to and from beach, shopping and restaurants. Wonderful experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Thanksgiving in HHI

A super house for large family - 15 but 34 for dinner. Plenty of room and a kitchen that anticipated every need. So good we are in the midst of planning our 2023 Thanksgiving here!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Great for big families

Great location. Plenty of beds and baths. Only one refrigerator. Bring a big cooler to keep drinks cold for use at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

2025 family vacation, great house!

This house was fantastic! It was very clean upon arrival. Plenty of room for all adults and children. The pool was so nice, and was spacious for our whole family. No complaints on the house, you will love it. The location of the house from the beach was about a 10 min bike ride to public access. No bathroom can be a problem. That's on palmetto dunes. I would recommend this house to others and have. I would stay here again. Thanks for sharing your beautiful beach house.
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcy S.

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

Celebrating in Hilton Head

The house was very spacious and relaxing. The space was very adequate for our family of 10. We celebrated my mother’s 80th with dinner out “Wise Guys” was great and back home with stories and laughs. We were able to relax after my daughter’s graduation ceremony at USCB. We enjoyed the pool and walking down to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Daniel H.

Great Home Overall!

This is our second time staying at this home. It’s perfect for large groups and the backyard is its own private oasis. Our only complaint is the pool apparently hadn’t been cleaned or maintained in a quite a while so we lost 3 days of our 7 waiting on it to be corrected.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
Hi Daniel, We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to hosting your next stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Loved It!!!!

Great house with lots of room for our 6 adults and 4 children. Loved the location....we were able to walk or bike to the beach. House was clean and well equipped. We would definitely stay here again if we returned to the are!! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Cartgate 21

Our entire family (9 adults, 3 children) stayed over Thanksgiving week. This is a biennial tradition. We all enjoyed the pool (heated), proximity to the beach, spaciousness of the home and bike riding in the surrounding neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janis F.

Paradise

Beautiful home in a beautiful setting! My grown children & their tiny tots came from all over the USA. Such a great reunion for us since not able to visit with each other during prevaccine pandemic. The home offered all the amenities we needed. The pictures were exactly as we found this lovely house! Easy check in & checkout. Thank you for a memorable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Coleen M.

Great house!

The house is really spacious and comfortable. There were 6 adults, four children and we had plenty of room. The kitchen is well stocked and plenty of bath towels. It was a little chilly at night so we could have used a few extra blankets. The pool was fabulous and the extra refrigerator in the garage was a huge plus. I would definitely recommend.

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