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Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove

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Morning sunrise walking out to the beach over private gated beach access
Private villa across the street from the ocean.
2 dedicatd parking spots directly in front of the villa.
Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need for when you want to eat in.
Total kitchen renovation in 2025

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Hilton Head Island, SC
  • Place, Palmetto Dunes Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmetto Dunes Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 3 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove

New Kitchen in 2025!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! Desirable Captain's Cove community!!! Drive right up to this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhome right across the street from the beach! If the beach isn’t your thing, we are also a short walk from the Palmetto Dunes Tennis and Pickleball Center, The General Store, The Palmetto Dunes Outfitters with bikes and water sport rentals, restaurants, and 3 world class golf courses. This villa is perfect for a couple or two to enjoy off season, or for a large group in the summer. The location and size also work great for group tennis or golf trips!

Upon arrival you will be delighted to park right in front of our villa and walk up just a few steps to our front deck that has a tiny little peak of the ocean. The entry opens up into a large great room with beautiful lagoon views, and a kitchen that is stocked with everything you need! Stainless Steel appliances, a full-size commercial grade washer and dryer, and a sunny breakfast table complete this updated kitchen. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the entire first floor.

Dining and Great Room: The spacious second dining area seats 6 comfortably and opens up to the great room. The entire space has a comfortable and relaxing vibe for your whole group to enjoy. A 75" smart TV and plenty of comfortable seating enhances the space as well, along with the great lagoon view!

Living Space: Off the great room is a wonderful, bright Carolina room where you can enjoy watching the wildlife and passerby’s in the lagoon! Just off the Carolina room is a large deck with a few steps down to the grass. There is a charcoal grill area right out back as well as a dock. Feel free to bring your kayaks, or rent from the Palmetto Dunes Outfitters, and launch them right out back off the dock. If fishing is your thing, bring your gear!

Bedrooms: There are 2 master suites downstairs. Both first floor masters have king sized beds and full bathrooms. The first master has an updated walk-in shower, and double sinks. The second master has also been updated, and offers a tub/shower combo. Upstairs there are 2 more bedrooms. The first bedroom is a spacious room with a queen-sized bed, and plenty of extra space for a port-a-crib or extra gear. The second bedroom has built in bunk beds and a separate twin-sized bed. Between the 2 bedrooms is a full bath with a walk-in shower. There is also a loft area upstairs with a desk. Televisions can be found in all bedrooms.

How far to the beach: Simply walk out the front door and across the street to the private beach access for the Captain’s Walk and Captain’s Cove villas.

Pool: Enjoy the oceanfront Captain’s Cove/Captain’s Walk pool right across the street. A short 2-minute walk, and you are at the pool with adjacent beach access, in addition to outside showers and bathrooms. There are also gas grills located by the pool. The pool deck is open all year long and the pool is heated March 1- April 30, and October 1- November 30.

About us: We purchased our Captain’s Cove in 2019 after owning a nearby 2-bedroom villa for many years. We are from Cincinnati, Ohio and travel to Hilton Head frequently. We love having all the extra space the 4 bedroom offers, and find that it is not too large for just the two of us, yet plenty spacious when the kids and friends come to visit. The location is one of our favorite things about it, with the beach, tennis, golf and so many restaurants all being right around the corner! We expeciall love driving right up the front door!

Pets: Not a pet friendly rental

The sunrise in the morning on the front deck, and the sunset in the evening on the back deck couldn’t be more peaceful to start and end your days. No matter what activities you chose, coming home to this very comfortable and spacious townhome on the beautiful lagoon will offer you all the comfort you need while on vacation.

Palmetto Dunes collects $35.00 weekly for each car pass. This is not included in your rental price.

We do not provide beach towels.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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
Owner reserves the right to cancel a reservation.

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

About the area

Hilton Head Island

Located in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island, this villa is next to a golf course and on the beach. Palmetto Dunes Club and Shelter Cove Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coligny Beach. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Hilton Head Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Robert Trent Jones Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nectar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hilton Head Diner Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palmetto Market @ the Omni - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$606, 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 Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palmetto Dunes Gem! Gated Beach, Oceanfront Pool! BEST LOCATION in Captains Cove located?

Located in Mid Island, this beachfront villa is next to a golf course and within a 5-minute walk of Palmetto Dunes Beach and Palmetto Dunes Club. George Fazio Golf Course and Robert Trent Jones Golf Course are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

Wonderful Stay

House was very clean and spacious. Owners were very responsive. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Amazing Experience

My family and I stayed at this Palmetto Dunes home and we cannot express enough, it was wonderful! Excellent accommodations, location and the hosts were great! We look forward to another visit in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan g.

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

Loving the island

Great place to relax and enjoy Island life.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo is beautiful & updated. Great spot- across street from beach- short walk. Would definitely stay there again. Communication with owner was excellent & they were helpful with any issues. Beds were very comfortable, which is a plus.
View out the back
Saw several deer on our walks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second year we have stayed here & we hope to make it next year as well. The owners were responsive & very helpful whenever I reached out. A definite recommendation for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi T.

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

Family Vacation 2025

We had a wonderful stay at Captains Cove! The villa was very close to the beach, great views of the lagoon and lots of amenities at Palmetto Dunes. Highly recommend. Perfect place for our adult family of 6.
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Fishing at the lagoon
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

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

Summer Vacation

We loved our stay at Captains Cove! It’s a quick watch to the beach and the pool was very nice. Amy was great to work with and communicated very quickly. We can’t wait to come back and stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla R.

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

Incredible property!

This property has everything we needed for and amazing family vacation. The location and amenities were top notch and we always felt so welcome with Amy and Jeff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Great Stay

We've stayed on Hilton Head before, and we all agreed this was the best rental we've had! The location was great. Everything was provided that we needed, and the proximity to the beach and pool was excellent! We were close to all of our favorite restaurants, and shops. Really enjoyed our stay and we plan to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Family vacation

I cannot say enough positive things about this property! The location was great, very close to the beach! The pool was beautiful and very clean! The beach house was big enough for our family of 11- which included an infant and toddler! Communication with the owners was great! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doranda B.

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

Perfect beach rental!

My family and I go to HHI every summer and love staying at this property. The location, the villa, the rental process with Amy….. more than meets our expectations and we already look forward to the next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great week😎

Love the location of the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

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

Fabulous location and great property

Came down for an extended family vacation. This home met our needs perfectly. Very well appointed kitchen, comfortable beds and everything needed for the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay F.

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

Great Stay

Loved this property. We went there on a special occasion and were not disappointed. Everything was there for a family to use. The property access to amenities was great. Would do it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Great location and very nice property.

The home was very clean and very well decorated. Was located in a very nice community and close to the beach. We enjoyed our stay there. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

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

Hilton Head 2023

We enjoyed our stay at Captains Cove. Great location, comfortable and cozy. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook some memorable family dinners. Very relaxing stay. Thanks for sharing your wonderful villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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

Wonderful Location

What a lovely time we had for our family vacation. The condo was as pictured and the location was fantastic — so close to the pool, the beach and all things Palmetto Dunes! Communication with the owners was great and we had zero issues of any kind. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Amazing Villa

We had a wonderful time during our stay. The hosts checked in with us before hand to make sure we had all the information needed and were easy to contact during our stay. The space was perfect for our family of 8. We loved the easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne P.

Great Stay

Loved the villa, and the location is awesome for access to any of the Palmetto Dunes amenities (Golf, Tennis, Alexanders, Beach House etc. etc.). Only minus is the proximity of the condo to the road (time on the balcony is a touch noisy). Recommend this villa for an amazing stay. We had Great time, at a great place, with great weather too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri w.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

Our family had the most incredible vacation in Palmetto Dunes. The Resort is a lovely family friendly resort that had everything we needed. Bike rentals, general store, Omni Hotel was a plus with great restaurant and beach bar; all within walking distance of the villa.The villa was spacious, well equipped, and tastefully decorated and clean! Beds were super comfortable, water pressure was great (always hot water) and kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Hosts were attentive. We would definitely book this villa again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carley S.

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

Wonderful Place

Great spot! Lots of walkable and bike-able places! We came for a family vacation and enjoyed every minute. The kids loved the beach and pool and the provided beach toys were a hit! Amy was very helpful for everything! Everyone in the group wants to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Beautiful home in the perfect location!

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. The owners were great! They reaching out before and during our stay to ensure our needs we met. The house was beautiful, well-maintained, and in the perfect location. I would absolutely recommend this property to others and would most certainly stay here again. 5-stars!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great property

Property just as described. Great communication with host. Clean and the perfect amount of space and location for myself and mother with my four children (11 and under)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michaelene L.

Beautiful Villa

We have rented two other villas in the Moorings, and this one by far is the cleanest and most beautiful. The owners were very responsive and great to work with. The villa was comfortable and the proximity to the beach is perfect. Also appreciated that pets are allowed. Hope to rent again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

another wonderful time in Hilton Head!

This is our third time staying with Amy and Jeff and the second time at this property. It works so well for our family, including grandparents, parents, a toddler and an infant. We've already booked our stay for next year. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amy and Jeff Sattler

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We live in the Cincinnati area and have been traveling to Hilton Head for many years. We love the peaceful location of the Captain's Cove. We love being across from the beach, but having more of a home feel on the lagoon!

Why they chose this property

This townhome is professionally decorated, and all the little touches of home have been added! You will have everything you need here to make your stay comfortable! Whether you work from home, or love to cook, our home will feel like your home.

What makes this property unique

Private villa! No hassle with stairs, large building, or elevators. Park right out front and walk in! Amazing lagoon views! All the ammenities of ocean front but the feel of your own home!

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