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Heart of Port Royal/minutes to Sands Beach/Parris Island and Historic Beaufort

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Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Port Royal, SC
  • The Sands
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bay Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Beaufort, SC (BFT-Frogmore Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Heart of Port Royal/minutes to Sands Beach/Parris Island and Historic Beaufort

This Duplex is beautifully decorated and furnished with a guests comfort in mind. Located on a corner complete with its own entrance, porch and patio, this Duplex was designed and insulated so you never know the owner is next door. The kitchen is well stocked with all you need to make a Thanksgiving dinner, including a Margarita Machine. The front porch encourages “front porch sitting” to watch the friendly neighbors go by.
This home is 2 bedroom 2.5 bathrooms. All bedrooms are located upstairs with their own on-suite. There is a TV in the living room as well as each Bedroom. The master has a king bed and the 2nd bedroom has a queen size bed. This home sleeps 6 as There is a sleeper in the living room

The Palmetto Moon Cottage is located in the Heart of Port Royal, a wonderful walking community. Close to water and a wonderful walking/biking trail

Entire home

I am just a phone call/text away
You will fall in love with this home and all the detail. Come visit. Relax! Renew! Rejuvenate!

Property manager

Sally
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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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
Check in 4pm Check out 11am
6 person max, Min rental age 25yo, No Parties or large gatherings, no pets, No Boats or RVs
No grills or open flames. No vehicle washing

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Royal

Located in Port Royal, this holiday home is near the beach. Cat Island Driving Range and Sanctuary Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sea Wolf Charters and Coastal Discovery Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Royal, SC

What's nearby

  • The Sands - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cypress Wetlands - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bay Street - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park - 10 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ryan's Famous Pizza & Subs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Traditions - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fat Patties - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Agave Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Port Royal/minutes to Sands Beach/Parris Island and Historic Beaufort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heart of Port Royal/minutes to Sands Beach/Parris Island and Historic Beaufort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Port Royal/minutes to Sands Beach/Parris Island and Historic Beaufort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Port Royal/minutes to Sands Beach/Parris Island and Historic Beaufort located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lowcountry Estuarium and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. The Sands and Cypress Wetlands are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry O.

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

Marine Graduation

This is a perfect place to stay for Marine recruit graduation. Literally 5 minutes from the base . Great food and hospitality within a few blocks . Madison’s was our favorite for lunch . Thank you to the host for accommodating us and all the kids loved the game on the porch . Much appreciated host .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen C.

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

Wonderful Neighborhood

Cozy and comfortable home to stay in. Was very nice location. Neighborhood was wonderful and friendly. Walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Wonderful stay

Loved the place. Cozy and warm. Easily located to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Wonderful stay in Port Royal

We really enjoyed our stay in Palmetto Moon Cottage, a very welcoming home with lots of thoughtful touches by the owner. Lovely but homely decor throughout the house, all facilities very comfy and as per description. Excellent location for peace and quiet, yet within walking distance of Port Royal attractions and easy drive to surrounding area. Host very welcoming and good communication. We hope to visit again in future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerri D.

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

Perfect place for Marine graduation

Loved the decor, 2 and a half baths and comfortable bed. Great amenities. I'd stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Walking distance to a number of good restaurants. The place was very clean and had everything you would need. No complaints and we would love to come back and stay again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yhoanyy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

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

Perfect!!

It was perfect!! Exactly what we needed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fain D.

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

Great spot

Accommodations were wonder and location was excellent for our needs!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Awesome location

One block from Fishcamp on 11th. Close to Sand Beach and the catwalk. Close to Hunting Island State Park and beach and the Penn Center. It was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

A pretty good spot

This little apartment in Port Royal was one block from Madisons restraunts, one block the other direction to Fishcamp on 11th. (You have to google those, and then you have to go there1) It was minutes from Hunting Island State Park, the lighthouse, the Penn Center. We took a short day trip one day to Fort Sumter, and another to downtown Savannah. It's just an awesome place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra D.

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

Cutest place to stay!

This was a super clean, convenient and cute place! We were in town for a Marine basic graduation. When we weren’t on base, which was super close, it was a great place to relax. Very well stocked with kitchen supplies and anything else you could need. We walked to the beach and found shark teeth, had great ice cream on the walk back. I did have to email and request check in information and then there was some confusion with addresses and door codes information between that and the text I got but I figured it out quickly. They were fast to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was immaculate and the area was very peaceful. Small town was walkable and had whatever you need. Sally was a very gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roni B.

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

Everything you need …

The cottage is exceptionally well-equipped with every possible kitchen item you might need including spices. There were extra hangers provided, as well as cleaning supplies, games, puzzles, and books. The owner was very accommodating and attentive as well as being friendly!
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni W., Toms River, NJ

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

Exceptional

Very clean, exceptionally equipped kitchen. Easy check in and out. Wonderful time spent with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie S.

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

Charming Temporary Stay: Perfect Location, Clean Home, Safe Area!

We recently moved to the area and stayed at this rental for a month while looking for a home. The location was perfect, the house was clean, and the area was safe! Our experience couldn't have been more positive. We wholeheartedly recommend it!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine s., Hardeeville, SC

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

May trip

awesome location and house, Sally was great in helping us out and it was very nice to meet the owner. :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Duplex property

We had an OK stay in this rental. The location is nice and surrounding area easily walkable. This property is a duplex . The description lists it as an entire house, but truly, it's a duplex with shared walls, which normally I wouldn't rent. It's mentioned that the homeowner lives "next door" rather than stating it's a duplex. Also, the pictures on VRBO show a cute secluded patio with red umbrella and nice patio furniture, but that area was not at all as pictured. It was more of a storage area and not set up for use, so a bit disappointing. That was one of the reasons we chose this rental. Other posted pictures of the house also are not updated, although the interior was generally fine. Just not as pictured. I had a business meeting and the internet connectivity wasn't great, so I'd suggest finding an alternative location if you have a virtual meeting. Small details like several burned out lightbulbs and several missing rods on the window blinds, making them difficult to open & close were noted. Overall, our stay was OK...but a little different than previous places I've rented.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon N.

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

Awesome!

We had a wonderful month. This property is located close to wonderful attractions, yet very peaceful area
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kalie P.

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

So cute and super clean!

This home was beautiful! It was incredibly clean and very comfortable! Very close to Parris Island! It matched the description perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S., Frankenmuth

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

Beautiful

Very Cozy!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mae G., Waynesburg USA

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

Red Door Rental - Palmetto Moon Cottage

Very nice, comfy home-like experience. ANYTHING you need is on-site -- from fully furnished kitchen down to a playpen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S., Connelly Springs us

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

Fantastic stay

This place was great very clean you really didn’t have to take anything with you except your clothes everything was furnished for your stay. It was so peaceful.We would definitely recommend staying there. Thank You!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

Family Vacation

This was our first year staying in house instead of a hotel. We loved it!!!! The past 4 years we have traveled to Port Royal/Beaufort for vacation. This property is in walking distance of a few of our favorite things! The Sands Beach is no more than 2 minutes away. The Fish Camp on 11th (resturant right on the water; a must try) is right around the corner. Everything went smooth. Sally was an awesome host and so kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome, Restful week!!!

What a fun stay! The owner met us upon arrival and made sure we were settled in, then just let us know that she was available if needed. The house was spotless and big enough for our family to enjoy a week of R&R. Centrally located in Port Royal Proper, getting around was so much fun with the golf cart we rented locally. Restaurants were all around us and many were in walking distance. There is a new Brewery just a block from the home. The Sands and boardwalk were just a short cart ride away and provided hours of relaxation (and there is a local beer garden there as well. We had a great time and will definately stay again! Thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sally

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I have been hosting vacation rentals since 2006

Why they chose this property

I built this Duplex in 2002 and originally rented this side long term. I turned it into the Palmetto Moon Cottage in 2006

What makes this property unique

I've stayed in my Palmetto Moon Cottage, after I turned it into a Vacation home, as I wanted to see if it had everything a guest could need. I live next door. I personally take care of all aspects of this Vacation Home and I believe it shows in all the small details.

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