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Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only

Vacation home near Isle of Palms Beach in Isle of Palms

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A wooden deck with seating and a view of a marina.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a staircase.
A spacious living room with wooden floors, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin with a covered porch, large windows, and a deck.
A wooden kitchen with a bar area, stainless steel appliances, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 961 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Isle of Palms, SC
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Marina
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Isle of Palms

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Isle of Palms vacation home, you'll find Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach. Isle of Palms Marina and Isle of Palms Recreation Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Isle of Palms Beach - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Front Beach - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Isle of Palms Marina - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Isle of Palms County Park - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 14 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 32 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Joe's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Windjammer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Refuge - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only

Island Retreat! Full of character and charm, this Goat Island home is the perfect vacation retreat located on the Intracoastal Water off the Isle of Palms. The island is unique in that it has no automobile access and is surrounded by Marshland. The house is located only a few minutes boat ride from the Isle of Palms Marina.

To rent this home, you must:
1. Have your own boat with you to access the property, or...
2. Rent a boat through the IOP Marina. Special rates for Island Realty guests.
3. MUST BE 25 years of age or older, ID will be required.
4. Currently there is NO OVERNIGHT TRAILER PARKING at the marina. Please contact the marina for questions on trailer parking options.
5. Call in for availability & rate details - this property is not bookable online
6. All trash must be removed from Island by renter (no dumpsters have to take home with you)

Goat Island House has the following amenities:

3 bedrooms: 2 with king beds, 1 with a full size bed.
3 baths: 2 with Jacuzzi tubs/showers, 1 with regular tub/shower.
Fully equipped kitchen: large Refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, blender, dual fuel range, gas grill, dishwasher.
Central air and ceiling fans in all rooms.
275' pier w/20' floating dock.
Screened front porch with sound system and picnic table.
Big back deck with hammock.
DirecTV with surround sound. This home does not have internet service.
Linens included.

Guest pays $100 clean fee for stays less than 1 week. Pet Friendly for Dogs with $300 pet rent. Please give us a call to reserve your stay with one of our Vacation Planners!

Vehicle Capacity: If you are trailering a boat ,please contact IOP Marina for information on trailer parking. (The Marina CURRENTLY DOES NOT ALLOW OVERNIGHT TRAILER PARKING)

---LAYOUT---
First Floor:
Storage Area
Second Floor:
Kitchen
Living Room
Bedroom One: King Bed w/ full bathroom
Bedroom Two: King Bed w/ Full bathroom
Bedroom Three: Full Bed
Third Floor:
Lofted area ladder to access
Loft one: Full bed
Loft two: Twin Bed

*This is a Sunday – Sunday rental from 6/1/25 to 8/16/25; 4 night minimum in offseason.* Does not accept discounts during times of promotion*

***No outdoor fires or fireworks permitted and all trash must be removed from Goat Island
*LIC-8-16-157645 Permit# ZSTR-03-21-00328*

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 654 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Lovely Secluded Home Goat Island Private Access Boat House
Lovely Secluded Home Goat Island Private Access Boat
Lovely Secluded Home Goat Island Private Access Boat House
Lovely Secluded Home Goat Island Private Access Boat House
Lovely Secluded Home Goat Island Private Access Boat
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.1 mi (42-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi (5-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach and 1.6 mi (5-min drive) from Front Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only to downtown Isle of Palms?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Isle of Palms.

Lovely secluded home on Goat Island; private access by boat only Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and comfortable. First time at this house but 4th time staying on the Goat. Great location and a lot of fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Goat Island

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was clean, comfortable, and fantastic location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend Couples Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was excellent.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Bedroom

1 king bed in loft.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Goat Island house was perfect for our large family to have a great vacation experience. We had a great time and are hoping to stay again next year. The management team was very helpful as we planned our first stay on Goat Island. The property was as described. It was well-appointed and well-maintained. Pictures don't do it justice! Bring your boat and water toys, and have a great time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rest and Relaxation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our trip was perfect! The dock was the best. We sat out on it every day and enjoyed the beautiful view. The house was the perfect size for our 2 families. The description was exact on property. Location across from marina was great. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy a peaceful place! Island Realty was great. Checked on us and made the entire check in/check out process simple.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second year staying at Goat Island house. Love the exclusivity of being on an island yet near the marina and restaurants. The boat is always in the water and ready to go at a moments notice. By the way, there is good depth of water at the float dock at low tide so exiting at anytime is a good thing. From our dock, we travel the ICW north and did some great fishing in Bulls Bay or traveled south to Charleston Harbor and Shem Creek for dinner. Priceless!!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

First time Gost Island experience.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time staying at this house. It is a beautiful home .We recommend bringing some more towels as there were only a few .we thoroughly enjoyed the dock and the screened in porch. The cleaning at the house could have been better. Dirty footprints in the bath tub and dirty wet blankets left in the washing machine started to sower causing a smell throughout. This would not stop us from renting again. The house is in the perfect location for taking trips to the islands by boat. Great memories with our children.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Manger was very accommodating and let us check in a few hours early. He answered all our questions a few days before arrival. There were plenty of extra propane tanks for the gas grill or propane stand for boil. We were able to fit a 17' skiff on the front side of the dock, 2 jet skis on the side and a small jon boat on the backside of the dock. The pierhead is covered and great for watching the boats go by. At lowtide there is usually 2-3 feet depending on the moon cycle. High tide was usually 7-9 feet. The screened in porch with large yeti cooler was great. Be sure to keep the screen doors locked to keep the critters out. In addition to the 3 bedrooms are 2 large lofts, both with beds and a couch and enough room for an air mattress. This is a great location as it is 200 yards from the marina with easy access to shuttle visitors back and forth. It is also only a 10 min boat ride to Capers beach and about 3 minutes of idle speed before you are out of the no wake zone headed north on the ICW. This is our 3rd visit to the property and we are never disappointed. Great house and a even better location! Recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is a great space for family gatherings or quiet get-aways. The house is well-stocked with all of the necessary items, and was very clean. Our family enjoyed lots of time on the dock, on the screened-in porch, and appreciated the wrap-around deck. Great house and location on the Intercostal Waterway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We love Goat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 4th stay on Goat and can't wait until next year. Favorite family weekend of the year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Goat 3825 Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, very convenient to Marina. We will be booking the place again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our favorite trip of the year.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here twice now and already booked for next year . Perfect getaway ! Easy location across from the marina too .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A true low-country experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great stay at the Goat Island House. The house was very clean and well stocked,and the beds were very comfortable. Really enjoyed sitting on the dock in the evenings watching the boat traffic. If you want a real low country rental this is the place. Cannot wait to rent it again!! Also Island Realty is an excellent company to work with.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Goat Island Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely perfect getaway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Never Disappoints - fabulous as always!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my favorite place to getaway with my family! House is wonderful and perfect for all ages to unplug. We look forward to returning next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great week!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was fantastic and met all of our needs. Would love to do it again next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our 2nd year in a row, family stay-cation, at Goat Island House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this house/location. It allows our family to be together, in one place, with peace and beauty all around us. The dock and it's design remind us of our old home where I raised my children, on the south side of town, Stono River. For the 2nd year, we have celebrated my son's birthday there. We alert our friends of where we will be, and so many stop by throughout the week and say Hi! These familiar fishing waters allow my son and his friends to jump on the boat anytime to go fishing. It is dreamy in that regard! We hope to come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Close enough to perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you want posh, go to the Ritz. If you want a true authentic lowcountry experience, this is the place. The dock is topnotch, the home has all the space you need, the wrap-around porch is irresistible, kitchen is stocked and the 5ft long yeti kept the beer cold all week! Can't think of one complaint except we had to go home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Close enough to perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you want posh, go to the Ritz. If you want a true authentic lowcountry experience, this is the place. The dock is topnotch, the home has all the space you need, the wrap-around porch is irresistible, kitchen is stocked and the 5ft long yeti kept the beer cold all week! Can't think of one complaint except we had to go home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spent 4 nights at the Goat Island house and couldn't have been happier with the place. Great layout for a couple of families with kids. Spent every evening on the covered dock and nights enjoying the spacious screened in porch. Floating dock was perfect for our 21' boat and we made regular day trips up and down the ICW, and to the marina store across the way. Cooper made sure we had everything we needed and was quick to respond with questions about check in/check out, etc. Will definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Best Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved this relaxing place so much! Had everything needed for a fun weekend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Goat 55 - A’Birthday Celebration

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful place to spend time with family on the water with just the right remote feel, yet convenient to take the boat on waterway day excursions and to the mainland for any needs. Will return!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely fantastic! Exceeded all expectations

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I cannot say enough good things about this house! My family had a wonderful time. The house and property were beautiful and larger than I anticipated. The house was very clean and the management company was exceptional! They made us feel right at home and checked in to ensure we had everything we needed! What a gorgeous view and relaxing weekend with our family. The moment we walked into the house we started planning our next visit there!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A few nights on goat island were just what the doctor ordered. The house is well stocked and furnished, and just plain comfortable. Best water around.