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Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Vanderhorst Plantation

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About the area

Kiawah Island

Vanderhorst Plantation stay.A stay at this Vanderhorst Plantation vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Kiawah Island Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Osprey Point Golf Course. Also, Ocean Course is within 3 miles (5 km) and Turtle Point Golf Course is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Course - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 13 min drive - 7.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 59 min drive - 56.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 71 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪River Room at The River Course At Kiawah Island Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Linnette’s - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪The Nest Market - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬14 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.

Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach

Enjoy a wonderful vacation in our gorgeous and stylishly decorated beach home. A quick 60 second bike ride or five minute walk puts you directly on the beautiful beach of Kiawah. Beach chairs, towels and games are all stocked and ready. Just pack your bathing suit!

Whether you like to enjoy an active vacation or want to luxuriate in a quiet time of restoration, our house is the place for you. The beaches and paths of Kiawah are perfect for running, walking, enjoying the warm water or relaxing with a book. Golf and tennis are easily accessible. Come home to enjoy comfortable and stylish furnishings, 4 flat screen TVs, a ping pong table for tournaments and beautifully furnished porches to enjoy the breezes.

Enjoy fishing? Try your luck at the dock on the marsh just out the back door. Crabbing here is great too. Looking for a day on the water? Let us know and we can share our favorite charter captains with you.

At breakfast, lunch or dinner, take advantage of the great dining available on Kiawah, at Freshfields or in Charleston. If you want to cook in, all the tools you need are included in the kitchen. Service for twelve, wine glasses, and dishware for serving are classic with enough beach theme to make your meals elegant and fun. Try a new recipe from our collection of southern and beach cookbooks!

Our five comfortable bedrooms give you all the space you need to spread out or invite friends and family to join you. The main house is laid out perfectly for groups with three bedrooms and lots of living space. The master bedroom is serene and comfortable with a king bed, cozy fireplace and chaise lounge. Adjacent to the master is a large covered porch complete with two Charleston swings - twin size and comfy enough for a long nap. The first floor guest room has a king bed and attached bath. The second floor guest room is perfect for kids or adults with two queen beds and attached bath. The guest house has two bedrooms outfitted with a king and two twins. The guest house also has a living area complete with seating and TV.

While we aren't lucky enough to live in the area, we do have wonderful property managers who are available should you need any assistance during your stay. We love Kiawah and want you to enjoy it as much as we do.

KI Business License # - RBL20-000173
Maximum 5 parking spaces

Keywords: walk to ocean, golf, tennis, Charleston area

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,500 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

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Gorgeous Home Close to Beach
Gorgeous Home Close To Kiawah
Gorgeous Home Close to Beach Kiawah Island
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Kiawah Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach to downtown Kiawah Island?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Kiawah Island.

Gorgeous Home 5 minute walk to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John M.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House

Fantastic house in a great location. We had plenty of space for our family, and the guest house provides a great setup for in-laws or older kids. Would definitely stay here again. Owner was super communicative and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great fall break in Kiawah!

I went down for fall break and brought four other moms and we had a blast! The house was perfect for our group and even better than the pictures. The location was perfect. Just a short walk to the beach. I will definitely be renting this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than the pictures

This house is gorgeous and it is such a short walk to the beach! Our family had plenty of room for everyone and thoroughly enjoyed our vacation stay at this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean D., Saint Marys

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and plenty of space

Great location for the house. It is quiet and a 5 minute walk to the beach. The island is beautiful and relaxing for sure. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Week

The most beautiful VRBO, I've ever rented and well stocked with needed items. The location was perfect to get to the beach. Our only problem was locking the doors, most nights we couldn't lock them even from the inside. However we felt safe in the surroundings. I would rent there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 Weeks at Kiawah

Nicely appointed home with quiet shady screen porches was exactly what we needed for our vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoEllyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family nostalgia vacation

The house and guest house were spacious and able to accommodate our family which included small children. The two screened porches provided nice outdoor space. It was an easy walk to the beach and to fishing on the marsh. The owner was helpful and responsive when I contacted them about a few maintenance issues. This was a nice place to indulge our nostalgia for the lowcountry.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week!

Our adult kids and our son-in-law had a wonderful week in Kiawah and the house was just perfect! My daughter and her husband loved having their own space in the guest house, and the bedrooms in the main house were large and had very comfortable beds. The living room was spacious and had plenty of comfy furniture, the kitchen table was large for all of us to enjoy meals or games together, and the kitchen had everything we needed. All bedrooms had their own bathroom, which was really nice. The screened porches are nestled in the lush trees and we enjoyed morning coffee out there, watching the birds and occasionally spotting the resident alligator in the pond. We walked to the beach (easy 5 min walk), but a bike ride would get you there in about a minute’s time. Despite being there during the week of the 4th of July, the beach was not crowded at all. It is a bit of a drive into the grocery store, but the house is located on a very beautiful part of the island so we just tried to stock up/replenish supplies when we were at Fresh Fields Village or going off Kiawah for other activities. We had such a great week and loved this house!! One small suggestion is to buy bags of ice as the ice maker ran out quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and great location

Our family enjoyed our Thanksgiving vacation in this lovely home. The location was just a short walk or bicycle ride to the beach which was a plus and extremely close to the Ocean Course which my husband and sons loved. The house was extremely roomy and the guest house was perfect for giving everyone their own space.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness

If you are looking for a beautiful peaceful vacation then this is the place to stay!

Kiawah is a beautiful pristine island. We enjoyed our stay. We rented bikes with beach carts. It was a quick and easy bike ride to the beach. The beach is not overcrowded like most beaches in the area. The house was clean and plenty of space for our group of ten. The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great stay at Kiawah

This was a very spacious and clean home, which included a two bedroom guest house. The living areas were huge and the home also had two large screened in porches. Kitchen was well equipped and we had everything we needed for our family of 8. Fun to look for alligators out the back windows! Great proximity to the beautiful beach was another plus. All in all a great vacation stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor V., Loveland

Liked: Cleanliness

Living the dream on Kiawah

This is a beautiful home. Checkin was easy. The home was extremely clean with all the comforts needed for a perfect vacation. The owners were very responsive and great with communication. This home is in a great neighborhood, close to the beach, with added bonus of a pond and a nearby dock on the marsh, if you want to experience a luxury stay on an amazing island, this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

anna w.

Spring Break Vacay

The house was lovely with ample room and sleep space. the screened in porch was awesome and allowed for great views and sounds during morning coffee. The kitchen set up well with ample cook and dining ware. Plenty of bathrooms. The location was idyllic -- like being on a tropical island. Short walk to the beach. If visitors are into golfing and biking the location may be more ideal. We sought daily outings and the distance to other spots and food shopping was lengthy. Cleanliness of home was OK but not to the level of cost of the rental--dining room table had chairs with covers that were soiled and needed to be watched, dirt and dust under counters, covers on living room furniture needed cleaning., patios needed sweeping. Also, the downstairs bedroom mattress was infested with bed bugs--one family member had substantive bites. This was not an issue that seemed to concern the owner which was disappointing. We left two days early due to two family members falling ill.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, peaceful setting with lots of room and easy access to the beach.

This house was absolutely perfect for our needs. We had our adult children, their spouses and our 9-month-old grandson with us, and the 2-bedroom guest house allowed the new parents and baby to have some quiet space but still be very close to the main house. The house was full of games to keep us entertained, and it was great being so close to a wonderful section of the beach. We owned a house on Kiawah for many years which was a little further from the beach and didn't realize what a difference it would make having the beach a short walk away. In the past, we focused on spending time on the golf courses, but on this trip we added a long walk on the beach each day to our activities which made our time there even more special.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect week!

410 Ocean Oaks was a perfect fit for our annual Kiawah vacation this year. Clean, well-appointed, and thoughtfully decorated- it was a comfortable place to rest after island activities. Having the 2 bedroom guest house really gave each family their own space to recharge. We had young children with us and they loved playing in the courtyard and riding bikes in the cul-de-sac. We were easily able to entertain friends for dinner. The beach is a short walk away and the location is ideal for uncrowded bike rides and beach walks. HIGHLY recommend this property. It really shows off what Kiawah has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness

great house for a big group with easy beach access

We love Kiawah and have gone there many times over the years. Lately we have been staying at various houses in Vanderhorst. But frankly its a pain getting the crew and equipment to the beach from most houses. this house is right across the street from the Kiawah owner's beach club and you can walk to Boardwalk 40 beach in 5 minutes. you could only be closer by being in a house on the beach. The house itself is spacious and nicely appointed with a huge master suite, good- sized guest bedrooms with comfortable bedding and bathrooms for each bedroom. The kitchen and eating area offer modern appliances and plenty of space for a large group. The main house has 3 bedrooms and a separate guest quarters has another two bedrooms, living area and bath. It offers a lot of options for housing a multi generational group/ family. The Coleman's (i mainly dealt with Dennis) were excellent hosts and were always accessible and helpful with our many questions. The Ocean Course is a 5 minute drive down the road- eating dinner on the patio is our favorite Kiawah activity. Being this far out gives you the opportunity to see the farthest out areas of the island. We had a great stay. Kiawah's beach is as nice as you will find in the USA.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margarete H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation house!

We had a wonderful week at this fabulous location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Allie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall great experience but had a few issues

My family and I really enjoyed our stay. It’s a lovely home in a great location. The house was clean upon arrival and check in was very easy. And Angela was quick to respond to any questions which was great. But there were a few issues we discovered the first day. First, there was no WiFi in the guest house, which we weren’t told beforehand. This was very important to us because my sister with a baby who needs quiet to sleep (why we put them in the guest house) has a WiFi enabled baby monitor. They were able to set up a hotspot with her husbands phone but then he wasn’t able to have his phone for hours during the day while baby was sleeping. The WiFi in the main house was also very spotty. We weren’t able to receive phone calls or send texts unless we walked out on the front porch. Several other issues we had were ceiling fans not working, the jets in the master bath tub didn’t work, missing light bulbs from lamps, and not enough towels for the amount of guests upon arrival. By no means did any of this ruin the trip for us, but when you pay >7k for a week in a house, these things should be taken care of before guest arrival. I will say that Angela was quick to address any issues she was able to fix though. She sent someone out to try to fix the fan but they weren’t able to. She also sent someone to fix issues we were having with the TV and had the property manager drop off more towels. But like I said before, problems like this really shouldn’t be a problem in the first place. On the other hand, some of the things we loved about this house were the amazing bed porch swings, the abundance of board games, a fully stocked kitchen, and the ping pong table in the garage. Overall, we were happy with our stay and had a great family vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Deana K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Perfect for our week away! So easy to get to the beach. Set up for the house was perfect for my husband and son who had to co to us to work from home while we were there. The house was lovely and the layout is a perfect one for extended family or multiple families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Genie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space

This is a wonderful home with plenty of space, beautiful furnishings and close access to bike trails and the beach. We enjoyed it thoroughly.

10/10 Excellent

Etta W.

Comfortable and relaxing atmosphere

While we enjoyed our stay, operating the tv remotes was less than optimal. We installed new batteries in the remote in the master bedroom but were only able to turn the tv on with it-unable to change channels. The charger in the master bedroom was not for that remote. By the way the kitchen outlet next to the sink (left side) did not work. There was no response when called the POC for assistance. We would recommend for others since we enjoyed our stay otherwise and found the accommodations very relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Beautiful home, excellent family vacation!

We absolutely loved our stay here. The home was beautifully decorated, and extremely comfortable. Screen porch was my favorite. Each of our three families had our own little space with a great common area. We rented bikes and bike trailers for the kids (highly recommend), and it was a very short bike or walk to the beach. The extra fridge in the garage was a huge help! Pantry had some extra staples, which was wonderful. We mostly cooked at the house and had everything we needed. We would definitely rent this house again. Also, we liked that the house did not have direct access from the back of the house to the lagoon so we didn’t have to worry about our little ones getting out near the water (you’d have to walk around from front of the house). Would recommend stocking up on groceries before you settle in since it is a 20-25 min drive to the Harris Teeter.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Great home for a group of friends.....

We had a great long weekend in Kiawah - perfect home for a girls weekend. A big thank you to the owners!! The house is well appointed, centrally located and very accommodating if you want to gather as a group or have a moment of peace.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marita G.

We loved our stay in this beautiful home on Kiawah Island, perfect for our family.

This Kiawah Island home was perfect for our family, comfortable, spacious, beachy chic decor, and a very private location in a court just a three minute bike ride to the beach. We have visited Kiawah for many years, sometimes twice a year, this home ranks at the top of our list. We absolutely loved that we could all fit around the wonderful, rustic dining table right off the kitchen overlooking the pond. Great View!! The ping pong table in the garage got a daily workout. Having an extra refrigerator in the garage came in handy for storing our water and drinks. The porch swings off the master were perfect for girlie chats or just relaxing after a busy day at the beach. Our grandson and son in law caught some nice redfish. We were lucky to witness 76 baby turtles leaving their nest and head for the ocean, with the help from the turtle patrol, great memories, lots of photos and fun!! We can't wait to stay in this great home again sometime soon. MG IN VIRGINIA