Rooftop Deck w\/ 360 views just across from beach access - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome! 413 Tarpon has 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, a huge well-equipped kitchen with bar seating for 6, dining table seating for 10 and seating for 6 more at the enormous table on the screened-in porch. The main and upstairs levels have wood floor. There are 4 king beds, 1 queen size bed, one day bed with a trundle (located in upstairs loft area off the master suite) and two day bed loungers (located in the basement bedroom in addition to the King sized bed). The home sleeps up to 14. The front of the home has an elevated porch with rocking chairs. The master bedroom has a cavernous bathroom with his and hers vanities. There is a private bar area adjoining the master suite with private deck to the front facing ocean. To the rear of the home on the master level, a sizable sun deck provides the master bedroom with two chaise lounges and a circular outdoor tanning couch. A spiral staircase off the master bar area leads up to the rooftop deck for viewing the ocean, sunrises, sunsets and brilliant observations at nighttime for star gazers. The master bedroom has a 60" flatscreen, the main level has an 80" flatscreen, terrace level has a 52" flatscreen. All the rooms in the home have ceiling fans. There is ample parking via a 3 car garage and huge driveway. The backyard is large enough for a volleyball court and has a seawall. The private dock accepts canal and ocean access via boat launched from floating pier head. Beach access #24 has no steps and is directly across the street. The beach and ocean are only 100’ from the front door. Fishing and crabbing at the dock on the tidal canal is convenient with a cleaning station and nighttime lighting for late nighttime fishermen.

Ask us about golf carts, bicycles, mopeds, boats or luxury cards for you and your guests!

PLEASE NOTE: Fripp Island Resort has implemented a 12.8% resort fee for guests who wish to purchase amenities cards. Club cards are required to appreciate any of the Fripp Island Resort conveniences and they are available for purchase with this property. If you opt to purchase cards, the new 12.8% resort fee based on the rental amount before taxes, cleaning and other costs will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual Club cards. (Club luxury cards needed for guests 13 years and older. Kids under 13 do not require a card.)

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Saint Helena Island. Ocean Creek Golf Club and Ocean Point Golf Course 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 and Coastal Discovery Museum. Adventure Cove and Hilton Head Zipline are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Fripp Island rental booking tips:

When to reserve a Beaufort, SC rental home & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, change your family's Beaufort, SC vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guide magazines that include special deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting and booking your prefectrental home:

• Select your vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Rooftop Deck w\/ 360 views just across from beach access has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally available on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property manager before reserving the rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what is suitable for your vacation.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs applied to your contract.
• Visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental

Know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• To make certain damages are not attributed to your family's stay, make a record of any problem areas during check in. Contact the rental manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.