453 Tarpon - New to VRBO! Resort Access Always Inlcuded! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to 453 Tarpon, a beautiful canal-side getaway located at the end of Tarpon Blvd, just steps from Beach Access #27. This home offers a relaxing and breathtaking escape, setting the stage for the ultimate Fripp hideaway.

Spanning two stories, this home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, providing comfortable accommodation for families or groups. You'll find two inviting bedrooms on the main floor, including a master suite featuring a cavernous walk-in shower and king bed for your utmost comfort. Adjacent to it, another bedroom with a queen bed grants access to a balcony, offering serene vistas of the surrounding landscape. Downstairs are two additional bedrooms and a bathroom, one with a king bed and the other with two full beds, ensuring ample space for your family.

Embark on aquatic adventures straight from the dock with the pair of complimentary kayaks, enabling you to discover the waterways and immerse yourself in the calming beauty of the canal scenery. Additionally, indulge in outdoor fun with cornhole and utilize the five bicycles, along with indoor entertainment options like board games and shuffleboard.

One of the most convenient features of the home is the elevator, making unloading and packing simple.

Getting to know Fripp Island:
Located 20 miles from Beaufort, South Carolina, Fripp Island is a gated, private island, comprised of about six and a half square miles. The vistas from Fripp Island are unlike others in the Sea Islands, as Fripp is the most seaward of them all.

Take advantage of the many amenities that Fripp Island has to offer. Fripp Island features a multitude of food and drink options for your enjoyment. With two championship golf courses, five pool complexes, 6 pickleball courts, 8 tennis courts, and three-and-a-half miles of uninterrupted beach, Fripp Island is an unspoiled treasure. The island also has a full-service deep-water marina, bicycle, paddleboard, kayak, boat, and golf cart units available.

Fripp Island is a designated wildlife sanctuary and is also home to many whitetail deer and other spectacular animals. You will be sure to see them as you enter the island gates.

Guest Cards Included:
Also included in your rental are up to 10 guest cards, a value of up to $500! These cards are required for access to all resort amenities including eateries and bars, pools (opened year-round), golf, pickleball, tennis, exercise center, and more. For current hours of operation please visit our Hours of Operation page on the Resort site as some hours adjust seasonally.

Your unit is outfitted with a starter set of essentials like toilet paper and paper towels. Springtide Market & Deli (located at the front of the island near the guard gate) stocks all essentials needed for a longer stay as well as groceries, grab-and-go, liquor, beach accessories, and much more!

Consider the option of golf packages for monthly units, providing an opportunity for an extended stay with access to high-quality golfing experiences. Secure your beachside getaway today and entirely embrace the coastal lifestyle, appreciating the conveniences of home and resort amenities right at your disposal!

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Fort Fremont are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Adventure Cove and Coastal Discovery Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Unless pet friendly property or owner approved.

Our top Rental home tips and tricks:

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

• In the Beaufort, SC area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Summer months are high season in Fripp Island. Book your rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the property 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 the bestvacation home:

• First and foremost, have your group choose the best dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. 453 Tarpon - New to VRBO! Resort Access Always Inlcuded! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the property owner before you reserve your rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what configuration is suitable for your trip.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More considerations:

• Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• During arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.