796 Marlin Drive - Resort Access Included! Private Pool! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 18
• 7 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2850 square feet

Beach Music at 796 Marlin Drive: Your Ultimate Island Oasis

Indulge in the ultimate island hideaway at Beach Music, 796 Marlin Drive, where every moment promises unparalleled relaxation. Savor the impressive vistas from the broad open deck, complete with a sectional couch and porch swing, creating the ideal setting for unwinding and embracing the relaxing coastal breeze. Delight in your private getaway, featuring an in-ground pool, ideal for exhilarating dips and leisurely afternoons spent basking in the warm South Carolina sun. Retreat to the expansive screened-in porch, offering comfortable sectional couch seating directly overlooking the 8th fairway of the Ocean Point golf course, providing the ideal backdrop for memorable moments with family and friends.

Discover the many delights of this second-row home, designed to offer an array of appealing features and amenities. Step onto the enormous front porch, leading into the roomy open floor plan that caters to diverse activities, ensuring that everybody can savor their preferred pastimes in the same inviting space. The kitchen, adorned with all-new appliances, bespoke cabinets, and granite countertops, invites you to create culinary delights while appreciating ocean vistas.

Sliding glass doors from the kitchen/living area lead to a screened-in porch that overlooks the shining pool and the beautiful Ocean Point Golf Course. Picture yourself calming by the pool or relishing a delicious meal at the pool deck table, offering the ideal spot for family dining. The dining area comfortably accommodates 14 guests, with seating for 10 at the huge table and an additional 4 at the kitchen counter. This home also freshly redid all the floor upstairs and has brand new wood floors throughout the entire home.

The first floor features two bedrooms with a queen and the other with two full beds. Connected to one of two master bedrooms featuring a king bed and a private balcony. Adjacent to this master, another king bedroom with its private balcony awaits. Discover three more bedrooms on the first floor, including a bunk room with full beds and an array of impressive games, as well as two queen bedrooms.

Stay connected with cable and internet (500bps) that have been thoughtfully installed for your convenience.

Guest Cards Supplied:
Also included in your rental are up to 18 guest cards, a value of up to $900! 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. Guest cards offer exclusive access to discounted prices on golf and tennis.

Your unit is supplied 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!

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, paddle board, kayak, boat, and golf cart units available.

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

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Ocean Point Golf Course and Ocean Creek Golf Club 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 Edisto Island Serpentarium are also worth visiting. 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.

Rental booking tips and tricks:

Getting the most from your budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal SC. To find the best value, change your family's Beaufort, SC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides have money saving offers on nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking your Beaufort, SC rental:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. 796 Marlin Drive - Resort Access Included! Private Pool! has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, call the property management company before you reserve the home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to inspire future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.