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. Appreciate the striking 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 invigorating 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 sizable 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 impressive 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 supplied 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 extraordinary 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 Pirate's Island Adventure Golf 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.

How to get the best Fripp Island vacation home experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• In the Beaufort, SC area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Summer time is high season in Fripp Island. To find the best value, shift your family's Beaufort, SC vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Some property management companies offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Beaufort, SC area travel guide magazines which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Filter your rental search:

• Start by choosing your the best vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. 796 Marlin Drive - Resort Access Included! Private Pool! has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. Otherwise, email the property management company before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what configuration is suitable for your group.
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a pet-friendly rental. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a specific Beaufort, SC attraction you love, keep an eye out for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to stimulate future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.