Ocean Views Galore! 5 star reviews, easy beach & pool access. Cards, cart incl! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3700 square feet

Our 5-star reviews say it all......Footprints is the ideal getaway and heaven for your vacation! From the moment you arrive, the home is designed for your fun and enjoyment!
Footprints in the Sand features the best of both, marvelous ocean vistas in the front of the home along with extraordinary expansive vistas of the Ocean Point Golf Course behind the home. Guests consistently rate Footprints with 5-stars and most say it is the finest vacation rental home they've ever experienced and that Footprints "Feels like home". The housekeeping team ensures the home is pristine upon your arrival.

I designed and constructed the home to include every feature I felt was missing in a vacation rental. All rooms have vistas of the ocean and either access to a private balcony or the huge Southern porches. The main floor has an exceptional open floor plan with a huge family room, half bath off the entryway, open dining area and sizable master bedroom and ensuite master bath. The roomy and well-equipped kitchen is designed for sizable family gatherings with tons of counter space for helpers, double stainless steel ovens, dedicated ice machine, French door refrigerator and an additional tall mini refrigerator for overflow groceries. Chefs appreciate the kitchen and a Weber grille is also available for outdoor cooking! The Master is upgraded with Posturepedic linens, high quality sheets, hypo-allergenic pillows and flat screen t.v.,. The humongous ensuite bath has an ADA seamless tile shower, soaker tub and a nice walk-in closet.

A golf cart along with four high quality adult cruiser bicycles (plus bicycles for the kiddies), nice quality beach chairs, beach wagon, beach toys and high quality beach towels all come complimentary with your rental. If your stay is seven nights or longer, two weekly luxury cards are supplied. Additional cards can be purchased through me, unlike other Hosts on the Island. The new owners of Fripp Island have added a mandatory 12.8% fee ( of the base rental rate only) for ALL PROPERTIES on the island.

The new exercise center is open and our beach access is less than a 2 min. walk to the best beach access on the island with an painless ramp (not a long boardwalk) for strollers and walkers! Don't be fooled by busy "center island" or Tarpon locations, with no room to spread out and no beach at high tide. All pools are less than a 5 min. golf cart ride and faster by car.

If you need to work remotely and we hope you don't....but if you do...... there's a dedicated desk in the upstairs loft also with exceptional vistas while you work.

Times are stressful and Footprints in the Sand is the ideal place to get away, relax and detox on this private island we call "Heaven"! We strive to ensure your safety and housekeeping adheres to CDC guidelines for cleaning and all duct work has been cleaned and sanitized for added comfort!

Footprints in the Sand is a professionally designed and decorated 5-star rated home by over 70 guests with phenomenal beach and wildlife vistas! House is designed with hotel quality floors, quartz counter tops/sinks/faucets in kitchen and all baths, new fireplace surround, freshly painted etc. Appreciate our close beach access to go back and forth to the home when you're at the beach! I LOVE the beach, but hate packing the "stuff" for a great vacation. No worries, we provide toiletries like a hotel, hair dryer in each bath, all linens, a golf cart, beach chairs, beach towels, beach wagon and bicycles for all ages! Exploring the island in our golf cart or on the striking bicycle paths makes for the ideal vacation. What better way to get away!

Our Property Manager and Housekeeper are top-notch and use CDC recommended anti-bacteria products to keep Footprints sanitized and clean! To assist in contact complimentary amenities cards, our property manager even delivers your luxury cards prior to your arrival at no additional charge and is available and responsive during your stay. Our goal is to ensure you have the best and safest vacation possible!

We're proud to be chosen by Vacation Rental By Owner as a Premier Partner! This cavernous showcase home sits across from the Atlantic Ocean at Fripp Island, named in Southern Living Magazine's top 10 picks for the "Most Amazing Island Getaway in the U.S."!


Our beloved author, Pat Conroy’s wife/author, Cassandra King, and her 'Same Sweet Girls' group have rented/stayed in our home numerous times and adored it!

Many of our guests say this is 'The Finest' home they have ever rented on Fripp! See our guest comments.....

- Across the street from the ocean, the first floor offers an inviting open plan ideal for family gatherings...with kitchen overlooking dining room and family room. Dining area opens onto back deck overlooking the golf course! Master is on the main floor, is handicap accessible and features an broad bath with ocean vistas.

- Family room equipped with 56" flat screen tv, has 30'ceilings with enormous 2-story bay windows that look out to the 5-star 'Ocean Point' golf course, lagoon and striking wildlife! Footprints also sits next to a private lot that has become a bird sanctuary, ideal for you bird watchers!

- No matter where you are on the first floor, you can be a part of the conversation while appreciating the ocean breeze and smelling the Island's scent!

- Lots of places to getaway for peaceful moments and the kids can appreciate our Game Room equipped with a foosball table, T.V./DVD with hook ups for Play Station, X-box etc. and a giant chalk board wall for the little ones to draw their masterpieces!

- Create amazing meals while smelling and hearing the ocean through the enormous windows in the kitchen. Kitchen is well-equipped with stainless double ovens, tons of counter space, French door refrigerator and an additional mini refrigerator for added grocery storage!

- Savor meals cooked on the Weber grille and served outdoors on the large table (seats 6-8 in addition to another table that seats four) while overlooking the 8th fairway and wildlife!

- Upstairs has four comfortable bedrooms, each with a uniquely appointed beach décor and all bedrooms have flat screen TVs!

- Two bedrooms face the ocean each with Queen beds, their own vanities/toilets and share a Jack and Jill shower. One of the Queen bedrooms has an additional twin bed. Both rooms open to the upper front deck looking onto the Atlantic Ocean where you can also savor the sunrise! A twin air bed and pack n' play are available as well.

- The other two bedrooms view the golf course and have two twins in each room and if you'd prefer you have the option to convert the twins to a King! Each room has their own vanity and toilet, share a Jack and Jill shower and supplied with a high quality hair dryer. These bedrooms have their own private balconies to admire the ocean and sunsets as well!

We manage our home like an modren hotel, furnishing all the baths with toiletries, hotel quality towels & linens for total pampering! Our property manager lives close by to ensure everything runs smoothly during your vacation.

'Footprints in the Sand' is a pristine home that is exceptionally decorated with a cozy beach flair and has been included in Fripp Island Resort’s 'Tour of Homes'.

Handicap-friendly with secured WiFi, The yard is ideal for croquet, badminton or volley ball and the kids appreciate to roller blade and ride bicycles in our circular driveway too! One of our recent guests even had her bridal reception in the backyard overlooking the golf course and the sunset!

Come and enjoy this unbelievable vacation home!! All you have to pack is your personal items....we provide the rest!
Home can be rented Sat-Sat or Sun-Sun except during the Summer Season, when rental is Sat-Sat. We offer a lot of features and conveniences that most units don't, so you and your group can enjoy an impressive vacation!

Come enjoy "Footprints"..... our Paradise and the ideal getaway from today's challenges! We would be honored to host you!

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is next to a golf course and by the sea. Penn Center and Parris Island Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Adventure Cove and Coastal Discovery Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Pirate's Island Adventure Golf and Hilton Head Zipline. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best Fripp Island rental experience:

Finding your best deal:

• To find the best value, shift your family's Beaufort, SC trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area travel guide magazines which include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with 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 the best vacation home in the Beaufort, SC area:

• Start by having your family decide on a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family needs. Ocean Views Galore! 5 star reviews, easy beach & pool access. Cards, cart incl! has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you book the property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Is your family looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Note any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the host. 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 need instructions for a fireplace, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• 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 resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent feedback to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.