Charming Waterfront Car House - Vacation rental home in Beaufort, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 3
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 1000 square feet

This beautiful waterfront carriage home on lady’s island overlooking factory creek, is on a one acre elegantly landscaped property, mins. from downtown Beaufort and the low country sea islands. There is a 150’ walkway, pier home, and floating dock for fishing. The waterfront view of a 2000-acre marsh, rivers, and creeks is spectacular.
Beaufort is a historic southern town surrounded by sea islands. The intra-coastal waterway, the Atlantic Ocean and a myriad of rivers and creeks wrap the islands with sunrises and sunsets unlike any other. It was named “best modest southern town” by southern living, “southern dream town” by Garden & Gun, “6 terrific towns on the water” by money magazine, and “American's happiest town” by coastal living magazine
Beaufort is an ideal vacation area, located just 12 miles from the ocean at Hunting Island, an hour from Hilton Head, Savannah, and Charleston. Its treasured coast includes the historic towns of Port Royal, Beaufort and Bluffton as well as Hilton Head Island. It is also made up of many smaller islands rich with the history and heritage of both the revolutionary and civil wars. Visitors are included a rich experience of history, culture, dining, annual events, cultural festivals, arts and outdoor recreation.
Henry chambers waterfront park winds along the glistening Beaufort River with a vista of marsh islands and waterways. Horse-drawn carriages transport through yesteryear in “the point”, an antebellum neighborhood where handsome mansions stand beneath moss-strewn oaks. Excellent eateries and boutique one-of-a-kind stores line historic bay street. Whether its fresh seafood, southern-style cooking or Gullah cuisine, there is a wide selection of local eateries to choose from. For the past quarter of a century Beaufort has served as the backdrop for many major motion photos, including Forrest Gump, the Big Chill, the Prince of Tides, and the Great Santini.
The carriage home is freshly constructed, and features a roomy living area with Satellite TV, High Speed Internet, separate bedroom with queen sized bed, full kitchen with bar, bath, laundry, and a gorgeous vaulted ceiling with professional interior design appointments. The living quarters are on the second floor of the Carriage House.
The waterfront and pier home are all available to guests. A full- service marina is located 1/4 mile from the property on Factory Creek. Animals may be allowed under special circumstances.

About the Area

Located in Beaufort, this cottage is in the city center and on the waterfront. Beaufort Museum and USCB Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Spanish Moss Trail and Westvine Drive Trailhead. 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

• Restrictions apply
• For more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

How to find the best Beaufort, SC vacation rental experience:

Get the most from your rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Beaufort. To find the best value, consider shifting your family's Beaufort, SC vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Beaufort, SC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have discounts for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to choose and book your prefectrental:

• Begin by choosing your the best vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Charming Waterfront Car House has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before booking the vacation home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, filter your search for a rental that allows animals. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages aren't linked to your family's stay, make note of any problem areas during check in. Contact the property manager right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.