About this Property

Low Country living at its premium! You’re just mins. from Parris Island to see your Marine graduate or to visit all the Lowcountry has to offer.

This glamourous, historic 2 story home is located in the heart of the Old Village of Port Royal. The history and heritage of Port Royal come together in this handsomely restored 100-yr. old home!

The 3 bedroom home sleeps 6 and includes 1 queen-size bed and 2 full-size beds. The bedrooms are located on the second floor along with a generous bathroom including a combination vintage claw foot tub and shower.

The master bedroom is voluminous and provides access to the private second floor porch. The porch has wicker chairs and a rocker to savor your morning coffee. Like the master bedroom, the beautiful second and third bedrooms are furbished in antiques and feature vintage linens, quilts and lace window treatments. A full size washer and dryer are effortlessly located on the second floor, adjacent to the bedrooms.

Tastefully appointed, the home blends local history with 21st century comforts, including a 40" flat screen TV with cable access, Free Internet Wi-Fi and central heating and air conditioning. A enormous living room welcomes visitors and a sizable kitchen and dining area is well-appointed with refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker and toaster. Additional 1/2 bath on first floor.

The historic home includes double front porches shaded by a charming Spanish moss draped live oak tree. Both the upper and lower porches give outdoor seating. This home is ideal for relishing the mild southern climate and marsh winds. Pull up a chair, sip on a glass of southern sweet tea and sit awhile.

The home provides one off-street parking spot in front of the home with additional parking in the rear of the unit.

Located just 2 miles from the gates of Parris Island makes this home an ideal location for families and friends who are attending the graduation ceremonies at Parris Island.

The home is comfortably located in the Old Village of Port Royal, the heart of the town’s historic district. Visitors with a soft spot for natural outings and ridiculous vistas will find plenty of local attractions to discover, starting with the Cypress Wetlands, a delightful slice of coastal environment that includes snowy egrets, wood ducks, great blue herons, and a variety of other migrating shorebirds via a number of winding trails.

You can find antique and consignment stores and an eclectic mix of eateries and coffee stores along Paris Avenue. The streets in this area are all named after the capitals of countries who, at one point or another, tried to claim the area. Visitors will walk along London (where the holiday home is located), Paris, Madrid and even Edinburgh Streets.

A brief walk from the home takes you to The Sands and Boardwalk, Port Royal’s own beach for lovely Battery Creek vistas. The Sands Beach, with its considerable long wooden pier and modest sandy beach, is a famed spot for amateur archaeologists to dig for shark's teeth and other oceanside treasures. A tower is also located on site, which is open for climbing visitors, and presents exceptional vistas of the Port Royal landscape. You can appreciate the public beach and climb the observation tower for spectacular expansive vistas of the water, marshes and Parris Island. The Sands has a public boat launch if you want to bring your boat.

A one of a kind hidden jewel, Port Royal combines genuine southern hospitality and living with street music events and festivals, stores, eateries, the Sands Beach, Cypress Wetland Preserve and much more! A photogenic coastal town that offers miles of vistas, entertainment and postcard-ideal beauty!

If you can tear yourself away from Port Royal, a 10-min. drive will find you in Beaufort where you can discover whimsical stores, art galleries, rent stores and a variety of cares, bistros, coffee stores and fine eateries. Shop along Bay Street, lunch at one of the waterfront eateries and adore the spectacular vistas of the Beaufort River.
Traveling 30 min. from Port Royal is one of the most fashionable and dazzling beaches in South Carolina, Hunting Island State Park, a 5,000 acre park with 3 miles of natural beach. Charleston, SC and Savannah, Georgia are located roughly an hour from Port Royal.

A special place, come visit and make this 100-yr. old historic home, your “home away from home”.

Money Saving Rental Tips

• Many property management companies and rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area promotional travel catalogs which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or via a partnership between the property manager and the business itself. These guides provide a great start to your rental search.
• Are the travel dates flexible? Shoulder seasons offer terrific discounts.
• Active Duty and veterans of the U.S. Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to check with property management company to see if your travelling crew is eligible for a price reduction.
• Is there a specific activity that you are mainly getting excited about ? If there's a certain Beaufort, SC activity which you just love, be on the lookout for properties that cater especially to your needs.
• Rental companies and individual rental home owners typically offer their guests the chance to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base rental price, provides travellers reimbursement of their rental costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unplanned hotel stay or additional gasoline.

General Vacation Rental Advice

Some people are surprised to learn just how many rental properties are offered in Beaufort, SC. Rental home accommodations have gained in popularity with the rise of international search sites like Tripadvisor and VRBO.

Virtually all rental properties in Beaufort, SC are privately operated and many are represented by established local rental management agencies. For property owners not directly involved with the management of their rental, management companies are instrumental in helping vacationers with making reservations, checking-in, cleaning, as well as repairs and maintenance problems that may occur.

Here are some ideas and strategies to help you navigate the vacation rental search and reservation process.

Searching for and reserving the best rental property:

Do you believe "Just 2 mi. to Parris Island & Beaufort, Walk to Beach & Shops - Sleeps 6 - Wi-FI" is the best rental for your upcoming vacation? Look over this guide to ensure it fits all of your needs.

Search Early and Frequently

Beaufort, SC vacation homes start booking very early. For the greatest selection, begin your planning and search Six-12 months prior to a trip. Holiday gatherings are a great time for family groups to plot their Summer family trips..

Find your Area and Decide Dates

Start by picking which specific area of Beaufort, SC you want to explore, and the choose dates you'll be vacationing.

Just How Much Rental Do You Need?

How many relatives are planning to share your trip? Remember that that many vacation rentals advertise maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in the living area. It is important to figure out what is acceptable for your company. Specific descriptions of bedrooms and beds are commonly available online. If not, communicate with the property manager before you book.

Establish Your Budget

Make sure that "Just 2 mi. to Parris Island & Beaufort, Walk to Beach & Shops - Sleeps 6 - Wi-FI" suits your budget *during your desired week*. Make sure you get cost-sharing commitments from loved ones prior to reserving a costly vacation property. One member of your group will have to be given the task of collecting contributions and acknowledging responsibility for the whole rental price at time of booking.

Let's Talk Amenities

What amenities is the group interested in? Are you looking for a rental property with patio dining area? Are you more interested in wildlife or night life? Will the rental have bikes and beach toys available during your stay? Build a list of priority amenities to help filter your search.

Accessibility and Special Things to consider

Do members of your party have special needs? If wheel chair access, elevators, pool lifts or other special devices are necessary, factor that into your search. Most vacation rental postings will include a list of amenities.

Think About 4-Legged Family Members?

Make sure you include your best friend! Animals are welcome at a number of vacation homes, but guidelines can vary. A number of limitations may eliminate a prospective rental home. Study your contract carefully! Extra fees may apply when animals are included. Ask questions *well before* you book!

Its Time to Search

. In combination with Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we suggest searching Google for "Beaufort, SC local vacation rentals" for local rental management companies. Local property management companies proudly offer a superior rental experience.

Negotiate

When you've identified the rentalhome of your dreams, double check to make sure your vacation dates are available.

While not true for all rental properties, many owners and property managers will negotiate rates. If the price isn't negotiable, the number of nights might be. Off-peak season offers your best opportunity to negotiate a reduced rate.

Read the Total Contract

Find out which of the following is included in your quoted rate:

• Electric bills
• WIFI Access
• Phone service
• Pool and hot tub heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Cleaning services and housekeeping
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance policies
• Key exchange
• Parking Space

Get a total that includes taxes, animal and other extra fees.

Cancelling your Rental property

Cancellation policies vary with each rental. You will likely be offered trip insurance. Trip insurance guards the renter against emergency situations and weather events, It gives peace of mind should tragedy strike.

Complete the Reservation

When you think you've identified "the one", start the booking process. Do not forget that most rental contracts will require a considerable rental deposit and/or security deposit to cover the property owner.

Where to Get Help

Make sure that you get the property manager's contact phone number and entry/exit procedures for your vacation property. We recommend saving the contact's information in your smartphone and wallet.

Good job on booking your rental home! You're on the way to a phenomenal vacation!

During your Stay

• Take pictures at your arrival. Take notes of any wear and tear immediately after you arrive. Call the property manager immediately to report your findings. This may prevent disagreements during check out.
• Should there be any ambiguity about vehicle parking, rules of the house, condo access, swimming pool operations, etc... we advise you ask the property manager immediately. A quick phone call helps prevent many problems.
• Remember to be a good next-door neighbor. . Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by vacationers next to your home.
• Ask a local. Local people can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best areas for shopping?
• Make certain to protect the property owner (and your things!) by keeping the vacation home secured while you are away, just like you would at home.

When its Time to Leave

• Tidy up a little bit. Despite the fact that you're paying a housekeeping fee, The vacation rental needs to be in good shape. Kitchen sinks filled with dirty dishes, excessive sand on the floor and sticky messes should be taken care of before leaving.
• As soon as everything is out, do a walk-through of the rental to verify no damage occurred in the course of your remain. If at all possible, do this walk-out assessment with the property owner present. If the property owner is not available, make sure you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did you enjoy yourself? Virtually all rental sites ask for comments after your stay . Property owners and property managers will appreciate your positive critiques. If anything was disagreeable and they did not correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the rental was not as described, you will want to make it a point as part of your critique.

Learn from your Stay

Did they love their rental? Maybe everything ended up being ideal and you are happy to reserve the property for next season. If not, you have gained invaluable rental search experience to help with the next search.