Beautiful Home, Water View, Golf Cart included, Amenity Cards Available. - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

859 Water Oak Cove is a cavernous 4 bedroom, 3 full bath home, located on a lagoon in the center of the island, with simple access to all amenities, making this the ideal location for a family vacation. This home was refreshed, adding 2 new bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor, a huge screened in porch overlooking the lagoon, and a giant outdoor shower.

Our private neighborhood pool, complete with a full sized tree home, is just around the corner.

Fripp Island features 2 championship golf courses (“100 Finest Golf Resorts in North America” – by Links Magazine). Our Ocean Creek Course was remodeled in 2013 with new paspalum turf, so thick and smooth it acts like tiny tees holding your ball at precisely the right height. Come play the same turf the pros played at the PGA Championship!

We have 3 1/2 miles of unspoiled and uncrowded wide beach.

8 clay and 2 hard tennis courts – lighted for play after dark.

The marina offers many water sports, including fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding.

The beach club offers Starbuck’s coffee, ice cream, pizza, chicken, sandwiches, shopping, exercise center, business center, other pools and tennis.

We are a short walk or golf cart ride from the beach, the marina, and other resort amenities. Or you might hop on the golf cart for a 5 min. trip to either of the championship golf courses.

Amenity cards can be ordered for additional cost. They are required for access to the eateries, golf, tennis and pools other than our neighborhood pool.

Four seat golf cart is included with rental.

WiFi (wireless internet).

Guest conveniences cards are available for an additional charge giving renters full access to all Fripp Island facilities. There are two 18 hole golf courses (green costs apply), Olympic-size pool, adult pool with beach bar, Cabana Club lagoon, and ten court tennis club (court costs apply), exercise center, bicycle units and multiple eateries. Through the marina you can rent a kayak, SUP, or book a dolphin watch cruise. Cards cost $50 per person per week Memorial Day through Labor Day and $35 per person per week the rest of the year. Kids 13 and up must have their own card. In order to go to the Island eateries all members of the event must have a guest card unless under the age of13. PLEASE NOTE! the new resort owners have instituted a 12.8% fee for the use of the resort amenities (AKA BUYING AMENITY CARDS), They will be calculated on the amount of money you are paying for your rental. The resort fee will be charged in addition to the cost of the individual club cards for access to the resort amenities.

Renters who do not wish to purchase guest luxury cards can still savor the beach, the private neighborhood pool for Sawgrass renters only and all the pretty natural areas of the island WITHOUT paying the new 12.8% fee.

Thanks for your consideration.

If you LOVE Hilton Head, but don’t like the Hilton Head hordes, Fripp Island is your kind of place!

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Penn Center and Red Piano Too Gallery are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Ocean Point Golf Course. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the best rental home experience:

How to get the best value:

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To book the most suitable rental within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Beaufort, SC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Choose a group leader, select your vacation dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Beautiful Home, Water View, Golf Cart included, Amenity Cards Available. has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking pages. If not, contact the property owner before you book your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You'll need to work out what configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Put the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of issues.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During arrival, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a wonderful stay? Many rental managers make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.