Stunning Oceanfront Fripp Island Home! - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! - Vacation rental home in Fripp Island, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 6 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3263 square feet

416 Tarpon is a beautiful two-story oceanfront home located in the heart of Fripp Island. This six-bedroom, four and 1/2 bath home is ideal for bigger families, as it comfortably accommodates up to 14 people. Features include an open floor plan with a 2-story wall of windows to the ocean, a newly modernized kitchen with all brand new appliances (2024), walk-in showers in each full bathroom, WiFi, dual zone HVAC systems, and new Intelligent TVs in the living room and all bedrooms (except for the bunk room). These Intelligent TVs allow you to stream your favorite shows via all the fashionable apps, including the Xfinity Stream app for local cable channels. There is a Sonos sound system with 2 speaker zones, one in the living room and one outside on the deck. All you need is to do is download the Sonos app and connect to the home WiFi to play your favorite tunes!

The best feature is the sizable open deck with a private boardwalk leading directly to the beach. The cavernous deck is equipped with a gas grille, outdoor dining area, plenty of lounge chairs, 2 couch sets, 2 pergolas for ample shade, and an outdoor shower.

Layout:
The main floor has 1x King bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, 1x ocean-facing Queen bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, 1x Queen bedroom (without an ensuite bathroom), and 1x half bathroom. The second floor has 2x ocean-facing Queen bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, 1x bunk room, and a laundry room. Please note the bunk room has 4 beds of non-standard sizes and some may only be suitable for modest kids (bed #1: 34.5" x 74", #2: 34.5" x 63", #3: 35" x 67", #4: 30" x 61").

Unfortunately, this home does not accommodate family pets.

Guest Cards Supplied:
Also supplied in your rental are up to 14 guest cards, a value of up to $700! 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 striking wildlife. You will be sure to see them as you enter the island gates.

Please ask us about Golf Packages for Monthly Units!

About the Area

Located in Saint Helena Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fripp Island Beach and Sunset View Park. 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.

Getting the best Beaufort, SC vacation property experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Fripp Island. To find the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants.
• The earlier your group can book, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies supply Beaufort, SC area travel guides which will include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and pick the best Beaufort, SC vacation home:

• Start by selecting your potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Stunning Oceanfront Fripp Island Home! - New to VRBO! Resort Access Included! has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, email or call the property owner before booking the property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what is best for your vacation.
• If there's an individual Beaufort, SC attraction you simply love, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or could be applied to your invoice.

Have a great stay:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all of your things. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on great ratings to drive new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.