TideWatch - A First Class Property. Spectacular views of the Beaufort River. - Vacation rental home in Port Royal, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1372 square feet

NEWLY RENOVATED PROPERTY - Please see our other 2 properties for Reviews of our Personal Quality and Character (Vacation Rental By Owner - 912215 & 1256916). Do NOT miss booking this adorable bungalow. Totally refreshed + additions! Formerly rented under "Shipwright Cottage" and was nearly always rented; sometimes a year in advance. Unique, non smoking home on the Intercostal Waterway, impressive vistas from the master bedroom, great room, kitchen, dining room and river deck. 150 slip Marina, ships store and (restaurant, "Marker 244" next door)
The home is very sunny, bright, breezy and well appointed with a Coastal Lowcountry historic & beach theme, a little jewel. 2 Bedrooms, 2 full Baths plus a Queen Lazy-boy sleeper. Upgrades include new tile or refinished hard wood floors throughout. Upscale furnishings, window treatments, kitchen appliances, new Sealy Posturepedic linens, new vented gas fireplace, both exterior decks have been rebuilt and new painting throughout. THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL RENTAL, there are very few like it. Very clean, with tons of special touches.
Pass your time sitting on the river deck reading a book from our library with your favorite drink or just watch the dolphins and boats pass by on the waterway or the the ospreys and pelicans diving for fish to feed their young. You can walk to the marina in just a min., have drinks with lunch or dinner at the "Marker 244". You can even charter a fishing boat there. LOWCOUNTRY LIFE AT IT'S FINEST. This is a unique rental property.
TideWatch has one of the best vistas on the Intercostal waterway. From the water front deck one can see both bridges, 2 marinas and downtown Beaufort. The Yacht & Sailing club sits across the river with sailboat races weekly. TideWatch is the only home on the Village river bluff with the Kitchen, Dining Room and Great Room facing the waterfront. The river deck has table seating for four with plus additional seating,, a chase lounge for sunbathing, and a cooking center with Weber Gas Grille. Have your meal under the motorized awning on the river deck. Low Country Living at it's best! TideWatch is 5 mins. from Parris Island, Downtown Beaufort, Port Royal and golf courses. 60 mins. to Hilton Head & Savannah,GA. 90 mins. to Charleston. Got a boat? This is the ideal place to rent - The Port Royal Landing & Marina is next door. You could see your boat from our river deck!

Beaufort & Port Royal, towns both rich with history! Discovered by the Spanish in 1514 and chartered by the British in1711. Having flown under Seven Flags and known as the "Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands". In 1562 Captain Jean Ribaut, a French Huguenot sailing for Spain established the first settlement with 150 brave settlers on what's now Parris Island which he named Charlesfort. He said upon his planned return to Spain, "NO FAIRER OR FITTER PLACE TO BE". This still holds true today!

Come for a visit, stay awhile, you won't be disappointed!

P.S. Tenants staying at any of our three Beaufort/Port Royal properties guests earn a discount if they want to stay at the mountain home in Pisgah Forest/Brevard, N.C. Please Goggle Vacation Rental By Owner, search #1646978, The White Squirrel Lodge (32 miles Southwest of Asheville,N.C.) Also, while we've not had any issues there is a Ring doorbell camera installed to catch porch pirates. This security camera is not viewed unless there is an issue.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Port Royal Landing, a neighborhood in Port Royal. Beaufort Museum and USCB Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cat Island Driving Range and Sanctuary Golf Club. 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

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Getting the best rental experience:

Get the best value:

• June, July, and August are high season in the Beaufort, SC area. To find the best value, shift your family's Beaufort, SC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, management companies supply Beaufort, SC area travel guide magazines which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose and book the right Beaufort, SC vacation home:

• First, have your family select the best dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. TideWatch - A First Class Property. Spectacular views of the Beaufort River. has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before booking the home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is right for your vacation.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

More considerations for your visit:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a fantastic stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property manager was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was defective and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.