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, gorgeous 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 beverages 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 Westvine Drive Trailhead and Broome Lane 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

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the best Beaufort, SC vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• Summer months are high season in Port Royal. To get the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Beaufort, SC area visitor guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting and booking your Beaufort, SC rental:

• Start by selecting trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. TideWatch - A First Class Property. Spectacular views of the Beaufort River. has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before you book the home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out what bed configuration is suitable for your trip.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the owner about your furry family members before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good ratings to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.