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
• Non-smoking property
• Pets welcome (restrictions apply)

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 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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Royal Skateboard Park and Cypress Wetlands, while Beaufort Museum and USCB Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

• Pets allowed
• Dogs only
• 2 per room (up to 50 lbs)

Strategies to get the perfect vacation home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of SC. To get the best value, try changing your trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Beaufort, SC visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, travel guides have offers and deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Selecting the best rental in the Beaufort, SC area:

• Begin by selecting your the best vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group 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 Beaufort, SC rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the host before reserving the property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Know before you go:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of concerns.
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• Record any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Re-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address 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.