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Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby

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5 bedrooms, WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms2601 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Osprey Point Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

Vanderhorst Plantation stay.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Kiawah Island Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Osprey Point Golf Course with a stay here. Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Kiawah Island Beach - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ocean Course - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 52 min drive - 30.9 miles
  • College of Charleston - 53 min drive - 31.3 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 72 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Linnette’s - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Sports Pub & Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪FortyEight - Wine Bar & Kitchen - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby

Summary:
Governors Drive Getaway

The Space:
Enjoy true luxury at this multi-level home nestled beneath the trees on Kiawah Island. This home features with a private pool, a sundeck protected from prying eyes by a nine-foot wall, and a covered lanai for enjoying beautiful days. With multiple porches boasting fabulous views, you may want to spend most of your time outside. Between the flatscreen TVs, a beautiful kitchen, and cozy bedrooms, there is plenty of luxury to enjoy inside.

What's Nearby:
This home is only one mile from the beach and could not be in a better location! The Kiawah Beachwalker Park is thirteen miles away and Kiawah Island Golf Resort is only eight miles away.

Things to Know:

City/town permit number:RBL19-006749

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby to the airport?

Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby is 36.2 mi (64-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby.

Does Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby offer free breakfast?

Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby does not offer free breakfast.

What time is check-in at Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Does Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

How close is Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby to downtown Kiawah Island?

Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby is 2.8 mi away from Kiawah Island.

Multi-level home with private pool, lanai & enclosed deck - beach nearby Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Kiawah vacation

This was a great vacation rental for our group. Ample bedrooms, well appointed kitchen, and a wonderful outdoor space (they even added a large table and chairs with umbrella by the pool.). It was clean, and we felt at home. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seventh bedrooms did not have dressers in them. There were no hangers in closets to hang clothes on. The house really needed a very deep cleaning. There were spiderwebs all over some of the things were broken the door handles. The bedskirts had stains on them, which were disgusting. For as expensive as the place was, it was very disappointing. Also, we didn’t realize until we got there that we were not able to heat the pool. We would’ve happily paid to heat the pool, but that wasn’t even an option.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Luxury Home

This home was a gem in Kiawah Island, secluded and spacious with a private pool. Clean and well maintained, it was a pleasure to get away and be able to explore what Charleston and SC has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Unexpectedly Dirty

The house was not properly cleaned at all. We walked in and immediately had to vacuum the kitchen and wipe down the surfaces. There was dog hair everywhere, specifically on the side tables in the living room and the bedframes. There was still hair in the drawers in the guest bedroom upstairs. The upstairs primary bathroom shower handle broke off during use. The downstairs primary bathroom vanity had 2/3 lights burnt out. We have been staying on this Island for 20+ years and have never experienced this kind of carelessness towards a rental property. It's almost as if someone came in to clean and then simply didn’t!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Wonderful - all it said it would be. Room for everyone and pool was a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house in a great neighborhood

We really enjoyed our stay on Kiowah Island. The house was beautiful and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation!

Great home with lots of room to spread out. The pool was a must with the hot temperatures. It’s on the small side, but we still enjoyed spending time out there daily. Beach access was a little over a mile away so it was an easy ride on bikes. The kitchen was well stocked and house very clean. The only things we’d change are having some more dish towels and wash cloths for the kitchen and updated tv’s so we could stream. Overall it was a great home for our family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf Party Fun

The check in process was so simple. The house had every amenity we needed to enjoy our stay. The pool was nice. Beds were comfy. Enjoyed the golfing and a night out in Charleston. Overall a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House to Stay with Friends

This property has plenty of room and bathrooms to accommodate a tennis team of women. The pool and deck was a great place to gather and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Kellie G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Poor communication

We had a fire alarming chirping for 36 hours. We called the maintenance people and no one responded. We never found the beach towels or trash containers. The house had large dead bugs, carpet stains and didn’t feel that clean. It had a rotten egg smell. The pool was unusable cold and had no cover. We had a two year old and never felt safe. No toys or beach items available. Overall, it was a poor experience. We texted and called the maintenance company with zero response. We are still waiting for a response.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Great experience, everyone was happy !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Willie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Campbells

This was perfect for my daughter's grandmother's passing. So thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

jewell D.

The house wasn't that clean, and there was a bug issue .

The house wasn't that clean, and there was a bad bug issue. The vrbo staff was very helpful with addressing issues. The pool was great to have, and the home havd ALOT of space. The good forsure out weighed the hiccups of the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Everything was perfect the house was amazing and weather perfect what a nice island. Every time I texted you guys always responded what great service
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family house

Very comfortable home. Easy bike ride to Ocean Course Beach. Pool was great for little ones, especially after a hot day at the beach. We totally enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

Our family had a wonderful time again at Kiawah we loved the pool and per usual the beach is the best! We did run out of propane for the gas grill The extra tank was empty. And the living room sofa was hard on the behind!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenys A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home perfect for a group

I stayed at this property July 2021 with my 2 girlfriends and our children. Check in was very easy and the house was ready as promised at 4p. The house itself was perfect for our group. The pool was lovely (5 feet at the deepest), and was cleaned 2 times a week during our stay. The outdoors had an outdoor table with an umbrella and 4 lounge chairs with umbrellas. The porch has 4 lovely rocking chair overlooking the pool. The kitchen is lovely and the most well equipped kitchen I have had at a rental. Every drawer and cabinet are labeled so you know what goes in there. 3 bedrooms with queen beds and 2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds each. The mattresses were a bit soft and maybe a king bed in 2 of the rooms would be better (for those of us with stow away children. I did love the dual living rooms. A space for the kids and a space for the grown ups. There was plenty of space so that the tweens and teens had adequect private spaces. It is a really good value for the money and I would return in a heart beat. BTW the Ocean course is amazing but booked out well in advance we discovered if you go around 2:30 to 3p you can hit golf balls and you may be able to get a last minute 9 hole tee time. Beaches are amazing. For families with children beachwalker park is the only one with a life guard. Don't hesitate it was a great vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Pool sells the property

Overall, our stay was good. We come to Kiawah 2-3 times a year. But the house, as other reviews say, it needs work. Here are some high and low points: Communication: this was disappointing. I received an email that we needed to wait to check in until the property was inspected. I had texted the concierge around noon, asking about early check in and they said we needed to wait until the inspection. 4pm is stated check in time. Well, 4:30 rolls around, after the stated check in time and we go to the property. Still no email, text call giving us the go ahead to go inside, that an “inspection” had been completed. I called VBRO and they said to go in. This inspection email never came. Strange. I had also called because we wanted a broom and dustpan and had a question about the main tv, HD was not working and they said they said I would hear back in 24 hours. Broom for pool area which was covered I leaves. I never heard back. We did figure out the TV, kind of, but the TV in the master did not work either. (We did not use the main master so it was not a big deal.) Pool: pool states it is not heated and it is not. That said it is larger than I thought and a good outdoor space. After 2 days in the sun, good for the kids! But after 2 cloudy days - too cold to swim. Best part of the house. Actual space: Minimally decorated- which is reflected in price - so that is totally fine. It advertises queen beds and that is what is there. But a lot of damage to vents (little ones beware) - some almost completely open like in dining room. Arms of couches and chairs are damaged. Definitely needs to be painted and updated furniture. Again- I think the price is a little lower than other places bc of this, but it definitely needs updating and broken furniture needs to be changed out. As stated, master tv does not work. Kids beds upstairs super uncomfortable (you can feel the springs). But upstairs master was fine. Location: on Governors, but the noise is completely blocked out from high walls. Pretty close to to Ocean course and beach is drivable or billable. Cleanliness- it was okay. Carpet was definitely not vacuumed- and if it was- new vacuum is needed. Hard surfaces appeared clean. Smelled of stale smoke so we spent a lot of time airing out the house. The smell was a low point. Overall: I gave it 4 stars bc honestly, the lower price reflects some of what I mentioned. A little TLC, and it would be a great rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Travis A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family getaway

We always love when the advertisement is exactly what the property offers. The house was wonderful and the options on the island made our stay memorable. The one suggestion we offer is to upgrade the downstairs master to a king bed. We agree with other posts that although there are 5 bedrooms, since 4 are upstairs showing a common living space, the property may not easily accommodate multiple families who want there own space. Since it was just our family the kids LOVED having their own kid’s space upstairs with a stocked mini fridge and hang out space. There are some minor upkeeps needed on the grounds but that comes with any property. We would definitely recommend this house to anyone looking for a quiet, get away space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Amy V.

Perfect Pool area

We loved the pool as it was shallow and then had a deep section. Our toddler could enjoy the shallow area and play. The surrounding deck was perfect for sunning and grilling out. It was very private. 12 minute bike ride to Boardwalk 40 to enjoy the beach. Quick car ride to Osprey point clubhouse and also the Ryder Cup Bar for food and drinks. More outdoor lighting would be nice for entering the home after dark.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family spot

Overall, we were so appreciative of the hospitality by both the owner and the property manager. Kiawah is beautiful. It has a great bike ride route to the beach. We ate on the screened in porch every night. A few things to note - it's a small house for 5 bedrooms so you definitely don't want to have too many people (living areas are small). It had some odd maintenance issues that we couldn't fix while we were there because of COVID-19 (the handles on the doors fell off and some other strange things). That said, the property manager was incredibly helpful and responsive - if it wasn't during corona, I'm sure they would have come to fix right away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

4/10 Poor

Amy N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

This house has great bones but has been neglected. The pool area was a wreck - full of debris and leaves which my husband spent two hours cleaning. We requested a heater (generally available in Kiawah) and was told it was broken. The carpets were old and should have been replaced 10 years ago. The outside lights to get down to cars and driveway and not working making it extremely dangerous to come and go at night. The A/C was broken - and our upstairs guests roasted for the last two nights. The property manager was very responsive - sending pool guy out to clean (but couldn't fix the heat bc heater is broken) and A/C man out hours after I called. But clearly, this great house is not being kept up.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Miriam A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big House, Bare Bones

About a 20 minute walk to the beach. Spacious house with beautiful pool and patio. Bare bones, so be sure to bring extra detergent, soap, coffee, cream, beach towels, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great island getaway

While the house needs some cosmetic attention, the island surroundings made it unimportant. Somehow, even with beautiful trees all around the pool gets a full day of sun. We liked it well enough to consider going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019