Winter Availability! Waterfront, pet-friendly home with beach access, screened gazebo, and firepit

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January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Beach view

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Saint Helena Island, SC

Hunting Island Lighthouse
15 min drive
Russell's
8 min drive
Yemassee Station
62 min drive
Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
84 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront home on a secluded beach with screened gazebo and firepit. Pet friendly

Immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings of this waterfront home. Enjoy the stunning sunrises, private beach and dramatic views from the wraparound gated porch or relax above the waves in the Adirondak chairs on the rock seawall. Evenings can be spent enjoying the moonrise and multitude of stars at the firepit.

Carolina Sunrise features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main bathroom has been updated and the shared bathroom has been fully remodeled. The main bedroom includes a king size bed with foam mattress and a sliding glass door to listen to the waves as you drift off to sleep. If you need to work while at Carolina Sunrise, you can enjoy fast and reliable fiber optic internet. The other bedrooms include queen beds, also with comfortable foam mattresses.

The open living room has plenty of seating and the two sliding glass doors allow unparalleled views of the beach and St. Helena Sound. There is a flat-screen television with internet TV, including YouTube TV, Netflix, Amazon, HBOMAX, and other apps, or for more hands-on pursuits there are many books and games. Enjoy preparing meals in the updated and fully equipped kitchen. Serve your gourmet entrees at the six-person table, with additional seating at the counter. Or head outdoors to cook on the charcoal grill and dine in the screened gazebo with a six-person table. Be sure to play a few rounds of cornhole or horseshoes while you cook at the grill.

You'll also find additional seating and a hammock on the back deck. An outdoor shower is provided for your convenience as well.

As the name suggests, this home is perfect for sunrises and a fantastic place to fish and kayak. The beach in front of the home is ideal for shell collecting. Wildlife abounds here. Watch for dolphins, turtles, and many varieties of birds. Spend your days at Hunting Island State Park with one of the best beaches in the area with one car pass included. This home is a 10-minute drive to local shrimpers and farms and several local restaurants. It is 20 minutes to large grocery stores and the historic town of Beaufort is a 30-minute drive.

We encourage you to bring your four-legged friend, as dogs are accommodated for an additional fee of $300 plus tax, two dogs max. No events with a higher number of guests than the occupancy of the house is permitted. Please be advised that this home can accommodate up to 3 vehicles.

*Part of the charm of this home is that it is located on a sandy road, thus eliminating traffic and road noise, but on extremely rainy days may not drain like a paved road.

Please note that guests must be at least 21 years of age to rent this property.

Business License: BUSLIC: 016237/2024
Zoning Permit: ZONE: 002564/2023

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Butchers Island. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
10 minutes by car from Butchers Island and 15 minutes from Hunting Island Lighthouse

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Natural Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car required

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Ice maker
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Shower
Hairdryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

Furnished patio
Charcoal grills
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near the sea
On the waterfront

Things to do

Bodyboard on site
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Swimming nearby
Hiking nearby
Marina nearby
Kayaking nearby
Power boating nearby
Fishing nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher

General

Reusable coffee/tea filters

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: on request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Pet friendly Oceanfront Home With Private Beach Fire pit Gazebo

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Winter Availability! Waterfront, pet-friendly home with beach access, screened gazebo, and firepit Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Louis R.

7 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing beach vacation with pups

The house was just as described, check in/out process was seamless. We loved our time at Carolina Sunrise, took pups for long walks each morning, enjoyed a couple bonfires, explored the area & just relaxed. Highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devann D.

5 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and calming

This was the perfect ocean, beach without the hustle and bustle!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melodie B.

29 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great outdoor fun on waterfront

Cute house and great outdoor spaces! Loved the gazebo and spent a lot of time in it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute home and great view!

Communication with Natural Retreats was fantastic. House was well appointed, spacious and comfortable. Sunrises were amazing!! Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

5 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation Spot!

This house, location and area was perfect. We enjoyed everything about this vacation. We will be back to this area, its everything we wanted for a peaceful, relaxing vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin and Suzanne R.

24 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Adventure in Saint Helena

We enjoyed our stay at Carolina Sunrise, with gorgeous sunrises, beach front home, daily walks with pups. A short drive to Hunting State Park with an endless beach to walk, collect shells and see the sites. The downtown of Beaufort had wonderful eateries, waterfront park and shops. The only thing I would note as a rental, the home is not stock with any condiments for cooking or toiletries items. You need to bring or buy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

2 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

November vacation

The location was amazing. Right on the beach with beautiful sunrises! Took long walks and found so many shells! The bird feeder was a great surprise. So many birds visited daily and the variety was incredible! Can’t wait to come back!!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

12 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Time!

Love staying at this house! Just a great spot with alot of great features! The fire pit is great, the sitting area out front by the water is great for catch unbelievable sunrises and the wraparound deck was great for our dog.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria F.

27 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful accomodation

This property is in excellent condition and tastefully decorated. The local management team was very attentive and easily reached if needed. In addition there were many thoughtful extras throughout the property. A gazebo, a wraparound deck, a fully equipped kitchen, well stocked, and interesting bookshelves, a game/puzzle cabinet, hair dryers, a dog crate and even seed for the bird feeder! A very quiet, relaxing location right on the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori P.

20 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

We had a wonderful time. The sunrises were amazing. We saw dolphins and deer. I heard a Great Horned Owl before sunrise on the beach. We enjoyed the walks on the beach. Hunting Island was a favorite for swimming. The deck at the house was perfect for our two dogs; the gates made it easy to have them outside with us. The screen porch saved us from the bugs. The kids enjoyed cornhole and set up a badminton net on the beach at low tide. Natural Retreats was outstanding with their communication and even called a couple days before the trip to make sure we were all set. Thank you so much for our great vacation destination for 2023!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celeste L., Lexington, SC

11 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get Together

Great property, beautiful views and lots of privacy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn N.

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

July Getaway

Great location, house and amenities. St. Helena's Sound is gorgeous and the house is set up with various locations to watch the ocean. We brought our pup and the porch and gazebo was perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

3 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house!

This house is awesome! It is everything we expected & more!!! We will definitely rent it again!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

WOW! That about sums it up!

What a peaceful, beautiful and tranquil setting. So close to the ocean you can hear the tide at night while you sleep. Everything was just perfect. The wrap around deck was such a plus so we could let our schnoodle dog run free. My husband kept saying he'd would definitely want to come back. This was our first time in the Beaufort, SC area and we enjoyed exploring the area. Great restaurants and the Cypress sanctuary was delightful. The huge old, old oak trees covered in moss everywhere was just amazing. If your looking for a peaceful, relaxing place to recharge your batteries or bring family along. This place has it all! Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R., Evansville, Indiana

7 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and private with lots of special touches!

St Helena Island is a special place. This was our second visit and this time, we brought my husband's parents. When my husband and I stayed a few years ago, we chose St Helena because it's the halfway point between Charleston and Savannah, and we wanted to tour both cities. It's a fairly easy drive. We always stay in very nice houses, but these homeowners truly thought of everything! My mother-in-law is an avid bird-watcher and we were thrilled and surprised to find bird feeders with extra feed in the closet, binoculars and several books about the birds found in the area!! I love to whip up cocktails and bring my own supplies because very rarely do vacation homes have everything you need. These homeowners even had a muddler! The house itself is very charming and comfortable but the outdoor area . . . heaven. I'm an early riser and was treated to the most spectacular sunrises every morning! We also saw dolphins and what we think was a small shark swimming right in the front of the house. We ate at many of the local restaurants and they were all great. We had a wonderful time making memories with his parents. A big thank you to the homeowners for sharing their amazing beach cottage. We hope to visit again soon!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie B.

16 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure joy

This stay brought us nothing but pure joy. As others have said, the pictures don't do it justice. There's a new sectional couch (different that the 2 love seats we saw in photos) and we loved it, made the room comfortable for all of us. Someone commented that if it had been more than 4 adults it would have been tight. That couldn't be more wrong! We had us, and our 3 adult (ish) kids and one's girlfriend and we never felt cramped. The outside space blew me away. The landscaping alone was beautiful with trees, plants, all of it just beautiful. The red amaryllis bloomed while we were there. There were great bird watching opportunities just from the deck in the front. The gates around the deck were perfect and kept our doggie close. We moved the deck box to block going all the way down and it was great. We loved that it was dog friendly as our dog had a BLAST!! It was her first trip to the ocean. A neighbor had a super friendly dog and liked to visit, and leave presents. It wasn't too terrible, but we did mention it. The beach in that location was perfect for walks. There were a few people around, but very few, it was so peaceful. The master bedroom, with sliding glass doors allowed me to wake up early and check out the sunrise. The kitchen had EVERYTHING we could have needed. Super well stocked. The artwork all over the place was INCREDIBLE. Seems like a silly thing to comment on, but the maps, fossils, photographs and more gave the place a feeling of home. Books, and games were plentiful. The property management team was so wonderful to work with. Texting with them was easy and they were always super responsive in helpful ways. They starter packs in the bathrooms and kitchens were greatly appreciated and enjoyed. Take out from the Seaside Bar and Grill was quick and easy, and allowed us to eat from the deck. We could not have asked for a better stay. If we ever win the lottery and win big, I would buy this property in a heartbeat, lol Thank you to the owners for keeping and sharing such a wonderful home, and thank you to the management company. I'll remember this trip as one of the best.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer t.

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break

Wonderful to see sunrise/sunset on the beach. The beach had so much to explore and the house is a reasonable distance to attractions! Very much enjoyed the friendly property help and our stay

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyndra R.

12 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Beach Getaway!!!!

This place was absolutely gorgeous and amazing. It was a great getaway for our family and two dogs. This home was a very clean pet friendly house to stay at. Our two fur babies truly enjoyed their stay as well. I appreciate that there wasn't a weight limit on dogs for this rental. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

23 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Great Vacation

What can I say. Accommodations were great! Location was spectacular with the beach out back and sitting area right above with the Adirondack chairs for viewing the stars at night and listening to the waves. Wrap around porch was great for our dog so she could come out and sit with us and enjoy as well. We did enjoy a fire in the fire pit as well. Very relaxing. All in all great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

27 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

This place is amazing with the best sunrise’s

Pictures do not do justice. This home is absolutely beautiful on the inside and outside. Had the best experience from check in to check out. Made the best memories with my family . We got to see some dolphins, sting ray’s, crabs and a shark. Thank you so much for letting us have the pleasure to stay in your beautiful home. We look forward to our next stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

21 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Favorite Spot

This was our third time staying at Carolina Sunrise. It is a very special place with so many great memories now! The porch is amazing, we appreciate the labels on everything and the beach is so unique. Thank you for sharing!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

13 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A Wonderful Escape

We visited St. Helena for the first time last year (at another Natural Retreats location a few doors down) and, after falling in love with the area, came back for more. Hunting Island is like Jurassic Park with a nice beach and lighthouse - seriously, we play the theme song every time we drive in the gates. Downtown Beaufort is beautiful at sunset and has excellent restaurants - Breakwater is our absolute favorite and we loved Panini's as well. There are also excellent nearby restaurants like the Foolish Frog and Johnson Creek Tavern. Foolish Frog was our favorite lunch spot last year and it was the same again this year. What we didn't know until the last day is that dinner at the Frog is a step up to fine dining and almost rivals Breakwater in Beaufort with a high end menu. And closer to the house...well played, Frog. We could tell from photos and descriptions that this home was going to be perfect for our first vacation with our 9 month old baby girl and for my parents to join us for a few nights of the week we were there. But it even exceeded our expectations. The morning sunrises and beautiful views up and down the shoreline are spectacular, especially with the lot next door being natural/undeveloped. The home is very well appointed with pretty much every amenity you could want and hotel quality for most including comfortable beds, linens, etc. I lost count how many times someone said "man this place is awesome". Even the small things - like my dad was impressed to find a nice wand on the hose outside to wash his car. We had a couple dogs with us and the wrap around decks with gates (front and back!) were amazing - an absolute game changer for being able to enjoy the outdoor space with our pups. For a while we opened the gate at the back and just blocked the lower stairs so we (humans and dogs) could roam both the decks and gazebo freely. After just a couple days, it really felt like we were coming home every night after a day at the beach and dinner in town. Can't wait to do it again. We highly recommend Carolina Sunrise and plan to return again soon!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna B., Huntsville AL

29 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Spot on

The house was perfect for what we were looking for, exactly as described. We loved being on the beach, exploring with the kids and relaxing on the wrap around deck or patio. The Hunting Island pass was an added bonus, it is one of our favorite State Park dog friendly beaches. We would absolutely choose to stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

St. Helena

beautiful location! Was exactly as I had hoped - meaning I could literally walk down a few steps from the house and be on the beach. Well-equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds. Great getaway for our family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022