Oceanview Family Retreat in Daufuskie Island

Summary:
Welcome to your perfect family getaway!
- Spacious freestanding house with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, accommodating up to 12 guests.
- Spectacular direct ocean views from a large screened-in porch.
- Fully equipped kitchen, high-speed fiber optic internet, and cable TV for entertainment.
- Explore Daufuskie Island using rental golf carts or bikes, with abundant wildlife nearby.
- This property allows only electric golf carts.

The Space:
Experience the ultimate family getaway at the Daufuskie Beach Overlook House, where spacious living meets breathtaking ocean views. Imagine gathering each morning on the large three-sided screened-in porch, coffee in hand, as you witness a spectacular sunrise over the stunning Melrose Beach. This freestanding gem is not only one of the few beach properties that isn’t a duplex but also boasts the best beach view around. With four bedrooms and four bathrooms, this house accommodates up to 12 guests, making it the perfect setting for family reunions or festivities.

The thoughtful design of the Beach Overlook House includes multiple relaxing areas, three dining tables for family meals, and a well-equipped kitchen that ensures modern convenience. Enjoy a range of amenities including high-speed fiber optic internet, cable TV service available on five TVs, and a washer/dryer for your comfort. New additions of a daybed with a trundle twin bed and two new dining tables enhance your stay, providing flexible sleeping and dining options.

Accommodation Highlights:
- 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms
- Accommodates up to 12 guests comfortably
- Multiple seating/relaxing areas perfect for family gatherings
- A large screened-in porch with direct Atlantic ocean views

Modern Amenities:
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- High-speed fiber optics internet and cable TV for all 5 televisions
- Washer/dryer, microwave, barbecue grill, beach chairs, and umbrella
- The property allows only electric golf carts for transportation around the island

Nature and Wildlife:
Explore the serene beauty of Daufuskie Island, often referred to as "the island that time forgot." Take a golf cart or rent bikes to discover abundant wildlife, including majestic Great White Egrets and even the occasional sight of Bald Eagles. Long walks along the beach provide the perfect opportunity for healing and rejuvenation, while you may be fortunate enough to witness a Loggerhead Turtle coming ashore.

Unique Island Experience:
Accessible solely by ferry, Daufuskie's isolation offers a truly unique experience away from the hustle and bustle of mainland life. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance and learn more about this captivating island through local tours and adventures.

This property provides everything you need for an old-fashioned beach vacation experience, making it a rare find in a market filled with duplexes. With its spaciousness and spectacular views, the Daufuskie Beach Overlook House is highly sought after, so be prepared to book quickly to secure your family's vacation of a lifetime!

Visit the exciting events happening on Daufuskie Island to enrich your stay—perfect for all ages.

Revel in the charm and tranquility of Daufuskie Island with a stay at the Beach Overlook House. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to create lasting family memories in one of the most scenic and serene locations imaginable!

Guest Access:
There is also a second porch with comfortable chairs overlooking the Melrose Cottage Row side and providing another pleasant location for relaxing and reading.

As mentioned, the HOUSE has one of the most desirable porches on the Melrose on the Beach cottage row! It is an extended porch 3-sided that has been upgraded to include a comfortable seating area for a family group and an 8 person dining table. And it looks directly onto the sandy Melrose beach and the Atlantic ocean!

There is also a second porch with comfortable chairs overlooking the Melrose Cottage Row side and providing another pleasant location for relaxing and reading.

Note that the equestrian center is also back in operation, and horseback riding is available.

The Neighborhood:
Daufuskie Island

You will enjoy touring "the island that time forgot" on either a golf cart or bikes, which are both available for rental. And there's no better place for nice long walks!

The wildlife is abundant and breathtaking. The resort is the home of a Great White Egret rookery, where you will see hundreds of these graceful birds settle in for the night. A nest of American Bald Eagles can be seen now and then, and some lucky visitors can actually catch site of a Loggerhead Turtle coming ashore to lay hundreds of eggs in the soft sand.

You will want to spend time exploring the rest of this unique and special island. Accessible only by ferry, Daufuskie's isolation from the hustle and bustle of the mainland provides a one-of-its-kind experience for those looking to truly get away from it all.

If you're looking for an old-fashioned beach vacation experience, this house will exceed your expectations. Expect this vacation home to book fast! Reserve the Daufuskie Beach Overlook Cottage for your family's vacation of a lifetime!

Getting Around:
NOTE: It is necessary to take a ferry to Daufuskie Island and the cost of boat and ground transportation is around $75-$85 per person roundtrip. We are happy to provide information about boat options and other information helpful for a Daufuskie trip.

Other Things to Note:
Daufuskie Rental Group is not responsible for the availability (or lack thereof) of any amenity beyond our control, such as the restaurants, museum, etc.

1) Daufuskie Rental Group makes a good faith effort to describe island amenities, including restaurants and pools. However, please note that we are not responsible for the availability of amenities that we do not operate and that are beyond our control. Please contact the vendors directly for rates, days and hours of operation.

2) Your rental agreement contract's cancellation policy states that we are not responsible for events that are beyond our control, such as hurricanes. We strongly encourage our guests to purchase travel insurance, and especially recommend "cancel for any reason" policies. (These must be purchased shortly after your reservation is made.)

3) Please note that because the Melrose Resort is in transition, our Melrose guests may notice a certain level of deterioration in the resort-owned buildings but will also see that renovation efforts are now underway. Our vacation cottages are in well-maintained areas and continue to be extremely popular.

Interaction with Guests:
Concerned about the logistics of coming to a bridge-less island? No need to worry! Guests receive information and assistance from the DRG team, all of whom live on the island and who are available 24/7 for any problems. Team members strive to create a stress-free and enjoyable adventure for their visitors, and to ensure that their Daufuskie experience creates lasting and once-in-a-lifetime memories.

Daufuskie Rental Group is not responsible for the availability (or lack thereof) of any amenity beyond our control, such as the restaurants, museum, etc.

1) Daufuskie Rental Group makes a good faith effort to describe island amenities, including restaurants and pools. However, please note that we are not responsible for the availability of amenities that we do not operate and that are beyond our control. Please contact the vendors directly for rates, days and hours of operation.

2) Your rental agreement contract's cancellation policy states that we are not responsible for events that are beyond our control, such as hurricanes. We strongly encourage our guests to purchase travel insurance, and especially recommend "cancel for any reason" policies. (These must be purchased shortly after your reservation is made.)

3) Please note that because the Melrose Resort is in transition, our Melrose guests may notice a certain level of deterioration in the resort-owned buildings but will also see that renovation efforts are now underway. Our vacation cottages are in well-maintained areas and continue to be extremely popular.