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4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included

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Exterior
Exterior
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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Okatie, SC
  • Old Tabby Links on Spring Island
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rose Hill Mansion
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Tanger Outlets Hilton Head
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included

Welcome to our four-bedroom, four-bath waterfront villa, nestled within the private, gated sanctuary of Callawassie Island, an expansive 900-acre nature reserve designed for those who relish perfect weather, championship golf, five-star dining, and white glove concierge services.

Each bedroom in the 1,700 sq ft villa has an en-suite bathroom.

Located minutes away from pristine beaches, exceptional shopping destinations, and historic landmarks, the villa provides a comfortable base for exploration. Discover the idyllic Hilton Head Island Beaches, Beaufort's historic charm, the cultural richness of Savannah, and the timeless allure of Charleston—all within easy reach.

Guests enjoy full access to the Callawassie Island Club, including our three exceptional 9-hole golf courses, meticulously designed by renowned architect Tom Fazio. Two of these courses have recently undergone a $4-million renovation.

Your stay includes ONE ROUND (18 holes) of golf PER DAY FOR TWO ADULTS, including cart hire, throughout your entire visit (excluding Mondays, reserved for maintenance). Additional guests can play for a nominal fee of $85 per round. Club rental is available through the pro shop.

The Callawassie Island Club offers a collection of world-class amenities including heated swimming pools (one overlooking the Colleton River), six Har-Tru tennis courts, newly constructed pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a full-service day spa (offering deep tissue, Swedish, therapeutic stretch, and medical massages, as well as a variety of facial options and detox therapies). There's also a thoughtfully crafted poolside playground for the kids. From our community docks, you can go fishing, shrimping, crabbing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Should you desire to explore the island's charm, free bicycles are at your disposal. Please note: swimming in the lakes and lagoons of the island is not permitted.

*** Canine Companions Welcome ***

We warmly welcome well-behaved dogs (under 50 lbs). You may bring up to two dogs to the villa, ensuring that no member of your family is left behind. To maintain an environment of utmost comfort and cleanliness, we kindly request that dogs refrain from accessing the furniture or beds. In rare cases where excessive shedding occurs, an additional fee of $100 per dog may be assessed. We also welcome larger, well-behaved dogs. To ensure the safety and well-being of your beloved pets, we kindly ask that you keep them on a hand-held leash when outside the villa, maintaining a distance of at least 50 feet from all lagoons and ponds. Be careful of our sticks and branches, as some may harbor thorns or other hazards.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE 2025 COURSE AERATION SCHEDULE when planning your stay. Aeration will occur as follows:

* July 7-13: All 27-holes will be closed for aeration;

* July 15-August 1: Limited aeration with 18-holes back open for play.

Following aeration, the greens will have sand for an additional week. Despite these measures, the courses remain highly enjoyable throughout the season. Please note the golf courses and pro shop are closed on Mondays, but all other amenities are available.

Smoking is permitted on the screened-in porch and outside the house. Please do not smoke inside the villa.

FYI Callawassie Island observes quiet time from 8pm to 8am daily. Please maintain noise levels at a considerate level so as not to disturb our full-time island residents.

Disclaimer: the villa is not available for events, commercial activities, or any form of large gatherings, including bachelor/bachelorette parties, graduation celebrations, and parties.

For additional insights into the captivating allure of Callawassie Island, please visit the link below:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Callawassie_Island

Please note: we might not accept first-time Vrbo bookings. A minimum of one 5-star review is required to book with us unless you are referred by a previous guest or are recommended by an Callawassie member.

Property manager

Douglas & Talita
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please Keep Away From Ponds.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please pickup after your dog for pottie time.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

About the area

Bluffton

Located in Bluffton, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Rose Hill Mansion and Heyward House Historic Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Station 300 and Sea Wolf Charters. Coastal Discovery Museum and Hilton Head Zipline are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Okatie, SC

What's nearby

  • Old Tabby Links on Spring Island - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Rose Hill Mansion - 27 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Tanger Outlets Hilton Head - 29 min drive - 28.4 km
  • May River Golf Club at Palmetto Bluff - 46 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Moon Saloon - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 4BR/4BA Private Island Retreat/Country Club - 25 mins from HHI - Golf Included located?

Situated in Bluffton, this golf holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Tabby Links Golf Course, Port Royal Sound Foundation - Maritime Center and Red Bluff Island. Argent Lakes Golf Course and Okatie Creek Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Golf Vacation

Hosts were great, property was well maintained, golf course was spectacular. We highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday stay

We had a great time ringing in the new year. The golf was great, the home comfortable and the location was perfect for time spent in Savannah, Beaufort, Hilton Head, and Bluffton. All was enjoyed more with being able to bring our 2 pups along.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Callawassie wedding

Great location and lovely home
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Clean, as represented, helpful owners
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accurate listing and clean

The listing was accurate and clean. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot….will definitely return

Great spot….will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2024

Another great year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay on a beautiful coastal island

Great location and rooms were wonderful all with adjoining restrooms. We loved sitting on the back screened in porch during brief rainfalls and watching for beautiful birds and wildlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Callawassie Stay

House was wonderful, comfortable and had everything you need. Beds were very comfortable. Location was good and convenient to clubhouse. We always enjoy Callawassie it’s a hidden gem. Hosts were very easy to work with and neighbors are very welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home in beautiful Okatie

We had a group of 8 for a wedding and the house slept everyone very comfortably. Great location and a short drive or walk to golf, tennis, clubhouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf trip

We've stayed at this property a few times and will continue to return. It's all as promised in the write-up.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf weekend with the guys

House was very well equipped. Very close to clubhouse, restaurant & pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and convenient home. Good communication from owner in advance

Very clean, had everything we needed. Would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in Callawassie Island

I rented this home for my family and my mother’s 85th birthday and large family reunion on the island. I had rented many homes on this island before and this was probably my favorite because it was clean and well appointed and well stocked with items in the kitchen and the bathrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY F., Wyano, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous home with unlimited golf

Our stay was extremely relaxing. Accommodations were perfect, check in was smooth, scheduling tee times with club house was easy and we purchased items in the pro shop for owner price! Brad is a wonderful host, had everything ready for us on arrival. Would not hesitate to book another week with Brad!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Relaxing atmosphere with wonderful nature views

We stayed during my sons graduation from boot camp. Only a short drive to Parris Island. We enjoyed the screened porch watching the birds and alligators. Very nice place. We definitely recommend. Good place for golfers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles O., Roanoke, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing family vacation in an amazing location!!

The villa was great and provided our family plenty of room and access to amazing amenities on Callawassie Island! The villa had everything you would need, full kitchen amenities, towels and linens made vacation prepping easy. Two pools, pickle ball, tennis, kayaking, and an amazing golf course! We were close to numerous parts of the low country, Parris Island, Beaufort and Hilton Head. Simply put…you can’t go wrong staying here for vacation!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa in gorgeous community

The villa is beautiful and very well appointed. Callawassie is a lovely, peaceful and serene neighborhood. We enjoyed sitting on the back porch watching the birds and gators. Brad is great and always available to help. I highly recommend this lovely villa. You won't want to leave.!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding family stay

Granddaughter was getting married on Callawassie the house was perfect for part of my family! Loved sitting out on the screened porch and relaxing before and after all the functions! It was spotless, so roomy, and well stocked with cleaning supplies! Douglas was so helpful and easy to communicate with, he made you feel like you’ve known them all your life!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destination Thanksgiving

Since our oldest of 4 started college, we began doing desination Thanksgivings where we would all meet in a new city/state to be together. We love the Charleston area and decided to venture just outside. Okatie did not disappoiont with it's proximity to Bluffton and Hilton Head. Home was perfect for us to celebrate the holiday. We enjoyed the golf and pickleball amenities as well as the onsite restaurant when we did not feel like cooking the day after Thanksgiving. The kitchen was a bit tight for such a large meal prep but nonetheless we had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home in a beautiful setting

Wonderful home~perfect for the girlfriends getaway. Everyone appreciated having their own private bed/bath. Home situated amongst the trees/ponds/golf course, Enjoyed sitting on the porch listening to the many birds in the morning as we sipped our coffee. Kitchen was fully stocked. Smooth communication with hosts and they responded quickly to questions. Would definitely recommend you check it out~
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Perfect house, perfect setting!!

We were in SC for my son's graduation from boot camp in Parris Island. We were traveling with both grandmothers. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, lots of privacy. Easy drive to the base. I highly recommend this house. The owner was wonderful to deal with. I would recommend this house to others. Thank you !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

We stayed in this property before the current owners were in place. While it was pretty good before, they have made nice upgrades to the linens, new and added TV's and some kitchen items. This is super convenient to the club house area (restaurants, golf, tennis, pool and now pickleball). Brad was very responsive and proactive in prepping us for our trip. Very accommodating and professional to deal with. Having two guests as "members" with golf included is an excellent value!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Property in a Private Golf Community

The property is a villa with another unit attached on the side. It is very quiet. The villa has been partially renovated. There are new floors throughout. The bathrooms are partially remodeled. The master bath has a very old vanity with no drawers. It should have been replaced when the floors were replaced. The view from the house is over a pond and is gorgeous. The kitchen is adequately stocked. The beds are comfortable. Callawassee is absolutely beautiful with an abundance of wildlife, including gators. The three nine hole courses are wonderfully maintained and medium difficulty. There are two clubhouses and two pools. There is a lack of restaurant options on the island (one club open for lunch and one for dinner and both closed a couple of days a week) and off island options are 20 minutes away. All of the residents are extremely friendly and many are renters or part -time residents.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Callawassie Wedding

We stayed here for a wedding and subsequent events and the location couldn’t have been better. The wedding reception was held outside at the clubhouse and was walking distance to the villa, although we didn’t walk since it was after dark and very hot! There was plenty of room for my wife and I, our 2 daughters (10 and 13), my in-laws, and sister and brother-in-law. It was very clean and well appointed. The best part was the wildlife right outside the screened in porch! There were great blue herons, egrets, and alligators all around the pond. The golf was also wonderful although the greens had just been aerated. I played with some of the wedding party one morning and after I was done with 18 I wanted to play the other 9 holes and the starter allowed me to pick up my daughters and head out for another 9. I played 18 more the following day. Spectacular golf course! I will most likely be back on a guys golf trip soon. Brad the owner is probably the most responsive property manager I’ve ever dealt with through VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Douglas & Talita

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Why they chose this property

The people of Callawassie are the nicest, friendliest, and kindest people of any place we've been. Combined with its jaw-dropping beauty and overwhelming natural setting, we were sold on Callawassie on our first visit.

What makes this property unique

The villa sits atop a small hill and looks down a long, verdant lagoon. The views along the treeline are spectacular. The lanai/screened-in-porch out back offers a front-row seat to our bird sanctuary! It's usually tranquil, and with a cup of tea or coffee, can inspire a meditative state that'll help anybody re-center themselves. Other times, like during the migration season, a glass of wine is a better companion to take in the symphony of bombastic birds!

Languages:

English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian

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