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Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View

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Exterior
Master on First Floor
Comfy Green Leather Chair
Desk to work from in Master

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10427.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Night Heron Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room on 1st floor

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View

Your piece of paradise under the palmettos. . .Largest Pool in area!

From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll be thrilled with your vacation home. 178 Glen Abbey sits on a spacious yard, with room for kids to play, lush tropical foliage to put you in a Kiawah mood, and majestic palmettos touching the sky. Your own 8 foot deep salt water pool and a hot tub are elevated to tree-level, so you'll feel on top of the world. Surrounding the pool is a wood deck, teak lounge chairs with stylish cushions, teak dining set, and a gas grill. There's plenty of room for basking in the Carolina sun. As you relax in the pool, one story up, you can look out on Canvasback Pond. Its waters lap against your backyard, affording plenty of opportunity to admire the wildlife which call this spot home, including egrets, deer, pelicans, alligators, and heron. Before you know it, you'll discover the patterns and rhythms of nature here, which take the place of clocks and meetings.

Inside, the spacious and airy two-story home is designed on an open floor plan, with wood floors and handsome rugs. Downstairs, the grand living room, dining area, and kitchen all blend seamlessly together, so you, family, and guests can enjoy each other no matter the activity or time of day. The central focus of the living room is a large, comfy, u-shaped sectional sofa. You can watch satellite TV, listen to music, read selections from the house library, nestle up to the fireplace, or gaze out on the pool, backyard, and pond beyond. The dining room also faces the pool and pond, with a farmhouse table that will be the perfect place for family and friends to dine together. The kitchen, boasts a central island and eat-in breakfast bar, with the full range of appliances allowing you to prepare any meals. The living room, dining area, and kitchen all face the massive eastern windows fronting on the pool/deck, which makes everything bright and cheery throughout the home. The first floor Master Suite offers privacy, artful decorations, and colorful linens, as does the other first-floor bedroom. Meanwhile, the nautically-themed sun room has windows on all sides, with panoramic vistas of the glorious surroundings.

Upstairs, another Master Suite is just as private and tasteful, with a view of the pool and pond. Serene and comfortable, it's a great place for guests, offering peace and quiet no matter what's going on inside or out. The fourth bedroom's view is just as superb, while its interior is just as colorful. Every one of the four bedrooms has its own satellite TV, with DVD, walk-in closets, and bathrooms. You'll love sipping your morning coffee on the second-story screened-in porch, watching the sun rise over the pond and palms, while the kids splash in the pool below. Your cares will seem miles away, and the peaceful blend of nature and luxury will help you feel soothed and balanced.

Best of all, amazing private Kiawah beach is so close! Only a short 3 minute stroll from your front door, or a 90 second bike ride, along a path that winds its way under the island's forest canopy. This means no traffic, no parking worries, and no stress for you as family and friends go back and forth from the Atlantic's sand and surf to the comforts of home.

To make your getaway even easier, take advantage of kid-friendly extras provided, like pool toys, games, fishing rigs, basketball hoop, DVDs and books. Grill outside and dine under the stars, or at home while one of Kiawah's restaurants or caterers delivers gourmet meals to you. Chefs will even come over and cook for you! Baby-sitting, grocery shopping and in-house massage are just some of the services you can call on. Make Kiawah's serene luxury your own in a friendly home your family will love!

Keywords: Private Heated Salt Water Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View, Large Yard, Comfortable Home

RBL# 19-006842

Property manager

Kimberly Kupfer
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Flexible Cancellation Policy Check-In at 4 PM. Check-Out at 10 AM. Please shower/hose off before getting in the pool and hot

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Resort Shop and Fort Lamar Historic Preserve. Splash Zone Waterpark and Edisto Island Serpentarium 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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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 2 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Night Heron Park - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Freshfields Village - 18 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View have a pool?

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

Is Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View located?

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Turtle Point Golf Course, Night Heron Park and Kiawah Island Beach. Osprey Point Golf Course is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Great Family Vacation

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Wonderful House

Everything about our stay was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty G.

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

Happy Thanksgiving on Kiaway

Walking easily to the beach or around the neighborhood, frolicking in a heated pool, and enjoying spacious living areas made our stay on Glen Abbey a great way to spend the holidays. The house accommodated our three generations comfortably.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

renee f.

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

Birthday beach trip

Wonderful home with everything one needs to enjoy a stay on this beautiful island. Cannot say enough about how we enjoyed staying here, lovely home, great location, wonderful pool to enjoy as well
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

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

October 2024

We enjoyed another stay at this house. We will book again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deena P.

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

Family Wedding

Great location. Loved the open floor plan. Family enjoyed having the pool and beach options.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

Long weekend in Kiawah

Great house in a great location. The deck and pool area are great for entertaining or you’re a very short walk to the beach. It’s just what we needed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great time

Fantastic property that was perfect for our family. Short walk to beach and great private pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Great Vacation

We had a blast. The pool was great along with the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Great home!

Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Norman G.

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

Great Place to Stay with Our Granddaughters

We thoroughly enjoyed our Spring Break family reunion in Kiawah. This VRBO was very comfortable for all of us (ages ranging from 3 to 68), very conveniently located to the beach, and very well appointed and maintained. The pool was a huge hit with our 3 and 6 year-old granddaughters. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Wonderful property

We enjoyed our week at the house. The kitchen is well stocked. The pool was amazing. The property manager was quick to respond to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.

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

Thanksgiving goodness

This was a lovely house over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda T.

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

Excellent vacation spot!

A beautiful house in a great area!! Kept everyone busy for 6 days! The 3 school age grandchildren saw lots of wildlife, rode miles on the beach, and swam nearly every day in the pool!! An excellent vacation spot!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda T.

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

Beautiful Home

We love this home and location. The pool is wonderful; the kitchen is well stocked (new appliances are a plus!); comfortable beds; and all you need for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great home for a family

The house is well stocked, clean, and in a great location. Kids love the pool. Adults love the deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy B.

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

We came back!

Just a great house, great pool, great beach access, and great owner! You will feel like you are in your home (only with a pool!) for your stay. This is the second time we have rented 178 Glen Abbey, and we will be back if we can get a rental week. It is very booked as you can see!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

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

Christmas 2024

Listing is accurate as well as the reviews from prior guests. This is a great family house that is centrally located. We had an awesome time and thoroughly enjoyed the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Family Trip

House was perfect for my family. 3 adult children their spouse and 2 grandkids. Pool was excellent and the walk to the beach was so short. Between pool and beach we also played golf, rode bikes and took grandkids to a great park. Perfect vacation, perfect location and the house was amazing Thanks
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great family home

This was our second time here. The house is clean and well located. It has a wonderfully stocked kitchen. The pool and deck are better than great. Our grandchildren loved it and spent most of the time in the pool. The adults loved it also. The beach is close and great to walk at dawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Rating

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

al o.

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

sisters week

Great house and location. 5 minute walk to the beach.plenty of space . all had a good time
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Family getaway!

Our visit took place during a tropical storm. The house provided plenty of space for a week primary spent indoors. The kitchen is very well equipped. The pool was a treat during the brief periods of sunshine. Continuous communication was provided during the Tropical storm. We hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Great home for a beach week

This is a very nice home with easy access to the beach. Lots of TLC by the owners, as the property does a great job of accommodating 6 adults and 3 teens. Everything very clean and great pool for swims before and after going to the beach. Our family has been on a Kiawah vacation for past 30+ years. Highly recommend this property..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K., Camp Hill. PA

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

Kiawah gem

Open and relaxing home with amazing salt water pool and spa and super close to beach. Home away from home. Perfection.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kimberly Kupfer

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We are a professional couple with four children who live in Pennsylvania. Having visited Kiawah as renters for many years, we knew it was the perfect spot for our family to enjoy the togetherness that is so hard to achieve in this busy world. Nature soothes our souls, so the wildlife views and seaside atmosphere are therapeutic. We know our older kids on bikes can explore the island in safety, while the younger ones have plenty to keep them busy here at the house. One of our children has a disability with limited mobility, so being very close to the beach is a must for us. We enjoy entertaining, and the house and setting offer our guests the chance to be social and also enjoy moments of solitude if they prefer. We're a family that thrives on flexibility, yet we like to be able to come together for meals, swimming, and other activities. That's why the house is perfect for us!

Why they chose this property

The combination of nature's beauty, the well-designed interior, and closeness to the beach made this house perfect for us. Because there is something for everyone -- beach, pool, bike paths, golf, fishing, or just going out for a stroll -- we know that all our family and guests will find plenty to do! Vanderhorst Plantation offers our favorite side of Kiawah: privacy combined with access to the resort's famous amenities. We never feel too far away from civilization, if we want a round of golf, or a fancy dinner out. But if we simply want to enjoy each other, we can do that in style.

What makes this property unique

With the beach just a short stroll, 7 minutes, or bike ride, 3 minutes, away, kids can go back and forth from the house to the ocean without our help. With our large pool just below our second-story porch and deck, we can keep an eye on things while we relax or work. There are plenty of spaces for privacy in the home, but the living room and sundeck give us a lively common areas. The quiet streets and trails are perfect for bike riding. Canvasback Pond laps up against our tree-filled backyard, which gives us the sense of being amidst Kiawah's natural wonder.

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