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Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Night Heron Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges

Enjoy Sunshine Daydream, our beautifully renovated Night Heron Cottage! All the comforts of home on pristine Kiawah Island with full Kiawah resort amenities! These benefits include:

Easy check-in and check-out at the Villa Registration inside the gate
Front Desk concierge service 24/7
On Island Bell Service
On Island transportation
Maintenance service 7am to 11pm
Housekeeping Service 7am to 11pm (additional charge for daily housekeeping)
Complimentary use of resort pools( Night Heron 5 Min walk)
Resort charging privileges
Complimentary trash and towel service upon request
Preferred access to Nature and Children's programs such as "Kamp Kiawah"
Complimentary use of the West Beach Fitness Center
Advanced tee times


Our home is decorated in a relaxed beachy theme. Perfect for families, friends, tennis groups or golfers. We have a king bed in the master suite, another king bedroom, and 2 twins in another bedroom that can be pushed together for a couple. Flat screen TV's in all bedrooms and den. Sonos inside and outside speakers on back screened porch. Wi fi internet access. Renovated fully equipped kitchen including granite countertops, blender, coffee maker, dishwasher, bakeware, plenty of glasses, plates, etc . Two baths with tub/shower combo, hairdryers and resort provides soaps, shampoo, towels and sheets. Downstairs private shower with hot water. We have a variety of books, games and puzzles to enjoy as well.

A tropical palm lined paved path invites you for a 5 minute walk to your beach chair and umbrella on the 15 mile long beach. Umbrellas and chairs can be rented at the bottom of beach access 18, our beach access, also called Night Heron park beach access.

Night Heron pool and water park is a short 5 minute walk. See the animals at the nature center, play some basketball or soccer in the park. Enjoy the seasonal festivals in the park with live music and games. Enroll the kids in Kamp Kiawah and enjoy some mom and dad time alone!

A stroll or bike ride on the wide flat beach for ½ mile leads to the 5 star Sanctuary Hotel and Spa. Shop for that special gift, enjoy Sunday brunch at Jasmine Porch or have a glass of champagne by the fire in the piano bar. What about a massage or facial at the luxury spa?

Five golf courses meandering through the low country foliage and following the beach await your round. Golf clinics for adults and kids are offered and family golf on Turtle Point Golf Course is a pleasure for all! The Ocean Course has hosted many PGA events and you can enjoy the views and food at the Ryder Cup bar!

Kiawah was also sited as the top tennis resort. Two state of the art tennis areas await your serve. There are also tennis clinics offered for adults and children year round.

Many on island dining options abound. The Nest, Night Heron Grill at the pool, Jasmine Porch, Loggerhead Grill are only a few options.

If Kiawah Island is not enough, how about a shopping spree at Freshfields Village? Complete with many restaurants including Heges(wonderful french dining), GDC home, The Resort Shop, Pink Boulevard(Lilly Pulitzer), Harris Teeter grocery and much more. By car it's only 7 minutes away from home or you can take a leisurely bike ride there.

Go a little further and visit Bohicket Marina and charter your boat or take in some raw bar fare and a beer at the restaurants.

Charleston is only 30 minutes away! Carriage ride, ghost tour or historic home or garden walk anyone? Museums, aquarium, dining and shopping? The cobblestone streets whisper sweet southern 'nothins' in your ear.

All in all you can't beat Sunshine Daydream and Kiawah! We have only touched on a few highlights. You will be hooked as soon as you drive in the gate!



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Sunny Allen

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The cottage is not baby proof
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry NO pets ever allowed!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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 and a deadlock

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located in Kiawah Island, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Night Heron Park and Kiawah Island Beach, while Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project and With These Hands Gallery are cultural highlights. The Resort Shop 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

  • Night Heron Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kiawah Island Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Ocean Course - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Freshfields Village - 11 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges have a pool?

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

Is Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Night Heron Cottage, 4121 Summer Duck Way, Kiawah resort privileges located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Night Heron Park and Kiawah Island Beach. Turtle Point Golf Course and Osprey Point are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

P O.

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

Adorable cottage

This cottage was precious. It had everything we needed was clean and in a great location. We definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tom N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving 2021

Very good as always. Bathrooms could have been cleaner n
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Great location for family getaway

Wonderful weekend at sunshine daydream. Great location and great amenities. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

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

Home away from Home

Had a wonderful stay last month with extended family, had all the comforts of home and was within walking & biking distance to all of the amenities Kiawah has to offer. Would recommend and will likely return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Great location and we love Kiawah

This location was amazing. Close to the beach and night heron pool, but the house could have been a little cleaner. We really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to be back on this island.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Lovely Holiday Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your lovely cottage! Just the perfect size and layout for our family. The cottage is clean, bright and comfortable. We appreciated the well-appointed kitchen for some light cooking. The location is very convenient to much on the island -- the park, pools and beach. It was a restful and peaceful Thanksgiving holiday. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sunny and David A.

We love Sunshine Daydream!!!

Beautiful, convenient and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sunny and David A.

Kiawah Paradise Even in January

OK, I am the owner but VRBO keeps asking me to review my own home so here we go! Kiawah is paradise even in January! It was chilly but clear blue skies and nothing like what people experience up north. As for our accomodations, what do I say but comfy, clean and great location! We spent time on the beach, the ocean course and in Charleston. Sunshine Daydream is calling me back to Kiawah! Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

katie j.

Cute place and great location

The house was located close to the pool and beach and we enjoyed our stay there. We had a few mishaps but the owners addressed it quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma Kate W.

Very nice and comfortable home!

Nice, well decorated, well maintained home. Nice kitchen with everything you could need and everything is well labeled. Would book this home again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

cortney h.

Enjoyed our family vacation!

Close to Night Heron Park Pools and beach access. Resort Ameneties were wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Early spring break

Wonderful place to stay. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Y.

Wonderful Weekend in Kiawah!

"Sunshine Daydream" was a lovely home for our girls getaway weekend! It is cheerful, comfortable, clean, and convenient to activities on Kiawah. We walked on the beach, rode bikes all around, and signed up for a kayak tour with a naturalist. The kitchen is well-stocked and open to the living area. We enjoyed cooking dinner and eating on the screen porch. The owner is delightful and responsive and made us feel welcome.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

The Perfect Place

This was our second stay at Sunshine Daydream. For us, it is the perfect place to spend our family vacation. The cottage is exceptionally clean and comfortable. It is incredibly convenient to both the Night Heron pool and the beach. My 4-year old also really enjoyed the selection of children's books. We brought our bikes with us and enjoyed many of the paved trails Kiawah has to offer. The lovely screened in porch is the perfect place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature (we saw 2 deer passing through the backyard on several occasions). I only wished we could've stayed longer. Highly recommend! Looking forward to visiting again next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christi B.

The Best of All Possible Worlds

We stayed in this cottage for a week in mid August 2016. We have stayed in Kiawah many times, and this is our favorite neighborhood. Everything is nearby (beach access, bike paths, Night Heron Park and Pool). The cottage itself is darling. It's quite clean and the kitchen is well stocked. The refrigerator has a filter - so no need to buy and haul water in. The best part about this property is that you have resort privileges - which means access to the lovely Night Heron pool, and some other perks. I couldn't have asked for anything more - it was a perfect spot for my husband and I and 4 teenagers to spend a perfect week. The owners were delightful to work with, though we had no issues to resolve with the cottage during our stay. We will definitely stay here again when we return to Kiawah.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Whitney W.

Perfect Location!

This cottage is the best of both worlds.... Beach and Night Herron are just a walk/short bike ride away! The outside shower was fantastic as we had 4 kiddos with us and it kept the sand from coming inside. We stayed in 3 nights and cooked dinner and the kitchen was nicely appointed. The bunk room was great for 4 young girls! Having resort privledges is a must from maintainence issues quickly resolved, fresh towels and pool access at night Herron! We had a great time here! The owners were fantastic to work with directly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anne G.

Sunshine daydream

This cottage is such a value! We loved the location...close by walk or bike to the night heron pool and the beach. Easy cottage with everything you need for a great stay, would definitely recommend it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Farzana S.

Perfect little spot in Kiawah

My first reaction on seeing this little gem of a place was that it looks so much better than in the pictures! Perfectly situated, this cottage is fantastic for families or a group of friends. I came with a group of girls for a bachelorette spa weekend, and we couldn't have picked a better spot. The cottage is modern and spacious, clean, well decorated, lots of beds and is fully stocked. Kiawah Island is beautiful, and the resort privleges made everything so easy. The owners are also fantastic and were very responsive. The only thing that prevented me from giving this 5 stars is the payment method - it would have been great to have some form of electronic method like PayPal or credit card, but check was the only method available. Being Canadian, this posed some problems from an international perspective, but was able to get a US-based friend to help me out. Other than that, this was an amazing place to stay and I hope to come back again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

A Wonderful Getaway in Kiawah

We were so pleased when we arrived at the cottage. Everthing was just perfect! We found the kitchen to be well supplied and the appliances were in great condition. The beds were very comfortable, an important thing to my husband and I. Our young grandchildren were with us and it was a short walk to the pool and about a 5 minute walk to the beach which made it convenient. We definitely recommend staying here. We will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Our family loves Sunshine Daydream and Kiawah!

My family and I absolutely love Sunshine Daydream! We recently returned from our third visit to Kiawah as a family. Our first two week long stays at Sunshine Daydream were absolutely wonderful, so we decided to add another week this year. Our two week vacation in August was even better than we could have imagined! Kiawah, itself, is such a special place to vacation, but staying in a place like Sunshine Daydream made it even more enjoyable. The cottage is clean and cheerful. It had plenty of space for my husband, myself, our three young children, and our three older children who visited for some of the vacation. The kids absolutely loved the bunk beds! I cannot safe enough good things about Sunshine Daydream and the owners! The owners were friendly and extremely easy to work with. We are very grateful for the opportunity to stay in such special place three years in a row. We are already planning and counting down the days till we can return next summer! I highly recommend Sunshine Daydream!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Wonderful home and owner!

This cottage is a lovely home and worth the rental! It is located 5 minutes from Night Heron Park and the pools (resort privileges included) and about 8 minute walk to the beach. The home has been recently redone and we found the beds comfortable and the amenities in the kitchen and bedrooms great. The owner's were very nice and wanted to make sure our stay was the best. The resort amenities were well worth it for us as it gave us access to the pools and wonder Kiawah Island concierge services which we took advantage of. We will rent here again and you should too.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Family Vacation

Our family stayed 7 nights in this wonderful cottage. We had four adults and 5 children and did not feel crowded. The kids room had 4 bunk beds and was perfect for our family. The cottage is close to both Night Heron Park (pool) and the beach. The cottage was well-appointed and well-maintained. The kitchen had everything you need for meals. The owner was great to work with and very responsive to any question. We loved the place and definitely stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amazing vacation spot!

My family and I had an unforgettable week at Sunshine Daydream! The house is bright, comfortable and recently renovated and the location is fantastic. We were three adults and three children in Kiawah for a wedding, and thanks in large part to Sunny and her lovely vacation house, we had a fantastic week. Highly recommended!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

What a graet place to stay for me and cousins.

Clean and neat with great counters and gourmet utensils for the cooking and drinking that we all associate with a beach stay. Sitting on the screened porch at the table talking then taking a short walk to the sand. The best of all worlds and close to Charleston with sites and shops. Great acess to Kiawah Club amenities, bikes and trails, sun and surf, beautiful golf courses and good dining. Will go again soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Zeke M.

Great House, Great Location

This is the 2nd year we've stayed at this house. It's clean, centrally located, on a quite street and in very good shape. My kids love the bunk beds. Even though there is loads to do, having access to the Kiawah Island club makes this place all the better. Highly recommend.

About the host

Hosted by Sunny Allen

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My husband and I are both from Charlotte, NC. We have a son age 22 and a daughter age 20. We love the beach, crabbing, fishing, biking, playing in the park, boating, water skiing and tubing, kayaking and hanging out at the beach or pool. Night Heron park has offered many kid and teen activities for our children.

Why they chose this property

Kiawah is one of the top beaches and resorts in the South. It's natural beauty and wildlife is unsurpassed. Kiawah's proximity to Charleston, SC, provides excellent dining, shopping, history and culture nearby.