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Ocean Front View Pet Friendly Duplex With Screened Porch!

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Welcome to Puffin Place - 29B S Harbor Dr. on beautiful, private Harbor Isl. SC!
Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saint Helena Island, SC
  • Hunting Island Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hunting Island
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Fripp Island Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Beaufort, SC (BFT-Frogmore Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front View Pet Friendly Duplex With Screened Porch!

Welcome to Puffin Place! This is 1/2 of a large duplex home with stunning ocean and marsh views. 2016-2017 updates: fully repainted interior (walls, ceilings, trim), new hardwood flooring upstairs, new kitchen and foyer tile, updated bathrooms, new living area and master flooring, new king bed in master! Puffin Place pampers you with panoramic ocean and marsh views, an exceptional kitchen, WiFi, cable TV in every bedroom plus sitting area and living room, puzzle and board game libraries, propane gas and grill and more! Puffin Place has plenty of room to spread out with 3 bedrooms, 3 updated baths, den, an open living dining area, screened porch, 2 open decks, and a top notch kitchen.
You’ll enter Puffin Place through a covered front porch, with plenty of seating where you can enjoy ever changing views of the tidal marsh. You will love the open floor plan with great flow through the kitchen, dining and living areas that lead into the inviting screened porch through sliding glass doors. The living area offers ample seating with a large sofa, a loveseat, and two occasional chairs. The gas fireplace makes this an ideal spot to cocoon in winter. A generously sized dining table comfortably seats six to eight, with six dining chairs, and two lightweight side chairs stored in the adjacent den. When you have had enough sun, you can settle into the living area and enjoy some relaxing time in front of the flat screen television. The living area opens onto the screened porch which invites you to relax and enjoy the stunning view. The screened porch then opens onto a small open deck with a mesmerizing 180 degree view across gently waving sea oats on grass covered dunes to the sparkling ocean beyond. Stairs off of the deck take you down to the grassy common area.
A propane and grill is available for your use (propane is provided) and a large picnic table is tucked into the shade of the carport.
The den on the main floor boasts a 50 inch flat screen cable television. This room has great views of the marsh, and comfy chairs perfect for settling in with a good book. And Puffin Place provides dozens of books for your reading pleasure…both fiction and non fiction including numerous books devoted to the surrounding area, history, and nature.
If you like to cook, you will flip for the well equipped kitchen with granite counter tops offering plenty of workspace, an undermount double bowl stainless steel sink. Maple French provincial cabinets, stainless steel range, and a top of the line stainless steel Samsung French door refrigerator with a wine cooler drawer and bottom drawer freezer compartment. Oh, and did we mention the view? You can stand at the kitchen sink and look straight through the living/dining area and screened porch to the dunes and ocean beyond! Two bar stools on the dining table side of the kitchen pass-through make that a great spot for a casual meal or sipping a glass of your favorite beverage while chatting with the cook. There also is a laundry room with a full sized washing machine and dryer on this floor.
Conveniently located on this main level is the master bedroom suite. With a king bed and a 32' flat screen television, the master is on the ocean side of the home with beautiful ocean views, and opens directly to the screened porch. What a great way to wake up in the morning! Upstairs are two large bedrooms each with a reading nook, and a third full bath that is ideally located off of the landing that separates the two bedrooms. This bath has been updated with river rock flooring, new lighting, vanity and counter top, and a subway tile tub surround. Spacious guest bedroom 1 boasts a beautiful king sized sleigh bed, 32' television, and in the dormer alcove a comfy arm chair and ottoman provide a nice private spot for reading or relaxing. There is a lovely marsh view from the alcove window, and a wide blade ceiling fan keeps the breeze circulating for restful sleep. Guest bedroom 2 is a perfect children’s room with a 32' cable television and two twin beds. A dormer sitting area with a stunning ocean view offers a snugly overstuffed chair with ottoman, and shelves of books at arm’s length. This bedroom also offers a wide blade ceiling fan for sleeping comfort. On the landing between the bedrooms is a bookcase filled with games and books.
The Pelican Point duplex homes are the southern-most homes on Harbor Island....a single row of elevated duplex houses facing the ocean to the east and an expansive tidal marsh to the west. Harbor Island offers abundant natural beauty with over two miles of private beach with gentle surf, dolphins and seabirds, and rolling sand dunes covered with sea oats and myrtle. If you are lucky and the time is right you may even see protected sea turtle hatchlings headed for the ocean one night. All guests have access to the Harbor Island Beach and Racquet Club facilities: an Olympic sized pool overlooking the marshes of the Harbor River with fabulous sunset views, a kiddie pool, sand volleyball court, 1/2 court basketball, children's playground, fitness center, tennis courts and sundries shop. A perfect place for a family vacation or relaxing romantic retreat, Puffin Place is waiting to welcome you to beautiful, private, Harbor Island.

Renters must be over 25 years of age to reserve our property.

Pet policy: 2 Dogs Max, Pre-Approval on 2nd Dog, $200 per pet. Pets are allowed on the beach, but must be leashed at all times. Please help keep Harbor Island pet friendly -clean up after your pooch!

*3.5 % Booking fee added to total. Vehicle gate pass fees are per vehicle, set by the Island and subject to change. Rates: day pass $25; 2 nights $35; 3 nights $45; 4 nights $55; 5 nights $65; 6 nights $75; 7 nights $85;, 8-30 nights $140; 31-365 nights $215. Starter supplies (1-3 nights) provided of paper towels, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, toilet tissue, hand soap.


*Please note that golf cart rentals are NOT permitted for renters per the Harbor Island rules. Personal golf carts also can NOT be brought onto the island per the rules.

*Property furnishings are subject to change and may not reflect the property pictures. This material is based upon information, which we consider reliable, but because it has been supplied by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such.

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Sea Island Rentals
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oceanmarsh Subdivision

Located in Harbor Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ocean Point Golf Course and Fripp Island Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Saint Helena Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Hunting Island Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Hunting Island - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Fripp Island Beach - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 33 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Edisto Beach State Park - 118 min drive - 135.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnson Creek Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bonito Boathouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Another Slice - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beedos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front View Pet Friendly Duplex With Screened Porch! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front View Pet Friendly Duplex With Screened Porch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front View Pet Friendly Duplex With Screened Porch!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front View Pet Friendly Duplex With Screened Porch! located?

This Harbor Island holiday home is on the beach, 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Butchers Island, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hunting Island and Hunting Island Lighthouse. Fripp Island Beach and Fripp Island Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NYE
We had a much needed and relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Loved every minute of it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable But Well Worn
Overall we are happy with this accomodation and would select again. Listing and pictures were accurate, however, the accommodations show its age and wear. Much time and confusion regarding TV's, cable, components and remotes. Stereo did not work. Internet can be spotty. Very well equipped kitchen. Beautiful Low Country scenery and short walk to beach. Beach does not have waves but large shifting sand bars, making place quite private and naturally peaceful in comparison to other ocean beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
This location was perfect for completely relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANNE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Trip
We had a wonderful time😊
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful
Peaceful place. Will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would return to Puffin Place
The house was perfect. Roomy and comfy. Loved the quick access to the beach. Plenty of good restaurants and the Low Country is beautiful and the people welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marci R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly home
We spent most of our time on the screened porch. Beautiful views of the marsh and ocean. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything And More
The vacation rental was everything and more! Beautiful location. It was wonderful hearing the ocean all day and night. We’ll be back as soon as we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Overall a good trip. The views from the back porch were great. The master bedroom bed was very comfortable. The kitchen needs an update with pots and pans etc. It would of been nice to have a golf cart but we had our bikes to get around the island. We would definitely stay on the island again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Getaway
We both agreed- this place was one of our all time favorite stays. If you love nature and privacy you'll love it here. The walk to the beach is down a private board walk that you share with the house beside you. The beach is so beautiful. The house had everything we needed. There are only 3-4 restaurants near you so we recommend you run to the Gay Fish Company and pick up some local fish to grill, tog et the full local experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June 2023
Duplex was private, clean, and as described with a wonderful gas fireplace and screened in porch. Furnishings and TV's need updated out of the 80's with smart electronics. Beach was quiet and an easy walk over walkway. Great shark fishing at both ends of the island. Pool & ball courts enjoyed by all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Linda O.

Nice Location
The location of the property is nice. 5 minute walk to beach. The home is dated and is in need of repairs. We enjoyed the screened in porch more than anything. The house was not clean, dirt under the furniture, in bad need of paint and a intensive / thorough cleaning. The HVC vents were filled with cob-webs, rusted and need replacing. Killed several bugs inside the house.

6/10 Okay

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Great for a quiet retreat in a natural setting. Not good for ocean swimmers
Good little property. Somewhat dated with lamps and fans that didn’t work properly. No outside shower. Clean. Kitchen well-stocked. Excellent bedrooms and bathrooms. Very comfortable beds. Very spacious for families to spread out. Location is on the sound rather than the Atlantic Ocean itself so there was limited breeze if any and no waves and you have to walk out 400 yards to get waist deep in the water. The community pool was wonderful. The state park (Huntington) with an excellent beach is a seven minute drive quiet. More typical Atlantic swimming highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Bradley C., Paducah KY

Nice home that has serious mold spores growing out of the HVAC system.
Beautiful home. And unfortunately it wasn't very well maintained it was dirty and it had mold growing out of just about everyone of the registers for the heat pump. So im sure we breathed in mold spores. I took lots of pictures of the problem. The beach is more like a lake. There literally is no waves at this beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

stephanie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful island
We really enjoyed the quiet location of this property. The island was an easy bike rode and the pool amenities were fantastic. There was no eatery on the island, but food trucks daily by the pool area. There are also restaurants within a short drive. Would recommend Shrimp Shack. The kitchen was well stocked. There were so many games, puzzle, and books for us to enjoy. Plenty of space underneath the house for three cars and bikes. The bedrooms were spacious. The downstairs bedroom was lacking a dresser but had plastic containers for a small amount of clothing. The biggest downside was the MOSQUITOES. They were loaded up and ready for attack anytime we stepped out of the house. We spent $50+ on repellents and sprays. Used candles and thermacell on the porch. Trying to get home after dinner I counted over 30 that had entered the house. Unloading and loading the car was awful. The other disappointment was not hearing the ocean from the house. When the tide is low, it is so far away. Even high tide you can barely hear waves over the marsh.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, well appointed house, quiet stay
Cozy, well appointed house, in an excellent location. We enjoyed the privacy, quiet, and stunning view. Three bathrooms was a huge plus. I can't say enough about the location---relatively isolated, gorgeous! Found the bird rookery with nesting egrets and herons in bushes on this trip---a surprising treat. Overall wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Angela H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great property and property management
The house was at a great location. The property management was fantastic. Very attentive and easy to reach. There were certain things about the stay that could’ve easily been changed to make it a 5 star stay. The towels provided were awful. They were ratty and so old! They only provided 1 towel per person the entire stay and the towels were so worn out that they couldn’t absorb the moisture off of your skin. There were no beach towels. The outside trash situation was a mess. Literally. There was trash all over the front area and under the stairs, assuming from the previous guest. The small trash can in the kitchen is broken, cracked all over, I was afraid it was going to rip the bag. We were only provided 1 bag too. The beds were very comfortable except the master bed didn’t have a proper fitted sheet. It was a mattress pad turned inside out. It was very uncomfortable and itchy. A fitted sheet would be an easy fix. Has 5 star potential but bring your own sheets towels and trash can.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice neighborhood
Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

scott g.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Renters be warned
The house has mold. It's in all the bathrooms and if you are someone with allergies (like my wife) it could be dangerous. The location of the house is good and the views from the screened in porch are great. The house has some positives, the appliances are somewhat new, the furnishing are nice but it's the little things that are disappointing. The sheets have holes in them, four lights were out, a massive amount of grease on the vent over the stove, and there were spider webs in the windows. It's a nice property but not well maintained. It may be a combination of a neglectful owner and poor property maintanence. I will say that the property management is responsive and seems to be genuinely concerned when we reported the mold issue. They sent a person out almost immediately to address it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Karin G., Atlanta

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away from the city
Rental was easy, the property manger answered all my questions promptly and thoroughly. Great place to enjoy pristine and preserved natural old fashioned beach. Location was excellent, the beach was awesome, and the wildlife was amazing. This was exactly what our family needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
License to Chill
This was our third visit in the past year, and this has become our favorite place to 'chill' and listen to Mr Buffett!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marcella F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2019 Vacation Harbor Island
Very nice! Lots to do around Beauford.

10/10 Excellent

Karen t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New location
We decided to try a new location for our summer vacation. We loved the house and the ability to bring our 2 dogs! The beach was beautiful and the weather was awesome. It was not a typical beach due to the ever so changing tides and very shallow waterfront but it was warm and clear. Great location, quiet area, and full of beautiful nature all around us! Thanks for the wonderful memories that we get to take with us forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
House was in a excellent location. Walk out the back door straight out to the board walk. Will plan on returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

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Welcome to Puffin Place! This is 1/2 of a large duplex home with stunning ocean and marsh views. 2016-2017 updates: fully repainted interior (walls, ceilings, trim), new hardwood flooring upstairs, new kitchen and foyer tile, updated bathrooms, new

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