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Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room

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Open and airy layout
Awesome kitchen, complete with all that you will need to feed a crown.
Room
Just steps from the beach!
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 22364.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Hilton Head Island, SC
  • Coligny Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Coligny Plaza
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Palmetto Dunes Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Guest Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Guest Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 5

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room

-Private Pool, Spa w/ Private Grotto
-Game Room
-Outdoor Kitchen w/ GreenEgg
-Outdoor Fireplace
No Pets Allowed
-Xplorie - 2 Free Adult Bikes (Valid for stays from 3 - 21 nights)
-Walk to Beach

Welcome to 16 Mallard in N. Forest Beach! This stunning, spacious home features soaring ceilings and countless luxurious amenities. Experience the ultimate outdoor retreat featuring a private grotto with a covered spa, cozy fireplace, and spacious dining area, all designed with your family in mind. With a game room and 7 bedrooms, this home offers endless enjoyment for guests of all ages.

Bedrooms/Bathrooms:
-This spacious home accommodates 20+ guests, featuring a private bedroom suite on the main level and two additional suites with en-suite bathrooms on the upper level.
-For added privacy, enjoy the guest house with bunk beds and a half-bath or the loft leading to the master suite, which includes a king bed, sitting area, balcony, and Japanese stone soaking tub. The home also features dimmable lighting and a hot water circulation system for instant hot water.

Living Spaces:
-The main level boasts a grand foyer with 26-foot ceilings, an open-concept living and dining area, and a gourmet kitchen equipped with state-of-the-art European appliances.
-The lanai and game room are packed with entertainment options, including a full-size slate pool table, air hockey, foosball, and an arcade-style basketball game—guaranteed to keep both kids and adults engaged for hours of fun.

Outdoor:
-The pool deck boasts elegant aged stone flooring and ample seating, creating a serene space to unwind. Surrounded by a lush bamboo wall and an 8-foot privacy fence, the tropical pool area offers ultimate seclusion. The saltwater pool and spa can also be heated for added comfort, available for an additional charge.-Featuring a private grotto spa, a covered outdoor kitchen with deluxe grills, and a natural stone fireplace with an oversized hearth—perfect for marshmallow toasting or cozying up with a book.

Just 300 steps from the beach on a quiet cul-de-sac, 16 Mallard St is the ideal retreat for families and groups. Located in Forest Beach, a charming Hilton Head neighborhood known for its sandy shores, ocean views, and family-friendly vibe, guests can enjoy beach access, scenic boardwalks, local shops, and nearby dining in a serene, welcoming atmosphere.

When you book with Hilton Head Properties R & R, your vacation comes with added perks:
-Complimentary Activities & Equipment: Xplorie - 2 Free Adult Bikes (Valid for stays from 3 - 21 nights), two beach chairs (Memorial Day–Labor Day), and daily activities like golf, ropes courses, mini-golf, and a dolphin tour, with coverage for one person for stays of 3–21 nights.
-Luxurious Touches: Relax with plush beach towels and first-morning Starbucks coffee to start your day in style. Pool can be heated for additional fee.
-Prompt Maintenance Support: Our full-time maintenance team ensures a hassle-free stay.
-Thoughtful Amenities: We provide high-quality bedding, bath towels, beach towels, and a starter kit with toiletries, detergents, and paper products to make packing easier. Entry is keyless. Sonos Audio for Speakers. Luxury Concierge Services upon request!

Choose us for a worry-free vacation filled with comfort, convenience, and unforgettable memories. Let us help make your dream getaway a reality!

Property manager

Darcey Sundling, Hilton Head Properties R & R
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

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

About the area

Hilton Head Island

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in South End, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. Shoppers can check out Coligny Plaza, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coligny Beach and North Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Sandbox and Legendary Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hilton Head Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Coligny Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coligny Plaza - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sea Pines Forest Preserve - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Shipyard Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Bamboo Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Frosty Frog - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sea Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frozen Moo - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪FISH Casual Coastal Seafood - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis | Private Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Game Room located?

This family-friendly Hilton Head Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Coligny Beach and Coligny Plaza. Coligny Theater and Van Der Meer Tennis Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Great house for reunions

We enjoyed the place. Large, very well equipped kitchen, large dining table seats 16, bedrooms and baths quite comfortable, game room, TV room worked well for various, simultaneous activities. And fabulous beach within easy reach. Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mukul J.

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

Hilton Head - perfect getaway for spring

Great location, all as advertised/promised
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barry W., Tulsa, Oklahoma

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

Great House & Location

Our family enjoyed the house and location tremendously.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Golf Weekend

Had a great weekend at this home. Plenty of room for 15+ people to enjoy all the amenities it has to offer. The pictures don't do it justice. Golf, Beach, Restaurants and Stores all very close!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Family reunion

Extended family vacation - 7 young adults, 1 infant, 8 older adults. We loved the home, location and the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Vacation for Extended Family

We booked this house because it could accommodate 6 married couples, 6 single college age adults, and 3 children under the age of 2 to celebrate the family matriarch's 85 birthday. We selected this house because we could all stay in one house. The house had a nice poole and a wonderful fully equipped kitchen suitable for the discriminating "chefs" in the family. We were very pleased with our selection and intend to rebook this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S., Cleveland, OH

excellent rental property, great for families

We had an excellent vacation at 16 Mallard. The house has everything for families with young children as well as teenagers. The kitchen was a great place to cook in and had everything you could need. The outdoor area was amazing and we really enjoyed the pool and spa. Great house for multiple families!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dale D., Spokane, Washington

great experience!

This is the place to rent in order to WOW your guests and yourself. You will be delighted!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stayed at 16 Mallard over...

Stayed at 16 Mallard over Labor Day. What a wonderful getaway! Private pool and hot tub are the perfect way to relax and the beach is only a 100 yards from the front door. The owners have really done a great job with all the furnishings/amenities and every room has an HDTV. I've already booked my stay for next year!

10/10 Excellent

Katie m., Chicago

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

Great beach vacation

What a great week we had at 16 Mallard. The house was great and fully stocked with everything you need. Terry was fantastic and always available. We spent a week before this in NC outerbanks and this blew it away. Great all around and beach was the most beautiful a we have seen 3 minute walk. Thanks so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

Large family vacation

The house was fabulous! We utilized the outdoor cooking facilities every night. We had been to HHI many times so it was wonderful to be able to enjoy the amenities of the house. Awesome pool and common areas (we had 17-20 adults in and out of the house) with room to spread out. The house was also very well equipped. Just bring your swim suit! Would definitely rent again.

8/10 Good

darrell K.

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

The house is very spacious and accommodated our group of 12 nicely. I rated 4 due to small oven.

It was strange. I found the home listed by local company and they were in able to rent for full week. However when I went thru the rental process on VRBO, I was thankfully able to rent for the days needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

HH Bacay 2022

Our annual family trip with our five adult children and 6 grandkids was enhanced through all the fun around this home! The pool was great, outdoor kitchen helped make easy yet tasty dinners and the game room was a hit with our grandkids and adults alike! The spaciousness of the home allowed plenty of room to spread out AND be together for game night! Highly recommend for large family and or friends group!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Best Vacation Home in Hilton Head

this is without question the best house we have stayed at on Hilton Head Island. We have stayed here four years and love it. We have a large group, the annex is great for teens. Lots to do at the house, fabulous pool with a wading end for little ones. Chris is a great host, if there any questions or concerns, he addresses them promptly. The kitchen is a delight for the gourmet cook, super gas stove, built-in steamer! I highly recommend this home, and we will back again in the future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Awesome Home, Great Location, Marvelous Vacation

My daughter graduated and we headed to 16 Mallard for a combination Family reunion/Graduation celebration. We could not have picked a better property. It easily accommodated our group which t one point reached 18 people. What a great house. So well stocked. Great Backyard and pool. Plenty of space. This was our first trip to Hilton Head and we fell in love with the place. A lot of that was due to this marvelous house.

6/10 Okay

dana h.

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

HH for first timers

The house was a great size for our group of 15. The location to beach and town was nice and walkable. The pool was enjoyed very much by our little people. The advertised use of spa(which was very dirty) and elevator(which we chose property for an 88 yo) had hidden costs which we were not expecting. The overall experience was ok and or group had a good time but we felt the house could of been cleaner and maybe could use some updating.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Spring Break

This vacation home is definitely "incredible". The pool and hot tub are great and they were perfectly heated to 87 degrees. Sitting at the outdoor fireplace was fantastic. The house was clean and organized with everything labeled and easy to find. The beach was a very short walk away and town a quick bike ride. The owner provided clear information needed to use all of the homes amenities. The sound system was top notch. Kids loved the game room and theater. Thank you Jann family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric K., Boston, MA

Beautiful House - It has everything you look for in a vacation

This house really exceeded any and all expectations. The area behind the house is an oasis - it has a great patio area perfect for barbecuing and soaking in the rays. The pool is great, and it even connects the hot tub, which sits directly below the patio. This house is great for any large number of people, whether you are a group of friends or a large family. And it even has a game room downstairs for kids, including a pool table and an arcade-style basketball shootout challenge. 16 Mallard is as good of a bang for your buck as you're going to find in North Forest Beach.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Awesome House for Multiple Familes or Large Groups

We stayed at this wonderful house last weekend for a girls' getaway. There were 8 of us and the house was not crowded in the least. It's a short distance to the beach and to Coligny Square - where there's a Piggly Wiggly grocery store and many re.staurants and shops. We're very picky ladies and everything aspect of the house was amazing. We didn't even get to the basement to use the pool table and other games table while we were there. I personally met the owners and they are extremely nice people and very easy to work with. They pay a lot of attention to detail throughout the house. I could go on and on, but I don't want it to be booked next year when we return next year, since we decided we had to visit at least one per year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great home for large groups

Our annual vacation group has been coming to HHI for the past several years, and since we needed more room, we found 16 Mallard to be a great home with lots of space for everyone to really enjoy. The kitchen is absolutely fabulous and is so well stocked with cookware, serveware, Tupperware...made us feel like we were at home in our own kitchens! The pool and spa were just perfect for relaxing, and the short walk to the beach was so simple. The front and back porches were used every day and were a great place to start and end the day. The upstairs master was a bit unusual since it includes 2 bedrooms and a shared bathroom but it will work. We had a couple of small maintenance issues and the response time and fixes were both outstanding. We would love to come back next year, but the very large rate increase just won't allow it. We truly enjoyed this beautiful house. Thanks, Jann family for sharing some great accommodations!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Family get together

This home could not have been more perfect. There were so many things exceptional about this home that it would be hard to list them all. We certainly appreciated all the attention the owners have given to making it easy and enjoyable to spend the week there. (Labeling lighting, dimmers, plenty of refrigerator room, ice machine, sound system, great game room, modern and up to date on everything, etc, etc, etc. The pool was perfect with the beach like shallow end for little ones and large enough to accomodate large groups. Wonderful, private backyard with plenty of seating for relaxing and watching the kids in the pool. We were more than pleasantly surprised with the accomodations considering we just could see pictures from the internet. The beds were wonderful too... Wished we could come each summer. But if we ever make it back to hilton head, we will definitely check with you. Thanks again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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One Word: WOW!

We just returned from an unforgettable family vacation at 16 Mallard, and were completely overwhelmed by how amazing it is. The house is incredible, with every possible amenity you can imagine. The kitchen is truly a dream which made cooking fun for everyone. Loved the separate ice maker and the warming oven. There are so many places to eat, both inside and out, that we could have chosen a different one for every meal! The kids, big and small, LOVED having a TV in every room and being able to quickly access the internet. We were concerned about not being right on the beach, but it is just a short walk away, and the backyard more than made up for it. It's worth the price just for the pool area itself. It is truly spectacular, completely private, and no chlorine to deal with. It's everything we wanted and more. Our thanks to the owners and property manager who stayed in contact to make sure that our stay was perfect. It was.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

INCREDIBLE House and Experience!

I cannot say enough great things about this property and its owner! It house itself is really open and spacious, well decorated, comfortable, homey and clean. All of the bedrooms are really nice (especially the master bedroom, it has a yoga studio off of it!) and the kitchen is amazing! We had 22 people staying in the house and we never felt crowded. The decks are really nice and we spent a ton of time out there from breakfast to dinner. Great pool and hot tub and really close to the beach. We were nervous about the proximity to the beach but shouldn't have been, it takes 1 minute to walk! The street is pretty quiet and we were nervous that we might be too loud for the neighbors but they were really understanding and let us know directly if they had any complaints. The owners and property maintenance staff were superb and helped us out so much. They were really accessible during the whole week and were so prompt about getting anything fixed or replaced or anything else we needed. Basically you cannot go wrong if you are looking for a fabulous, luxurious and fun beach vacation home!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This place was an ideal r...

This place was an ideal rental for our yearly family get together. We stayed in September 09'. To my amazement this house is completely updated with the lastest and greatest of technologies. Not only could I watch TV in every room, there is a wireless connection, so I could keep up with my office during the week. There is a huge kitchen area which was great for us to prepare all our meals and with all the people you never were bumping into everyone. Rooms were very clean and very cozy and the master made us feel like we were in a castle with all the space. There was even a bunk house for some of the kids to have some space and us to have some peace. As good as it is on the inside there is plenty of room outside the house. There are several decks that allow plenty of room to lounge, play cards, sit in the sun including down by the pool and hot tub, which the kids and all of us enjoyed everyday. One of the biggest perks with all of this house was that the beach was literally around the corner, maybe a 2 football field walk. The Caron's will definitely be back next summer. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R., Amherst, Ohio

Best house ever!

This house is wonderful, the pictures don't do it justice. The whole house is very high end. We loved the pool and the hot tub... the whole pool area is great. The game room and the media room were hits with all the kids. The boys loved staying in the "bunk house" as they called it. The kitchen is a dream kitchen.... the ice machine is an extra you don't get in other houses. Every deck area has fans, the grill is large enough to cook a feast. The master suite is something you have to see to believe. All the bedrooms were great, beds were all just like home....extra towels were provided as well as beach towels for the pool, so you don't have to worry about laundry all the time. The pool is one of the largest we have seen. There are pool toys to use and wonder tables and chairs to lounge in. The second refridg is in the game room just off from the pool, so there is always a cold beverage to be had by the pool. The beach is a short walk and they provide you with beach toys, chairs, and a cart to carry all your beach stuff in. There are even coolers to use if you want to take them to the beach. Our family truly loved this house and hope to be able to come back again some day.

About the host

Hosted by Darcey Sundling, Hilton Head Properties R & R

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Hilton Head Properties Realty & Rentals is a vacation rental company that was founded by four long-time islanders who were determined to address the issues of high expenses and poor maintenance prevalent in the industry.

Each founder brought their unique expertise to the table. One had extensive experience in second home maintenance, another had served as a customer service representative for over 1400 individuals, the third was a visionary who brought the team together, and fourth had over 30 years of real estate marketing experience for the properties now in their rental program. Together, they built a team that upholds the founding principles of the company.

The mission statements of Hilton Head Properties R & R reflect our commitment to our clients and guests. We strive to be dependable guardians going above and beyond to create raving fans and make everlasting memories. We value forming partnerships that matter and offering quality places. Above all, the bottom line is that we care.

Hilton Head Properties R & R provides property owners with comprehensive property management, creative rental marketing, concierge guest services, and the most proactive maintenance program available on the island. Our clients and guests can expect exceptional customer service and maintenance at every stage of the rental progress, from before the rental begins to after it ends. Hilton Head Properties R & R aims to exceed expectations and ensure that their guests and owners have a memorable and enjoyable stay.

We hope to provide you with an outstanding experience and look forward to welcoming you as our guest.

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