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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12375.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hilton Head, South Carolina
  • Singleton Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Folly Field Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Shelter Cove Harbour
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First Floor Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor King Bed

1 King Bed

Second Floor Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Bunk Bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Third Floor Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bunk Bed Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor King Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Third Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf

Welcome to 12 Whelk Street, Hilton Head Island's premier vacation destination, where beachside luxury meets unmatched convenience. Just 145 feet from the pristine sands of Bradley Beach, this recently renovated four-story property offers stunning ocean views and a private, tranquil retreat. With five spacious bedrooms and five bathrooms, this home is perfect for families, friends, or groups seeking the ultimate coastal escape.

Enjoy the convenience of private gated beach access, ensuring seamless trips to the shore whenever you desire. Beyond the beach, this property is ideally located near the best Hilton Head has to offer. The vibrant Shelter Cove shopping and dining district is just minutes away, providing an array of restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment options. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being within walking distance of Chaplin Park, which features tennis courts, basketball courts, walking trails, and athletic fields for endless recreation. Inside, the home's open-concept first level is perfect for entertaining, while ten private balconies provide spectacular ocean views and peaceful spots to relax. A private elevator offers convenience across all four levels, and the outdoor space, complete with a private pool, propane grill, and dining area, invites unforgettable evenings under the stars. For indoor fun, enjoy the recreational garage with a ping pong and foosball table, or explore the fully stocked game, puzzle, and book cabinet, perfect for guests of all ages.

Whether you're lounging by the pool, diving into a great book, or sharing a family game night, 12 Whelk Street delivers the perfect blend of luxury, location, and convenience. Book your dream vacation today and create lasting memories by the ocean!

FREE activities included with our signature Southern Hospitality Pass! Your pass includes one free round of golf daily at partner courses like the Heritage Collection and the Brown Group. Note: This is per day, not per person. You also receive one free round of miniature golf each day at Adventure Cove and one complimentary bike from Island Cruisers to start your stay. A $25 delivery fee applies for one bike; additional bikes are delivered free and available at a discount.

12 Whelk Street, Hilton Head, SC

First Floor: Kitchen Area (Bar seating for two), Living Area, Dining Area (Seating for ten), Two Balconies, TV
- Bedroom 1: First Floor, Queen Bed, TV, Bath (Shared to common space, Walk-in Shower), Balcony (Private)

Second Floor: Laundry Room
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, Queen Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in Shower), Balcony (Private)
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, Primary, King Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in shower, Tub), 2 Private Balconies

Third floor
- Bedroom 4: Third Floor, Twin/ Full Bunk Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in shower), Balcony (Private)
- Bedroom 5: Third Floor, Primary, Queen Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in shower, Tub), 2 Private Balconies

Parking: 4 Cars
Garage/ Ground Level : Foosball Table, Ping Pong Table, Elevator, Entrance to Pool, Gas Grill (Propane Included), Lounge Chairs and Seating.
Elevator: 34" by 34" (Our properties and elevators are not ADA compliant)
Pool: 20' by 8' (This pool cannot be heated)

INCLUDED WITH RESERVATION:
Linens, bedding and bath towels
Starter amenities (1-3 day's worth) including: bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, dish detergent, dish soap, kitchen trash bags, laundry detergent, one roll of paper towels, toilet paper, 2 rolls per bathroom.
Free Activities: Golf, Mini Golf, Bicycle Rental (1 round of golf per day, 1 round of mini golf per day, 1 bicycle per reservation)

NOT INCLUDED WITH RESERVATION:
Beach Towels
Beach Chairs, Pool Toys, Beach Wagons
Children's Items (Cribs, Highchairs, etc.)
* These items can be rented for an additional charge. We can provide recommendations, as needed, or you can use any company of your choosing.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: To secure a reservation, we require a 50% deposit upfront and the balance payment due thirty days prior to arrival via Visa, Master, Discover, American Express. ID Verification is required.

Property manager

Vacation Homes of Hilton Head
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Languages

English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Hilton Head Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Hilton Head Island. Adventure Cove and Port Royal Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pirate's Island Adventure Golf and Legendary Golf. 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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Hilton Head, South Carolina

What's nearby

  • Singleton Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Folly Field Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Shelter Cove Harbour - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Coligny Beach - 12 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta House Shelter Cove - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coco's on the Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coconutz Sportz Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf located?

Located in Mid Island, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Folly Field Beach and Burkes Beach. Adventure Cove and Singleton Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J L.

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

Great Vacation

Very nice home with lots of space. Very convenient to not so crowded beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Connie V.

Good

Very clean. Loved the location. Toilets could be updated.one seemed to spray water when flushing. Placemats and dining chair cushions need replacing.
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6/10 Okay

Jenny J.

Senior annual vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We are a group of seniors all single that vacation every year in HHI. We have been coming to HHI for several years. The home was most spacious, clean and well equipped from the kitchen to really everything. I was very unhappy that my check in time was moved to 5 pm. That’s nearly a whole day. I know for a fact that there had been no one in the home the week before. But we were not allowed in the home till 5pm! WiFi name was wrong along with the password. Another delay. The path to the beach is not easy nor quick. We won’t pick this house again. I’ve rented from the same rental company year after year. But not again.
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10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

12 Whelk Memories

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our time at 12 Whelk Street. We had a family of 14, and had enough space to spread out & have privacy!

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

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

Hilton Head Vacation

The property was perfect for a weeks stay at the beach! Short walk to beach, great neighborhood, property was roomy and just as listed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Sergey

Wonderful Property, Slightly overpriced for current Condition

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property and location that doesn't come with as great of a price sticker as a true oceanfront. Condition of some doors/locks/hardware and could use some updates or a handyman to resolve. Otherwise great property for a family environment. Would be great to have ramp access to beach boardwalk as currently stairs and partial platform is the means of access to the beach. If it could be extended and ramps on both sides, it would be good for carts/stroller access.
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8/10 Good

Doug P.

Needs updated

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good location marred by dishwasher and dryer failures, no hot water in MBR one day and dodgy oven. Not enough beds and bedrooms for two couples and 5 single adults. Needs deep cleaned especially pool level. Property management was very responsive during Thanksgiving holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam B.

12 Whelk Street, HHI

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nicely appointed, and we loved the game cabinet!
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10/10 Excellent

Large house in convenient location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was large enough to handle our 6 adults and 5 kids quite easily. Large round table was nice for meals. Elevator was useful for loading and unloading, but we didn’t use it daily as it was pretty slow. Very convenient to the beach which was not the least bit overcrowded. Management was quick to respond to all issues.

10/10 Excellent

Autumn W.

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

First Time in Hilton Head

Great introduction to Hilton Head! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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6/10 Okay

Not Very Happy

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you don't want to hear the answer don't ask the question. 1st- there was no wi-fi or internet upon our arrival and we spent a large part of our first three days finding out why and waiting for Comcast technicians. Comcast can do nothing for a persone renting the home. There was no acceptable excuse for this. You really should refund some of our money. 2nd- We found there is a broken knob on one of the burner controls on the stove. 3rd- Several of the sliding doors in the bedrooms do not close and lock, these need to be repaired. 4th- The floors were dirty and grimy. The cleaning staff is not cleaning the home very well between rentals. These issue must be corrected.
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6/10 Okay

jackie w.

needs work

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the house need work , walls have cracks in sheet rock,doors stick and tile floors are cracked
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
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8/10 Good

A guest from Loganville, GA

Annual Hilton Head Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although we had a wonderful time, the construction was not complete next door and they started before 8 every day. We had to pull nails from the pool before the kids could get in and we had to check it everyday. The location had easy access to the beach and the house is very nice but needed some work.
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4/10 Poor

Norman F.

Don't be fooled by the pictures

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For starters, the pictures they are using are totally inaccurate. There is a huge house blocking the view. We booked based on the photos provided. This house did not feel as luxurious as others we have stayed at. In general, we felt totally deceived and would not have booked this house if the pictures had been accurate. The real estate brochure had updated pictures so there is no reason for VHHH to be using the old ones. If you like matching dishes and silverware, or would like a storage container or two,then please skip this home. The towels and sheets were scratchy and most of the mattresses felt like they needed to be replaced. The dishwasher was not working properly. They did come out quickly to check it, but had to order a part. They did not offer us so much as extra dish towels while we hand washed everything for almost 3 days. We would not stay here again and we are also not planning to use Vacation Homes of Hilton Head again.
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10/10 Excellent

Bryant P.

Vacation time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time close to the ocean. Great place to stay with our family.
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6/10 Okay

JULIA G.

vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: mold on bathroom vents and in elevator, patio furniture broken and in need of replacement, one washcloth per person for a week, dust under beds and behind furntire - we felt need to vacuum and reclean certain area. blinds in master on third missing slats, dead bugs around doors. Balcony door on main level needs fixing or replacing.. only open so far or sticks - very hard to close. Overall the location was great but lot of issues with the house.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

12 Whelk St

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had a great vacation. We enjoyed our stay. The house was great. We enjoyed the pool area and access to the beach. The views from the house are amazing.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Beautiful Spring Break Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay in Hilton Head Island was a great experience! Vacation Homes of Hilton Head has top notch customer service & the house we stayed in was beautiful! Two families (4 adults and 4 kids) fit very comfortably in this house. It was a great property, and a very short walk to the beach. We appreciated the large refrigerator and kitchen/dining/living room space, and ample bed/bath space too! There are plenty of things to do at the house if needing a break from the beach (ping pong, cornhole, tons of board games, and a pool for cooling off in). While there were a few beach supplies (3 chairs and a few toys), you may have to bring or buy extras. Overall, a great property and would stay again!
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10/10 Excellent

Priscella M.

A

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was an awesome experience we thoroughly enjoyed the rental, we are looking at renting it again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

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

Great location, close to the beach, perfect for families!

I would definitely stay here again. There was plenty of space for everyone, and the walk to the beach was great. I would suggest stocking the house with board games, cards, and books.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Hilton Head Island - Mom's Dream

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: That's right! Mom's Dream!! 12 Whelk is a beautiful house for our family on Hilton Head Island. It was decorated nicely, was very clean, and very close to the beach! Enjoyed the pool every day and had a great view of the ocean even though it is close to the house behind it. There was an issue with the cable and internet that was taken of by Brittney at Vacation Homes of HH.

8/10 Good

Hannah A.

Liked: Check-in, location

Close to beach

Very nice home, but showing its age. New appliances! Very short walk to beach! The house really needs new mattresses and new pillows!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Hunter P.

Family Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had plans to celebrate my cousin's birthday at the beach with a few couples. It ended up that it was only going to be two couples with kids. This house is massive and we each got our own floor, which was really nice. With the two garages, it was easy to store all our beach supplies. The swimming pool was refreshing and tucked in behind the house, it was nice that there was minimal sun. The walk to the beach was just fine since we were so close. I will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

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

Hilton Head Dream

Great house for a group of couples celebrating an engagement! I wish the beds were queens instead of fulls but each room having their own bathroom was SUPER nice. We would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
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8/10 Good

A guest from Hanburg, NY S.

12 Whelk St

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location. Nicely furnished. Close to the beach. Easy access. Numerous balconies wth ocean views. Floor plan is nicely laid out. Beautiful master suite.

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