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Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available!

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New Heated pool completed in March of 2025
Welcome to 3 Governors Dr.
Beautiful palms and live oaks adorn the property
We added a railing to the new pool for easier in and out.
Plants blooming in January

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Johns Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Osprey Point Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available!

Kiawah Island is a barrier island located approximately 20 miles south of the historic city of Charleston. Kiawah has ten miles of pristine beach and five world-class golf courses, including the famous Ocean Course. The island also provides over 30 miles of paved leisure trails, tennis, and plenty of family activities.

Our home was brand new in April, 2001. Features include an open floor plan with a two-story great room, hardwood floors throughout living area, carpeted bedrooms, and tile bathrooms. We just completed a complete kitchen renovation in January of 2020. The kitchen is fully stocked with utensils and appliances. Bed and bath linens are supplied. There are ceiling fans throughout the entire house, including the front and back porches.

Enjoy your own private pool that's ideal for families and goes from 3.5' deep to 5.5'deep. It's great for kids and adults and has plenty of seating area in it at the shallow end. The pool is heated from the beginning of April until the end of October as needed. The pool can also be heated at other times of the year for an additional fee if the temperatures are moderate enough.

In 2022 we installed a bar area heading out to the screened in porch area that has an under counter ice maker and beverage and wine cooler. The ice maker is capable of providing 25 lbs of ice per day and is ideal for those coolers to the beach or beverages at the house.

Enjoy your morning cup of coffee in one of the comfortable rocking chairs on the front porch. Spend the afternoon on the spacious, well-furnished back porch, which also features a screened-in area. Your whole family will be able to take advantage of the heated swimming pool (April until end of October), and should you choose to spend the day at the beach, it is a 15-minute walk or a seven-minute bike ride. You can rinse off the sand in the outdoor shower when you get back!


The first floor features a master suite (king-size bed) with a private bath that has a jacuzzi tub and separate glass shower. Also on the first floor is a bedroom (queen-size bed) with private bath. Move into the two-story foyer and up the stairs, and you will find two more bedrooms (queen-size bed, two double-size beds) that each have their own bathrooms and private balconies overlooking the pool.

If you are interested in entertainment, all 4 bedrooms have Flat screen HD Cable TV's. The two-story great room offers a large flat screen HD Smart TV, stereo, CD changer, and surround sound in the lower level with speakers for the rear deck. The open floor plan provides a steady flow throughout and makes it easy to socialize no matter what room of the house you're in. Have a sit-down dinner with your family at the dining room table that seats ten.

There is parking for 2 cars in the garage as well a plenty of storage for keeping the bikes and beach equipment out of site. We are also allowed parking of up to 4 vehicles in the driveway.

Kiawah is a great place to visit any time of the year with winter months being very moderate and beautiful weather for Spring, Summer and Fall. We stay on Saturday to Saturday rentals from mid May to mid September and are flexible on stays the rest of the time.



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Property manager

Matt & Kathy Cern
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Rentals are Saturday to Saturday from May through September during prime season.

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
Property Registration Number Rental License RBL21-000009

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Osprey Point Golf Course and Turtle Point Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron Park. The Resort Shop and Fort Lamar Historic Preserve are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Johns Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 9 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Night Heron Park - 11 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Ocean Course - 14 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 66 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available! have a pool?

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

Is Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 4 bedroom/4 bath home with private heated pool, Fall weeks available! located?

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this golf holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Kiawah Island Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Turtle Point Golf Course and Osprey Point Golf Course. Night Heron Park is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

CJ O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiawah weekend
Nice house. Electric stovetop glichey and did not boil water.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nov. Trip
House was great, and Matt was very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Full Family Gathered
Property was as advertised and contact with owner was outstanding. Suggested improvements were already planned by owner
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Storm Debby did not deny us a good time
Second stay at this user friendly property. Well supplied kitchen, baths, and bar setup with ice maker. Pool allowed us some time to swim even with the rain. We hit the beach every day, tropical storm or not. Did the easy ride down Alley of the Oaks in the rain.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiawah stsy
Great stay, kind of far from the beach when toting 2 two year olds and a baby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful July 4th Trip
Great property! Home is exactly as posted, fantastic pool and location. Kiawah is still a special place, even with the new developments and increased traffic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay at Kiawah
Property was very nice. Plenty of room for all of us. Owner was very responsive. Golf was incredible. Will come back to Kiawah Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!!
Perfect in every way!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family escape
Really enjoyed 5 days on Kiawah Island with my family. Staying at the house was especially nice to have our own space and kids really took advantage of the heated pool. House was as advertised and communication with the owner was great. Ran into one little issue with the pool heater and the owner called me right back and resolved the issue in minutes. Would have no issues renting again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay for Families
We had a wonderful stay as a family of 6. The kitchen had everything we needed, the house was the location we wanted for beach access, and having the heated pool was a huge bonus. We loved the outdoor space and the extra toys for the kids was very nice to have access to. We had to get in touch with the owner while we there and the communication was fast and easy. He also answered with recommendations for Easter dinner options before our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location. Very pleased.
Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iwona K., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Had a wonderful stay on Kiawah, we loved every moment,this house is perfect for our family, very spacious and nice layout.Perfect location,easily accessed biking/walking trails well equipped, clean. The common area was a great place for meals, games and hanging out with family. We enjoyed the lovely porches.The pool was super fun enjoyed by all, super clean, heated , nice private setting with plenty seating. Very kind, friendly, quick to respond owners! We will definitely be back! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
Property was as advertised. The home is spacious and lovely and met our needs completely.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful house
We were so excited about this house. It was just as pictured and much much more. Not only were rooms comfortable but they had everything you could think of Plenty of cookware, a pack & play for a baby, booster seats and plenty of games. Brought a lot of these things ourselves and we didn’t have to Spent much of the time with the family on the porch. It’s a very beautiful, clean home and we had a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B., Johnston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
We had a great stay on Kiawah and this house was perfect for our family vacation. Great location, beautiful kitchen, close walk to the beach and wonderful pool! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B., Carlisle PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiawah August stay
Very nice home with well equipped kitchen and bar area. Abundant towels and linens. Grill was immediately replaced by very responsive Owner when first one failed. Dual heat/cool zones. Electronics worked well. Would recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P., Knoxville, TN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation!
Beautiful home! Everything was really clean and well cared for. Best stocked vacation home we’ve ever stayed in! The pool was greatly enjoyed by all. Hope to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Kiawah Stay - Ever!!
This was our fifth trip to Kiawah, but our first time at this property. I wish we had always stayed here!! So much room, the kitchen was incredibly well-stocked, the pool was great, the furniture comfortable, the beds! I was so mad that I slept in a few times because the bed was so comfortable and I slept so soundly I didn’t hear my alarm! I could keep going. Matt and Kathy are amazing hosts. I had some questions and they are so prompt in responding. I truly felt so comfortable at their home and working with them. They are friendly and I truly felt they want you to enjoy your time - it doesn’t just feel like a business transaction and that was refreshing!!! My family (two teens and a younger one) have informed the hubs and I we are not permitted to stay anywhere else on Kiawah - ever. An endorsement from teens (who are never happy, lol) is worth its weight in gold!! If you’re considering the property and still reading my review…book it! You won’t regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June 2023
This is a beautiful home with fantastic, friendly and responsive owners! The area is gorgeous and it was a quiet and private location. Our only issue was that the house wasn’t cleaned to our standards and perhaps the owners need to be made aware and find a new cleaning crew.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MarY W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, private home - great for a family
The house is large, well equipped and very lovely. It is quiet and very private back by the wonderful swimming pool. Lots of spaces for our family to spread out, have private time if needed but also to gather as a group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Peg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
Kiawah is one of our very special “ happy places” for over 45 years . This was second time we enjoyed a week in this beautiful and comfy home, first time was as 4 couples, old friends. We cooked together most every night , enjoyed the super clean pool, and I got all 8 old folks on rental bikes ( all 70+ !) to go to beach. That was really fun . This time we had our 2 adult children/ spouses and teenage grandsons. The bike ride to beach is easy and pretty , just be very careful as you cross Governor’s Drive to bike bath, remind all to look both ways. We had breakfast and most lunches at home , nice big kitchen , and ate out most nights. Everyone did their own thing during day , some biking to beach, filming a sunrise, looking for alligators, many enjoying swimming ,sunning near boardwalk 32, some bike riding to the Night Heron Park, ( basketball playing teenagers really enjoyed hanging there late afternoon till dark ) several trips to restaurants at Fresh Fields , some trips to Charleston for sightseeing. We gathered in evening for family time , such a great house for everyone to relax. Pool is so well maintained , plenty of furniture , great TVs and good wi-if , nice big grill is very clean ( some rentals are not so clean ) House is spacious and nice layout . With many sweet family pictures displayed throughout the house , it is easy to see how Matt and Kathy have made so many special memories over the years . Thanks for another memorable week at your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family home with great pool
The house is accurately described and very comfortable, with a well-stocked kitchen, nice layout, pleasant outdoor spaces. There are a lot of extras (lots of books, kids’ toys, booster seats for the kids, more towels than most rentals offer, the use of the garage). There was a generous vibe to the house (e.g., a note to ‘feel free to take a book home if you haven’t yet finished it’) and it felt like we were living in a family home versus a rental house. The pool is especially nice…super clean (and well-maintained—a pool cleaner serviced the pool the week we were there), heated, and in a nice private setting with plenty of seating.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald N., Sheboygan, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
This was our first visit to Kiawah Island and this house made the visit extra special. We came here with our kids and grandkids to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and this was the perfect house for that. The home is beautiful with amazing surroundings. The home is tastefully decorated and furnished very nicely. It was clean, very spacious, and the kitchen was well stocked with cookware. All four bedrooms had a full bathroom, which was really nice. There is a very large table in the dining room that accommodated all 8 of us easily and you could even seat more than that. The bar area was a big hit with the ice machine and wine cooler under the counter, very nice amenities to have. We all enjoyed a very nice pool and patio area in the the back of the home. Lots of chairs, lounge chairs, and small tables around the pool. There were also lots of pool toys that we could use. There is a nice screened in porch with table and chairs and the back porch overlooking the pool is well furnished with chairs, rocking chairs, benches, and a Weber gas grill, which we enjoyed using. The front porch is also quite spacious with rockers and tables as well. The owners were very quick to respond with any questions and very easy to communicate with during the whole process. They also gave us lots of tips for shopping and dining in the area and even sent us a nice map of the island which was very handy. We thoroughly enjoyed celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary on Kiawah Island and in this beautiful home on a beautiful island. If you’re thinking about a trip to Kiawah and looking for a place to stay you, will enjoy this spacious lovely home!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to visit
We loved Kiawah- most beautiful vacation place I have ever been to. The house was spacious and gorgeous!! Caution- no grab bars in showers though. Probably not a concern for most, but was for one of our group!! Would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southern paradise
Our a Kiawah stay was fantastic, thanks to this incredible home. Perfectly situated on the island with easy access to the beach via a beautiful oak covered walkway that is roughly a ten minute walk or if you do what we did and I highly recommend it, get bikes to ride around the island and it cuts the time it takes to get to the beach to 5 minutes. House is well stocked, the pool was amazing, the beds comfy, plenty of space and it is a beautiful home. Easily accommodated our family of seven.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt & Kathy Cern

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We started spending spring breaks with our family in 1992 and just fell in love with the Island. We bought our lot in 1997 and decided to build our dream vacation home in 2001. It's created so many family memories for Kathy and I as well as for our 3 children and now 7 grand children that can never be replaced.

Why they chose this property

We built the home knowing we would be doing vacation rental with it. We wanted to make sure that each bedroom had their own bathroom to offer privacy for our guests. The wide open and spacious living area allows for guests to spend time comfortably together if desired or find your own little area for some quiet time on one of the porches. It's hard to beat having your own private pool.

What makes this property unique

The pool area is very secluded and offers plenty of sun most of the year. Even in cooler weather it remains comfortable for sunning being so protected from the wind. The pool is very kid friendly with steps and seating in the shallow end.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests