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1 BR Sweeping Ocean Views! Love Kiawah? Love your Accommodations too!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 269.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, South Carolina
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Ocean Course
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cougar Point Golf Course
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

1 BR Sweeping Ocean Views! Love Kiawah? Love your Accommodations too!

What Guests Love

- Incredible ocean views: Guests love the floor-to-ceiling ocean views from every room and the private deck—perfect for sunrises, relaxing, or enjoying a quiet meal.
- Romantic and peaceful: The Vista is a favorite for romantic getaways, offering a cozy, quiet, and beautifully designed space ideal for couples.
- Clean, comfortable, and well-appointed: The villa is spotless and thoughtfully stocked with everything guests need—from books and artifacts to fully equipped kitchen and plush bedding.
- Steps from the beach: Guests appreciate the quick walk to the beach and the private, peaceful location that still feels close to everything.
- Thoughtful, attentive hosts: Jeanette and Shawn are praised for going above and beyond, with great communication, special touches, and a seamless rental experience.

Overview

- Oceanfront, sweeping ocean views
- 1 bedroom: 1 king bed
- 1 bathroom
- Sleeps: 2 adults (no children)
- Parking: 1 space
- No smoking. No pets. No parties.
- Hosted by Kiawah Island Getaways

Features

- Oceanfront balcony: Private balcony with breathtaking ocean views.
- Elegant interiors: Rich colors, modern accents, exquisite bedding.
- Gourmet kitchen: Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, farm sink.
- Cozy living room: 55-inch Samsung Smart TV, soundbar, custom media cabinet.
- Please note: This property does not offer traditional cable TV. However, streaming services are available for you to log in with your own accounts and enjoy your favorite shows and movies.

Bedroom

- Master suite: King bed with memory foam topper, private balcony access.
- Luxurious bathroom: Wide, 2-sink vanity topped with granite, original art, custom-framed mirrors.

Location

- East Beach, Kiawah Island: Oceanfront, steps from the beach, close to golf courses and restaurants.
- Nearby: Historic downtown Charleston, 30-minute drive.

Property Description

With a glass of wine, the gentle tumble of waves in the background, and breathtaking ocean views from the deck of your Kiawah Island vacation, let a magical moment take over.

A beachfront rental with a sweeping view of the Atlantic Ocean, this one-bedroom, one-bath villa is the perfect place to sneak away with your loved one for a romantic weekend or longer.

Outfitted with sumptuous bedding, don’t be surprised if you have the urge to linger in the bedroom late into the morning. And your private balcony opens from the bedroom, so feel free to step outside and watch the beach awake from its slumber with your first cup of coffee – or second or third cup – in hand.

The bathroom, appointed with a wide, 2-sink vanity topped with granite, awaits when you need to rinse sand from your toes or prep for a night out on the town.

Make your way into the all-stainless-steel kitchen to craft a meal you’ll both remember. Whether you’re putting the finishing touches on a favorite seafood dish or trying your hand at a new, elaborate creation, the Vista’s kitchen lets you cook in style with granite countertops, wood-planked floors, a farm sink, and an oversized bar facing the view.

Get cozy in the Vista’s living room, which is punctuated in high-tech details and designer décor such as a 55-inch Samsung Smart TV, soundbar, and custom media cabinet. Relax on the sofa for an evening in, and make sure to take advantage of the two swivel chairs, which are placed in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows that surrender to the amazing ocean views.

When you’re ready to venture out and create memories from this special destination, simply ride the elevator right to the beach, where you can spend the day splashing in the waves or walk hand-in-hand as the setting sun paints the sky at dusk. Beyond the beach, take your time over a long dinner at a nearby restaurant, pop in and out of the local shops, check out the Kiawah golf courses, or take a day trip to historic downtown Charleston, located just 30 minutes away by car.

Of course, all getaways must come to an end, but for a short while, The Vista at Shipwatch promises to be the ideal hidden retreat from the moment you check in to the last footprint you leave on the beach.

Why Kiawah Island Getaways?

- Near the Beach: All our properties are within a five-minute stroll from the beach.
- Spotlessly Clean: Arrive at a property that is impeccably clean, staged, and ready for your arrival.
- Heavenly Beds: All properties offer plenty of down-filled pillows (as well as down-alternative pillows in the closets), duvets, heavenly bed linens, and super comfy mattresses.
- Fully Stocked: Fine wine glasses, full knife sets, a Keurig, coolers, and so much more!
- Special Touches: Fresh flowers, personalized welcome note, and eggs from our backyard coop.

Kiawah Business License # RBL19-006328

Property manager

Jeanette Lawson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
No Pets, No Smoking
Must complete guest registration form.
Must digitally sign rental agreement

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located on the beach, this villa is in West Beach, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. The Ocean Course and Osprey Point 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 Kiawah Beachwalker Park. The Resort Shop and Edisto Island Serpentarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kiawah Island, South Carolina

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Ocean Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cougar Point Golf Course - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Freshfields Village - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Night Heron Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 BR Sweeping Ocean Views! Love Kiawah? Love your Accommodations too! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1 BR Sweeping Ocean Views! Love Kiawah? Love your Accommodations too!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 BR Sweeping Ocean Views! Love Kiawah? Love your Accommodations too!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 BR Sweeping Ocean Views! Love Kiawah? Love your Accommodations too! located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Beach villa is steps away from Kiawah Island Beach, The Ocean Course and Osprey Point. Cougar Point Golf Course and Kiawah Beachwalker Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Awesome Condo!

Wonderful condo just steps away from the Kiawah Marathon start/finish line. PS. The deviled eggs were great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Great weekend

Top floor, so great view of the beach over the dunes. Apt is well-equipped with anything you need for cooking. Cabinet full of the usual spices, oil, sugar. Nice touch of a bunch of deviled eggs in the fridge as a welcome; they were tasty! TV is easy to figure out. Bathroom is roomy and shower is hot with good pressure. My wife loved the decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Perfect for R&R - Perfect Everything

This was my first VRBO experience and the bar has been set. This property is beautiful in pictures but even better in person. "Off Season' staying is wonderful. Very clean property, nice 'touches' of treats and 'welcome' features. Great location. I love that this property is homey and comfortable. The large windows bring the beach in, the view from the bedroom is ideal. If you want a property that the beach throws up on, this is not for you. If you want calm, comfortable beauty and a real respite from your 'real' world, this is the place to be. Jeanette is an amazing host and I will be back to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

ivan d.

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

Suggestions

Unlock the chairs under the bed so they can be used without extra charge
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Martins Ferry, Ohio. U.S.

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

2475 Shipwatch Drive

Impressive unit. Amazing location with a spectacular view. This unit is very private, yet very close to the beach. Very well maintained and clean. Great getaway location! We will certainly return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie C.

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

Wonderful Escape!

This condo is a gem. It’s cozy but well appointment with a lovely view of the beach. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

A perfect Vacation!

The weather was perfect, the condo was perfect for two people, the view from the room was perfect and it has the perfect beach to walk and ride on. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

It was great!

I thought the condo was very clean and the view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lalla O.

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

Love Kiawah

We wouldn’t hesitate to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

RnR needed❣️

Beautiful weather, unit, beach n lots of RnR!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

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

Great Place to Stay

Our stay could not have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

J. W.

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

Wonderful

Beautiful and well maintained. As described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbi S.

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

anniversary weekend

We had a fantastic long weekend. Very romantic, superb view! Hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Nice property

Property met or exceeded all expectations. Very clean, up-to-date, well maintained. Beautiful views of the ocean and Beach. A very nice property for two people. Easy access to Beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric Z.

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

Vista

The Vista at Shipwatch is a beautiful property. The attention to detail in the decor, furnishings, and even kitchen supplies is fantastic! We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

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

Idyllic Island Get Away

This condo is beautifully appointed with floor to ceiling views of the ocean. Special touches throughout. Comfortable and highly relaxing. The owners have thought of everything and then some to make this an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

The Vista is a five star rental property!!!

If you are looking for a one bedroom five star rental property on Kiawah Island do yourself and your loved one a favor and stay at The Vista. You will be more than happy that you did! My wife and I both highly recommend staying here or at one of their other properties. We just returned from a wonderful seven night stay! This was our second stay at The Vista property. It is a comfortable, exceptionally clean and beautifully decorated property with elegant artwork and high end furniture. EVERYTHING that you will need during your stay has been provided. The kitchen, living room and bedroom all offer an amazing floor to ceiling view of the ocean. The beach is only a short one minute walk away! Shawn and Jeanette, owners of Kiawah Island Getaways, are great to work with. They know Kiawah better than anyone and will answer any questions that you may have in a timely manner. The reservation process was so easy. We will be back in October! Charles C.

10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

Vista @ Shipwatch

Wonderful property. Very clean and beautifully decorated. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Billy N.

The best vacation we ever had!!!

We saw a spectacular video, back in November 2018 of a romantic, gorgeous condo overlooking the ocean at The Vista, at Shipwatch. We immediately reached out to Kiawah Island Getaways and inquired about it. They could not have been more helpful!! We booked Easter week, Saturday to Saturday. When we arrived and entered the condo, we realized that it was sooo much better than we had hoped for, and we hoped for the perfect place. We rented bikes and beach chairs with the coordination of Kiawah Island Getaways. We were given there cell phone numbers and advised to call or text them whenever we had a question or problem. Shawn and Jeanette Lawson, of Kiawah Island Getaways, whom I’ve never met, but spoke to or texted them each, several times over the course of the months prior to our vacation, could not have been more pleasant, helpful, professional and filled with that southern charm and hospitality. (We’re from Jersey and that’s tough to find here). It truly was the best vacation we’ve ever had. Check this place out, it’s beautiful and sooooo relaxing. Billy Newman

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

Our new favorite place!!

My husband and I recently spent four wonderful nights at the Vista Villa and were so very sad to leave! We came to celebrate a very special anniversary and to "unplug" and get away from it all for a while. I had been looking for a nice, quiet, romantic place where we could hear the ocean while we slept. Not only did we get all of that, but so much more! The Villa looks just like the pictures...is beautifully decorated and you can see and hear the ocean from every room and the most comfortable bed! We were also lucky enough to see the family of deer in the dunes right outside of our window!! Jeanette answered all of my questions right away and made the rental experience a breeze. :) You can literally show up with your clothes and toothbrush, they have thought of everything. Go ahead and book your romantic stay..you wont regret it! We are already planning our return trip to our new favorite place. Anita (Atlanta GA)

10/10 Excellent

Wanda K.

Perfection in Paradise

The Vista at Shipwatch is perfect in every way. From the location to the pristine condition and decor of the interior. The bed is comfortable and the linens are perfection. Every detail has been thoughtfully planned and executed. We've stayed on Kiawah many times throughout the years and this experience was the best.

10/10 Excellent

Bill J.

Fantastic property! Clean & beautifully appointed

This was our second stay at a property managed by Jeanette and Shawn (Kiawah Island Getaways). Breathtaking units, perfectly decorated, well-maintained, very clean. Lots of privacy, and the property is also very nice. Jeanette and Shawn are super responsive and very nice. You should have high confidence in any property with which they are associated. We have already booked for a lengthy stay in summer of 2019!

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y., Naperville, Illinois

beautiful, relaxing, pampering

From the moment you step into the Vista you get swept away by the views and the beautiful decorating and comfort of the villa.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Amazing seven night stay!!!

If you are looking for a one bedroom five star rental on Kiawah Island, you will absolutely love this place! My wife and I had an amazing seven night stay at ‘The Vista at Shipwatch’. The villa is beautifully decorated with elegant artwork and high end furniture. EVERYTHING that you will need during your stay has been provided. Each room has an amazing floor to ceiling view of the ocean. We highly recommend staying here if you are looking for an exceptional romantic beach getaway with your spouse. Shawn and Jeanette, owners of Kiawah Island Getaways, are great to work with. They know Kiawah better than anyone and will answer any questions that you may have in a timely manner. We will be back soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

beth s.

Our stay at this property was wonderful! perfect!!

This condo was wonderful! Very well stocked, didn’t need anything that wasn’t there. Warm and hospitable, pretty decor and a fab view! Lovely flowers greeted us and the location was great. We’ll be back!

About the host

Hosted by Jeanette Lawson

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About Property Managers, Shawn and Jeanette Lawson (Kiawah Island Getaways):

Shawn's family discovered Kiawah in 1978 and returned year after year for two-week vacations. In 1985 we drove our VW Bug convertible to Kiawah and Shawn introduced me to Kiawah. I remember stepping over the dune boardwalk out in front of the Kiawah Island Inn and seeing Kiawah's wide, sandy beach for the first time - it was so brilliant it practically danced before my eyes. It was during this vacation that the two of us decided to set our sights on moving to this beautiful and fascinating place permanently.

In 1988 our dreams came true and our U-Haul rattled across the Kiawah Island bridge (at that time it was nothing more than a wood-planked bridge). For the next four years we rented a 1-bedroom villa, 4251 Mariner's Watch. Shawn was so thrilled to be living on the island that he applied for the personalized South Carolina license plate 'KIAWAH' (which we still have today).

In 1992, we built our first home on the island at 134 Conifer Lane. During construction, I gave birth to our first son Benjamin - he arrived 2 months early in an ambulance outside of the Kiawah Island Fire Station.

In 2001, we purchased our first villa, a 1-bedroom, beachside Seascape and Kiawah Island Getaways was born. Once we got our feet wet with the villa rental business, it was a like a fever for us. We both really enjoyed furnishing, decorating and maintaining the villas - not to mention the new found fun of meeting and talking to all sorts of people about Kiawah. Because we really enjoy what we do, other Kiawah property owners noticed and we started managing their properties as well.

Our whole family loves Kiawah and running Kiawah Island Getaways is a true family-run business. We personally prepare each villa prior to your arrival - because we want your stay to be perfect. We want you to fall in love with Kiawah too...and we know you will.

What makes this property unique

With a glass of wine, the gentle tumble of waves in the background and breathtaking ocean views from the deck of your Kiawah Island vacation, let a magical moment take over.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests