Summary:
Welcome to your perfect family vacation on Daufuskie Island!
- Spacious 3-bedroom villa with ocean views and a sunny balcony.
- Fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances and granite countertops.
- Family-friendly layout with a master suite, guest queen room, and bunk bed setup for kids.
- Relax by the large pool surrounded by beautiful landscaping.
- Explore nearby historic attractions, local restaurants, and pristine beaches.
The Space:
Experience the ultimate family vacation at Sandy Lane Villas, perfectly situated at the edge of the historic Bloody Point beach on Daufuskie Island. This second-floor villa offers a bright and airy environment, featuring stunning views of the ocean in front and serene woods on the side. Just a short stroll down the picturesque boardwalk brings you to the quiet and secluded beach where you can enjoy the gentle sound of waves lapping against the shore. The covered balcony is an ideal spot to sip your morning coffee and watch the sunrise, or to unwind in the evening as you witness the ocean fade into a mesmerizing sunset.
Designed for relaxation, the villa has a spacious open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living room and dining area. The fully-equipped kitchen, adorned with granite countertops and modern appliances, ensures you have everything you need for a laid-back vacation. The living room is perfect for family gatherings, equipped with a mounted flat-screen TV and comfortable seating, making it an inviting space for sharing stories and enjoying quality time together.
Unwind and Enjoy:
- The villa features three inviting bedrooms, tailored to accommodate your family comfortably. The master bedroom boasts a king-sized bed and a private bathroom, along with its own entrance to the balcony. The second bedroom is stylishly furnished with a queen-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom, while the third bedroom is designed specifically for kids, equipped with two sets of bunk beds that they'll absolutely adore.
Family-Friendly Amenities:
- The villa is equipped with everything you need, including:
- Fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- Spacious living room with comfortable seating and a flat-screen TV
- Private bathrooms for master and second bedrooms
- Two sets of bunk beds for children in the third bedroom
- Covered balcony with lounging chairs and tables for outdoor relaxation
- Direct access to a large, sunny pool featuring spacious decking and lounge chairs
Beautiful Surroundings:
- Sandy Lane Villas showcases stunning architecture with columns, arches, pillars, and balustrades, perfectly integrated into the professionally landscaped grounds filled with palms and vibrant flowering plants. The villa's proximity to the beach dunes means you're never far from the soothing rhythms of nature.
Explore Daufuskie Island:
- A hidden gem on the eastern coast, Daufuskie Island offers pristine, quiet beaches where you can enjoy activities like biking, horseback riding, or exploring the rich Gullah history through guided tours. Beach lovers can indulge in the island’s crowd-free shores and partake in a round of golf or savor the local delicacies, including delicious deviled crabs. We can help you arrange a delightful low-country dinner to be prepared and delivered right to your cottage, ensuring that your culinary experiences are as memorable as your stay.
Dining Experiences:
- Discover unique local restaurants such as Lucy Bell's and the Daufuskie Crab Company, where you’ll feel the Caribbean vibe in every meal. Don’t miss out on Melrose / Bell's at the Beach Restaurant, along with the School Grounds Coffee Shop for a charming coffee experience. For a special treat, consider hosting a local chef, like the famed Gullah cookbook author Sallie Ann Robinson, for an intimate dinner and cooking lesson at your villa—all while diving into Daufuskie's rich culinary history.
Next Tourist Attraction:
- Visit the Billie Burns Museum, which provides insights into the Gullah culture and history of the island. This museum is an essential stop for history buffs eager to explore Daufuskie's past.
Reconnect with your family in a tranquil setting at Sandy Lane Villas, where cherished memories await you just steps from the beach!
Guest Access:
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
- This is a very attractive and fully equipped villa with a wrap-around balcony with views of the ocean at the front and woods at the side.
- Unlimited and free access to the villa building's private pool.
- Price recently lowered to help guests with costs of renting a cart (Property manager helps with that rental)
- This is a GREAT family villa! Beach chairs and toys; 2 sets of bunk beds!
The owner has thoughtfully provided beach chairs and toys for villa guests to use when they walk out to the best beach on Daufuskie Island
Those interested in unique shopping opportunities will want to visit the Iron Fish Art Gallery, the Silver Dew Potters, Wine and Woodworks, Daufuskie Blues, and Daufuskie Peach, to name a few! And you certainly don't want to miss the Daufuskie Island Community Farm, where old and young visitors alike are encouraged to help feed the chickens and even to try milking a goat!
The island's motto is 'No Bridge? No Problem!
Note: The Bloody Point Resort is currently closed, and at this time its restaurant and golf course are not available.
The Neighborhood:
Sandy Lane Villas
The large sunny pool between the complex and the beach dunes provides a fun destination for the whole family.* Along with spacious decking and ample lounge chairs is a shaded area for grilling. The beautiful architecture of Sandy Lane is in evidence with its many columns, arches, pillars and balustrades. The grounds have been professionally landscaped with palms and flowering plantings. This beautiful hideaway is flanked by pines, oaks and palms.
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND
Your villa is located on one of the best-kept secrets on the eastern coast: Daufuskie Island. Your home overlooks 3 miles of pristine, quiet beaches where all you can hear is the sound of gentle waves and beautiful shore birds. Watch the shrimp boats, bike or ride horses along the beach, take a Historic tour and discover the Gullah History of Daufuskie or take in a round of golf. Don't forget to try our island delicacy, deviled crabs! Better still, we'll help arrange a full low-country dinner prepared by a local resident to be delivered directly to your cottage.
Daufuskie has several unique and colorful restaurants (Lucy Bell's and the Daufuskie Crab Company) where you'll swear you're in the middle of the Caribbean. There is also new dining in Melrose / Bell's at the Beach Restaurant, as well as the charming School Grounds Coffee Shop. There are also several great local services that will bring home-cooked meals to your villa and even the opportunity to have the famous Gullah cookbook writer, Sallie Ann Robinson, cook you dinner in your villa, give you a cooking lesson, and talk about the history of Daufuskie all at the same time!
History buffs will enjoy exploring the island and visiting various sites providing a glimpse into the past, including the recently-restored Oyster House used as a 19th century Gullah meeting place, the Billie Burns Museum, ancient cemeteries, and the two-room school house where renowned author Pat Conroy taught and which was the subject of his first book, The Water is Wide.
Getting Around:
IMPORTANT - IMPORTANT - IMPORTANT - IMPORTANT
YOU WILL HAVE TO TAKE A 30-45 minute WATER TAXI OR FERRY TO GET TO DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, AT A COST OF ABOUT $65 PER PERSON ROUNDTRIP (INCLUDING GROUND TRANSPORTATION)
Other Things to Note:
IMPORTANT NOTES - PLEASE READ!!
- You will have to take a 30 - 45 minute boat ride to get to Daufuskie, which is a bridge-less island located between Hilton Head SC and Savannah, GA. We are happy to provide information about various ferry and water taxi options.
Interaction with Guests:
Your DRG property manager will help facilitate your rental of one or more golf carts so that you can explore Daufuskie Island, including restaurants, art galleries, and historic sites.
Concerned about the logistics of coming to a bridge-less island? No need to worry! Guests receive information and assistance from the DRG team, all of whom live on the island and who are available 24/7 for any problems. Team members strive to create a stress-free and enjoyable adventure for their visitors, and to ensure that their Daufuskie experience creates lasting and once-in-a-lifetime memories.
Daufuskie Rental Group is not responsible for the availability (or lack thereof) of any amenity beyond our control, such as the restaurants, museum, etc.
