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116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit

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Pool overlooking the golf course
Pool deck
Back exterior of the home
Living area (fireplace cannot be used)
Living area (fireplace cannot be used)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12327.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Osprey Point Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit

RBL22-000232
In accordance with the Town of Kiawah Island Short Term Rental Ordinance, all guests understand that the approved number of bedrooms is 5, the maximum allowed occupancy is 12, and the maximum allowed number of vehicles is 5.

This luxurious Kiawah Island vacation rental features five bedrooms, a private pool, and sweeping views of Osprey Point's 16th fairway. The home is an easy 10-minute walk from the beach.

Upon entry, you will immediately notice the picturesque golf views, abundant natural light, and elegant architectural details. The main living space offers plenty of comfortable seating, a wall-mounted TV, and access to the screened porch and pool deck. Enjoy preparing meals in the stunning, fully-equipped kitchen. Open to the living and dining room, the kitchen allows easy for easy conversation flow and features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, shiplap ceilings, and a center island with a farmhouse sink.

Recharge during your vacation in one of the home's five well-appointed bedrooms. All bedrooms have attached bathrooms and TVs. On the first floor, you will find a luxurious primary suite with beautiful golf views, a king-sized bed, and access to the screened porch. Equipped with a soaking tub, a walk-in shower with a rain shower head, and large vanity, the spacious private bathroom is spa-like and serene. Ascend the staircase to discover the four remaining bedrooms and bathrooms. The first is a spacious bedroom with a king-sized bed and window seat perfect for reading or simply enjoying the golf views. A bedroom with two queen-sized beds, a bedroom with one queen-sized bed, and a bedroom with one double bed complete the home's sleeping quarters. A second living area is also found on this level.

The home's fantastic outdoor living spaces invite guests to relax in utmost comfort. Whether dining al fresco, taking a swim in the pool, or lounging on the screened porch, guests may soak in the beautiful surroundings throughout the year.

The home is equipped with washer, dryer, and high-speed wireless internet.

Please note that this property has an exterior security camera that views the home's front entrance. This camera serves to protect both the property owner and rental guests.

The dimensions of the pool are approximately 11' W x 23' L. The pool has an electric heater, so the pool may be heated in cooler months for an additional fee of $75 per day for the entire stay. It can take 24-48 hours for the pool water to reach the optimal temperature of 85-87 degrees. When the air temperature falls below 55 degrees, typically November-March, pool heaters have difficulty achieving the optimal temperature. In this case, pool heating will not be available. Contact us directly to add pool heating to your reservation.

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear rentals during your stay! The credit amount for this property is $400. You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more – the choice is yours!

During your stay on Kiawah Island, be sure to enjoy biking on the 30 miles of flat bike trails, golfing on one of five world-class courses, playing tennis, crabbing, fishing, swimming, and boating. Many families also enjoy the kids’ camp and nature programs at Night Heron Park.

Kiawah Island is about 40 minutes from historic Charleston, famous for incredible shopping, galleries, antique stores, museums, the South Carolina Aquarium, horse-drawn carriage rides, historic landmarks, and sumptuous dining.

Property manager

Akers Ellis Rentals LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Golf view

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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 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 security system

About the area

Kiawah Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Vanderhorst Plantation, a neighbourhood in Kiawah Island. The Resort Shop and Fort Lamar Historic Preserve are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Freshfields Village and Center Street. Splash Zone Waterpark and Tidal Trails are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 9 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Night Heron Park - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ocean Course - 14 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 68 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 116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit have a pool?

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

Is 116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 116 Bufflehead: 5BR, Pool, Golf Views, Bike to Beach, Bikes/Beach Gear Credit located?

Located in Vanderhorst Plantation, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kiawah Island Beach and Osprey Point Golf Course. Turtle Point Golf Course is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika N., US

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

Lovely home

The house was beautiful, clean, and located in one of our favorite areas on Kiawah. We’d love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Nice Home

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: Everything was great for our stay. A well appointed kitchen helped to allow us to make great Low Country meals while in Kiawah. The pool is a nice break in the afternoon as well. Great place.
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10/10 Excellent

A great week

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 were able to get our family together from the Midwest to South Florida for the first time this year.We've been coming to Kiawah for the past 20 years+ but this year was special. We sequestered out selves in the house and socially distance ourselves on the nearby beach. We brought-in, ordered-in or cooked all meals.We had a few minor issues with the kitchen which we we worked around. The elevator was welcome accommodation, especially for the seniors.
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

Perfect vacation home

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 absolutely loved this house. We had two families, six kids. Such a quick bike ride to the beach. I'm not sure you could get much closer to the beach and stay in the price range of this house. The layout was great and it had everything we needed. The pool was awesome. The beds were extremely comfy...I meant to look to see if there was some kind of topper on the one we slept in because it was so comfortable. Management company was easy to work with, priced competitively, etc. We truly had no complaints. If you are choosing between a few houses and just can't decide, pick this one...you will not be disappointed.

10/10 Excellent

Giniene P.

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

Fabulous property!!

Location was fantastic...a short bike ride or a little longer walk to the beach. Very comfortable home. Plenty of space for our family of four plus two add-on teens. Pool in the back was wonderful—just big enough to cool off. Great to have pool and beach gear provided. Kitchen fully equipped and easy to cook in. Just loved it all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Pandemic Getaway

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 another great trip to Kiawah. We spent the week with our two college age kids and they each brought a friend. They each had their own bedroom and bathroom which they loved. Since most restaurants were closed we cooked ALL meals at the house which worked out great. This house has plenty of room, enjoyed the screened porch and the pool was used every day. There were only a few issues that Akers Ellis quickly resolved. The beach was an easy walk, or a quick bike ride. We would rent this house again.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Elizabeth S.

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

Lovely Family Getaway Home

Home was very nice and well equipped for family of 6. Plenty of room for more. Property Managers Ellis Akers we're very responsive to a few issues immediately. Only complaint was the washer and dryer need to be repaired or better yet replaced
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Great Place

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 a wonderful stay at 116 Bufflehead. Very well appointed home with all the tools necessary for cooking great meals and enjoying all that Kiawah has to offer. The home was clean with spacious bedrooms and a large kitchen table for playing card games etc etc. Two thumbs up and we have already booked it for two weeks next summer.
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth E.

Kenneth Wiesman

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Never dissapointed in a Kiawah Vacation
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10/10 Excellent

John F.

116 Bufflehead review

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 stayed for 10 days - before and after our daughter’s wedding g which was at the Ocean Course. The house was amazing. Clean. Spacious. Comfortable Convenient. Incredibly well appointed. Our family just loved it.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely Property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've been coming to KI for over 27 years and this was our first time using Akers Ellis. Having once owned a home in KI that we rented, I was very happy with our experience. The rental process was excellent, the staff friendly and helpful and all calls for assistance promptly addressed. The home was lovely, very comfortable and had all the creature features we wanted -great open floor plan, lots of books, beach chairs and pool toys. The ping pong table in the garage was a hit! As our stay was at the end of the season, there were some minor issues that were not surprising. I mention them solely for benefit of the management team. 1. Grill was covered in grease and needed to be cleaned to use it without grease fire flareups - Your folks came out right away and cleaned it. They were delightful. 2. The deck sectional furniture clearly was moved in an inaccessible and closed arrangement. After struggling for 3 days, we realized it and rearranged the deck furniture so that it was in the way it was meant to be (and as shown on the picture)- something worth checking in between rentals. But the cushions need some love and care. 3. Microwave table was missing (must have been broken). 4. House was very clean, but I did notice some areas covered in dust that probably should have been part of the weekly clean up. 5. Both garbage bins were full when we arrived - so no room for our trash until the next garbage pickup. Overall, our family loved this property and would definitely rent again.
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10/10 Excellent

Janie F.

Another great vacation in Kiawah!!

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 perfect in all respects!
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8/10 Good

Laura E.

Summer July 2018

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A beautiful, clean and mostly well-maintained home. The one upstairs TV was missing a remote and couldn't be used. Also the dishwasher racks seemed unstable, possibly broken. The management company responded almost immediately with a clogged toilet. Overall good week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

bob w.

116 Bufflehead Kiawah Island

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: Best weather week in ten years of coming to Kiawah. No rain, no clouds, and excellent temps. One maintenance problem with food processor resolved next day. House was great.
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10/10 Excellent

Jim L. L.

Another great Kiawah vcation

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 another great eek in Kiawah. Family all had a great time. Had all 6 grandsons there for the week. Another grandson learned how to ride a bike this week. Love staying on Bufflehead.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Nice home with lots of space

We had different families traveling with us so we really appreciated all the space that this home provided. Kitchen was wonderful!! Outdoor space was wonderful!! Decor throughout was wonderful!!
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8/10 Good

susan a.

Beautiful, but complicated home.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy 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: This is a lovely home. It was clean and well taken care of. Location is perfect, view and landscape is beautiful. However, the electrical system is very complicated. We never got the upstairs televisions to work, none. The system for all the lighting in the house is wild!! None of us could figure out how to get the lights to work.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kiawah as usual a great place to spend a summer

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 are Kiawah experienced, having been here the past eighteen summers. It always changes little, but it remains a special Week, This house accommodated 7 adults and 2 children comfortably. We found the elevator a great utility for moving in and out. It took us a while to figure out the lighting and fan patterns,and the television access with the router in the closet, but that's all part of the experience. We arrived a little early about 3:30PM with the cleanup in progress; I think is was a little rushed. When we returned at 4:30, it was clean, but not spotless. No major issues, but a little debris on floor, a hairball in one of the bathrooms, and a bed sheet that needed to be re-washed. The house is a little further from the beach access than I would have liked. The problem is Kiawah's beach parking. Most of the family biked to the beach, but the seniors needed a car drop off, which necessitated a shuttle system, a minor inconvenience. We worked it out, but short term beach parking would have been helpful. We had some rainy weather and undertook some indoor activities; puzzles, models, children's projects,etc. Another small table, or card table, where projects could be left out would have been useful On the plus side, there were plenty of games and books around; and we found an extra beach chair and umbrella in the garage; which we were able to use. The umbrella we brought with us was broken. I don't mean for this review to be hypercritical, because all in all it was a great family weekend and we found this house was very functional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Wonderful vacation

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: Lovely house, well equipped kitchen. The house was spacious, we had 6 children on vacation and we did not feel the least bit crowded. We would definitely rent again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 Couples from 4 different states on their reunion 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: Our vacation rental experience was amazing! Every couple that entered the house had the same reaction...wow, how did you find this place?! It's breath-taking! Everything we could think of was there...from toilet paper to every cooking utensil we needed. Wonderfully fabulous place :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Bufflehead House

Beautiful, comfortable, exceptionally equipped and great location!! We will definitely stay here again!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Price vacation

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 were very pleased with the house, location and how well equipped the house was. would recommend it to anyone. So much to do on Kiawah Island and surrounding area. Great vacation and we will return. Akers Ellis rental was great.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sandra S.

Exceptional Rental Company/Perfect Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great location for everything! A hop and skip to the beach and a bike ride away to the Sanctuary store and Osprey Golf Course loaded with gators. The house is well laid out, the kitchen very well stocked and the management company extremely responsive. Kiawah can't be topped for a great family vacation and this house is right in the middle of it! Because we were there 6 wks (and changed sheets) we noticed things a weekend guest may not. The bedding especially needs replacing, at least pillows and see through sheets. Comforters and bed pads need laundering. All in all, a great six weeks and hope to be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Chip D.

Christmas Vacation

Rating Details: 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: Great experience with the house and the rental agency. House was very nice and very well stocked with everything we needed! Our only issue was the age of the bedding and the towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Russell F.

Great home

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: Everything about this property was perfect. We all fell in love with this home. We are all ready planning to rent it next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

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