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On the beach, beach towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Lake
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    1 min walk
  • Inn-side Scoop
    8 min walk
  • Charleston Station
    54 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    57 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Kiawah Island (West Beach), you'll be steps from Kiawah Island Beach and a 5-minute drive from Osprey Point. .This beach vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from The Ocean Course and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Cougar Point Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 1 min walk
  • The Ocean Course - 5 min drive
  • Cougar Point Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Night Heron Park - 6 min drive
  • Freshfields Village - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best BEACHFRONT Kiawah Rates! Pup Friendly, Cozy Home.

Our home is undoubtedly the most reasonably priced house on the beach. The only thing between our front row home and the beach is the dunes, our private dune deck, and our beach boardwalk. (Few Kiawah homes have decks in the dunes!) Walk out the door of our home and access Kiawah's spectacular ten mile beach and the glistening Atlantic Ocean in our backyard.

In the house, you can hear the surf and feel the ocean breeze. Staying DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH makes your vacation much more enjoyable...(and there are fewer hassles). You can put your beach gear out in the morning and leave it all day. (Since there is no parking anywhere near the beach, folks have to tote their gear across the island...unless they're staying right on the beach.) It is a luxury to be able to walk a few steps to the house for a drink or for lunch, to take a break from the sun, to check on your family or catch the news (or, if you must, check your email). Our dune deck is a wonderful spot for morning coffee, happy hour, sunbathing, and stargazing (it has a big sky view). You can also take your baby monitor and spend time under the sun or the moon, while keeping tabs on your sleeping infant or TV-watching children in the house.

The living room has ample, comfortable seating (2 sofas; 1 converts to a comfortable double futon). It has Smart TV with YouTubeTV & DVD and wood-burning fireplace. The dining room seats eight and has a sideboard. The kitchen is well-equipped and has a bar with three stools at the window. The screened porch has a small dining table and sIX comfortable cushioned chairs.

The master bedroom has a very comfortable king bed, two dressers, occasional chair, smart TV/DVD. The second bedroom has a comfortable king bed & two dressers, Smart TV/DVD. The third bedroom has comfy twin beds, two dressers, Smart TV/DVD. Two baths, one with large shower and one with tub.

Cypress walls and ceilings and hardwood floors throughout give the house a clean, charming, beach house ambiance. The yard is large with stately live oaks and palm trees and there is a two-car carport. The side yard is fenced for dogs & bike parking. The house is clean and well-equipped. We do not provide beach chairs (but chairs and umbrellas can be rented on the beach).

Strolling the ten-mile long, pristine, wide Kiawah beach or swimming, boogie boarding, or body surfing in the calm Atlantic waters cannot be beat. Birdwatching (pelicans, egrets, herons, sand pipers, etc.), dolphin and shrimp boat watching, and wildlife/nature watching (alligators, deer, bobcats, etc.) are restful pastimes. Surf fishing, crabbing, and shrimping are some of the favorite activities on Kiawah. Kayaks, surf boards, and windsurfing gear can be rented on the beach. Canoes and kayaks can be rented on the Kiawah River.

Bicycling is a favorite activity. Rental bikes can be ordered in advance and delivered the day you arrive. There are 30 miles of bike trails all over the Island. There is now a nice bike trail off the Island, taking you to shops, Seabrook and Johns Island. Bikes MUST be put behind the wooden fence from sundown to sun up. Bohicket Marina, right off the Island, has restaurants, shops, boats for rent, parasailing, deep-sea fishing, etc. Picturesque Freshfield's Market at the entrance to Kiawah offers restaurants, a bar, coffee shops, ice cream parlors, soda fountain, bookstore, outdoor outfitter, fashion boutiques, banks, great grocery store, concerts, local produce at farmer's market, and much more. There is more to do than ever on Kiawah... or you can do absolutely nothing!!! There is a never-ending assortment of activities in neighboring Charleston and around the Low Country (museums, plantations, aquarium, Fort Sumter, shops, restaurants, theatre, etc.). Guests rave about Two Sisters Tours in Charleston. Kiawah is a gorgeous, tranquil, safe island, perfect for a family vacation. We'd love to rent our relaxing beachfront home to you.

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* Our home and property are Non-Smoking
* Our home is open to renters' pet dogs. But no aggressive breeds are allowed. Dogs must be well-trained and well-behaved. They must be freshly groomed and must not come into the house wet or sandy. They must be on flea preventative. They must not get on the furniture. They must not scratch the hardwood floors or doors and must not pop out the screens. All dog waste must be immediately bagged and put in the trash. Kiawah has a strict leash law and alligators have been known to eat free-roaming pets. There is a non-refundable fee PER PET. Allowing pets will be agreed upon on a per case basis.
* We strongly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance to cover bad weather (such as hurricanes), illness, accidents, whatever, that might cause you to cancel or cut short your Kiawah vacation. Spending a few hundred dollars to protect your investment in renting our home assures that you will be covered if something unfortunate happens. My cancellation policy is strict and I do not consider refunds for late cancellations.
* Find our home at GoogleEarth: Type in 3 Eugenia Avenue, Kiawah Island, SC. Our home is directly below the box, not under the box. (32 degrees,35'33.38'N is the house, 32 degrees32'11'N is the deck).

If you plan to rent multiple Kiawah homes, know that our home is for the use of those staying in the home only. Bikes & cars for guests at other homes must not be parked overnight in our yard.


One renter wrote the following regarding allowing dogs in our home:

"For anyone worried that a “dog-friendly” home would be covered in hair or smell like wet dog, I assure you that is NOT the case here. The house was spotless and we felt like our dog was the first one to ever stay there."

I love what one renter wrote to me:

“One word answers don’t seem adequate enough to describe our experience at Kiawah. Well actually one word does describe it, PERFECT!

“Was the house what I expected? No, it was better. I had never rented over the internet before and wasn’t familiar with Kiawah and although exactly as stated on VRBO all I kept thinking on the 12 hour trip down was, ‘It sounds too good to be true. A house on the beach and they allow dogs. Something has got to be wrong.’ I worried the entire trip down. I was ecstatic and relieved to find the house charming, clean, and comfortable. I’ve been many places but never felt so at home. We all felt that way, even the dogs…

“We definitely want to rent again and again. I didn’t want to leave and considered squatting. If we ever win the lottery we will make you an offer with the promise never to ‘tear down’.

“If a genie told me I could have any house on Kiawah Island, 3 Eugenia would be my choice, it is the only one that looks like it belongs there and feels like a home. Thank you so much for sharing it!”

A recent renter wrote:

'Your home is one of the most comfortable places we have ever stayed. From the beds to the couches, it felt just like home.


'Your kitchen is very well equipped. I had forgotten the taste of charcoal burgers and s'mores.'


2024 Kiawah Business License Number: RBL21-000002
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kay Burroughs Ballenger

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in home or on the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee of $150/week/dog. No "aggressive" breeds

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Wear shoes+no running on boardwalk

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties. Only for 8 guests+children under 2.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Best Beachfront Kiawah Rates! Pup Friendly Home
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Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 99 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Getaway
If you're looking for an old-fashioned family getaway, this is the spot! We bring board games, puzzles and bicycles. Kay's home is immaculate, beds are comfy and doggies are welcome. Perfection!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

penny P., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
Everything was wonderful, as usual!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy beach front home
One of the original Kiawah homes steps from the beach with its private boardwalk. Cozy environment, exceptional communication with the owner. And delightful weather throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Wonderful rustic beachfront property; efficient access process; clean throughout; comfortable furniture; well-equipped kitchen; and gracious host. We had a great visit and hope to return soon! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitrin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House in a Great Location
Had an excellent time. 2nd year in a row staying at this property. It is a perfect location on quiet Eugenia right on the beach. Just big enough for our family of 5 + my parents. Despite a hurricane, we made the best of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Vibes
As Kay states in her VRBO description, staying right on the beach with direct access simply cannot be beat!! From hitting the waves quickly to sitting on the beach at night looking at the stars and moon - fabulous!! Everything was just as described, and I thought the home was larger than appeared online. The house was very clean, neat, very well organized and labeled. No surprises as Kay gives you all the info you need before you get there. We had a blast, and found the house to be well located for all activities. Get to know the bike paths, they will get you everywhere and anywhere quick! Thank you Kay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiawah Nostalgia
Our stay felt like a trip back in time. The house is so cute and cozy. Everything we needed was there and then some. Staying directly on the beach was a treat! Hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M., Athens, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach vacation
The location is perfect, and the home is well maintained and comfortable. You definitely have the feeling of a beach vacation, being only steps from the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann U., Lake Wylie, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed Beach Home
We enjoyed this home and its direct beach access. We also enjoyed the seating area on the dunes along the walkway to the beach when the temperature dropped. The dog friendly policy allowed us to vacation with our pups and the back hose made it convenient to rinse the sand off them . A comfortable stay for us and a fun week fishing and enjoying the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oldie but goodie
We visited Kiawah for the third time and finally got to stay on the beach. The location is what makes this property a winner. While the house is classically charming and very clean, the proximity to the ocean can’t be beat. Nice screened in porch made evenings peaceful while listening to the waves. Fully stocked kitchen. All the modern appliances you need. Nice private boardwalk in good shape. Beds were comfy. Showers with good water pressure. Fans in all rooms were a nice feature. Would’ve preferred updated furniture in the living room. We ordered beach service for beach chairs and umbrellas which was ideal. So nice to not lug a bunch to the beach and set up tents etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Treasure
While visiting this home for the 2nd time with my spouse and adult children, we once again found this home a nostalgic, dreamy place to enjoy an extended visit with family. This home has all the touches of a well loved and cared for family treasure. With original wood and vintage details it feels truly like a home, just steps from one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. My adult children say they love it because it reminds them of their grandmother's home. Warm and comfortable, authentically charming. But with all the modern convenience you want. Thank you Kay for your hospitality once again. Bannister family
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kerns f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach location
Peaceful family time, great views, spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athanasios A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing vacation
Location … location … location The proximity to the beach via the private boardwalk was the best feature of this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berta K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Vintage Beach Cottage
Fantastic location. 1950’s time-capsule. Clean. Owner kind, responsive and organized. Dog friendly. We would rent again.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, old fashioned beach cottage
Property was mostly clean, dead roach in one of the bedrooms. House was hard to find in the dark, the house number wasn’t lit up. Need updated pics and more of them in the listing. The owner was kind and very communicative. The only thing we needed to make us feel safer was a hand rail for the front stairs which we slipped on.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Wonderful Thanksgiving Week at Kiawah
It was the first time that we had stayed oceanfront at Kiawah, so we definitely spent more time on the beach. It was the perfect house for a family, felt like a home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

penny P., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
The house was well-stocked, welcoming, and absolutely immaculate. The owner went out of her way to assist me when, first, I forgot to record the lockbox code...then failed to find the WIFI password (clearly marked in a rental info notebook left in plain sight)...and, worst of all, got my dates mixed up and was prepared to spend another happy night when the cleaning crew showed up!! We will absolutely be back. Next time I'll bring my brain :)
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S., Alexandria, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
Love the beach access, history of home, and Kiawah writ large. Friendly hosts and appreciated the hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W., Rogersville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and perfection
The beach house was a perfect getaway for our family and grandson who had just turned two. The location was so convenient for our family to carry our beach chairs and to return home For lunch. The owner kept in constant contact and was extremely helpful. She had two notebooks that gives helpful information regarding restaurants, things to do while on the island, and local shopping. We will definitely return!!! The house was older but spotless.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay!
This house has the three most important assets of any piece of real estate: location, location, location. The beach is about a 30-second (if that) walk. The house is also squeaky clean, and cozy, and will make you nostalgic for the old-school beach houses with paneling and side porches. Looking forward to another stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Quaint, rustic but charming home. We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly beach access
Quiet, private boardwalk to beach. Older ranch but comfortable and ideal for baby in walker to roll from living room/dining room/kitchen. Screened side porch and fenced side yard very dog friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, comfortable home so convenient to the beach!!
We had such a wonderful stay at 3 Eugenia!! This home was perfect for my grown children and two grand dogs. We were very thankful to find such a great home on the beach that is pet friendly. We didn't want to leave!! We spent our days at the beach which was only a short walk on the private boardwalk, biking, lounging in the porch enjoying the ocean breezes and listening to the surf, and playing tennis at the top rated Roy Barth Tennis Center which was just a short bike or car ride away. Eugenia is a magical street with its natural and quiet beauty. Kay is an excellent host and her home is well-equipped and very comfortable. She provided all the information we needed to make our stay pleasant and stress free. We're already looking forward to another stay at this cozy, vintage treasure sometime soon! Chris S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remember what a real beach house smells like? This is it.
This is the real deal beach house so reminiscent of childhood family trips. Stellar location, cleanliness and appointed with everything you will need. Coffee on the boardwalk sitting area to start the day and cocktails on the porch to close it. Made it perfect. Only wish we had a second week to be at 3 Eugenia. Most grateful for owners kindness.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness
Retro Beach Getaway
This home feels like the family cabin but on the beach! Warm, comfortable, inviting. We loved the screened in patio for evening hangs with the family. Private boardwalk to the beach is dreamy. Star gazing on the deck was beautiful. Comfortable beds with window to the ocean, listening to the surf all night. Thank you Kay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023