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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 103100 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Johns Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    13 min walk
  • Osprey Point Golf Course
    4 min drive
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    9 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    58 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Kiawah Island (Vanderhorst Plantation), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kiawah Island Beach and Osprey Point Golf Course. .This vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Turtle Point Golf Course and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Night Heron Park.

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 13 min walk
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 9 min drive
  • Night Heron Park - 11 min drive
  • The Ocean Course - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬6 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.

Fantastic Fall Special - Act Fast, Open Nights Won't Last

Kiawah Island Business License # RBL19-005654

Welcome to the Raynor House so named after legendary pirate Captain George Raynor who owned and roamed Kiawah Island in the 17th Century. Captain Raynor anchored two ships on the island from which he would pillage and plunder the Carolina coast. Just as the pirates of yore commandeered priceless bounties from others, we hope you will get a steal on this fabulous vacation home aggressively priced to be the best deal in town in the luxury class. The Raynor House is located on arguably the most prestigious street in all of Kiawah behind what the locals term, “the second gate.” Many families enjoy the kids camp and nature programs at the Night Heron Park.

We are pleased to offer the Raynor House for vacation rentals and are confident that you will not find a better place to enjoy the charm, mysticism and natural delights of the Island while taking in the unique and indelible history dating back hundreds of years inclusive of a one-of-a-kind cast of characters ranging from Native Americans, British settlors and occupiers, Pirates (lots of Pirates), Plantation owners and even Union invaders to modern day host of the PGA Championship. This house has been completely remodeled inside and out/head-to-toe and we hope y’all will appreciate the work that has been done across the estate to capture the essence of an Antebellum southern home surrounded by island breeziness.

From the outside as you approach the elegant entrance to the home from an oak and palm lined driveway you will be instantly enamored with the southern charm, seaside colors and wide-swept front porch. Once inside, we hope you will enjoy the new hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings and stunning windows which flow together from room to room like a symphony. The bright and open design was structured so as to let the island history surround and breathe through the home. When in this home we trust you will feel like you have been transported to another time and another place in the most glorious and relaxed of fashions. To help you soak it all in, please take some time to enjoy the loungers on the back porch and inhale the priceless view of the gorgeous and undeveloped, as the locals call it, Pirate Cove or Wally (think Gator) Pond. From the porch the genius of the understated elegance of the Raynor House is best understood as the home seemingly melts into the landscape of the incomparable low country vistas. Watch for the ripples on the water to let you know when your gator friends are in the neighborhood.

The Raynor House was professionally decorated with all new furniture and accoutrements from Restoration Hardware. The designer set out to form a collaboration of coastal pieces and modern day luxuries and convenience while staying true to the island heritage ensconced in the local environment. As a result, you will have all Viking appliances and sleep in comfort pillowtop beds. This is a large, comfortable home with privacy in all four of the bedrooms. This immaculate home comes with fresh paint, hardwood flooring, countertops, fixtures, furniture and five 50+ inch TVs and an XBOX 360 game system with some of todays most popular games located in the kids room. We trust your stay will be enhanced with the finest linens and a full complement of kitchen supplies and utensils. The estate also has something Captain Raynor could not have pillaged from all the ships on the all the seas…. Wi-Fi.
The four bedrooms are classically acquainted to provide warmth, light and space; each of the four bedrooms has been professionally festooned including a room themed for the Buccaneer in each of us complete with a local treasure map. Step into the master suite and you will be greeted by flowing draperies and window dressings leading to a lovely balcony overlooking Pirate Cove. This room features not only luxury bedding, but also an ensuite bathroom, including a standalone bath and walk-in shower with relaxation comfort bench.

As much as we love the home, if you are on the Island, you need to experience all it has to offer and you will be centrally located to do that as the Raynor House lies in the heart of this coastal paradise. Perhaps the first thing you should do is walk to the beach. Don’t worry, it is a short walk, less than a thousand steps across a beautiful path straight to the sand. Or, you can bike across the island exploring all the wonderful natural beauty, boutiques and eateries. For sure you should explore Night Heron Park and take in one of the festivals or simply smile at the clowns and jugglers. Of course, we suspect you might be interested in golfing. Fret not, you are minutes away from the many world class courses that proudly call Kiawah home. We do no not need to go into detail as Kiawah is, quite simply, golf mecca.

Thank you for looking at the Raynor House. We would love to host you for a stay and please don’t worry…. except for the friendly variety, we guarantee the Villa is 100% Ghost Free.

Kiawah Island Business License #RBL 19-005654
2 Car Garage Maximum - Occupancy 10


Please see contract for additional details.

**SUBJECT TO SHORT TERM RENTAL LICENSE RENEWAL BY TOWN OF KIAWAH**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a refrigerator and a microwave.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jenny Blaylock

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: XBOX 360 and some of todays most popular games

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
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 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

Property is also known as

March/april/may Madness 275 Night House Johns Island
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May Madness ~ $275 a Night Private vacation home
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March/april/may Madness 275 Night House
March/april/may Madness 275 Night Johns Island
March/april/may Madness 275 Night
May Madness ~ $275 a Night
March/april/may Madness ~ $275 a Night
Private vacation home March/april/may Madness ~ $275 a Night

Fantastic Fall Special - Act Fast, Open Nights Won't Last Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M., Clarksville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location
Overall we were very happy with the rental. Especially enjoyed the rear deck where we sat with our coffees in the a.m. while watching the gator cruise the canal. Kitchen was well equipped, beds were very comfortable and bathrooms spotless. One recommendation would be to replace the two couches in the living room as they were not easy to sit in. Overall, we were pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Six adult family members.
Everything we wanted. Beauty, quiet, accessibility to beach and wonderful golf courses. Biking is pure delight and a must activity to capture the habitat.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
The property is in a great location, the back deck is fantastic. The owner worked with us to have an early check-in. The house itself needs some TLC, including new appliances and mattresses. But the price point for this property is lower, so expected it to be rather worn.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning
Just as pictured!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Family Gathering
Location of property was great and the area was very nice. The open floor plan was great. However, the property needs some updating and some major TLC. Outside deck had some rotten boards and could use some paint. The living area had some signs of water damage to the ceiling. The door knobs on the closet doors were loose and need replaced. The beds were very uncomfortable. The overall description seemed a bit misleading as it pertained to 4 full baths. I was overall disappointed with property. I would not stay here again and would not recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Theresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Beautiful Home!!!
Loved our visit to Kiawah Island with this stunning home to stay in. Tons of space, clean, updated, great floor plan and a perfect deck. The kitchen was very well equipped. We love this house and hope to rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

King W.

Great location but
The location is wonderful! The house could most definitely use attention. The house just felt heavily rented as the furniture needs to be replaced, the beds and mattress were old and I hate to say it,but also needs to be treated for bugs. Yes, you are in the low country but there were water bugs in bathrooms and in beds. The hot water wasn’t working in one of the rooms also. The house and the furnishings were great at one time but they are beyond need of replacement. There are several repairs and leaks that need to be fixed and there was silver duct tape holding a piece of flooring down in the bathroom. Spider webs in almost every corner inside the house. Was just shocked at condition of house in such prestigious neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding trip
Everything was perfect and the host was beyond accommodating. Perfect house and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Christie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views
We enjoyed the large well stocked kitchen and spaciousness of the home and appreciated the beach supplies. The home in general needs some attention. Doors and windows are difficult to open and close, beds are super squeaky, disturbingly so. Dishwasher only worked on short cycle, I called the number to ask for repair and didn’t get a call back. TV in master didn’t work but they reported that to us ahead of time. And more washcloths for sure, the linen pack on our bed had two towels (which is fine), one hand towel, and one wash cloth. All the packs for a party of 9 had one wash cloth, for the whole weekend. The house was hot when we arrived, it took hours for it to cool down. It would be far better not to ask the guests to turn everything off, but to leave the nest on a comfortable temp. The VRBO was nice, but attention to a few things and it would have been ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home!
We had everything we needed to cook and enjoyed the deck and screened in porch!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay, Exactly as Advertised
I was impressed at this property in Kiawah. Everything was smooth from the contract, to the arrival instructions to the communication of getting in the gate. The house was in great shape and the pictures were a great representation of what the property was actually like. The great room/family room was huge and inviting. Overall the three of us staying there couldn’t have been more pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Latosha C., Miami, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us
The home is as described. Has everything you need and more. Had a few maintenance issues but the communication was top-tier and they came out immediately to resolve. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
Beautiful views and the deck was so peaceful. Lovely home. We were there for a very short stay but enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany G.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th birthday Golf trip
The house was amazing! We were able to truly enjoy ourselves because everything was there! We were able to bike around the neighborhood and to the beach with the bikes provided and slept great in the beds! We enjoyed a day of golf, the courses were perfect, and then relaxed after outside on the back deck with such a beautiful view. Saw some gators! We will be coming back for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Richardson, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home with All the Amenities!
We absolutely loved our stay on Kiawah Island and this house was a large part of that enjoyment. Beautifully updated with a fully-stocked kitchen (everything you need to cook!) and lots of room for a family to make themselves at home. The back deck was a favorite spot for gator watching and we saw deer all over the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

carlos j.

Liked: Cleanliness
fantstic location
Perfect location. short bike ride to the beach. 2nd time staying in this home. It is perfect. Property manager responds to all questions quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Beautiful deck, nice house, nice area. Walk to the beach was about 15 minutes which was a bit longer than expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiawah golf
Back porch had a nice view with overhanging oak trees. Very convenient for playing the Ocean Course.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiawah island oasis
This house was perfect! Couldn’t ask for much more. Saw alligators every morning. Eagles, cardinals, deer and squirrels. Absolutely amazing weather, no bugs. Couldn’t be happier with the home and the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Perfect for our trip. Owner was vey responsive and communicative. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The house was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious roomy home with incredible view on a quite street
Overall we enjoyed our stay. The property managers were VERY responsive. The house had some very nice high-end details, like sheets, linens, a Dyson hair dryer, and lots of beach towels. The kitchen was well equipped. The Viking refrigerator was not great. The ice maker had issues and the food was freezing. The property managers promptly purchased a Brita water pitcher for us. The couches are very big and deep, which we loved. They are for lounging. The big open room connected to the kitchen and gave us plenty of room with lots of light. The property manager honored our request to lower the AC. It was still warm upstairs. The mattresses need to be replaced on the three larger beds. We did not use the bed in the children's room. The house also needs some pull-down blinds in the MBR bathroom. The view of the water was great. We spotted several alligators. We would have felt better if there was a closed-in railing enclosing the deck area. We did not spend a lot of time on deck due to the toddlers. If it was closed in with proper railings it would have been usable.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Getaway
Great location for a golfing weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023