Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View
House in Kiawah Island, SC
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
Your piece of paradise under the palmettos. . .Largest Pool in area!
From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll be thrilled with your vacation home. 178 Glen Abbey sits on a spacious yard, with room for kids to play, lush tropical foliage to put you in a Kiawah mood, and majestic palmettos touching the sky. Your own 8 foot deep salt water pool and a hot tub are elevated to tree-level, so you'll feel on top of the world. Surrounding the pool is a wood deck, teak lounge chairs with stylish cushions, teak dining set, and a gas grill. There's plenty of room for basking in the Carolina sun. As you relax in the pool, one story up, you can look out on Canvasback Pond. Its waters lap against your backyard, affording plenty of opportunity to admire the wildlife which call this spot home, including egrets, deer, pelicans, alligators, and heron. Before you know it, you'll discover the patterns and rhythms of nature here, which take the place of clocks and meetings.
Inside, the spacious and airy two-story home is designed on an open floor plan, with wood floors and handsome rugs. Downstairs, the grand living room, dining area, and kitchen all blend seamlessly together, so you, family, and guests can enjoy each other no matter the activity or time of day. The central focus of the living room is a large, comfy, u-shaped sectional sofa. You can watch satellite TV, listen to music, read selections from the house library, nestle up to the fireplace, or gaze out on the pool, backyard, and pond beyond. The dining room also faces the pool and pond, with a farmhouse table that will be the perfect place for family and friends to dine together. The kitchen, boasts a central island and eat-in breakfast bar, with the full range of appliances allowing you to prepare any meals. The living room, dining area, and kitchen all face the massive eastern windows fronting on the pool/deck, which makes everything bright and cheery throughout the home. The first floor Master Suite offers privacy, artful decorations, and colorful linens, as does the other first-floor bedroom. Meanwhile, the nautically-themed sun room has windows on all sides, with panoramic vistas of the glorious surroundings.
Upstairs, another Master Suite is just as private and tasteful, with a view of the pool and pond. Serene and comfortable, it's a great place for guests, offering peace and quiet no matter what's going on inside or out. The fourth bedroom's view is just as superb, while its interior is just as colorful. Every one of the four bedrooms has its own satellite TV, with DVD, walk-in closets, and bathrooms. You'll love sipping your morning coffee on the second-story screened-in porch, watching the sun rise over the pond and palms, while the kids splash in the pool below. Your cares will seem miles away, and the peaceful blend of nature and luxury will help you feel soothed and balanced.
Best of all, amazing private Kiawah beach is so close! Only a short 3 minute stroll from your front door, or a 90 second bike ride, along a path that winds its way under the island's forest canopy. This means no traffic, no parking worries, and no stress for you as family and friends go back and forth from the Atlantic's sand and surf to the comforts of home.
To make your getaway even easier, take advantage of kid-friendly extras provided, like pool toys, games, fishing rigs, basketball hoop, DVDs and books. Grill outside and dine under the stars, or at home while one of Kiawah's restaurants or caterers delivers gourmet meals to you. Chefs will even come over and cook for you! Baby-sitting, grocery shopping and in-house massage are just some of the services you can call on. Make Kiawah's serene luxury your own in a friendly home your family will love!
Keywords: Private Heated Salt Water Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View, Large Yard, Comfortable Home
RBL# 19-006842
From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll be thrilled with your vacation home. 178 Glen Abbey sits on a spacious yard, with room for kids to play, lush tropical foliage to put you in a Kiawah mood, and majestic palmettos touching the sky. Your own 8 foot deep salt water pool and a hot tub are elevated to tree-level, so you'll feel on top of the world. Surrounding the pool is a wood deck, teak lounge chairs with stylish cushions, teak dining set, and a gas grill. There's plenty of room for basking in the Carolina sun. As you relax in the pool, one story up, you can look out on Canvasback Pond. Its waters lap against your backyard, affording plenty of opportunity to admire the wildlife which call this spot home, including egrets, deer, pelicans, alligators, and heron. Before you know it, you'll discover the patterns and rhythms of nature here, which take the place of clocks and meetings.
Inside, the spacious and airy two-story home is designed on an open floor plan, with wood floors and handsome rugs. Downstairs, the grand living room, dining area, and kitchen all blend seamlessly together, so you, family, and guests can enjoy each other no matter the activity or time of day. The central focus of the living room is a large, comfy, u-shaped sectional sofa. You can watch satellite TV, listen to music, read selections from the house library, nestle up to the fireplace, or gaze out on the pool, backyard, and pond beyond. The dining room also faces the pool and pond, with a farmhouse table that will be the perfect place for family and friends to dine together. The kitchen, boasts a central island and eat-in breakfast bar, with the full range of appliances allowing you to prepare any meals. The living room, dining area, and kitchen all face the massive eastern windows fronting on the pool/deck, which makes everything bright and cheery throughout the home. The first floor Master Suite offers privacy, artful decorations, and colorful linens, as does the other first-floor bedroom. Meanwhile, the nautically-themed sun room has windows on all sides, with panoramic vistas of the glorious surroundings.
Upstairs, another Master Suite is just as private and tasteful, with a view of the pool and pond. Serene and comfortable, it's a great place for guests, offering peace and quiet no matter what's going on inside or out. The fourth bedroom's view is just as superb, while its interior is just as colorful. Every one of the four bedrooms has its own satellite TV, with DVD, walk-in closets, and bathrooms. You'll love sipping your morning coffee on the second-story screened-in porch, watching the sun rise over the pond and palms, while the kids splash in the pool below. Your cares will seem miles away, and the peaceful blend of nature and luxury will help you feel soothed and balanced.
Best of all, amazing private Kiawah beach is so close! Only a short 3 minute stroll from your front door, or a 90 second bike ride, along a path that winds its way under the island's forest canopy. This means no traffic, no parking worries, and no stress for you as family and friends go back and forth from the Atlantic's sand and surf to the comforts of home.
To make your getaway even easier, take advantage of kid-friendly extras provided, like pool toys, games, fishing rigs, basketball hoop, DVDs and books. Grill outside and dine under the stars, or at home while one of Kiawah's restaurants or caterers delivers gourmet meals to you. Chefs will even come over and cook for you! Baby-sitting, grocery shopping and in-house massage are just some of the services you can call on. Make Kiawah's serene luxury your own in a friendly home your family will love!
Keywords: Private Heated Salt Water Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View, Large Yard, Comfortable Home
RBL# 19-006842
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Kiawah Island, SC
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Our visit took place during a tropical storm. The house provided plenty of space for a week primary spent indoors. The kitchen is very well equipped. The pool was a treat during the brief periods of sunshine. Continuous communication was provided during the Tropical storm. We hope to come back!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful home with everything one needs to enjoy a stay on this beautiful island. Cannot say enough about how we enjoyed staying here, lovely home, great location, wonderful pool to enjoy as well
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent
5.0 / 5.0
Just a great house, great pool, great beach access, and great owner! You will feel like you are in your home (only with a pool!) for your stay. This is the second time we have rented 178 Glen Abbey, and we will be back if we can get a rental week. It is very booked as you can see!
5.0 / 5.0
The experience at this property was as good as its description and pictures. The house is beautiful and very roomy. The kitchen was fully equipped for any type meal. The communication with the host was very timely and informative. The location on Kiawah Island was special. Very quiet and remote with a 10 minute walk to the beach. The pool and spa are both heated and a welcomed relief after a day on the beach. We’d highly recommend the property if you like quiet and restful.
5.0 / 5.0
We enjoyed our week at the house. The kitchen is well stocked. The pool was amazing. The property manager was quick to respond to any questions or concerns.
5.0 / 5.0
Great house in a great location. The deck and pool area are great for entertaining or you’re a very short walk to the beach. It’s just what we needed
5.0 / 5.0
House was perfect for my family. 3 adult children their spouse and 2 grandkids. Pool was excellent and the walk to the beach was so short. Between pool and beach we also played golf, rode bikes and took grandkids to a great park. Perfect vacation, perfect location and the house was amazing
Thanks
5.0 / 5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our Spring Break family reunion in Kiawah. This VRBO was very comfortable for all of us (ages ranging from 3 to 68), very conveniently located to the beach, and very well appointed and maintained. The pool was a huge hit with our 3 and 6 year-old granddaughters. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location. Loved the open floor plan. Family enjoyed having the pool and beach options.
5.0 / 5.0
This was our second time here. The house is clean and well located. It has a wonderfully stocked kitchen. The pool and deck are better than great. Our grandchildren loved it and spent most of the time in the pool. The adults loved it also. The beach is close and great to walk at dawn.
5.0 / 5.0
Everything about our stay was great.
5.0 / 5.0
Listing is accurate as well as the reviews from prior guests. This is a great family house that is centrally located. We had an awesome time and thoroughly enjoyed the house.
5.0 / 5.0
This was a lovely house over the Thanksgiving holiday.
5.0 / 5.0
A beautiful house in a great area!! Kept everyone busy for 6 days! The 3 school age grandchildren saw lots of wildlife, rode miles on the beach, and swam nearly every day in the pool!! An excellent vacation spot!!
5.0 / 5.0
We've stayed in a few different houses in the Kiawah area, and this was by far our favorite. The house was spacious (the pictures don't do it justice) and the beach is just a 2-3 minute walk away. The owners thought of many thoughtful touches (having extra toilet paper, Ziplocks, lots of spices - it's the little things!) that made the trip very easy. The heated pool was our boys' favorite part of a rainy few days, but made the trip! House is in excellent condition and very clean. Hope we can come back again soon!
5.0 / 5.0
We stayed a full week in this beautiful home in September and loved every minute of it. The 5 star reviews are real! While it is an older home, it's cared for very well. Probably the best stocked kitchen I've seen in a rental. The pool and hot tub was fun for the kids. We rented bikes and had a short 5 minute ride to the beach access. Beds were super comfy and I really have zero complaints. There is an onsite manager who can assist you if you need help or have questions, I didn't realize this until a couple days in but Kim the owner was kind and responsive to me. There is a house being built beside it but it was not noisy or bothersome at all. I would absolutely rent this property again in a future visit.
5.0 / 5.0
6 friends gathered for a week of special celebrations for a special birthday! We loved the accessibility of the house to all the fun in Kiawah! We had a private chef dinner one evening and the kitchen was well appointed for this fun! We enjoyed the pool and the opportunities for biking the island and the short walk to the beach was lovely! A great house to rent!!
5.0 / 5.0
This is a very nice home with easy access to the beach. Lots of TLC by the owners, as the property does a great job of accommodating 6 adults and 3 teens. Everything very clean and great pool for swims before and after going to the beach. Our family has been on a Kiawah vacation for
past 30+ years. Highly recommend this property..
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic property that was perfect for our family. Short walk to beach and great private pool.
5.0 / 5.0
Open and relaxing home with amazing salt water pool and spa and super close to beach. Home away from home. Perfection.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a blast. The pool was great along with the house.
5.0 / 5.0
What an amazing trip! The home was so clean, so cozy, and so charming. We spent so much time in the pool and spa which were wonderful. The walk to the beach is the most relaxing and beautiful stroll - we saw so much wildlife and gorgeous plants that we truly looked forward to the walk. The beach was nearly empty every time we went and felt so secluded and peaceful. The neighborhood is very quiet and so beautiful to walk through. There was construction going on next door but it truly wasn’t bothersome at all - nothing crazy loud and we even shared ice cream sandwiches with the crew! All around an amazing place to stay, we would and probably will gladly go back!
5.0 / 5.0
Great house and location. 5 minute walk to the beach.plenty of space . all had a good time
5.0 / 5.0
We stayed at this home for the second time and loved it just as much as we did a couple of years ago. It is a comfortable home, decorated with fun and colorful art, and it remains the best-stocked home we've ever stayed in. It is clear that the owners are active participants in the home's maintenance and there are special touches throughout the home that make it a fun place to stay. My children spent the majority of our 4 days in the pool, which was well heated and warm to swim in, despite the chilly air during our stay. They had a blast! The proximity to the beach is also great... just a short walk or bike ride. Thanks for hosting us, Kim! We hope to return again soon!
5.0 / 5.0
This property is even better than what it appears online. Clean, very well supplied. Great location, about 8 minute walk from beautiful beach. Good pool. Spacious rooms and bathrooms. Wifi worked well for those who needed it. Perfect for our group of 6 adults and 1 year old baby. We were all very happy with this choice.
It's not related to the property, but the weather and nearby golf was spectacular.
5.0 / 5.0
The house is well stocked, clean, and in a great location. Kids love the pool. Adults love the deck.
5.0 / 5.0
This house is so spacious and lovely and had everything we could ask for. The deck is beautiful and the hot tub in December was fantastic. The bike ride/walk to beach is just perfect for any age (we had 4 to adult). The owners/prop manager we’re incredibly responsive. Recommend eye masks for anyone sleeping upstairs as the bedrooms have large skylights-- perfect for stargazing!
*The only negative is that they began construction in the lot next door, which was really loud and awful. The owners were unaware it was going on, so still giving the property 5 stars.
5.0 / 5.0
The house was everything we had hoped for and found the pictures and description wholly accurate. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it !
4.0 / 5.0
Quick and easy, fast response to your dates.
5.0 / 5.0
This was our second stay at this beautiful home. We love it so much we hope to make this an annual girls trip. It's makes for a perfect home for all of us to just slow down, rest, regroup, and spent quality time together. 10 ~10 recommend this home for a ladies week or long weekend.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful Home
We love this home and location. The pool is wonderful; the kitchen is well stocked (new appliances are a plus!); comfortable beds; and all you need for a pleasant stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Good times had by all.
The house presented with everything you would need to have a very comfortable stay. We enjoyed the pool with its different settings and the really short walk to the beach. The kitchen was a big hit with our family who enjoyed making home made meals and baking. Excellant stay
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect family vacation home!
Loved the beach towels provided and the saltwater pool and spa. The extra items provided in kitchen and utility/laundry room were a special touch above other homes we have rented. Location on second street from beach made for easy journey on foot. We hope to return in 2023! Thanks Kim!
5.0 / 5.0
Great house
Spacious and very clean home with large pool and beautiful deck area. Short and easy bike ride or walk to the beach. Well appointed kitchen with everything you need for cooking at home. We will be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Great place with a wonderful pool and deck
Just easy
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Week on Kiawah!
This home couldn't have been better suited for our family (5 adults, two kids, one infant). Spacious bedrooms, large living spaces, beautiful outdoor space, large pool and hot tub. The location was optimal -- close enough to ride bikes into the town center, or all the way to the Ocean Course near the tip of the island. The home was EXCEPTIONALLY clean and well stocked with everything you would need, especially the kitchen which allowed us to do quite a bit of cooking on our own. Plus a huge grill. If you have little kids, would suggest bringing some sort of beach toys -- there is a wagon but you'll need some buckets, shovels, etc. if they are interested in digging in the sand. They do sell this type of thing at the grocery store in town as well. Overall an absolutely perfect stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Paradise
In short, it was magical. The home is incredible, clean and well cared for. Kiawah is magical and feels like a tropical paradise. The beach was beautiful and only a short 5-10 minute walk with an incredible river/pond bridge crossing en route. The pool at the home was perfect for our kids and us to relax and soak up the sun. It was one of the best vacations we have ever had. We will definitely be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Great experience
Fantastic home and location. My family loved everything about this home and our overall trip
5.0 / 5.0
A wonderful Kiawah retreat!
Our stay on Glen Abbey was just wonderful! The house is large and clean, and is so well cared for. We’ve stayed at a number of vacation homes, and this one was so well appointed with kitchen gear and beach towels—it made everything so easy! The pool is fabulous and it is an easy (and beautiful!) walk to the beach. We had such a great time we have already booked for next year! Thanks to Gwen and Kimberly for your great communication and lovely home.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Kiawah Island?
The average price for a rental in Kiawah Island is $639 per night. This rental is $679 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View. Enjoy the water!
Is Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Private, Unique Home w/ Large 8 Foot Deep Pool, Walk to Beach, Water View?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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