Elegant Riverfront Retreat with Dock, Gourmet Kitchen, and Panoramic Views
House in Kiawah Island, SC
12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Welcome to a luxurious Kiawah Island retreat nestled along the serene Kiawah River. This 4,946 sq. ft. home sleeps 12 with 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and offers unparalleled views, a private dock, and sophisticated interiors. Perfect for family getaways, it features a gourmet kitchen, multiple sitting areas, and elegant outdoor spaces. Minutes from Kiawah’s beaches and Charleston's historic charm, this home blends natural beauty, modern luxury, and unforgettable experiences. Here’s what makes this property truly exceptional:
Living Room:
Gather in the elegant living room, featuring a coffered ceiling with exposed wood beams, a fireplace with a marble surround, and antique mantel. The floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views of the Kiawah River, filling the space with natural light and offering a peaceful ambiance.
Gourmet Kitchen:
At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen is a dream for foodies and entertainers alike. It boasts a Sub-Zero fridge, Bosch dishwasher, quartzite countertops, and an island with a wine fridge and icemaker. A handmade subway tile backsplash, wet bar, and furniture-grade cabinets complete this inviting space.
Master Suite:
The spacious first-floor master bedroom offers river views and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, a tranquil shower, and travertine floors. Perfectly designed for relaxation, it’s your personal oasis.
Guest Bedrooms & Second-Floor Sitting Room:
Four additional bedrooms, spread across three levels, ensure comfort for all guests. The second-floor sitting room provides a cozy spot for movies, reading, or quiet conversations, serving as a perfect transition space.
Third-Floor Retreat:
Escape to the top level, where you’ll find a fifth bedroom, a wood-paneled office, and a hobby or exercise room. Step onto the balcony for panoramic river views and enjoy the ultimate peace and privacy.
Outdoor Spaces:
The private dock is the star of the outdoor spaces, perfect for fishing, crabbing, or enjoying a sunset boat ride. Surrounded by lush greenery and towering oaks, the backyard offers plenty of room to unwind and take in nature.
Local Attractions:
Located in a premier Kiawah Island neighborhood, the home is just minutes from pristine beaches, world-class golf courses, and local dining. A short drive brings you to historic Charleston, where you can explore cultural landmarks, boutique shops, and award-winning restaurants.
Important Notes:
- Sorry, no pets allowed.
- Rental License: RBL19-006221.
- Five approved parking spaces.
- Dock access is exclusive for guests, offering a unique opportunity to experience the Kiawah River.
Make this stunning home your getaway for an unforgettable vacation. Reserve your stay today!
Living Room:
Gather in the elegant living room, featuring a coffered ceiling with exposed wood beams, a fireplace with a marble surround, and antique mantel. The floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views of the Kiawah River, filling the space with natural light and offering a peaceful ambiance.
Gourmet Kitchen:
At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen is a dream for foodies and entertainers alike. It boasts a Sub-Zero fridge, Bosch dishwasher, quartzite countertops, and an island with a wine fridge and icemaker. A handmade subway tile backsplash, wet bar, and furniture-grade cabinets complete this inviting space.
Master Suite:
The spacious first-floor master bedroom offers river views and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, a tranquil shower, and travertine floors. Perfectly designed for relaxation, it’s your personal oasis.
Guest Bedrooms & Second-Floor Sitting Room:
Four additional bedrooms, spread across three levels, ensure comfort for all guests. The second-floor sitting room provides a cozy spot for movies, reading, or quiet conversations, serving as a perfect transition space.
Third-Floor Retreat:
Escape to the top level, where you’ll find a fifth bedroom, a wood-paneled office, and a hobby or exercise room. Step onto the balcony for panoramic river views and enjoy the ultimate peace and privacy.
Outdoor Spaces:
The private dock is the star of the outdoor spaces, perfect for fishing, crabbing, or enjoying a sunset boat ride. Surrounded by lush greenery and towering oaks, the backyard offers plenty of room to unwind and take in nature.
Local Attractions:
Located in a premier Kiawah Island neighborhood, the home is just minutes from pristine beaches, world-class golf courses, and local dining. A short drive brings you to historic Charleston, where you can explore cultural landmarks, boutique shops, and award-winning restaurants.
Important Notes:
- Sorry, no pets allowed.
- Rental License: RBL19-006221.
- Five approved parking spaces.
- Dock access is exclusive for guests, offering a unique opportunity to experience the Kiawah River.
Make this stunning home your getaway for an unforgettable vacation. Reserve your stay today!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Kiawah Island, SC
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Reviews
10.0
Lovely home with tons of space and a very responsive owner.
10.0
We recently stayed here for a memorial for my Dad. The architecture and views from this home are incredible. Peaceful, relaxing, comfortable. Great great great kitchen and pantry. Master suite was truly 5 star. The sleeper sofa wasn’t comfortable- even for a sleep sofa so I’d say kids only on that. Each space had an area to relax and a bathroom. Tips- ask if fireplace is working as it would have made a difference for us on a cold weekend. Tv remotes and hvac took a call to property management to figure out. Wish they had a home manual for basic questions and area maps. But seriously- the house is gorgeous and Kiawah is hard to beat.
8.0
good ..Home needs some tlc ..HVAC loud “clangs” ..several faucets loose or stripped…several rugs especially at the front door ..worn and slippery ..a little dangerous..only 1/2 the outside grill works …dishwasher door off center ..needs to be attached tighter …
lots of small things but that’s all i can remember
10.0
The outside comes in. If you want to see Kiawah Island as God and nature made it, the picture windows are all appointed to make it happen.
Roomy, warm, rich, comfortable... fantastic property.
Joyner with At The Ready, (property manager) is also fantastic. Delightful person. Available. "Above and beyond" with so many things - stocking the house (coffee, toothbrushes, soaps, etc.), greetings goodies, and even supplied us with a missing kayak paddle to make our experience complete.
We give her and this property our highest recommendaiton! Well done...
10.0
Lovely home. Great location. Incredibly well appointed. Perfect place to have spent the 4th with extended family.
10.0
Perfection - great home for a large group. Clean and well stocked.
10.0
Fantastic home in beautiful neighborhood .Hostess was responsive to questions. Close to shopping, golf, and restaurants.
10.0
Home is as advertised. We needed 5 bedrooms, and everything was as in the listing. Actually there is a 6th bedroom opportunity in a den room with a sofabed. Well maintained and beautiful views of the Kiawah River.
5.0
A beautiful property, beautifully designed and well maintained. Stunning and peaceful views from every floor. Spacious and gracious bedrooms and shared space , professional quality, all the amenities.
Has my highest rating, will return if possible!
10.0
This is a beautifully designed home with every amenity. We had nine friends staying together and each had their own bedroom and privacy, as well as extremely comfortable shared space. The kitchen was fully stocked for a lot of cooking and served us well. The views from each of the floors was stunning and Joyner Beasley was a fabulous host. Would definitely return, and highly recommend! 5 stars all around.
10.0
We traveled to Kiawah for a golf getaway for my husbands 50th birthday. We met friends there and we had the absolute best time.
First, the house is gorgeous. The view of the marsh is stunning with so many visually interesting things to see. Gorgeous wild life and landscape all around. Close access to all of the island amenities. We golfed at 4 courses on the island and could not have had a better time.
10.0
The home is in a beautiful neighborhood. Close to shopping, restaurants and golf courses. Lots of room and has all amenities. We are looking forward to a return stay.
10.0
This is a beautiful home in a lovely neighborhood. Close to go and shopping. Home was very comfortable and well appointed.
10.0
Stayed for 3 nights. Picturesque location on the Kiawah river. The property is well maintained, spread out over 3 floors so everyone has plenty of privacy. Not just the master bedroom but the other bedrooms are large as well. Enjoyed our stay. Would go back again.
10.0
We usually stay on the beach side when we visit Kiawah and we opted for this house on the river. We made the right choice! The house is very large with high ceilings, 3 floors and all kinds of bedroom, bath and living space options. The kitchen has is large and bright with tons of pots pans and utensils. We enjoyed the long dock, the large gas grill, and the porch overlooking the river. The house is in a very nice, quiet neighborhood, but close to the hotel, village, golf courses and tennis courts. It's a repeat.
10.0
Magnificent! The family who owns this home goes above and beyond to make your stay as seamless and beautiful as possible. The property manager Joyner has always been a pleasure to work with. This is our second time staying at this property and we hope to visit yearly! Thank you!
10.0
Great house with spectacular views. Our 2nd time staying there. Hope to return.
10.0
Wasn’t sure the heating was working properly. Accommodated our family and they enjoyed the view.
10.0
The View! The View! So relaxing and beautiful. Everything you need is there. But in case you need something, assistance is a short text or phone call away. Plan to be overwhelmed
10.0
The owners did a wonderful job of thinking of everything we would need to make our stay comfortable! Our family of 6 adults, caught (and released!) over 100 fish and 4 black tip sharks! So much fun!!
8.0
The house and property were excellent. However, although there is a boat launch nearby it is for resident use only. It is my opinion that when renting a home ALL use of that residence should be provided to the renter. This was not shown in the house advertisement although clearly a dock to the water is described. Permission to use the dock facility was denied by the homeownership. All other launch facilities are more than an hour's drive from the home.
10.0
We loved the house & it was perfect for our large group. There were plenty of things for the kids (teenagers/young adults) to do & they enjoyed riding bikes and fishing off the boat dock. The screened-in porch was great for coffee in the morning and cocktails in the evening. The property manager was easy to communicate with & sent info about the island & surrounding areas prior to our arrival. We are already planning our trip for next year.
10.0
wonderful home for a large group! Absolutely beautiful views...my favorite part!
10.0
The house has panoramic views of colorful sunsets along the Kiawah River. We loved the bike trails and view of dolphins swimming by every day. The spacious kitchen was perfect for our family french toast challenge. And we slept in comfort after enjoying the farmers market at Freshfield’s. We highly recommend this home for your next family vacation!
8.0
We enjoyed our stay. The home is big and spacious and the elevator was used highly by my parents. The only thing is that some of the furniture chairs were very dusty and there were small bugs flying around. The master bathroom has heated tiles and separate toilets for his/her which we absolutely loved. My son and his papa enjoyed fishing and trying to catch crab on the pier. Everything was very nice and peaceful.
10.0
Great house, great location, great vacation, but I think it should be made clear BEFORE the rental agreement that the Rhett's Bluff Boat Landing is not available to guests renting property on Kiawah Island and that the nearest public boat ramp is almost 40 minutes away by car. As my two son's brought their own fishing boats, this was a huge deal to them and would be a deal killer for me renting on Kiawah Island in the future.
5.0
Very beautiful home with plenty of room for all of use. Had a great time!
5.0
This vacation celebrated a major birthday with our nuclear family of ten. The home was perfect for the occasion. Our contact, Joyner Beasley, was very responsive to the questions and minor issues we had. We loved the whole experience and we would gladly do it again!
5.0
We have stayed at 30 Rhett’s Bluff many times and it is one of our favorite homes to stay on the island. The home is in a very central location on the island, it is very comfortable and spacious, well appointed and has a fabulous view! We can’t wait to go back!
5.0
Thank you for opening your home to us again for a third time. This property is always clean, comfortable and never disappoints. The house has everything you need to make your visit enjoyable. The layout of the home allows for multi- generation families to share the home and enjoy the holiday season together, while providing amble locations throughout the home where the younger teens can get some privacy from their older relatives. Easy bike rides to anywhere on the island, pretty beaches and perfect sunsets every night. The views are simply magnificent.!
We ran into a few hiccups with a few sick family members that couldn’t attended and even with a couple who passed away shortly before we were to arrive. However, Joyner, property manager, went out of her way to help make the trip possible. She is extremely responsive and easy to work with., and was able to make our trip a huge success. No doubt you simply can’t beat 30 Rhett’s Bluff.
Hopefully we will be back in the spring and try again with the whole family.!
5.0
We had 6 kids (12-17) and they loved biking and basketball and pickleball that was all close by. House is gorgeous but wish the sleeping arrangements were better and for such a large house the main living space doesn’t have ample seating for us all. Kitchen was well stocked and during warmer months the screened porch is perfection.
5.0
Even better than it looks! I saw pictures and looked at reviews of this property but our state exceeded our expectations. Our extended family was together and we had plenty of place to spread out and sleep comfortably. Lots of different places to hang out and relax. It would be easy to get away and find some quiet time as well as hang out together with a large group and play games. The view was stunning and we enjoyed many mornings and evenings sitting out at the dock and fishing and crabbing. We certainly hope to be back again soon
5.0
Enjoyed this house with 3 other couples and had a wonderful stay. Joyner was very helpful whenever I reached out and the house was unique and beautiful. The sunsets were magnificent off the dock.
5.0
We had a great time in this home. September was perfect
for swimming, beach, paddleboarding, walking and biking.
We had everything we needed and the property manager was quickly responsive.
5.0
The whole experience was fantastic ! The house was simply amazing and perfectly located
Can’t wait to book our next stay at Rhetts bluff!
5.0
5 star location - on the estuary, close to beach, close to shopping
5 star view - DOLPHINS every day!
5 star floor plan - many choices for relaxing alone but also spaces for gathering as a family
5 star amenities - well stocked kitchen with double oven, ample linens/towels, games, elevator, spacious garage, roomy bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
5 star host - communicates very well and promptly
5 star bike trails - rental agency delivers!
5 star kayaking - rental agency delivers
5 star sunsets - dolphins included!
5 star office space
5 star televisions
5 star quiet in the bedrooms allows to the children to sleep while the adults have fun in the evenings
5.0
Beautiful, well equipped home. Gorgeous views. Comfortable layout. Perfect for our family vacation!
5.0
This is the. 2nd year we've stayed at 30 Rhetts bluff. We love the views of the river, the fully equipped kitchen (and I mean everything!), 3 separate living areas and outdoor living spaces. Joyner, the property manager is very responsive. There's an elevator if you have an elderly person staying there. The outdoor gas grill is a nice addition. We fished off the dock and caught crab! We also chartered a boat and were. picked up and dropped off right at our doorstep.
5.0
This is an amazing home. There was plenty of room for our family of 10. Amazing views from each level.
5.0
We chose this property for the week of our son’s wedding on the island. The online photos of the house were beautiful,but the property is even prettier in person. It was the perfect place for our family to gather and make special memories. We will return to Kiawah Island and we hope this wonderful home will be available when we do.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Kiawah Island?
The average price for a rental in Kiawah Island is $575 per night. This rental is $847 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Elegant Riverfront Retreat with Dock, Gourmet Kitchen, and Panoramic Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Elegant Riverfront Retreat with Dock, Gourmet Kitchen, and Panoramic Views pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Elegant Riverfront Retreat with Dock, Gourmet Kitchen, and Panoramic Views?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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