Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis
4.8
Outstanding(75 Reviews)House in Kiawah Island, SC
12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Bufflehead 3
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This spacious, well-appointed Vanderhorst Plantation home has a sunroom, deck, and a new private pool that can be heated (for an additional fee) that allows you to enjoy the outdoors and take in the views of the lagoon behind the house. This home has hardwood floors, granite counters, and painted cabinets within an upscale full kitchen on the first floor. There is an extra refrigerator in the office area, the perfect place to store cold drinks for the warm weather! The home has recently been renovated with a new couch, chairs, sunroom furniture, and grill and is just a short walk or bike ride (about 700 yards) to the beach, which is virtually around the corner.
When you enter the home and take the staircase on your left to the second story, you'll find four bedrooms. Taking two immediate lefts at the top of the stairs will bring you to a bedroom with a flatscreen TV. From there, just down a short hall is a bedroom with a flatscreen TV and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower with a removable showerhead. Moving past the staircase and a small sitting room, the bedroom on your left has a flatscreen TV. Across the hall is another bedroom with an en suite bathroom with a shower/ tub combination. The primary bedroom is on the main level, just past the foyer on the left. It has access to a furnished private deck, dual walk-in closets, and a huge en suite bathroom featuring two separate sinks with counter space, a vanity area, a jetted garden tub, and a standalone walk-in shower.
Things to Know
The home is equipped with a home mosquito spray system.
This property is managed by Vacasa South Carolina LLC.
City/town permit number:RBL19-006742
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
This spacious, well-appointed Vanderhorst Plantation home has a sunroom, deck, and a new private pool that can be heated (for an additional fee) that allows you to enjoy the outdoors and take in the views of the lagoon behind the house. This home has hardwood floors, granite counters, and painted cabinets within an upscale full kitchen on the first floor. There is an extra refrigerator in the office area, the perfect place to store cold drinks for the warm weather! The home has recently been renovated with a new couch, chairs, sunroom furniture, and grill and is just a short walk or bike ride (about 700 yards) to the beach, which is virtually around the corner.
When you enter the home and take the staircase on your left to the second story, you'll find four bedrooms. Taking two immediate lefts at the top of the stairs will bring you to a bedroom with a flatscreen TV. From there, just down a short hall is a bedroom with a flatscreen TV and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower with a removable showerhead. Moving past the staircase and a small sitting room, the bedroom on your left has a flatscreen TV. Across the hall is another bedroom with an en suite bathroom with a shower/ tub combination. The primary bedroom is on the main level, just past the foyer on the left. It has access to a furnished private deck, dual walk-in closets, and a huge en suite bathroom featuring two separate sinks with counter space, a vanity area, a jetted garden tub, and a standalone walk-in shower.
Things to Know
The home is equipped with a home mosquito spray system.
This property is managed by Vacasa South Carolina LLC.
City/town permit number:RBL19-006742
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Kiawah Island, SC
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(75 Reviews)4.8
Very well outfitted!
4.8
The heated pool sealed the deal for this property . Our 3 yr old niece was so surprised when she arrived and could swim in December!
The house was completely clean when we arrived and the starter kit of toilet paper and towels they supplied was more than adequate for our group of 7 adults and 2 kids. The kitchen is fully equipped and i love that the homeowners LABELED every drawer and light switch so we didnt have to guess every single time.
we're already talking about making this a family tradition and hope we can rent this property again in the future!
4.8
Plenty of space, looks exactly like photos, excellent communication with management company.
4.8
Lovely. Need to update TV system.
4.8
Beautiful house, beautiful beach, great location. Three minute bike ride to beach, house was very clean, everything was perfect. Highly recommended. Will definitely go back.
4.8
We have kids that live in CA, VA, SC & NC and we rarely have a whole week when we are together. We had plenty of space to spread out, this kitchen is amazing and the pool was perfect for your grandchildren.
4.8
Great family house, close to beach!
4.8
Great house for large family gathering at the beach. All bedrooms were a great size with their own closets and bathrooms. Easy bike ride or walk to the beach.
4.8
Property wonderful.
4.8
BH3 is a well-appointed home. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook delicious meals- including large seafood pots, plenty of good knives, cutting boards, and serving pieces. ❤️
The teens loved the bunk room. The sun porch was quickly made their domain and they stopped their video games long enough to assemble a puzzle and play rumikub on the game table out there.
We also liked that there was a large recycle bin outside. We were planning on taking our recycles home.
Thanks to the owners for sharing their lovely spot in Kiawah.
4.8
Quiet and clean location. Only 4 min walk to beach.
4.8
Very spacious and accommodating for our family. Nice deck and pool. Parking was a little irritating. Elderly may have problems using the steps to the front door.
4.8
Bufflehead 3 was the perfect house for our family vacation. Our two sons and their families and my husband and I loved the spacious house. There was plenty of room for the ten of us. The grandkids loved the pool every day and the beach was a short bike ride from the house. The house has a kitchen that is stocked with everything you can imagine which was great for the meals we decided to stay in and cook. We definitely took advantage of the second refrigerator which was a plus. The only small appliance I would suggest they add is a blender. I missed my daily smoothies!
The house has a beautiful mostly glass sunroom on the first floor with a large TV which was a good babysitter for the "early rising grandkids" to play in until the rest of the family woke up. We also found games, puzzles and books in a cabinet as well as loads of beach toys which the kids enjoyed.
We would definitely stay here again as we all had a great time!
4.8
Great house, great location, and well stocked. Only one complaint: during the two weeks we stayed there, four different smoke detectors went off during the middle of several nights. Fortunately there was a step ladder available so that we could take them down and deactivate them. Maintenance came out twice, but perhaps all the detectors should have been replaced, since one more went off after the second maintenance visit.
4.8
Large and comfortable home. Loved that each bedroom has its own bathroom. Most well appointed kitchen we have ever seen! We would definitely rent this home again.
4.8
Great house, great location, and well stocked. Only one complaint: during the two weeks we stayed there, four different smoke detectors went off during the middle of several nights. Fortunately there was a step ladder available so that we could take them down and deactivate them. Maintenance came out twice, but perhaps all the detectors should have been replaced, since one more went off after the second maintenance visit.
4.8
The house accommodated our family beautifully. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. The property manager took time out of her Sunday to take care of an issue that was no one's fault!
4.8
Vacation
The house accommodated our family beautifully. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. The property manager took time out of her Sunday to take care of an issue that was no one's fault!
4.8
This gorgeous and updated house was great for our big family! We had grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles and the space was perfect with each room having a separate bath. We had the pool warmed, which was such a treat for the kids each day. The stove is gas, and a little finicky, but literally that is the only criticism I have. Such a great location too, walking distance from the beach! The local Vacasa team was so responsive to all of our questions and concerns. Definitely booking through them again!
4.8
Perfect stay for our large family
This gorgeous and updated house was great for our big family! We had grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles and the space was perfect with each room having a separate bath. We had the pool warmed, which was such a treat for the kids each day. The stove is gas, and a little finicky, but literally that is the only criticism I have. Such a great location too, walking distance from the beach! The local Vacasa team was so responsive to all of our questions and concerns. Definitely booking through them again!
4.8
This gorgeous and updated house was great for our big family! We had grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles and the space was perfect with each room having a separate bath. We had the pool warmed, which was such a treat for the kids each day. The stove is gas, and a little finicky, but literally that is the only criticism I have. Such a great location too, walking distance from the beach! The local Vacasa team was so responsive to all of our questions and concerns. Definitely booking through them again!
4.8
We had a house full! We really liked this house and location. The kitchen seems to have everything, since we stay in and everyone cooks & bakes. Had to find a bigger house for next year as our family keeps growing and this trip becomes more popular with everyone, but would pick this house again in a heartbeat if our crowd shrinks in size.
4.8
We stayed in this lovely house the first week of January, and the weather was chilly but beautiful. Kiawah Island is such a beautiful place, which we explored on foot and by bike.
The house is large and comfortable - unfortunately, our extended family cancelled due to COVID concerns, so the three of us had the place to ourselves. The bedrooms and bathrooms were ample and had lots of storage for our things.
The kitchen was extremely well-stocked with dishes, cookware and utensils. Bring your own paper napkins and paper towels, as well as plastic wrap and foil. Everything else was there for us!
We recommend the excellent service and sturdy bikes from Island Cycle, and grabbed several convenient lunches at The Market. Had a good sushi dinner at Freshfields and found the Harris Teeter there convenient, but we also had lots of great meals in Charleston, North Charleston and Summerville.
We loved the house and the area and will definitely return, hopefully with family!
4.8
2nd Time was even better.
We had a house full! We really liked this house and location. The kitchen seems to have everything, since we stay in and everyone cooks & bakes. Had to find a bigger house for next year as our family keeps growing and this trip becomes more popular with everyone, but would pick this house again in a heartbeat if our crowd shrinks in size.
4.8
Gorgeous setting and comfortable house
We stayed in this lovely house the first week of January, and the weather was chilly but beautiful. Kiawah Island is such a beautiful place, which we explored on foot and by bike.
The house is large and comfortable - unfortunately, our extended family cancelled due to COVID concerns, so the three of us had the place to ourselves. The bedrooms and bathrooms were ample and had lots of storage for our things.
The kitchen was extremely well-stocked with dishes, cookware and utensils. Bring your own paper napkins and paper towels, as well as plastic wrap and foil. Everything else was there for us!
We recommend the excellent service and sturdy bikes from Island Cycle, and grabbed several convenient lunches at The Market. Had a good sushi dinner at Freshfields and found the Harris Teeter there convenient, but we also had lots of great meals in Charleston, North Charleston and Summerville.
We loved the house and the area and will definitely return, hopefully with family!
4.8
This home was perfect for the weekend!!! It was stocked with everything that we needed...the decor was absolutely beautifuly..the space, the pool and overall upkeep of this property was beyond our expectations! We will be back :-)
4.8
Absolutely Beautiful
This home was perfect for the weekend!!! It was stocked with everything that we needed...the decor was absolutely beautifuly..the space, the pool and overall upkeep of this property was beyond our expectations! We will be back :-)
4.8
This home was perfect for the weekend!!! It was stocked with everything that we needed...the decor was absolutely beautifuly..the space, the pool and overall upkeep of this property was beyond our expectations! We will be back :-)
4.8
It was a beautiful home on a quiet street.
4.8
Family Gun
It was a beautiful home on a quiet street.
4.8
This is the first time we stayed at this home, and hope to be able to return. The house is spacious, well-decorated, comfortable and has an amazing array of kitchen tools, which is important to me. The two refrigerators and ice machine were an extra bonus.
There are plenty of rooms for those who want to congregate and for those who need a bit of alone time.
The deck pool was a big hit with our crew, as was the grill. And the beach is fairly close. We had a fabulous time!
4.8
Fabulous place to stay at Kiawah!
This is the first time we stayed at this home, and hope to be able to return. The house is spacious, well-decorated, comfortable and has an amazing array of kitchen tools, which is important to me. The two refrigerators and ice machine were an extra bonus.
There are plenty of rooms for those who want to congregate and for those who need a bit of alone time.
The deck pool was a big hit with our crew, as was the grill. And the beach is fairly close. We had a fabulous time!
There are plenty of rooms for those who want to congregate and for those who need a bit of alone time.
The deck pool was a big hit with our crew, as was the grill. And the beach is fairly close. We had a fabulous time!
4.8
This is the first time we stayed at this home, and hope to be able to return. The house is spacious, well-decorated, comfortable and has an amazing array of kitchen tools, which is important to me. The two refrigerators and ice machine were an extra bonus.
There are plenty of rooms for those who want to congregate and for those who need a bit of alone time.
The deck pool was a big hit with our crew, as was the grill. And the beach is fairly close. We had a fabulous time!
4.8
Roaches in house.
Back door would not close had to wire it shut. Pool stayed full of debri from trees
4.8
This was a delightful week in a beautiful home. The beds were incredible - we all slept great. Having a crib available was a bonus as our youngest was under one year old. Lots of space
to spread out in from the sun room to to the pool deck and den (very spacious). The kitchen was incredibly stocked with every pot, pan, cooking utensils and included items to bake with. The pool was ideal for afternoons after the beach and we were all comfortable on the large deck. All 12 of us loved this house!!
4.8
Kiawah 3 bufflehead
Roaches in house.
Back door would not close had to wire it shut. Pool stayed full of debri from trees
4.8
Awesome Kiawah Beach Week!
This was a delightful week in a beautiful home. The beds were incredible - we all slept great. Having a crib available was a bonus as our youngest was under one year old. Lots of space
to spread out in from the sun room to to the pool deck and den (very spacious). The kitchen was incredibly stocked with every pot, pan, cooking utensils and included items to bake with. The pool was ideal for afternoons after the beach and we were all comfortable on the large deck. All 12 of us loved this house!!
4.8
Outstanding stay. Five bedrooms with individual baths plus a half bath. Very close and convenient to beach. Private pool with outside hot and cold running water for shower after a time at the beach. Many reviewers of this location comment on the kitchen. All the many positive reviews do not come close to truly describing everything available (all clearly marked). Even after a weeks stay, we located new items every time we opened a cabinet or drawer. We had 11 people, including 3, and we prepared every meal in the house except the last night (we picked up pizza). All of our nightly meals were theme nights, and the two refrigerators proved to be essential. Plenty of room to separate or gather. We rented 8 bikes on the Island which everyone used daily. Highly recommend this location.
4.8
3 Bufflehead
Outstanding stay. Five bedrooms with individual baths plus a half bath. Very close and convenient to beach. Private pool with outside hot and cold running water for shower after a time at the beach. Many reviewers of this location comment on the kitchen. All the many positive reviews do not come close to truly describing everything available (all clearly marked). Even after a weeks stay, we located new items every time we opened a cabinet or drawer. We had 11 people, including 3, and we prepared every meal in the house except the last night (we picked up pizza). All of our nightly meals were theme nights, and the two refrigerators proved to be essential. Plenty of room to separate or gather. We rented 8 bikes on the Island which everyone used daily. Highly recommend this location.
4.8
House in great condition. Well stocked kitchen. Extra fridge was helpful with multiple families.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Kiawah Island?
The average price for a rental in Kiawah Island is $543 per night. This rental is $364 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis. 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 Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis. Enjoy the water!
Is Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Upscale house with private pool, lagoon views - near beach & tennis?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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