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Property grounds
Main living area with the marsh and ocean view just beyond the windows!
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Harbor Island, SC
  • Hunting Island Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hunting Island
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Fripp Island Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Beaufort, SC (BFT-Frogmore Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

First floor guest bedroom

2 Double Beds

First floor guest bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

First floor guest master

1 King Bed

First floor master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

About this property

Reduced price for week of June 21st!!

The Starfish is located on serene Harbor Island, SC. It has three master suites (2 on the main floor and one on the second floor), each with a private bath and king bed. The fourth bedroom consists of 2 bunk beds (that is 4 twins) and the fifth has two full beds. These two rooms share a large hall bath, perfect for bathing the little ones. The Starfish has 3300 heated square feet with 750 square feet of covered porches and sunning deck. Our home sits on the marsh with gorgeous views of the marsh, Atlantic Ocean, and Johnson's creek.

The kitchen, great room and dining are one large room. Brazilian cherry floors on the main floor and pine on the second floor. The great room and kitchen combo have ten foot exposed ceiling with beautiful custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and neutral quartz counter tops. For the coffee drinkers, there is 12 cup traditional coffee pot. The dining table has seating for 8, while the countertop bar has additional seating for 6. Four bedrooms, kitchen, great room, dining and covered deck overlooking the marsh and ocean are located on the main floor, which is convenient for parents with small children (including us!). The third guest master, game room and sunning deck are located on the second floor. The game room consists of a full-size slate pool table, foosball table, bistro table and wet bar, complete with mini-fridge, small sink, and 55 inch TV. The children tend to hang out here, complete with sofa and chairs. The view is spectacular!

Two golf carts are included in the rental. The beach, swimming pool with kiddie pool, playground, tennis and basketball courts, cardio room, and weight room are all just a fun five minutes away on the golf cart (approximately 9/10 of a mile). Golf carts are provided for your convenience. But, we have no control over maintenance issues that occur from time to time. They are serviced prior to rental season. But, should something go wrong with the golf carts during your stay, we are unable to provide refunds or discounts, but will attempt to get them repaired as soon as possible, hopefully during your stay!

Linens are provided, just bring your beach towels. Please do not take towels out of our home.

The home is equipped with Wifi and the TVs are smart tvs, ready to sign in with your own streaming platform - Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, etc. The island Wifi can sometimes be slow and unpredictable. So there is no way to guarantee its service. We are unable to provide refunds or discounts for Wifi issues experienced while staying in our home. Thank you for your understanding. It is simply outside of our control.

The home is professionally cleaned and sanitized following each departure. Cleaning fee is $400. There is also a gate fee charged by the island for each vehicle brought onto the island. The fee is $85 for 7 nights irrespective or $25 nightly.

Harbor Island is a private, gated island.

Please note the following rules:

• Check in is after 5pm. Check out is before 10am.
• The Starfish is a non-smoking residence - including absolutely no smoking on decks or porches.
• Minimum age of renter is 30.
• Maximum occupancy is 14 people - maximum adult occupancy is 8.
• There is a charcoal grill for guest use. Gas grill on the deck is not for use by guests. We apologize for any inconvenience.
• *Due to health issues, absolutely no animals (including service or support animals) are permitted at our home.


{Our home has exterior security cameras. No cameras are inside our home.}.



*The owners of this property received an exemption from VRBO’s service/support animal policy on 8/28/21 for owner health reasons, as this is truly our second home and rented for less than 15 weeks per year. (ADA/FHA requirements for service animals do not apply to short-term, privately owned vacation rentals, as they are transient in nature and not considered to be public housing.)

Property manager

Emily

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking inside home or on decks.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Oceanmarsh Subdivision

Harbor Island is home to this holiday home. Penn Center and York W. Bailey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease.
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Harbor Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Hunting Island Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Hunting Island - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Fripp Island Beach - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 32 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Edisto Beach State Park - 116 min drive - 134.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnson Creek Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bonito Boathouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar on Fripp Island - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Beach Club Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Reduced price for week of June 21st!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Reduced price for week of June 21st!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Reduced price for week of June 21st!!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reduced price for week of June 21st!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Reduced price for week of June 21st!! located?

Situated in Harbor Island, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Butchers Island and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hunting Island Lighthouse and Hunting Island. Horse Island and Fripp Island Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

Our family of 11 loved staying at The Starfish! There was plenty of room for everyone, beautiful view, and the island was very quiet and peaceful. The owner was quick to respond to any questions and was very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Get Away

The house was gorgeous, and just what we needed with 4 adults and 4 teens. Definitely use the golf carts to get to the beach. You will not be walking to it. Never had trouble getting parking at the accesses, so it was perfect. If we ever decide to go to Harbor Island again this would be the house to get!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Beautiful home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

Breezy , spacious low country retreat

Perfect relaxing location with both marshes and the beach secluded and private , yet short distance to the pool and beach best porches ever all the amenities , no reason to drive anywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tommy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful host and home

This home is perfect for families with kids. Rooms are setup for kids and their buddies. 2 golf carts make it easier to access the beach and pool. Grab you coffee and watch the sunrise on back deck. Maybe the best sunrise view on entire island
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crescent Animal Hospital, Abbeville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House and great owner to work with!

The house was beautiful and was well stocked with cooking supplies and cleaning supplies. We had an issue with one of the golf carts but the house owner was easy to get in touch with and very wonderful to work with!. The neighborhood is just a short drive to the State Park!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay with family

Totally enjoyed our stay at the Starfish! Emily was the most courteous host I've ever dealt with! The house was all we had hoped for and more. The annual pass to Hunting Island was also an unexpected plus! We had six adults and 5 children in our group and never once did we feel cramped. Enough space for everyone to enjoy. Highly recommend the Starfish!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Beautiful Home..

We loved our stay at the sailfish! We had all our family in from 3 states and it was a very memorable trip. From the fishing.. to the alligators..turtles.. beach..etc. we always had something to do!! The kids loved it.. taking walks on beach.. driving into Charleston, Savannah.. all so close to visit! Just the perfect week and we can’t thank you enough for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer S.

This was the perfect house for my family

The house was everything promised. Our family was very comfortable. The porch was our favorite place to spend time together. Our grandsons loved riding bikes around the Ocean Marsh section of the island on their own.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house!

This was by far the prettiest and most well equipped house we have ever rented on the island. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. Lots of bikes and 2 golf carts were very helpful for our large crew. The beds were very comfortable and the pool table was fun as well. The only draw back would be the mosquitos around the house but that is to be expected staying in the marsh area. We would absolutely stay again and the host was SO kind and prompt with responses! Fabulous rental property for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Spot

We had a great time on our vacation. The house is amazing. Enough room for all 10 of us. The back porch view of the marsh and ocean was great. House had everything we needed including two golf carts, bikes and beach chairs. The community pool was clean as were the tennis courts. Beach access in the community was easy and the beach was not crowded. Hunting State Park has great beaches as well (Park pass was provided and only a 5 min drive). Local restaurants were good. We recommend the Foolish Frog (good seafood and atmosphere) and Beedos (best burgers ever). Overall..... and excellent vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

George G.

This home was exactly what we needed for the perfect family getaway!

The Sailfish was wonderfully located, and the scene from the back of the house was beautiful looking across to Hunting Island on one side with the Marsh in the foreground and the ocean beyond that. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to prepare a meal for a crowd. The bedrooms were spacious, and the entire house was well designed and lovely. Our family truly appreciated the abundance of items that made our stay so nice ( the 2 golf carts, the 7 or was it 8 ? bikes, the pool table, the foos ball table, the beach chairs, etc.). Harbor Island is a lovely place and the residents we met were very friendly and welcoming. We give it a huge thumbs up and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Picture Perfect

Home is just as pictured. We spent a week here with our children and grandchildren. We had everything needed for a perfect vacation. Home is well equipped and maintained. Owners have thought of EVERYTHING you might need. The grandchildren enjoyed the pool and bikes. Adults enjoyed kayaks in the sound as dolphins played around them. Beautiful views from the deck as we enjoyed evening meals. Highly recommend the Sailfish for family fun! Laura and Allen are great to work with. All arrangements taken care of before you arrive. You drive up and let the fun begin! Thanks for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

Beautiful home overlooking the marsh

We had a large group stay this summer at this home and we fell in love. The home is beautiful and has anything that you could ask for. The kitchen is fully stocked just like your kitchen at home. We loved having the 2 crock pots to use to just set and go. We also loved the deck overlooking the marsh which is where we spent most of our time talking and carrying on. The kids love the bunk beds and the pool table upstairs. The 2 golf carts is a huge plus in that no one is ever left behind. I can't say enough great things about this home and the island. We had one of the best vacations of our lives this year. I highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a great home near local fishing, crabbing, Beaufort and don't forget the beach. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Connie B.

Great house, not so great beach!

The house is beautiful with everything you need. Only two complaints: the master bedroom off the kitchen has a bed that is hard as a rock so no one would use that room, although it had a huge bathroom. The game room/ bedroom upstairs is very nice, except the bathroom was very small and TVs were very fuzzy. Maybe they should switch beds! We loved having two golf carts, enjoyed the pool, but did not love the beach. It was very muddy like quicksand, and one of the locals told us it was "marsh mud." Some of the beach accesses said no parking, so there was basically only one decent part of the beach without mud but the access was a very long walk with a toddler and chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and wonderful!

The house was perfect for our group of 14 for our first family vacation! The house was clean, comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked for all your cooking needs. Our favorite spots were the covered porch looking onto the marsh (any time of the day) and the upstairs game room. Minimal mosquitos during our stay. The 2 golf carts made it easy to get around the island. There are 7 beach access points. Access 4 was the easiest. The beach was great as there are no waves and the pool area was very nice. The Turtles Nest is a gift shop/ small grocery/pharmacy items, at the pool. Highly recommend the meatball subs and the chicken salad sandwiches. Emily, the owner, was easy to get a hold of and quick to respond. Hunting Island State Park was absolutely gorgeous! Along with house you get a free pass to enter the State park. It says up to four people but they let our van load of people in. It is only 5 min drive from the house. Harbor Island and the house was wonderful but I do have to mention that the HOA that manage the island is no joke. Do not park golf carts in areas that have no sign and if there is no parking spots to park your cart you must use another access. $ 50 fine- no warning. Also closest stores, Walmart, Food Lion are about 20 min drive. We did online food shopping prior to arrival which saved us time. We enjoyed this house and the area very much and highly recommend this house for your next family event!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and large home!

This house is really beautiful- furnishings are nice, beds are comfortable, kitchen is big, and the view is pretty. The bedrooms and bathrooms (except for bath on top floor) are really big- the pics don’t do it justice and so nice to have 3 kings plus the other “kids rooms”- so much space! Golf carts are great as it is a ride to pool and beach. There was all you need of kitchen stuff, plenty of kids toys, a few books, and a great upstairs game room- perfect for our 4 kids. Emily was great- very responsive, friendly, and helpful! I talked to her before the trip as well as a few times via text at check in and check out. It’s so nice to hear back from a VRBO host so quickly! Two tips for this house: 1)bring LOTS of bug spray- this house is on the marsh and mosquitos have staked claim of this whole section of the island. 2) bring your own beach towels (and if you like larger bath towels bring those too- the ones there are very small). Tips for the island- the 9-11am and 4-7pm are great time for beach time for littler kids. Bring a tent. Beach is best (reasonable distance between sand and ocean even at low tide) between beach access 2 and 4. If you want more expansive sand- go closer to beach access 1. If you want fishing, go to very end of island- I think it’s past beach access 7- small beach where river and ocean meet- not a great place for little kids who want to play in the water bc of the current. Pool is more crowded in the afternoon so try the morning if you prefer less people. There are no umbrellas at pool and not a ton of shade and they don’t really want you bringing umbrellas or tents there, so if you like sun bathing, this is your spot! All in all, Harbor is a nice family friendly place and this house is really lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tommy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We have been visiting Harbor Island for 15 years, sometimes multiple times a season. This is by far the best house we have rented. The game room is perfect for teens, as are the 2 golf carts. Enough beds for family and friends to enjoy. House is about as far from the beach and community pool as you can be, but the views of the sunrise and Hunting Island from the back deck more than make up for that. Kitchen is about as well stocked as you would expect from your own kitchen. House was very clean and well kept. Host was great to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Summertime in SC

We loved this house! It was so spacious and clean. We rent a beach house each summer for the past ten years and of all the places we’ve stayed, this house was the cleanest! We loved the big back deck. We watched the sun set and even saw the June “Strawberry Supermoon”—it was spectacular. I wish I could post a picture here to show. The golf carts were a ton of fun to use to get to the pool and beach. My husband hit golf balls just about every day at the area in the neighborhood reserved for it. The furniture was comfortable and clean. We cooked a few nights and found everything we needed in regards to pots and pans. The kids loved the game room upstairs. Well, actually the adults loved it too :) We spent one day at Hunting State Park and it was lovely. Definitely recommend going there if you’ve never been (and it’s just down the road). The only hiccup in our visit was purchasing one too many parking passes. My brother’s family (who has 8 people) traveled 12 hours from Ohio. Due to the significant increase in the cost of gas, they packed as minimally as possible (yay for a washing machine!) so they could drive one less vehicle. We were unable to be refunded for the extra car pass ($80). This wasn’t the home owners fault. The HOA would not give the refund which is really a reflection of their association. We felt it was petty on their part. With the click of a mouse Shannon Durrance (contact person for the HOA) could have made that happen but flatly refused when I spoke with her on the phone. I understand having policies but come on, really? For future reference—You can purchase an extra car pass the day you arrive. We know because we did last summer when we stayed at a different property on the island. I brought up this point with Shannon and she said yes, that’s right. If I had known they would refuse to refund the extra pass, I would have waited to buy them on the day we arrived. It’s a nonissue if your family is all in the same vehicle. And of course we didn’t let that mishap ruin our week but won’t make the same mistake in the future if we visit Harbor Island again. If we do, we absolutely loved this home and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families-beautiful views

Property had a great setup and accommodations for just about anyone. Great house for 3 families. Plenty of room for sleeping and space to get away outside on balcony or front porch. Kitchen had all the necessary supplies you would need. -coffee pot or keurig (they did have some left over coffee filters, but just in case I would bring some) One recommendation would be to have hangers in the closets (we were on a family reunion so I had nowhere to hang dresses etc in one of the rooms) Room to the right (when looking at the house from the front) did not have a dresser or place to put any folded cloths either. Not a huge deal, but just a comment to consider if you rent. Wal-mart/Publix online order for pickup prior to arrival is a must, hard to get quick drinks/food without driving 20 minutes. Make sure you only park in designated areas around Harbor Island- NO PARKING on streets or sides of the road by beach or you will be fined $50. There are no signs anywhere to say no parking, we were told it was because private property and they can not put up signs?? I believe they could put up a sign that says private property, but owner would have to agree. Emily does put this in her instructions, so read all of them thoroughly. The HIOA makes a killing on unnecessary parking fines! So beware. Use the golf carts they were a very nice addition to the house rental. Beaches are nice, but coming from FL not what we are used to. We also used the bikes and beach chairs, some do need repair or are rusted which is expected with the beach air- nice addition as well-really appreciated one less thing to pack :) Overall would highly recommend this property for people to rent. Beautiful views and very nice home that is well maintained and cared for. Definitely a place to consider for a week vacation. Emily the owner was great and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family getaway!

This is such a great house with amazing views! Sitting on the porch for morning coffee will be one of my very favorite memories from this trip. The kitchen is fully stocked with all you'll need including two crock pots, multiple casserole dishes, a griddle, dishes, ample utensils, mixing bowls, cookie sheets, and more! All of the beds are very comfortable and it was so great to have three of the bedrooms with king sized beds. All of the appliances are top grade, including what seemed like a brand new washer and dryer set. There is an outdoor shower, bikes, beach chairs, etc available for use. The house is located on a very quiet street and is just a quick ride to the beach. I can't say enough good things about the wonderful host, Emily, she is fantastic! She is a quick text away and always responded so promptly. We really appreciated her top notch hospitality and look forward to future trips to Harbor Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harbor Island Heaven

Wonderful stay for our family. House was exactly as described and perfect for a family with 3 active boys. The pass to Hunting Island State Park was the cherry on top and is just one example of owner's thoughtfulness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property!

The house is beautiful inside and out! We enjoyed playing pool and foosball while taking a break from the beach. The house has 2 golf carts for an easy ride to any of the beach accesses. We enjoyed our morning bike rides around the island. The owner is very responsive to any questions you may have! Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Revommend

The house was immaculate and extremely well equipped. Everything we could possibly need was there. The bikes were very welcome as we had a few energetic teenagers. The beds were comfortable - everything was just great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Emily

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Our family fell in love with Harbor Island several years ago when we decided to buy a condo on the island. At that time, we had two daughters. We now have three and we’re thrilled to own this spacious, beautiful home on this special island! And we are proud to share it for other families to make memories too!

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