The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks - Daufuskie Island

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2 minute walk to the quite, secluded beach

Villa view from ocean. Our unit is the first floor, ocean side

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pool
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Daufuskie Island, SC

Harbour Town Lighthouse
‪207 min drive‬
Harbour Town Golf Links
‪210 min drive‬
Tybee Island Beach
‪266 min drive‬
Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
‪199 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks

2 bedroom, 2 baths, steps from the beach, sleeps 8 with inflatable queen mattress.
Clear to ocean view in Melrose with all the amenities of home. Living Room and both bedrooms are ocean side. Cable TV & wireless internet. 4 new HD tv's. New linens, pillows, bedcover and memory foam mattress pads. Both bedrooms have direct access to large, screened porch overlooking the ocean. Fully equipped, open kitchen.

Daufuskie Island is boat accessible only. Take a ferry or one of many private water taxis from Hilton Head, Bluffton or Savannah to get there. Your personal vehicle will be left at the departure location and a golf cart will become your means of transportation while visiting Daufuskie.

Enjoy your morning coffee watching the sunrise over the ocean from the large screen porch with rocking chairs, soft seating and a high-top dining table. Master bedroom has a King bed with a large private bathroom, 2 vanities, walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub and toilet. 2nd bedroom has 2 Queen beds with large private bath with double vanity, tub/shower, toilet. Both bedrooms have an ocean view and direct access to the screen porch. Also includes Queen size inflatable bed.

You will fall in love with Daufuskie Island on your first visit. It is a vacation like no other. The craziness of traffic, tourist and crowded beaches are not our idea of relaxing. Your Daufuskie Island vacation begins when you leave your vehicle on the mainland and board a ferry or private boat for a fun ride over to the Island where you can often see Dolphins. After a short 30-45 minute ride you are so relaxed and ready to kick back and truly enjoy all the nature, quiet beaches, long walks & golf cart rides.

Feel any stress in your life instantly go away with the soft breeze of the ocean air. Tour the island on your golf cart and enjoy the nature and peacefulness. You may see rare birds, alligators, deer, fox squirrels and more!

At a specific point on Daufuskie Island you can see Hilton Head, Savannah and Tybee Island, but those crowded beaches are in the distance as you enjoy a private beautiful beach. If you want to see more of the local living enjoy a meal at the Daufuskie Crab Company, at the Freeport Marina, D'Fuskie's Store Eatery & Bar, On-Deck Diner, at Daufuskie Island Distillery, Frye's Corner, Island Shack or The Sportsman. Visit The Iron Fish, the community farm, The Daufuskie Island Distillery (Daufuskie Rum Company), Daufuskie Blues for indigo dying classes and beautiful merch, and The Light House at Silver Dew Winery.
In addition to our beautiful beaches, the Melrose Pool is open (seasonal).

There is so much to experience on Daufuskie, and we hope you will enjoy The Captain's Choice and all Daufuskie has to offer as much as we do!

Property manager

Terri Hill

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Daufuskie Island

Located near the beach, this villa is in Melrose on the Beach, a neighbourhood in Daufuskie Island. Shoppers can check out Coligny Plaza, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coligny Beach and North Beach. Hilton Head Zipline and The Sandbox are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Daufuskie Island, SC

What's nearby

Daufuskie Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Tybee Roads - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Bloody Point Golf Club and Resort - 12 min drive - 5.9 km

Restaurants

‪Quarterdeck Topside - ‬207 min drive
‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬210 min drive
‪The Crazy Crab - Harbour Town - ‬206 min drive
‪Reilley's - ‬195 min drive
‪Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - ‬198 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks located?

Located in Melrose on the Beach, this villa is steps away from Daufuskie Island Beach and Calibogue Sound. Tybee Roads is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Apr 21, 2025

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Great spot!

We enjoyed a four day stay at this ocean front spot. The owners were incredibly responsive and accommodating. The location is great, and the house was spotless with great amenities. Will definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaley L.

Mar 27, 2025

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Daufuskie getaway

Super clean place, best location of Dafuskie, dog & kid friendly!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Feb 28, 2025

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Exceptional

Wonderful cottage steps to pristine beaches. Cottage seemed brand new with every possible amenity. We had a wonderful time!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lil E.

Sep 2, 2024

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Fantastic trip to Daufuskie!

Captains Choice was perfect! Not only was the condo spacious and equipped perfectly, the setting was ideal to enjoy the ocean view. We would stay there again…in fact we’re planning another visit right now! Thank you, Terri, for sharing your beautiful condo!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Jul 29, 2024

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Lovely and relaxing

Our stay at the Captin’s Choice was perfect! Host was very responsive and gave us a great tips with the logistics of getting there as well as be accommodating with everything we might need during our stay. The place was clean and updated as well as spacious enough for our family. Thanks so much Terri! We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole M.

Jul 18, 2024

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Trip to Melrose

House was beautiful and just a short walk to the beach. Property manager was very accommodating and helpful. All 5 stars from me!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

Jul 13, 2024

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Best trip ever!!!

We absolutely loved our week at Daufuskie!! The Captain’s Choice was perfect for our family. The moment that you enter through the wonderful porch and see the ocean…”I could stay here forever!” The decor is so beautiful, and the villa is very well equipped..from the kitchen..to the beach chairs and toys!! Everything is extremely clean, with many special touches. The communication prior to our visit was immediate and so thoughtful in every aspect of our trip planning. We also enjoyed the Melrose Pool…but the beach is perfect for young children too!! Don’t hesitate to plan your trip…and Captain’s Choice will be your trip ever!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim a.

Jul 7, 2024

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Paradise island

We had a wonderful time on Daufuskie! And The Captains Choice was a little piece of heaven! It was very clean, great location, wonderful view. Love Love Love the tall ceilings, spacious front porch, large rooms and large bathrooms. We had everything we needed with beach chairs and towels! Wonderful place to call home for a short period of time. We didn’t want to leave!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Jun 7, 2024

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Daufuskie get away

Lovely comfortable villa with a beautiful ocean view.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie P.

May 21, 2024

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Truly the best!

This place is probably the most beautiful and clean VRBO we have ever stayed in. Spotlessly clean! Decorated beautifully, comfortable furniture with everything you could possibly need! The porch was huge and well furnished, a spot for everyone with a fantastic view of the ocean. When it was too dark to see the ocean, you can hear it and feel the ocean breeze. I highly recommend anyone going to Daufuskie, to stay here. Thank you, Terri!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

Apr 17, 2024

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Loved this Villa!

Everything about this villa was amazing. This was the cleanest property we have ever stayed in. It smelled fresh and clean the moment we walked in. Everything was decorated beautifully. We had everything we needed for our stay. It was just as described. The host even went above and beyond to leave out a pack and play for our infant to sleep in since we were trying to minimize the amount of luggage we could take on the boat. We would definitely use them again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURA C.

Apr 12, 2024

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Perfect holiday

The Captain’s Choice was the perfect setting for a vacation with our multigenerational group. The home was immaculate, quite spacious and included every amenity one could possibly need. It was a home away from home. The close proximity to the beach was the icing on the cake! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudette K.

Dec 8, 2023

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Relaxing Family Vacation

Beautiful Villa with an Amazing view and great location. Perfect for our family and we had the best time. We honestly could not have asked for anything more. Teri was so very helpful and responsive. Super clean, spacious and most of all relaxing. Daufuskie is a special place and we are thankful for the memories.

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

Nov 1, 2023

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Captain’s Choice Never Disappoints

We had another great stay at the Captain’s Choice! (Our fourth!) The house is very well appointed and is more than accommodating for me and my husband. The screen porch is to die for and we spend lots of time there. The fact that this home includes a golf cart is priceless and it’s always full of gas and waiting for us. We’ll definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Oct 23, 2023

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Daufuskie is a dream with a hiccup on each end. :)

Getting there and getting to the cabin were the biggest challenges of the week, but once there we were absolutely enchanted by the quiet pace and crowd free environs. Our host was very responsive and easy to work with. The home itself, especially with the big front porch looking out at the ocean, just knocked our socks off. My 12 year old insisted on sleeping out on the "summer porch" as his grandmother called it. We'll be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Oct 5, 2023

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Peaceful, Easy Feeling at The Captain's Choice

We recently finished our second stay this year at The Captain's Choice, and it was just as wonderful as the first. You cannot beat the view from this spacious and cheerful villa. If we weren't throwing tennis balls to our dog on the beach, or tooling around in the included golf cart, we were relaxing on the enormous screened porch. The Captain's Choice is as peaceful and beautiful as the island itself, and we hope to return next year. By the way, I haven't found a nicer host!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Sep 19, 2023

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I love Daufuskie Island!

Great experience at The Captains Choice! The property was clean and very private. Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madi S.

Sep 10, 2023

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I never want to leave

I’m honestly scared to leave this review bc I don’t want people to discover this absolutely GEM and I don’t want Defauskie tainted by more people. But nevertheless- credit is certainly due here. 1- EXCEPTIONAL Vrbo property manager. Terri is FANTASTIC. I found the welcome packet super helpful as well as a map of the island. 2- the owners thought of literally everything. Anything you can imagine meeting, it was certainly there. It made our stay so easy and so pleasant. Now let’s get to the good stuff. The island is special. It’s mystical and enchanting and it just sucks you in and I honestly wish I didn’t have to leave. The beach? MAGICAL! We were the only family on the entire beach. I had a straight up spiritual moment one morning, walking on the beach that I will never forget. The people of the Islander so friendly, and they love to talk about the history and everything to do with it. Once you get over, the fact that there is no major restaurant or grocery store, you can learn to live there!! Highly recommend reading the welcome packet and taking the tips that they give you! Grab as many groceries as possible before leaving Hilton had to take on the ferry! By the way, absolutely recommend sitting on the top of the ferry so you can watch the dolphins on your ride over. My teenage son asked when are we coming back. I think that speaks VOLUMES! Thank youuuyy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Aug 15, 2023

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Wonderful stay

We just discovered this island, and we’re so excited we did. The place is a hidden gem. The house was all we could wish for. Very clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for our stay. Huge screened in porch with views of the ocean. Beach towels, chairs etc are provided. We will definitely come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Aug 11, 2023

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Family Get Away

This villa was perfect for our family of 6. The beds and linens were very comfortable. The 2 bathrooms were very roomy and great for our group. Plenty of room to hang out together or spread out and relax alone. The walk to the beach was short and easy, if our group split up and the golf cart wasn’t available. WiFi worked great. If you’re planning on being on the island on a Sunday, bring enough food to cook for all of your meals because Most food places will be closed. This was a wonderful place to kick back and relax!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Aug 3, 2023

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Perfect location

Perfect accommodations. Probably the nicest vrbo we have ever stayed in. It’s not on the beach but it has a perfect view of the beach and just a short walk across the street to the beach. Very nicely decorated and spacious feel. Beds were comfy. Lovely front porch. Very clean. Good selection of cookware and games and puzzles. Only one restaurant open for dinner on the island so we cooked ourselves a few nights.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

gretchen B., Charlottesville, va

Jul 28, 2023

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Beautiful and Comfortable!

Great house with a wonderful location. Very comfortable and cozy living room and beds. Great screened-in porch. Very nice kitchen. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nagelia S., Lexington, SC

Jul 24, 2023

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Loved this Ocean View Villa!

Beautiful home footsteps away from the beach. The owners were very kind and always responsive to all our questions and we didn’t have many bc they had a binder full of information to reference. The home was clean and bright. The beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed. The beach supplies were also well stocked. This was a great first impression to staying on Defuskie Is. I would highly recommend staying here at this home. Golf cart was also a great addition to booking with this home bc it was already included. We hope to return soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Jul 8, 2023

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Sunrise special

Sneaking over at sunrise to a beach just steps away is the most special part! Best condo on the island

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

Jun 14, 2023

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Lovely spot to unwind

We really enjoyed our stay! Yeah place was extremely clean and well put together. The decor was adorable and we felt right at home. The porch is amazing! It’s fully screen and plenty of seating, both casual and dining. Loved the outdoor games as well. The 6 Person golf cart was ideal and we thoroughly enjoy driving right around the island. The only negative I would say it’s not about the place, but just the island in general as far as logistics go. It was a great deal of time and expense to get to and from the island. It’s understandable that the ferry was $60 but to have a shuttle cost $30 each way per person when it’s only a 10 minute ride was seemed unreasonable. If I were ever going to death whiskey, Island again, I would definitely stay at this place without question!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023