[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat Vacation home in Daufuskie Island with kitchen and fireplace ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34337100/34337063/6128ea51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34337100/34337063/ed6b237c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34337100/34337063/a3ff6f7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34337100/34337063/cae90930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34337100/34337063/c301518b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a picturesque location, Oak Breeze Cottage offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere with breathtaking views of the ocean and marsh. This charming 3bdr/2bth coastal retreat features a beautifully landscaped yard, spacious living area, fully equipped kitchen, expansive outdoor entertainment space with deck overlooking the ocean and marsh. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Beach view - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat Summary: Welcome to Oak Breeze Cottage! \- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms \- Spacious living area with open-concept design \- Fully equipped kitchen for culinary delights \- Expansive outdoor deck with ocean and marsh views \- Pet-friendly atmosphere for furry friends \- Beautifully landscaped yard with coastal charm \- Perfect blend of comfort, relaxation, and entertainment The Space: Welcome to Oak Breeze Cottage, a stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom coastal retreat located on Daufuskie Island. This property is designed to provide a perfect blend of comfort, relaxation, and entertainment. With breathtaking views of both the ocean and marsh, it creates a serene atmosphere for your getaway. As you approach the cottage, you'll be welcomed by a beautifully landscaped yard filled with vibrant flowers and lush greenery. The exterior features classic coastal charm with white-washed walls, charming, shuttered windows, and a quaint front porch perfect for enjoying the gentle ocean breeze. Comfortable Accommodation: \- 3 spacious bedrooms \- Master bedroom with a plush king-sized bed \- Two additional bedrooms each with 2 cozy queen-sized beds \- Soft linens and tasteful decor \- Ample storage space for your belongings Interior Feeling: \- Open-concept design connecting the living room, dining area, and kitchen \- Tastefully decorated living area for family gatherings \- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances \- Large dining table for meals and entertaining Outdoor Bliss: \- Custom-built multiple-level back deck \- Grill, dining area, and lounging spaces \- Expansive outdoor entertainment area overlooking the ocean and marsh \- Ideal for barbecues, sunbathing, or enjoying time with loved ones Delightful Dining: \- Fully equipped kitchen for culinary delights \- Adjacent dining area perfect for hosting dinner parties \- Warm and inviting atmosphere for enjoying meals together Professional Cleaning: \- Meticulously maintained and cleaned for your comfort \- Ensures a welcoming and hygienic environment for your stay This charming cottage is pet-friendly, allowing your furry friends to join in on the vacation fun. With plenty of space to roam and explore, they will feel right at home in this coastal paradise. In summary, Oak Breeze Cottage offers a delightful combination of comfort, style, and entertainment. Its breathtaking views, spacious outdoor entertainment area, and pet-friendly atmosphere make it the perfect place to create lasting memories with loved ones. So, pack your bags, bring your pets, and get ready to experience the ultimate coastal getaway. Guest Access: A secluded ocean beach is steps away from your cottage, and many of our visitors especially enjoying visiting during nesting season of the endangered Loggerhead Turtles. With both ocean and marsh views, your cottage offers the best of both worlds and provides a private setting perfect for a family vacation, a reunion of good friends, or a special event. Our island is also great for bikes and old-fashioned walking. When you rent this cottage, you will find a true island sanctuary located on a low-country coastal island known for its abundant wildlife, pristine beaches, friendly people, and rich cultural history. The Neighborhood: The wildlife is abundant and breathtaking. The resort is the home of a Great White Egret rookery, where you will see hundreds of these graceful birds settle in for the night. A nest of American Bald Eagles can be found behind the inn, and now and then vigilant visitors can actually catch sight of a Loggerhead Turtle coming ashore to lay hundreds of eggs in the soft sand. Getting Around: This is a bridge-less island and you will need to book a passenger only ferry and ground transportation from the dock to rental and rent a golf cart to explore the island. Contact your DRG Property Manager for golf cart rentals and receive a discount on your cart reservation 843-441-8585. Other Things to Note: PET POLICY: Well-behaved canine family members are welcome, but must be adult dogs, housetrained, must stay off of furniture, not be incessant barkers, and must be friendly towards humans and other dogs. Upon departure, the vacation home should look as though no pet had been in it, including removal of pet hair. There is a pet fee of $125 for one dog, and $175 for two dogs. In addition, the property manager must approve all pet requests. Your dog must be over one year old, not be aggressive towards people or other pets, be house trained, will not get up on the furniture, and is ok with being left alone when you are away from the cottage (e.g., no incessant barking or destructive behavior). We also ask that you be a responsible pet owner when the dog is outside, that there will be no signs that your pet was in the property when you depart, and that you will be responsible for any damage and/or extra cleaning caused by your dog. Interaction with Guests: Concerned about the logistics of coming to a bridge-less island? No need to worry! Guests receive information and assistance from the DRG team, all of whom live on the island and who are available 24/7 for any problems. Team members strive to create a stress-free and enjoyable adventure for their visitors, and to ensure that their Daufuskie experience creates lasting and once-in-a-lifetime memories. Daufuskie Rental Group is not responsible for the availability (or lack thereof) of any amenity beyond our control, such as the restaurants, museum, etc. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Deck - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Bicycles - Optional golf privileges - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54070000/54068100/54068058/3068f913.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant Oceanview Cottage on Daufuskie Island Melrose on the Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=54068058&PinnedHotelID=54068058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29634300/29634280/w1199h799x0y0-bded9476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Ocean View House for Families Melrose on the Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=29634280&PinnedHotelID=29634280&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994500/18994463/5d87fedb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Daufuskie Island Beachfront 2 Bedroom Cottage- POOL INCLUDED Melrose on the Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 190 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=18994463&PinnedHotelID=18994463&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66220000/66213300/66213280/920177e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minutes from the beach, with indoor hot tub Daufuskie Island - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=66213280&PinnedHotelID=66213280&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64660000/64651600/64651513/6915012e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sassafrass Cottage with Ocean Views Melrose on the Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=64651513&PinnedHotelID=64651513&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102612400/102612369/9e7d593b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River Bluff Retreat with Private Dock Daufuskie Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=102612369&PinnedHotelID=102612369&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36174800/36174705/4696a79c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Incredible Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 66fd8e27410dd800121db08f 3BR Premier Cottage 6 Person Cart New Lounging/dining Deck Pool 3BR Daufuskie Cottage w Great Deck! Cart Free Pool! See video! 3BR Premier 6 Person Cart New Lounging/dining Deck Pool ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Melrose on the Beach, a neighborhood in Daufuskie Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coligny Beach and Tybee Island Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Van Der Meer Tennis Academy or Van Der Meer Tennis Center. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with horse riding. [Visit our Daufuskie Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Daufuskie-Island.dx6300973) [View more Vacation homes in Daufuskie Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Daufuskie-Island-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6300973-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.11598%2C-80.84632&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z-63V0aFsvklxcceKyIS5nRgl7A=) Daufuskie Island, SC ### What's nearby - Daufuskie Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 km ### Restaurants - ‪The Crazy Crab - ‬198 min drive - ‪Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - ‬196 min drive - ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬204 min drive - ‪The Quarterdeck - ‬198 min drive - ‪Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - ‬198 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat located? > Located in Melrose on the Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Calibogue Sound, Tybee Roads, and Daufuskie Island Beach. Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation Museum and Silver Dew Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oak Breeze Cottage - Pet Friendly Retreat Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 49 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Addison S. Aug 1, 2015 #### Very Nice Property This cottage was clean and nicely appointed. It was a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Access to the Bloody Point Water Taxi, Melrose on the Beach Club and 6 person golf cart made a big difference in our stay. The property manager (Deb) was awesome. We totally enjoyed the Daufuskie Island experience, this cottage and will be back. ##### Addison S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne T. Aug 29, 2016 #### The cottage was perfect for our 8 family members plus one furry member. We had a great time exploring Daufuskie Island. We really enjoyed the restaurant on the property. The food was delicious. We spent the mornings on the beach and the afternoons at the pool. You are pampered and spoiled at the pool. Deborah was wonderful. She went over and above to make us comfortable and to make our stay more enjoyable. We are looking forward to coming back! ##### Suzanne T. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### wanda m. May 17, 2014 #### Worth the effort Cottage is exactly as described. Everyone was comfortable. The cottage is a short walk to the Melrose Pool and Restaurant and also the beach. A short golf cart ride will take you to Bloody Point and Marshside Mamas. We ate breakfasts and some lunches in, but went out for all of our dinners. Requires some planning since there is no grocery store on the Island. Want to relax? This is your place! ##### wanda m. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica H., Rogers, Arkansas Jul 2, 2014 #### Very nice My family and I stayed 5 nights and loved every minute of it. The momement I walked in I felt right at home. Very cozy and tastefully decorated. We ecspecially loved the sunroom, that's were we had our coffe every morning. The kitchen was well equipped, which was nice since we cooked almost everyday. The only complaint I have is all the mattresses need to be replaced. My poor husband played musical beds the whole vacation and even tried sleeping on the couch one night. ##### Jessica H. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbie W. May 26, 2016 #### Perfect Family Vacation! Our family; my husband and I, our children and grandchildren plus 3 grandpups very much enjoyed our time on Daufuskie. We rented the Daufuskie Cottage and the Bliss Cottage. We couldn't have been happier with both cottages. Deborah Smith and staff were so welcoming and accommodating! Upon our arrival to the cottages everything was clean and beautiful! Deborah even supplied us with a high chair and pack n play. She went out of her to make sure we had everything we needed. We had all ages, a baby, toddlers, elementary school age, teenagers, young adults, middle agers and grandparents! Hands down everyone was comfortable. When it came time to leave no one wanted to! There is something magical about Daufuskie - the beauty of the island, the carefree bohemian attitudes - all so hard to leave! We loved the beaches, wildlife, the fun out of the way trips to little galleries, the music and laughter and games at Freeport Marina........ Daufuskie ! what's not to love! Now our problem is to figure out when we get to go back ##### Barbie W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie M., Atlanta May 30, 2015 #### WONDERFUL Daufuskie cottage! This was my fourth trip to Daufuskie, and my second time renting from the Daufuskie Rental Group, and I have to say, this unit was the best one yet! All three bedrooms are a nice size, well appointed, beautiful kitchen, peaceful screened in back porch, and the best golf cart on the island! When I dropped my husband off at Melrose for his third round of golf, one of the other golfers commented, "Nice stretch limo!" And they were not kidding! This 6 seater golf cart is off the chain! It's quick, turns on a dime and oh so comfortable! Our whole family loved riding in the gem cart! Deborah, our property manager, was so helpful and answered every question I had no matter how small or silly (mostly because I didn't thoroughly read the material she had already sent me earlier). We rented 4 bikes during this stay for the first time, and LOVED having bikes. LOVED the bikes, I highly recommend enjoying Melrose and Daufuskie by bike! We biked to Marshside Mama's one night for dinner, but were not thinking when we had to bike home in the dark (thank goodness for the flashlight app on our phones)! Not our smartest moment. We loved the beach, the pool, the golf course, the horses, everything! Melrose beach club put on a low country boil for Memorial weekend that was wonderful! They had live music on Saturday and Sunday too! One evening we had Ernestine make her special crab for our dinner, and it was the highlight of our trip. The whole family LOVED everything Ernestine made for us! Our two labs LOVED playing on the beach in the mornings and late evenings. They enjoyed long walks in the trees, and just enjoyed being on vacation with us! It's so rare to find a pet friendly vacation place, and this place tick's all our boxes! Overall, it was probably our best Daufuskie trip yet, and we introduced some new family members to Daufuskie, and I think they caught the Daufuskie bug! They're hooked like us! :) ##### Stefanie M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wanda B. Sep 28, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Daufuskie was beautiful and peaceful. This is a great get away if you just want to relax and caught. The only bad experience with this property was the owner controlled the AC. It was too warm at night. For sports on TV you had to have a personal password. ##### Wanda B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheree A. Sep 17, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Get Away in Lockdown We really needed a getaway after months of lockdown, but also wanted to be super safe. This gem on Daufuskie Island was perfect! Deb, the manager was very attentive to our every need, even bringing us fresh baked bread. I was a little nervous about access to groceries, but the system of ordering from the Bluffton was easy, and a wonderful local chef named Ernestine will whip up tasty low country feasts! It really is a magical place, no crowds, a pristine beach, a quiet pool, and the perfect spot for some r&r. ##### Sheree A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael K., Dalton, OH Aug 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Never disappoints In general, Daufuskie is hands down the place to go for rest and relaxation. Not only was it the perfect place to escape the craziness currently, but offers beauty and serenity like no other place. The house was everything we needed (and more)! Clean, thoughtfully decorated and Deborah was fantastic to work with! Highly recommend. ##### Rachael K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon B. Aug 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Family Time Great property and responsive management. We loved the size (plenty of space for our family of 4). Nice amenities including plenty of beach chairs, glassware and cookware. Kids loved roku tv. Not on the beachfront but very very close and easy access. Having Melrose pool was also nice. We would highly recommend and would definitely return. ##### Shannon B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa R. Jul 13, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique, lovely vacation. Deborah was quick to respond to every question and request before and during our stay. I’ve never had a more helpful person to deal with. Our house was perfect for our family of 7 and we had a fabulous time exploring this beautiful and unique island. Would love to return. ##### Lisa R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lora F. Jul 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing family get away We were looking for a safe place to visit during Covid with fewer people and we found the perfect place. The Melrose Beach had plenty of room to social distance and our dog was able to join us - her first trip to the ocean! This won't be our last trip to Daufuskie Island and we are already planning our next visit. Knowing now how the ferry ride and shuttle to the house work, it will be even more relaxing. We packed all our food for the week and all was easily and efficiently transported. Deborah and her team were so patient with questions before our arrival and so hospitable to us while we were there. Some of our outings included golf cart rides, horseback riding, kayak tour, paddle boarding and shopping with the local artists. While the Melrose Club being close by and abandoned is a bit different, the slow pace and lack of crowds makes Melrose Beach and Daufuskie Island a very special place. ##### Lora F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Excellent house and location!! ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joheida F. Aug 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family vacation. We enjoyed our stay so much. Long days at the beach, but could go back to the house easily for whatever we needed. Great for our kids, we rented bikes and they were off to explore. Definitely wasn't ready to leave. ##### Joheida F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly P., Georgetown, SC Jul 27, 2019 #### Wonderful! Next time we'll stay longer! This was our family's first experience with vrbo, and our first trip to Daufuskie Island. We couldn't not have been any more pleased! The cottage was perfect - charming beach decor, clean, exactly as described! The location was great - plenty of privacy and quiet, close to the beach, close to Melrose pool, and easy to navigate from on the golf cart. (We heavily depended on the map the first day!) Everyone enjoyed the screened porch and hammock in the backyard. It was a fun, relaxing place for all our meals (We ate out twice - Crab Co. & Lucy Bell's - both yummy), and evening reading (A great selection of books in the cottage.) The last day, we discovered an armadillo in the backyard. (Don't wait til the last day to explore the back yard like we did.) Deborah was a perfect host. She was available and so helpful - before and during our visit. Since it was our first trip to Daufuskie, I had lots of questions and appreciated all her answers and tips. Daufuskie is a wonderful, but unique place, so be sure to do your "homework." The other reviews here also have good info. We tried to pack lightly and it was good to know there was a fully equipped kitchen stocked with some basics; & beach toys, etc. We spent a lot of time on the beach- relaxing, walking, playing, & even watched the sun rise one morning. The beach was lovely, and you have so much room to yourself. It wasn't really conducive for swimming (super oozy sand at low tide, and this season has plenty of jelly fish) but we were all happy finding other things to do on the beach. We had planned to visit the Melrose pool on our last day, but then learned that it was closed on Wednesdays. We explored most of the island - briefly at some of the points of interest. We loved learning the island's history and enjoyed the unique artisans' wares (the indigo fabrics was my favorite) - all of which I plan to revisit and spend more time in a future stay at Daufuskie. I would definitely recommend this vacation if you want a casual, relaxing spot. Daufuskie Island combined with this cottage and Deborah's help was the best getaway trip for our family. It's a unique atmosphere - and when we returned home, I was still waving at everyone! ##### Beverly P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kent G. Jul 1, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really liked this property! We visited Daufuskie with some family and friends. Though spread across several houses, this house was our favorite. Three bedrooms not easy to find. Dog friendly was helpful. The kitchen was very well appointed (better than most). The back porch is very large / accommodating - we grilled several nights though we didn't spend a lot of time in the back (except where screened in) because of bugs (backs up to some woods/marsh). The property manager Deb was extremely helpful! Everything worked very well - so we had no issues / but Deb was very available and helpful with our few random questions/requests. I would definitely come back and hope to do so soon. I almost hesitate to provide this review for fear of others discovering and the property being booked next time :) ##### Kent G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet B., Fredericksburg, Va Jun 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax on Island Time This is the third time we have been to the island and the third time we have stayed at this house. Home is very comfortable and has everything you need for an enjoyable vacation. Deborah and Karen, DRG, are very helpful and accommodating. If you want to get away and just relax this is the place to go! See you next year! ##### Janet B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 17, 2019 #### A wonderful and relaxing place. The home and the island were perfect. If your looking to get away from it all on a quiet beach, it doesn't get better than this. The home is comfortable and well appointed. Deborah is a great host and manager. This is the second year we have rented a house from Deborah and will be back again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca W. Jun 6, 2019 #### Absolutely loved it!! We had a great time staying at the beach cottage on Daufuskie island! The cottage was well equipped with everything that we needed! Deborah was extremely helpful and always available to answer any questions that I had. I would definitely stay at this cottage again! ##### Rebecca W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gay M., Augusta, GA May 14, 2019 #### Annual Ladies Beach Trip This is our second trip to Daufuskie, and will not be our last! We love this little island and all of its charm. The cottage is well laid out and has everything you could possibly need. Furnishings and bedding are all very comfortable. We will definitely be back! ##### Gay M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason T. Oct 23, 2018 #### Wonderful Cottage, Great Location, Terrific Trip What a unique and fantastic place for a vacation. We loved Daufuskie, and could not have had a better place to stay than this cottage. We arranged for an early arrival and check-in, and Deborah communicated well with us before arrival, and met us at the cottage upon our arrival. She took the right amount of time to review everything we needed to know, before leaving us to enjoy our stay on the island. We had a couple of small questions during our stay, and a text message to Deborah was always met with a quick response, and useful information. Daufuskie is not for everyone, but our family enjoyed the quiet, the relatively uninhabited beaches, and the freedom to explore. The golf cart that came with this rental was also perfect, and we racked up some good miles as we explored nearly everywhere. Do your homework before deciding to go to Daufuskie, as it is not a resort island, nor does it have a lot of amenities. It is beautiful, quiet, peaceful, and a terrific place if you enjoy exploring and experiencing something different than your typical vacation destination. We couldn’t have asked for a better getaway. Thank you! ##### Jason T. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B., Spartanburg, SC Sep 24, 2018 #### The Daufuskie Cottage and Daufuskie Island were fabulous ! Our house was very roomy and decorated with a lot of local art from the island! Any issues that you have is always taken care of by Deborah. Great family vacation!! ##### James B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew T. Aug 10, 2018 #### Daufuskie was unique and charming We fell in love with Daufuskie. It was not love at first sight, but we quickly fell for it. First I'll say a bit about Deborah and her team. Deborah was out of town the week we rented so we did not meet her in person though she was very helpful beforehand. Our interactions were with Karen and she had a truly positive impact on our stay. Karen went out of her way on multiple occasions to assist us with various things. Rarely, if ever, have I had a property manager show the sort of kindness and service oriented attitude that Karen did. I would rent from Deborah and Karen again in a heartbeat! The house itself was really great four our family of 6. The furnishings surpassed what we expected. I was not too excited about it being a duplex but you know what, you couldn't even tell. I think we saw the guests on the other side 2 times in an entire week. The way the house is shaped your porches have totally privacy from one another. Speaking of the porch, that back porch was incredible. It's screened in with a comfy couch and ceiling fans. We fell asleep so many nights on that couch reading and listening to the insects chirping, so peaceful! The extended deck was also great and we enjoyed grilling out on the gas grill several nights. The kitchen was great and well stocked, the bedrooms and bathrooms were all great as well. There were ample beach toys, umbrella, chairs, etc. We never felt like we needed anything else. Lastly, Daufuskie itself was really peaceful. The beaches were mostly empty and it was so quiet without any background noise from cars or roads. If you're looking for lots of fun things to do, Daufuskie is not for you. If you want to actually relax and have nothing to do except long walks, golf cart rides, naps, board games with the family, etc. then Daufuskie is perfect! If you're a runner, Daufuskie has some great running options, we also did some paddle boarding out to the disappearing sand bar Island and over to Hilton Head as well. You can find a few adventurous things but it's mostly relaxing. The neighborhood this house is located in, Melrose, has some abandoned buildings but also signs of work being done. When we were there in late July it looked like they were about a week away from reopening the pool and a restaurant at the beach club. That would be a really nice option to have and it's about a 3 min walk away. Overall this house was wonderful, I highly recommend it! ##### Matthew T. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn S., Media, PA Aug 5, 2018 #### Most relaxing vacation ever! Cottage was beautiful. Great deck and screened in back porch. Deborah and Karen were wonderful to deal with and made our first time on Daufuskie very comfortable. We will be back! ##### Glenn S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti P. Jul 27, 2018 #### Great Getaway! We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation and would recommend this property to everyone! ##### Patti P. 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