Title: The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91788500/91788437/d18a076c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91788500/91788437/3045fdeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91788500/91788437/7cfb9163.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91788500/91788437/e64bd27b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91790000/91788500/91788437/cb0a73ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the Lowcountry charm of May - Wilson Village's Premier Rental on Boathouse Row overlooking the May River. Enjoy panoramic views from the third-floor porch, and take advantage of optional access to nearby pools, fitness centers, and restaurants like Canoe Club & Cole's. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Fireplace - Gym - Kitchen ## 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. ### The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! The Garden Gates – Iconic Boathouse Row Penthouse with Breathtaking May River Views Wake up to sunrise over the May River at The Garden Gates, Wilson Village's premier luxury rental perched on iconic Boathouse Row. With panoramic water views from every level, multiple porches and patios, and walkable access to Palmetto Bluff's top dining, shops, and adventures—this home offers one of the most coveted vacation settings in the Lowcountry. Whether you're sipping coffee on the third-floor sunrise porch, enjoying a private chef dinner overlooking the river, or gathering around the firepit beneath the stars, The Garden Gates delivers unforgettable experiences for families, couples, and groups alike. Luxury Layout & Outdoor Living – Sleeps 12 • 5 spacious bedrooms in the main house, including multiple KING suites, each with ensuite baths • Private guest cottage with KING loft bedroom, office/workspace, living room & full bath—perfect for extra privacy or a remote work retreat • 3 stories of riverfront porches and patios, each offering unmatched views of the May River • Elevator access to upper levels for added convenience Elevated Design & Entertaining Spaces • Open-concept main living area on the second floor with chef's kitchen, formal dining for 8, fireplace, and cozy lounge areas • High-end Wolf appliances, oversized kitchen island, and elegant finishes throughout • Screened-in dining gazebo, expansive firepit patio, and brick courtyard—an entertainer's dream • Stunning third-floor primary suite with soaking tub and private waterfront balcony Unbeatable Wilson Village Location Boathouse Row is the most picturesque and walkable setting in Palmetto Bluff. From your doorstep, you're just steps to: • Buffalos, MELT, River House, and the beautiful May River Chapel • Boat dock for water excursions, kayaking, paddleboarding, or fishing • Golf cart or bike ride to the Montage Inn, Octagon restaurant, RT's Market, and May River Golf Course • Quick access to Canoe Club, Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club, and scenic trails Despite being in the heart of the action, The Garden Gates is a private sanctuary, where river breezes and sunrise light create an atmosphere of relaxation and escape. Why Guests Love The Garden Gates • One of Palmetto Bluff's most exclusive Boathouse Row rentals – now available to book • Incredible outdoor space: 3 levels of porches, courtyard, screened gazebo & firepit • Ideal for multi-generational getaways, family gatherings, or group retreats • Remote-friendly with multiple workspaces and fast Wi-Fi • Designer furnishings + luxury linens + chef's kitchen = elevated comfort Perfect For: • Families or groups seeking spectacular water views & outdoor living • Guests wanting proximity to Wilson Village dining, shopping & activities • Couples looking for privacy within a larger group setting • Travelers needing work-from-home capabilities in a luxury environment Modern Amenities • High-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs throughout • Full-size washer/dryer • Central A/C & heating • Luxury linens, towels, hair dryers & starter amenities • Golf cart-friendly community WHAT'S INCLUDED IF I RESERVE YOUR HOME? MORE THAN YOU'D EXPECT! When you book your stay, you'll enjoy access to many exclusive Palmetto Bluff Club amenities! \*\*\*Only exception is the Blackout Dates for Memorial Day Weekend & July Fourth Weekend!! These blackouts dates are controlled by the Palmetto Bluff Club and are subject to change at their discretion. Club Access & Resort Registration • A $30 daily resort fee registers you with the Palmetto Bluff Club (registration opens 30 days before arrival). Fee collected at the time of booking. • Once registered, you'll receive an access card packet upon arrival (at front gate). • Use of club pools is $25 per person, per day (children 5 and under are free). Only pay for days when you use the facilities. One fee covers use at multiple pools being used in same day. Payment is taken by Pool Attendant at the time you enter pool. Included Club Amenities Canoe Club Pool: Baby pool, kids' pool, and large family pool Moreland Pool: Family pool + adults-only junior Olympic lap pool Two Fitness Centers: Canoe Club & Moreland Dining Reservations: Canoe Club & Cole's (based on availability)….speak with our team for a full list!! Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club: Pickleball, tennis, bocce, and croquet. Check-In at Pro-Shop before playing & pay required fees. Our team can secure your court time prior to your arrival. Golf Access…..Our team will secure your desired tee-times. Check with our team for details. May River Golf Course (book 30 days in advance) Crossroads 9-Hole Course (book 15 days in advance) Guest & Concierge Services Available • Our Guest Services Team is here to support you with everything from booking inquiries and home-specific details to access information and any troubleshooting that may arise during your stay. • Looking to elevate your experience? Our Concierge Team is ready to curate a stay you'll remember for years to come. Whether you'd like the fridge stocked before arrival, golf cart and/or bikes waiting, dinner reservations secured, or even a private chef or mixologist — we've got you covered. Let us take care of the details so you can focus on relaxing and making memories. Our team can handle just about any request to help you elevate your stay!! Make the most of your trip with our premium, personalized services: Custom Trip Planning (start to finish) Golf Cart and/or Bike Rentals Dinner, tee time, and excursion reservations Private chef services In-home spa treatments Water taxis to Savannah or Hilton Head Pre-arrival grocery stocking Daily or mid-stay housekeeping Airport transfers Babysitting services Baby gear rentals (cribs, highchairs, Burleys, etc.) Specialty concierge packages (S'mores Kits, charcuterie boards, holiday kits, and more) Good to Know • Minimum rental age is 25 • Optional trip insurance is available through Rental Guardian—we recommend it, especially during hurricane season (June–November) • Check-In 3:00 p.m. / Check-Out 10:00 a.m. • 50% of Total Balance Due at Booking; Final Balance Due 30 Days Prior to Arrival • If you are Booking within 30 days of your arrival, 100% is due at the time of Booking • Family-friendly (No parties or events allowed) • No smoking and NO Pets Optional Fees • Early Check-in $75/hour / Late Check-out $75/hour (subject to availability) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50880000/50879300/50879255/bdd3a46e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEST of what Wilson Village has to offer Palmetto Bluff - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=50879255&PinnedHotelID=50879255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100420000/100415100/100415056/2aef0b89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AUTHENTIC SOUTHERN COTTAGE Palmetto Bluff - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 101 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=100415056&PinnedHotelID=100415056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/103000000/102994800/102994705/97ffdb70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST'S 'Excellence in Design' 6-Bed Home - Golf, Pool, River Views, Pizza Oven Palmetto Bluff - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=102994705&PinnedHotelID=102994705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/103000000/102995200/102995167/2a40cc6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marshside Retreat - Private pool, breathtaking 6 BD in Moreland! 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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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 596316 ## About the area Located on a river, this holiday home is in Palmetto Bluff, a neighbourhood in Bluffton. May River Theater and Coastal Discovery Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Farmers Market of Bluffton and Tanger Outlets Hilton Head. Station 300 and Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. [Visit our Bluffton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bluffton.dx602237) [View more Holiday homes in Bluffton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bluffton-Private-Holiday-Homes.d602237-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C32.20937%2C-80.88095&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LnKFTOaROsndwXvRqD8cBQCAZg8=) Bluffton, SC ### What's nearby - May River Golf Club at Palmetto Bluff - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Tanger Outlets Hilton Head - 33 min drive - 14.8 miles - Hilton Head National Golf Club - 36 min drive - 16.0 miles - Coligny Beach - 59 min drive - 29.3 miles - Harbour Town Lighthouse - 60 min drive - 30.2 miles ### Getting around - Savannah Amtrak Station - 38 min drive - Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 45 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Nectar Farm Kitchen Old Town - ‬37 min drive - ‪Cahill's Market - ‬33 min drive - ‪Agave - ‬36 min drive - ‪Pomodori Too! - ‬35 min drive - ‪Captain Woodys - ‬36 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Garden Gates - May River Front Views!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Garden Gates - May River Front Views!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! located? > Located in Palmetto Bluff, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from May River Golf Club at Palmetto Bluff and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pinecrest Golf Club and Farmers Market of Bluffton. Heyward House Historic Center and May River Theater are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Garden Gates - May River Front Views! Reviews 10 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C W. 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best View and Location We enjoyed our Easter vacation with the family. There was 11 of us. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We enjoyed waking up to the beautiful view of the May River. The location was great. Walking and biking distance to everything. Highly recommend and will stay here again. ##### Susan C W. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kye M. 18 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! This worked out amazing for our leadership team. There was a building on property for meetings, a firepit in the back we enjoyed. Everyone had private room and bathroom. It was perfect! ##### Kye M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025