Located in Wild Dunes, a 1600-acre private resort on the Isle of Palms, 303A Shipwatch offers an oceanfront retreat with unobstructed views from the balcony. Enjoy meals al fresco under shaded areas or whip up culinary delights in the fully-equipped kitchen. Unwind by taking a dip in the community pool after soaking up sun on nearby beaches.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61084 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach
Welcome to 303A Shipwatch, your oceanfront retreat on the Isle of Palms! A mere stroll down a private boardwalk leads you to the sandy shores, ensuring a hassle-free beach experience.
This newly renovated and re-furnished cozy condo offers unobstructed ocean views from the balcony, inviting the sea breeze to dance through. Large windows frame the endless blue, seamlessly blending the outdoors with your comfortable living space. Kick back on plush furnishings while catching up on your favorite shows, or enjoy a hearty meal at the dining table for six.
The fully equipped kitchen, adorned with modern amenities, is perfect for whipping up delicious meals. Additional barstool seating adds a touch of casual elegance to your culinary experience. Prefer dining al fresco? Step outside to the shaded area, creating a perfect spot for meals with a coastal ambiance.
With two beautiful bedrooms, your restful nights are guaranteed. Wake up to the soothing sound of waves and be ready for another day of seaside adventures. Don't forget to take a dip in the community pool, a refreshing retreat after soaking up the sun on the beach.
Wild Dunes is a beautiful 1600-acre private resort at the northern tip of Isle of Palms, just 20 minutes from historic Charleston, South Carolina. Wild Dunes has a beautiful, two-mile beach, wonderful bike paths, and world-class golf. Nearby to fishing/boating harbor, shopping, and many restaurants.
303A Shipwatch – where comfort meets coastal charm. Book your getaway now for a perfect blend of relaxation and oceanfront bliss!
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Just off the coast of Historic Charleston, Isle of Palms offers a stunning six-mile stretch of white, sandy beaches. Spend the day chartering a boat and paddleboarding in the Atlantic, or explore the extensive wildlife within the area's marshes and creeks. Isle of Palms is also the perfect place to decompress, with renowned spas, charming restaurants, and sweeping golf courses. All this and more await you in the jewel of South Carolina's Lowcountry.
*Home Truths:* - You must be 25 years or older to book this home. - Please note that Early Check-In (ECI) and Late Check-Out (LCO) services are not available from May to September. - Guests must supply their own beach/pool towels. - Beach chairs/toys are not included at this property. All reservations between 4-28 nights come with a $250 beach gear credit with VaykGear. Guests will be able to reserve gear after booking. - From May-September, guests will need a pool pass for Shipwatch pool access. (Not needed off-season.) The pools are open year round but are not heated. - Unfortunately, pets and ESAs are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed animals are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet. - Fireplaces are not for guest use. - Golf carts are not allowed at this complex. - Trailers and motorcycles are not allowed inside Wild Dunes. - Guests have access to the Shipwatch pool, and to the cafes and restaurants at Wild Dunes. Any other amenities or recreation at Wild Dunes, including golf, tennis or the spa, must be booked separately. - Please note that due to natural coastal conditions, beach areas may experience periodic erosion that can affect shoreline size and accessibility. During periods of high tide, portions of the beach—or the entire beach—may be temporarily inaccessible. We are not able to guarantee identical beach conditions for future stays, and refunds or relocations will not be available due to these natural changes. - While we do our best to communicate any known work within Wild Dunes or nearby beach projects, many homes are privately owned and we are not always notified of surrounding activity. As a result, we are unable to guarantee a disruption-free environment or offer relocation for any unforeseen construction.
*Parking Details:* - There are 2 parking spaces available. Parking in Shipwatch is first come first serve. - To gain access to Wild Dunes, the guest will need a car pass. Passes will be emailed to the guest before their arrival.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed w/ ensuite Bedroom 2 / King bed w/ ensuite Living Room / Sleeper sofa
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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff.
We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the ocean
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,084 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
About the area
Located in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Sumter and Charleston City Market are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Isle of Palms Beach and Waterfront Park. Patriots Point and South Carolina Aquarium are not to be missed. Visit our Isle of Palms travel guide
Does 303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is 303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Isle of Palms holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Isle of Palms Beach and Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course. Front Beach and Isle of Palms Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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303A Shipwatch by AvantStay | Ocean View, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Our family enjoyed our stay in 303A during the first week in September. The condo was clean, well maintained, and well appointed. The pictures do not do it justice! We would definitely book this one again.
Our stay at Wild Dunes was absolutely wonderful. The condo was located in a great location and was exactly as advertised. Well equipped and very comfortable. Kitchen layout was perfect.
Unsure why, but cookware and dishware needed to be cleaned prior to using. There was food residue on much of the cookware and the dishware had a greasy feel to it. We ran all items we planned to use through the dishwasher on the highest cleaning level prior to and after our use.
We loved how convenient this condo was to both the pool and beach. We have 2 young kids so that was important to us. The view was amazing and the condo had all of the basics that we needed for the week. However, we received warnings for leaving flip flops outside the door for a few minutes, and someone yelled at us for pulling into the parking garage without a pass (we just hadn’t put it on the dash yet, we did so as soon as we parked). These types of communications from the strict HOA made us feel a bit unwelcome. And I sent multiple messages in the week leading up via the app that went unanswered, which was concerning. Overall these were frustrating but wouldn’t prevent us from renting again in the future. Being able to order beach gear to be delivered to the condo was very convenient, too.
Three adults stayed at the condo in October 2023. We enjoyed our stay. The pros were the fabulous ocean view, the location of the condo in IOP, the updated kitchen and washer and dryer. We loved that there are two bedrooms and two baths. The ocean was just a short walk away. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, etc. This would make it easy to cook if you wanted to. There is nothing stocked in the kitchen as far as condiments. No sugar, no salt and pepper, etc. it would be nice to have some condiments provided.
The bed in the guest room was uncomfortable and the pillows provided for both bedrooms were just very flat.
Thankfully the condo was ready at 4:00 and we could get in by then. Having to wait until 6:00 would have been very inconvenient.
Construction was being done near the D building which meant there was constant noise when sitting on the beach. Can’t imagine actually living in the D building with all the noise. Thankfully the noise did not penetrate the A building.
All in all we enjoyed our time at this condo.
We stayed the week of Tropical Storm Debby. We enjoyed the clean and comfortable accommodations in the condo all week and the beautiful ocean views throughout the changing weather. Most days were not great beach days, but we made the most of it and enjoyed the lighter than average crowds.
Our main dislike was the lack of a working elevator - due to something presumably storm-related. Communication wasn't the best about when/if it would be fixed - we got a txt after it had been broken down for a couple of days saying that it wouldn't be fixed until the next week. Later, once home, we got notice that we would get a small credit. During most of our stay, we had to trek up and down several flights of stairs each time we came and went, including when packing up to leave, which was not ideal. The stairwell was dirty with no ventilation, and it was not cleaned all week - we saw the same dead lizard and puddle of dirty leaves each time coming and going. Probably this is not a frequent problem for this property, but for us, it was pretty unpleasant. Other concerns included maintenance people entering the unit without knocking, and a pool gate out of service throughout the week, which required us to walk around the pool to an entrance farther away. Not a huge deal, but an inconvenience that wasn't fixed all week. Check in and check out were smooth, and parking was not a problem. We rented bikes and enjoyed riding them through the neighborhood one day when the weather allowed.
Property did not disappoint. Fabulous views and easy access to the beach. Quiet and secluded part of north IOP. Well maintained condo with great amenities.
This rental was fabulous from the perspective of location, views and accessibility to the beach. We have been to IOP several times and this was one of the best locations we have stayed in.
Given all that, this particular unit needs work. On the plus side it was very functional and clean. The seating area was comfortable and roomy for 2-4 people. The kitchen appears to have new appliances but the countertops and cabinets are showing their age. The master bedroom was comfortable and clean
The biggest issue we had was the Master Bathroom. The shower is elevated approximately 1 foot above the floor. It is a weird layout. Getting out of the shower you have to step down from the slippery shower floor more than a typical step. If you have any accessibility issues this won't work for you. There is a musty smell coming from the shower (it is a 100% enclosed space) and you can see where the paint inside the shower is bubbling. Additionally, there are no towel racks or toilet paper holder in the master bathroom. The countertops and sinks need updating.
I know we sound negative, but we did have a great weekend. Given some love and attention, this would be a great condo. We would return once the investments in updating the property have been completed.