Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
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Daufuskie Island
Located in Melrose on the Beach, this vacation home is next to Daufuskie Island Beach and Tybee Roads. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - 197 min drive
The Salty Dog Cafe - 204 min drive
The Crazy Crab - 199 min drive
The Quarterdeck - 199 min drive
Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - 198 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beach Overlook Cottage- Spacious Ocean View House
Summary: Welcome to the Daufuskie Beach Overlook House! - Spacious freestanding property with four bedrooms and four baths - Perfect for families, accommodating up to 12 guests - Large three-sided screened-in porch with stunning ocean views - Modern amenities including a fully equipped kitchen and high-speed internet - This property allows only electric golf carts. - Enjoy the best beach view of any nearby property.
The Space: Welcome to the Daufuskie Beach Overlook House, a spacious retreat perfect for families seeking a memorable beach getaway. With direct ocean views, this freestanding property offers a unique experience, as it is one of the few Daufuskie Melrose beach properties that is not a duplex. Gather together in the mornings to sip coffee while enjoying breathtaking sunrises over the Atlantic.
This four-bedroom, four-bath house comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests. Designed with families in mind, it features multiple seating and relaxing areas, three dining tables, and a large three-sided screened-in porch that faces the beautiful Melrose beach. The house boasts one of the best beach views of any nearby property.
Comfortable Accommodation: - Four spacious bedrooms - Four full bathrooms - Sleeping arrangements for 12 people - Recently added daybed and trundle twin bed
Interior Feeling: - Open living spaces designed for family gatherings - Modern conveniences throughout - High-speed fiber optic internet - Cable TV service available on all 5 TVs - Washer and dryer for convenience - Decorative fireplace (not functional)
Outdoor Bliss: - Large three-sided screened-in porch with ocean views - Beach chairs and beach umbrella provided - Ideal for enjoying the coastal breeze and sunsets
Delightful Dining: - Fully equipped kitchen for all your cooking needs - Three dining tables to accommodate family meals - Barbecue grill available for outdoor cooking
Professional Cleaning: - Thoroughly cleaned and maintained for guest comfort - High standards of cleanliness to ensure a pleasant stay
This property allows only electric golf carts, making it easy to explore the beautiful surroundings of Daufuskie Island. Enjoy the convenience of modern amenities while soaking in the stunning views and creating lasting memories with family and friends.
Guest Access: PLEASE NOTE: Concerned about how to get to our bridgeless island? Daufuskie Rental Group is here to help you with the logistics of booking your passenger only ferry/water taxi, ground transportation shuttle from the dock to your rental, and golf cart rental? (Fees Apply)
Golf cart discounts are available for DRG guests if booked with our premier partner, Island Essentials. Want to book a fishing charter, History Tour, Dolphin Excursion or Sunset Cruise? We've got you covered! Contact us to for a one-stop shop experience!
We will text you the entry code and Wi-Fi password on day of arrival once unit is ready. The Daufuskie Rental Group on site team lives on the island and ready to help in any way!
The Neighborhood: Daufuskie Island
You will enjoy touring "the island that time forgot" on either a golf cart or bikes, which are both available for rental. And there's no better place for nice long walks!
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 seen now and then, and some lucky visitors can actually catch site of a Loggerhead Turtle coming ashore to lay hundreds of eggs in the soft sand.
You will want to spend time exploring the rest of this unique and special island. Accessible only by ferry, Daufuskie's isolation from the hustle and bustle of the mainland provides a one-of-its-kind experience for those looking to truly get away from it all.
If you're looking for an old-fashioned beach vacation experience, this house will exceed your expectations. Expect this vacation home to book fast! Reserve the Daufuskie Beach Overlook Cottage for your family's vacation of a lifetime!
Getting Around: Concerned about how to get to our bridgeless island? Daufuskie Rental Group is here to help you with the logistics of booking your passenger only ferry/water taxi, ground transportation shuttle from the dock to your rental, and golf cart rental? (Fees Apply)
The Daufuskie Rental Group team live on the island and will be available 24/7 for any questions or concerns you may have during your stay. We strive to make the Daufuskie experience a stress-free and enjoyable adventure.
Other Things to Note: Daufuskie Rental Group is not responsible for the availability (or lack thereof) of any amenity beyond our control, such as the restaurants, museum, etc.
1) Daufuskie Rental Group makes a good faith effort to describe island amenities, including restaurants and pools. However, please note that we are not responsible for the availability of amenities that we do not operate and that are beyond our control. Please contact the vendors directly for rates, days and hours of operation. Amenities are not included, so fees apply.
2) Your rental agreement contract's cancellation policy states that we are not responsible for events that are beyond our control, such as hurricanes. We strongly encourage our guests to purchase travel insurance, and especially recommend "cancel for any reason" policies. (These must be purchased shortly after your reservation is made.)
3) Please note that because the Melrose Resort is in transition, our Melrose guests may notice a certain level of deterioration in the resort-owned buildings but will also see that renovation efforts are now underway. Our vacation cottages are in well-maintained areas and continue to be extremely popular.
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.
1) Daufuskie Rental Group makes a good faith effort to describe island amenities, including restaurants and pools. However, please note that we are not responsible for the availability of amenities that we do not operate and that are beyond our control. Please contact the vendors directly for rates, days and hours of operation. Amenities are not included, so fees apply.
2) Your rental agreement contract's cancellation policy states that we are not responsible for events that are beyond our control, such as hurricanes. We strongly encourage our guests to purchase travel insurance, and especially recommend "cancel for any reason" policies. (These must be purchased shortly after your reservation is made.)
3) Please note that because the Melrose Resort is in transition, our Melrose guests may notice a certain level of deterioration in the resort-owned buildings but will also see that renovation efforts are now underway. Our vacation cottages are in well-maintained areas and continue to be extremely popular.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 4 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a travel crib.
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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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Rules
Quiet time after 10:00 pm
It's illegal to use fireworks; no fires on the beach (Loggerhead Turtle Nesting area)
Leave live sand dollars and starfis...
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Melrose on the Beach, just steps from Daufuskie Island Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Tybee Roads and Calibogue Sound. You'll also find Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation Museum and Daufuskie Island Distillery within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Beach Overlook Cottage- Spacious Ocean View House a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this historic vacation home will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Does Beach Overlook Cottage- Spacious Ocean View House have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH), which is 18.4 mi away (196 minutes by car). Another top airport is Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), which is around 21.4 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Beach Overlook Cottage- Spacious Ocean View House?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Beach Overlook Cottage- Spacious Ocean View House.
Beach Overlook Cottage- Spacious Ocean View House Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 45 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey D.
Oct 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This property was perfect for us! Check-in and check out was so easy and we had great communication with the property manager when we needed additional towels. We highly recommend this property!
Lindsey D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Kelli B.
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was a great size and I loved that each bedroom had its own bathroom. But a lot of the items seemed dated and worn. For example the beach chairs and the cushions on the outdoor furniture. The view was spectacular and we had our own private beach. Daufuskie was beautiful but it was sad to see all of the abandoned homes.
Kelli B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeana H.
Oct 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful property located just a short walk from the beach. The property was perfect for us. We all had our own bedroom with our own bathroom. The screened in porch was just a short walk from the beach. It was perfect!
Jeana H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House! We all loved the layout. Plenty of room. Check in was so easy. BEAUTIFUL VIEW. Used Daufauskie Life for transportation from Hilton Head, transportation to the VRBO and Golf cart rental.
Lisa W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria M.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
We had a couple days off, and been wanting to stay in Daufuskie. It was great
Maria M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rufus H.
May 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Rufus H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maura S.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Maura S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna K.
May 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Daufuskie!
My sisters and I met for a sisters trip and this home was perfect for our gathering! It had all the room we needed with places for privacy and a beautiful back porch for coming together, and talking and laughing! It was clean and easy to be in. I appreciated our communications with the property manager, Chrissy, she answered our questions quickly and with just the information we needed. I recommend this home and would definitely come back to it.
Donna K.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Joe R.
Apr 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Trip
This property was excellent. Not knowing the island, we did not understand the complexity of traveling to and from via water taxi. This lack of preparation made our agenda pretty expensive and stressful. It would have been helpful to know that we needed to bring groceries with us. We enjoyed the restaurant services that were open but it was quite limited. Overall it was a fun adventure. Hopefully this review will help you better educate your next guests.
Joe R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
April Y.
Apr 6, 2025
April Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
michelle w.
Dec 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Get Away from Everything!
House is better than what the pictures show! Spectacular view and distance from the ocean! Wonderful screened in porch- where we enjoyed our Thanksgiving meal! Kitchen items were perfect for cooking dinner, even though I bought some items.
michelle w.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally Z.
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
End of school year fun!
Great place for the kids to unwind and the parents too!
Sally Z.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
holly s.
Oct 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
We have stayed on the island many times. This property was excellent. Walking distance to the beach was the best part and loved the huge rooms. Great for children.
holly s.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Mary K., Franklin, Tn
Sep 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
3 year Family Trip on Daufuskie
We stayed for 10 days! This property was nice, clean, and spacious for 5 adults and 2 toddlers + 4 additional visiting family members who had a smaller place down the street. We were able to cook and feed 11 people very easily here! The back porch (swing especially) was wonderful and the beach was close enough to walk to it multiple times a day, every day. There were also many great books and board games, which was great as we experienced many rainy days! The property came with a electric golf cart to my surprise (we were expecting gas) and communication was good. The kitchen is very well stocked and has just about everything you need.
Now, as for the "hiccups" that are noteworthy for future guests...
Make sure you bring dish tabs, laundry detergent, toilet paper, and paper towels. I bought the $140 stock the house package thinking it would help with our 10 days stay, but 2 dish tabs was kind of a joke. Its my fault - I should have looked more closely at the details. It was not worth it. We ended up buying a lot of the stuff again for that long of a trip. I feel that quantities of provided items should be
adjusted to the length of stay. I even offered to pay more for more TP and PT, ungranted. For how much we paid for this rental, it was just annoying to constantly feel that basic needs were not met, and I thought I had planned well.
Beware that there are cockroaches - dead and alive. One room in particular, especially the bathroom. When I turned the light on in the middle of the night, they would scatter... Just a little eww. I know this is expected in SC but the house needs another treatment.
One of the 2 beds in the same room was not supportive at all. Both my husband and I ached after sleeping on it. This is an objective statement, so take it as you will. The other 5 beds in the house were fine.
And finally, the hole in the screen porch - there are many reviews about it so I know the company knows about it. Not a biggie, however one night we heard something weird and caught a very fat, not shy at all racoon pulling my diaper bag through the little hole and took off with it. When I got it back, I found there was a granola bar wrapper in it - just a wrapper, but he could smell it. Be very careful not to leave food on the porch!! The big screen in porch is SO SO NICE but it gives a false since of security when there are large furry locals able to visit you after hours. I'm very glad my kids were not out there!
Mary K.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Carley H.
Jul 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We planned a short girls trip to Daufuskie - our first time there! The location of the house is awesome for its beautiful beach access and views. It’s conveniently located to the bar / restaurant near the Freeport Marina. We thoroughly enjoyed the porch and the layout of the house was very conducive for hanging out together. My (minor) critiques are as follows: the group wished we had a few basic seasonings in the house so that we didn’t have to bring everything over on the ferry. This was communicated up front, so we were at least prepared. Water pressure was a little weak and the bathrooms in particular could use an update (again, something we expected based on the listing and communication). We were missing top sheets on the beds which would have been nice since it was a bit too warm for a comforter. Finally, there were a few dead bugs in the house when we arrived. Probably to be expected since it is a very natural environment. :) we had a great time and would gladly come back and stay!
Carley H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Catherine B.
Jun 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
One of the most relaxing vacations we have had!
Catherine B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Cindy C.
Apr 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice rental…awesome beach access
Loved the location. Melrose seems to be the better of the beaches on Daufuskie though there are lots of great water views. Not much to do on the island, so go planning to relax or explore nature. The company who managed the property were wonderful. Very helpful and great communicating with us. A couple of small cleanliness issues but we addressed those. The place needs a little TLC especially two of the bathrooms and there’s a hole in the porch screen that is a nighttime access to a critter of some kind Lol but overall we were pleased. They installed a new washer and dryer during our stay which was a bit aggravating as it took up 2 1/2 hours of my time because I didn’t like the idea of people being in my place though they were extremely nice. I wouldn’t hesitate to rent again.
Cindy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Jennifer C.
Apr 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Thank you for allowing us to rent this beautiful cottage. We come to Daufuskie each year and love it dearly. This cottage was oceanfront, provided generous room for a large family, and provided a relaxed vacation memory to remember. Pros-secluded beach, four bd/4ba, golf cart included, comfortable beds, beach chairs on porch, and INCREDIBLE back porch. Cons-the cottage has some NORMAL wear/tear that needs to be addressed (outlet loose from wall, large hole in porch screen, stove heating element on one eye not calibrated, door lock damaged etc) But I spoke w rental company and they are fixing these. This cottage is beautiful and you can’t beat the location. Recommend it highly. Also, recommend Bull River for private water taxi over and Mungeon Golf Carts if you need additional golf carts. Daufuskie is a magical place to vacation.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Casey K., Asheville
Sep 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
We were looking to escape reality and find a place that offered us the opportunity for relaxation, Melrose on The Beach did just that! All beds were comfortable with nice, crisp white linen. The home was clean, but there was a very strong, musty odor when we arrived. All of the bedrooms have carpeting that looked in need of a deep cleaning or removal. This may have been the source of the smell. The beach was beautiful and not crowded at all! We appreciated the beach chairs supplied by the owner. Overall we had a wonderful stay!
Casey K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bryan G.
Aug 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at it's best
My whole family was so relaxed once we arrived and have never been so relaxed in our entire lives and I'm relaxed when I go up north while in Wisconsin. This is a whole new level of relaxation. We will definitely be coming back year after year. We fell in love so much that we started to inquire about properties while we were there. So hopefully soon we will have a place of our own in the near future so we can come there more often.
Bryan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Shemane M., Tallahassee fl
Aug 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
island get away
Beautiful view! Perfect location. This was our first visit to Daufuskie Island, we really enjoyed our stay. We would rent this unit again.
Shemane M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Chelsea F.
Jul 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
First Visit to Daufuskie
This property was clean and well kept. The boarded up cottages and buildings in Melrose are a little concerning but don't detract from this property overall. The owner or property manager should consider including a membership to the pool to entice visitors.
Chelsea F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Keith B.
Apr 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the cottage on the beach!!
Very good!
Keith B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Heather V., Missouri
Jan 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Would recommend
We really enjoyed our stay in the Melrose Beach home. This was our first time to Daufuskie Island and we absolutely loved it. The home was just as advertised and the location could not have been better. It was just steps away from the beach with a great view. I loved how each bedroom had an attached bath. Perfect for multiple guests. The home is showing its age in a few places (mainly the master bath) but nothing that would detour me from staying there again. The property manager was very accommodating and helpful, answering any questions we had. She even baked us a loaf of bread since we came over without any. Our week on the island went by way too quickly and we are looking forward to our next visit in the near future. I would absolutely recommend this property.