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12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball

Vacation home in Hilton Head Island with private pool and kitchen

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Experience the ultimate beach vacation at 12 Whelk Street, situated just 145 feet from Bradley Beach. With its luxurious amenities and recent renovation, this property offers a fantastic getaway for gatherings and entertainment. Enjoy stunning ocean views from the ten balconies or unwind in the private pool, while taking advantage of outdoor dining areas and propane grill. The availability of ping pong and foosball tables adds extra fun for guests of all ages.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14375 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball

Welcome to 12 Whelk Street, Hilton Head Island's premier vacation destination, where beachside luxury meets unmatched convenience. Just 145 feet from the pristine sands of Bradley Beach, this recently renovated four-story property offers stunning ocean views and a private, tranquil retreat. With five spacious bedrooms and five bathrooms, this home is perfect for families, friends, or groups seeking the ultimate coastal escape.

Enjoy the convenience of private gated beach access, ensuring seamless trips to the shore whenever you desire. Beyond the beach, this property is ideally located near the best Hilton Head has to offer. The vibrant Shelter Cove shopping and dining district is just minutes away, providing an array of restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment options. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being within walking distance of Chaplin Park, which features tennis courts, basketball courts, walking trails, and athletic fields for endless recreation. Inside, the home's open-concept first level is perfect for entertaining, while ten private balconies provide spectacular ocean views and peaceful spots to relax. A private elevator offers convenience across all four levels, and the outdoor space, complete with a private pool, propane grill, and dining area, invites unforgettable evenings under the stars. For indoor fun, enjoy the recreational garage with a ping pong and foosball table, or explore the fully stocked game, puzzle, and book cabinet, perfect for guests of all ages.

Whether you're lounging by the pool, diving into a great book, or sharing a family game night, 12 Whelk Street delivers the perfect blend of luxury, location, and convenience. Book your dream vacation today and create lasting memories by the ocean!

FREE activities included with our signature Southern Hospitality Pass! Your pass includes one free round of golf daily at partner courses like the Heritage Collection and the Brown Group. Note: This is per day, not per person. You also receive one free round of miniature golf each day at Adventure Cove and one complimentary bike from Island Cruisers to start your stay. A $25 delivery fee applies for one bike; additional bikes are delivered free and available at a discount.

PICKLEBALL: Vacation Homes of Hilton Head has a premiere partnership with Dill Dinkers, Hilton Head's Newest Indoor Pickleball Facility! All guests will receive membership level benefits for the duration of their reservation!

12 Whelk Street, Hilton Head, SC

First Floor: Kitchen Area (Bar seating for two), Living Area, Dining Area (Seating for ten), Two Balconies, TV
- Bedroom 1: First Floor, Queen Bed, TV, Bath (Shared to common space, Walk-in Shower), Balcony (Private)

Second Floor: Laundry Room
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, Queen Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in Shower), Balcony (Private)
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, Primary, King Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in shower, Tub), 2 Private Balconies

Third floor
- Bedroom 4: Third Floor, Twin/ Full Bunk Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in shower), Balcony (Private)
- Bedroom 5: Third Floor, Primary, Queen Bed, TV, Ensuite Bathroom (Walk-in shower, Tub), 2 Private Balconies

Parking: 4 Cars
Garage/ Ground Level : Foosball Table, Ping Pong Table, Elevator, Entrance to Pool, Gas Grill (Propane Included), Lounge Chairs and Seating.
Elevator: 34" by 34" (Our properties and elevators are not ADA compliant)
Pool: 20' by 8' (This pool cannot be heated)

INCLUDED WITH RESERVATION:
Linens, bedding and bath towels
Starter amenities (1-3 day's worth) including: bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, dish detergent, dish soap, kitchen trash bags, laundry detergent, one roll of paper towels, toilet paper, 2 rolls per bathroom.
Free Activities: Golf, Mini Golf, Bicycle Rental (1 round of golf per day, 1 round of mini golf per day, 1 bicycle per reservation)

NOT INCLUDED WITH RESERVATION:
Beach Towels
Beach Chairs, Pool Toys, Beach Wagons
Children's Items (Cribs, Highchairs, etc.)
* These items can be rented for an additional charge. We can provide recommendations, as needed, or you can use any company of your choosing.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: To secure a reservation, we require a 50% deposit upfront and the balance payment due thirty days prior to arrival via Visa, Master, Discover, American Express. ID Verification is required.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,041 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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

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 and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Steps Beach Elevator Great Location Slight Ocean View House
Steps Beach Elevator Great Location Slight Ocean View
Steps Beach Elevator Great Location Slight Ocean View House
Steps Beach Elevator Great Location Slight Ocean View House
Steps Beach Elevator Great Location Slight Ocean View
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About the neighborhood

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Hilton Head, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Field Beach Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Singleton Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Coligny Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Shelter Cove Harbour - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coconutz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lincoln & South Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Fresh Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco's on the Beach - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball located?

Located in Mid Island, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Folly Field Beach and Burkes Beach. Adventure Cove and Singleton Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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12 Whelk, Steps to the Beach, Private Pool, Ocean View, Free Golf, Pickleball Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

May 2020 Stay

Great Stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House

The house was just what we were looking for given the size of our family. We could all be together and yet separate when needed. The house was a little dated but nothing that interfered with our stay. The king size mattress was wonderful, but the queen size ones were a little lumpy. The bedroom behind the kitchen did seem to heat up more than the others but fans were supplied. The beach was very close which was nice with a toddler and the pool was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

May 2020 Stay

easy beach access, nice pool, great house
Stayed 6 nights in May 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Bryant P.

Vacation time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time close to the ocean. Great place to stay with our family.

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilton Head Dream

Great house for a group of couples celebrating an engagement! I wish the beds were queens instead of fulls but each room having their own bathroom was SUPER nice. We would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam B.

12 Whelk Street, HHI

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nicely appointed, and we loved the game cabinet!
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10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

12 Whelk St

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had a great vacation. We enjoyed our stay. The house was great. We enjoyed the pool area and access to the beach. The views from the house are amazing.
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10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Hilton Head Island - Mom's Dream

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: That's right! Mom's Dream!! 12 Whelk is a beautiful house for our family on Hilton Head Island. It was decorated nicely, was very clean, and very close to the beach! Enjoyed the pool every day and had a great view of the ocean even though it is close to the house behind it. There was an issue with the cable and internet that was taken of by Brittney at Vacation Homes of HH.
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8/10 Good

Sergey

Wonderful Property, Slightly overpriced for current Condition

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property and location that doesn't come with as great of a price sticker as a true oceanfront. Condition of some doors/locks/hardware and could use some updates or a handyman to resolve. Otherwise great property for a family environment. Would be great to have ramp access to beach boardwalk as currently stairs and partial platform is the means of access to the beach. If it could be extended and ramps on both sides, it would be good for carts/stroller access.
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6/10 Okay

Jenny J.

Senior annual vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We are a group of seniors all single that vacation every year in HHI. We have been coming to HHI for several years. The home was most spacious, clean and well equipped from the kitchen to really everything. I was very unhappy that my check in time was moved to 5 pm. That’s nearly a whole day. I know for a fact that there had been no one in the home the week before. But we were not allowed in the home till 5pm! WiFi name was wrong along with the password. Another delay. The path to the beach is not easy nor quick. We won’t pick this house again. I’ve rented from the same rental company year after year. But not again.

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation

Very nice home with lots of space. Very convenient to not so crowded beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Connie V.

Good

Very clean. Loved the location. Toilets could be updated.one seemed to spray water when flushing. Placemats and dining chair cushions need replacing.
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10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

12 Whelk Memories

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our time at 12 Whelk Street. We had a family of 14, and had enough space to spread out & have privacy!

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilton Head Vacation

The property was perfect for a weeks stay at the beach! Short walk to beach, great neighborhood, property was roomy and just as listed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Doug P.

Needs updated

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good location marred by dishwasher and dryer failures, no hot water in MBR one day and dodgy oven. Not enough beds and bedrooms for two couples and 5 single adults. Needs deep cleaned especially pool level. Property management was very responsive during Thanksgiving holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Large house in convenient location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was large enough to handle our 6 adults and 5 kids quite easily. Large round table was nice for meals. Elevator was useful for loading and unloading, but we didn’t use it daily as it was pretty slow. Very convenient to the beach which was not the least bit overcrowded. Management was quick to respond to all issues.

10/10 Excellent

Autumn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Time in Hilton Head

Great introduction to Hilton Head! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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6/10 Okay

Not Very Happy

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you don't want to hear the answer don't ask the question. 1st- there was no wi-fi or internet upon our arrival and we spent a large part of our first three days finding out why and waiting for Comcast technicians. Comcast can do nothing for a persone renting the home. There was no acceptable excuse for this. You really should refund some of our money. 2nd- We found there is a broken knob on one of the burner controls on the stove. 3rd- Several of the sliding doors in the bedrooms do not close and lock, these need to be repaired. 4th- The floors were dirty and grimy. The cleaning staff is not cleaning the home very well between rentals. These issue must be corrected.
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6/10 Okay

jackie w.

needs work

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the house need work , walls have cracks in sheet rock,doors stick and tile floors are cracked
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
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8/10 Good

A guest from Loganville, GA

Annual Hilton Head Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although we had a wonderful time, the construction was not complete next door and they started before 8 every day. We had to pull nails from the pool before the kids could get in and we had to check it everyday. The location had easy access to the beach and the house is very nice but needed some work.
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4/10 Poor

Norman F.

Don't be fooled by the pictures

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For starters, the pictures they are using are totally inaccurate. There is a huge house blocking the view. We booked based on the photos provided. This house did not feel as luxurious as others we have stayed at. In general, we felt totally deceived and would not have booked this house if the pictures had been accurate. The real estate brochure had updated pictures so there is no reason for VHHH to be using the old ones. If you like matching dishes and silverware, or would like a storage container or two,then please skip this home. The towels and sheets were scratchy and most of the mattresses felt like they needed to be replaced. The dishwasher was not working properly. They did come out quickly to check it, but had to order a part. They did not offer us so much as extra dish towels while we hand washed everything for almost 3 days. We would not stay here again and we are also not planning to use Vacation Homes of Hilton Head again.
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6/10 Okay

JULIA G.

vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: mold on bathroom vents and in elevator, patio furniture broken and in need of replacement, one washcloth per person for a week, dust under beds and behind furntire - we felt need to vacuum and reclean certain area. blinds in master on third missing slats, dead bugs around doors. Balcony door on main level needs fixing or replacing.. only open so far or sticks - very hard to close. Overall the location was great but lot of issues with the house.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Beautiful Spring Break Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay in Hilton Head Island was a great experience! Vacation Homes of Hilton Head has top notch customer service & the house we stayed in was beautiful! Two families (4 adults and 4 kids) fit very comfortably in this house. It was a great property, and a very short walk to the beach. We appreciated the large refrigerator and kitchen/dining/living room space, and ample bed/bath space too! There are plenty of things to do at the house if needing a break from the beach (ping pong, cornhole, tons of board games, and a pool for cooling off in). While there were a few beach supplies (3 chairs and a few toys), you may have to bring or buy extras. Overall, a great property and would stay again!
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10/10 Excellent

Priscella M.

A

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was an awesome experience we thoroughly enjoyed the rental, we are looking at renting it again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, close to the beach, perfect for families!

I would definitely stay here again. There was plenty of space for everyone, and the walk to the beach was great. I would suggest stocking the house with board games, cards, and books.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021