Smoke on the Water

Amid sandy strands and a network of lagoons, this villa is in one of the most picturesque areas of South Carolina. In just ten minutes, you can move from the water basin's grassy banks to the ocean through the scenic woodland between the two. But really, you never need to leave the house, with its stunning private pool, an array of balconies and verandas and a basketball court cushioned between the trees. Huddle around the fire pit on winter evenings or cook up a BBQ on the grill by the pool in summer. Inside, the bedrooms have large beds and deluxe furnishings, while the sunken living room makes for a great space to relax in front of the TV. Rent kayaks and paddle boards by the dock of the lagoon and catch an unforgettable sunset from the water.

Home truths:
*Note that the lower section of the bunkbed is a double, so there may be some fighting over who gets the lower bunk
*At full occupancy, one guest will be accommodated on the sofa bed in the bunk bedroom
*The beach is a ten-minute walk away
*From April to August (included) – the host only accepts check-in on a Saturday or Sunday and check-out on a Thursday Friday Saturday or Sunday