Hilton Head Island Rentals

Hilton Head Island Rentals





There are many vacation rental options available on Hilton Head Island. Villas and

condos, homes and timeshares are all available in varying price ranges. Most vacation

villa rentals range from $500 per week for a one-bedroom accommodation up to $3000

per week for a 3-bedroom rental. Of course location and amenities play a part in the

price of these rentals. Rentals located on the ocean with private beach access fetch a

higher price than those without. Another factor, which affects the price of Hilton Head

rentals, is the month that reservations are made. The tourist season on Hilton Head

begins in April and continues until about August. Villa rental prices during these months

are at a premium. With about a million vacationers to Hilton Head each year, it's easy to

understand why rentals during these peak months are in such high demand.



Vacation home rentals on Hilton Head can range in price from $1000 to $8000 per week

for some luxury oceanfront homes and condos. The number of bedrooms, amenities,

location and season affect the rental prices of these homes.



Long and short-term rentals are both readily available. Weekend vacations or rental

arrangements lasting several weeks are commonly found. Most vacation rentals on

Hilton Head Island include the standard amenities such as air conditioning, washer and

dryer and cable television. Many villa rental choices include luxury features such as

Jacuzzis, indoor pools, ocean views, private beach access, tennis courts and golf

facilities.



The vacation rental business on Hilton Head Island is highly competitive and many

bargains can be found online. To save money, try to book your reservation in the off

season months. Many times a villa or vacation rental can be purchased for at least half of

what is charged during the peak tourist months.



There are a large number of hotels to chose from on Hilton Head Island. In general,

prices range from$50 per night for basic accommodations to $200 per night for some of

the more upscale lodgings.



Hilton Head Island is divided into plantations or communities. The various plantations

offer differing characteristics and amenities. Before choosing your Hilton Head vacation

it may be wise to consider the differences in plantations.



On the South West end of the island is Seapines plantation. Seapines was the island's

first developed area. Seapines is a mixture of residential and resort areas with 3 public

golf courses, several tennis courts, beach, two marinas and the very popular Harbour

Town shopping district.



Shipyard Plantation is best known for it's beautiful beach. Shipyard is a mixture of

resorts and private residences. Bicycle and walking paths wind through the plantation's

800 acres. Several golf course call Shipyard home, including the Galleon, Brigantine

and the Clipper.



Long Cove is a strictly residential area, with about 570 private homes.



Wexford Plantation is a private community of about 500 acres.



Palmetto Dunes is a mixture of resort and residential communities. Boasting over 3 miles

of shoreline, Palmetto Dunes is a popular rental area. Shelter Cove harbour and marina

is located adjacent to this plantation and is host to numerous festivals, celebrations and

other island events.



Port Royal Plantation features several historical sites. The Island's namesake Captain

William Hilton first landed here in 1663. The Port Royal resort features a convention

center, entertainment and restaurant.



Palmetto Hall Plantation, the newest of the island's residential developments features

two outstanding golf courses.



Located on the northern edge of the island is Hilton Head Plantation is home to golf

course and country clubs. Miles of nature walks and bicycle trails cover the plantation,

which is also home to two nature preserves.



Indigo Run is a residential plantation located in the central area of the island.



Spanish Wells is one the island's original developments and is a private community.



Windmill Harbour is home to the South Carolina Yacht Club.

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About Jeff: Jeff Palmer is a web designer and search engine optimization specialist

living in South Carolina. http://www.hiltonheadislander.com