117 Bufflehead Drive by Akers Ellis Rentals

This Kiawah Island vacation rental home offers four bedrooms and bathrooms, a private pool and screened porch, and golf course views. The space RBL24-000005 In accordance with the Town of Kiawah Island Short Term Rental Ordinance, all guests understand that the approved number of bedrooms is 4, the maximum allowed occupancy is 10, and the maximum allowed number of vehicles is 4. This Kiawah Island vacation rental offers four bedrooms and bathrooms, a private pool and screened porch, and golf course views. The home is approximately a 10-minute walk to the beach. The residence boasts an open layout for its primary areas. In the living room, you'll find ample seating, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, and access to the rear deck and pool area. Connecting the living room and kitchen is the dining area. The kitchen is equipped with a central island and generous counter space. A second living room with flat-screen TV sits just off the kitchen. The primary bedroom includes a king bed, flat-screen TV, an en suite bathroom with dual sinks and a separate shower, and access to the screened porch. Completing the main floor are a laundry room and a half bathroom. Head upstairs to discover the additional bedrooms. On the left side of the staircase is a bedroom with a king bed and its own bathroom with a standalone shower. On the right side and down the hallway is a bedroom with two queen beds and access to a shared bathroom with a shower/bathtub combination. Further down the hall, you'll find an open area featuring twin-over-full bunk beds, a loveseat, and a flat-screen TV. The last bedroom boasts a king bed and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower. Outdoors, you can relax by the pool or on the screened porch, both offering views of the golf course. The home is equipped with washer, dryer, and high-speed wireless internet. A ping pong table is located in the garage. The dimensions of the pool are approximately 10' W x 18' L. The pool heater will be available for Fall 2025. The pool may be heated in cooler months for an additional fee of $75 per day for the entire stay. It can take 24-48 hours for the pool water to reach the optimal temperature of 85-87 degrees. When the air temperature falls below 55 degrees, typically November-March, pool heaters have difficulty achieving the optimal temperature. In this case, pool heating will not be available. Contact us directly to add pool heating to your reservation. Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear rentals during your stay! The credit amount for this property is $300. You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more – the choice is yours! During your stay on Kiawah Island, be sure to enjoy biking on the 30 miles of flat bike trails, golfing on one of five world-class courses, playing tennis, crabbing, fishing, swimming, and boating. Many families also enjoy the kids’ camp and nature programs at Night Heron Park. Kiawah Island is about 40 minutes from historic Charleston, famous for incredible shopping, galleries, antique stores, museums, the South Carolina Aquarium, horse-drawn carriage rides, historic landmarks, and sumptuous dining. Other things to note SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT – Kiawah Island This Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced according to the laws of the State of South Carolina. The invalidity or unenforceability of any one or more provisions of this Agreement shall in no way effect any other provisions. This Agreement may not be transferred or assigned. GUEST may not let, sublet, or assign this Agreement for all or any part of the premises. OWNERSHIP The property is privately owned, with Akers Ellis Rentals acting solely as the AGENT for the OWNER. The GUEST acknowledges he is a licensee of the OWNER and not a tenant, and is not acquiring any interest in the property. PAYMENT We accept credit cards for payment. An initial payment of 35% of rent subtotal plus related taxes, 100% of service fee plus related taxes, and 100% of travel insurance (if elected) is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days prior to the arrival date of {{formatDate reservation.checkin "medium"}}. If your arrival date is less than 45 days away, the total payment is due at the time of booking.* *If reservation was made through a third-party booking site, such as Vrbo, Airbnb, etc., payment schedules and due dates are displayed at the time of booking. GUEST authorizes AGENT to charge the credit card for the initial and final payment amounts on the dates specified in the payment schedule. GUEST will receive receipts of payment which will act as record of transaction. DEPOSITS Rental deposits are governed by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission and deposited into an Escrow Trust Account by Akers Ellis Rentals. Disbursements are made according to policies of the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. GUEST understands that any interest earned on your payment(s) shall belong to Akers Ellis Rentals. CANCELLATION POLICY a) All GUEST cancellations must be in writing via email to [redacted link, contact us for more details] or mail to 3730 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy, Suite 5, Johns Island, SC 29455. To protect all parties, the AGENT has a strictly enforced policy for cancellations. Cancellations received more than 45 days prior to the arrival date of {{formatDate reservation.checkin "medium"}} are subject to a full refund, less the service fee plus related tax. Cancellations made within 45 days of arrival will result in the forfeiture of all payments made, unless travel insurance is purchased and the need to cancel is covered under the policy. Should the AGENT re-book the exact dates at the exact rate paid by the cancelled GUEST, a refund of payments made, less the service fee plus related tax, could take place. There will be no transfer of monies paid to be used on another date if a reservation is cancelled within 45 days of arrival.* *If reservation was made through a third-party booking site, such as Vrbo, Airbnb, etc., cancellations terms are displayed at the time of booking. Any cancellations must be requested via the booking site. b) The AGENT may cancel a reservation if, in its sole opinion, it is in the best interest of the OWNER. The AGENT will notify the GUEST should this happen and work with the GUEST to provide alternate accommodations or will provide a full refund. c) The AGENT is not responsible for the weather or other Acts of God and there will be no refunds for such events. The only way to ensure a refund for such is to purchase travel insurance. d) Should the accommodation become unavailable due to reasons beyond the AGENT or OWNER’S control, the AGENT will notify the GUEST immediately and will attempt to provide alternative accommodations or will provide a full refund. TRAVEL PROTECTION 1 in 6 travelers hit an unforeseen disruption. Book with confidence and protect your whole party with one plan. Akers Ellis Rentals has partnered with RentalGuardian for access to leading travel protection against trip cancellation, delays, lost baggage, and emergency medical costs. Want more flexibility? Upgrade to Coverage with Cancel For Any Reason. CFAR upgrade plan must be purchased within 14 days of booking. Please reference our Travel Protection page ([redacted link, contact us for more details]) for more details. RATES AND AVAILABILITY Errors in pricing, availability, and/or descriptions rarely occur but are possible due to the use of various technology systems, and the GUEST will be notified in any event of error. If, in the opinion of the AGENT, the error substantially changes the terms of this Agreement, the AGENT or GUEST may cancel the reservation within 24 hours of such notification and the GUEST will receive a full refund. Changes in tax rates are uncommon yet possible and are beyond control of the AGENT. Should local tax entities make any changes in tax rates, the AGENT will notify the GUEST of the tax increase and the additional amount will be the responsibility of the GUEST to submit with final payment. TAXES Tax rates are calculated and added to the reservation according to the state sales tax and state and local accommodation taxes. Changes in taxes or fees implemented after booking will affect the total reservation price. CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT The GUEST acknowledges and agrees that check-in is no earlier than 4:00 PM on the arrival date and check-out is no later than 10:00 AM on the departure date. Should the GUEST choose to depart earlier than the departure date, no refunds will be provided. Furthermore, should the GUEST choose to depart early, GUEST is asked to notify the AGENT of early departure so AGENT may reschedule departure inspection and housekeeping. Should the AGENT find damage resulting from an early departure, including but not limited to: doors and/or windows left open or unlocked, appliances not properly turned off, perishable items not secured, then the GUEST agrees that related damage could result in penalties equivalent to the expense of replacement and/or repair. If the reason for early departure is weather related and the GUEST has purchased travel insurance, the GUEST may utilize that policy. The GUEST agrees that lack of adherence to the standard check-in and check-out times, unless specifically discussed with the AGENT, could result in penalties equivalent to the losses to the AGENT, OWNER, or future guest. OCCUPANCY GUEST agrees to indemnify and hold AGENT and OWNER harmless from all liability, loss or damage arising from any nuisance or harm made or suffered on the premises by the GUEST(S) and/or their guests or from any carelessness, neglect, or improper conduct of any persons entering, occupying or visiting the premises. The GUEST agrees that the primary person placing the reservation and occupying the property during the term of th