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10/10 Excellent
Raven B.
2 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Raven B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Entire home
Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets!
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Escape to the Peaceful Pink Paradise at 498 Tarpon, a charming oceanfront house with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean. With large windows and sliding glass doors, you'll feel like you're on top of the world from this open floor plan retreat. Unwind in an adirondack chair while watching dolphins swim by or take a refreshing outside shower on your private deck.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets!
UPDATE - exciting things coming this Winter (2026). The house has been gutted and being updated to high fashion! You’re going to be amazed! Grab your reservation before rates go up accordingly. OCEAN FRONT house with large back deck to watch those beautiful ocean waves!
498 Tarpon is a 2 story, Peaceful Pink Paradise with Large windows and sliding glass doors that provide unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Open floor plan with 2nd story loft with private bathroom, sitting area, pull out sofa, and a deck for star gazing.
Situated on a large lot with plenty of space for parking and large garage area available for your parking needs as well.
Play on the beach all day, enjoy a outside shower on the deck, and then sit in the adirondack chairs while watching the sun set & dolphins swim by.
Book now For Fripp Fun!
A few notes about the island - We are club members which means that the Club amenity cards are available for purchase.
***The Fripp Island Club requires amenity cards for you to frequent their amenities. These amenities include golfing, playing tennis, going to the restaurants on Fripp, going to the swimming pools and the fitness room.
The amenity card prices for stays that are 1-4 days are $35 during the summer months and $25 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
The amenity card prices for stays that are 5-8 days are $50 during the summer months and $35 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
If you do want to purchase the amenity cards, the resort will add an additional island fee of 13% to your rental to use their amenities. This will be added to your weekly stay at time of amenity card purchase.
Each guest 13 years or older must carry an amenity card to access the Club's facilities.
There are a few places on Fripp Island that you do not need an amenity card. SpringTide Market is at the front of the island that has a large menu at their deli. From breakfast sandwiches to family BBQ meals, there is a lot to choose from. There is also a deli at the Marina that serves sandwiches and salads. The Fripp Ship and Mango stores are fun to go into for your perfect souvenir. You do not need an amenity card for golf cart, kayak, bike, etc. rentals as there are an abundance of companies who offer rental services that will deliver to you.
498 Tarpon is a 2 story, Peaceful Pink Paradise with Large windows and sliding glass doors that provide unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Open floor plan with 2nd story loft with private bathroom, sitting area, pull out sofa, and a deck for star gazing.
Situated on a large lot with plenty of space for parking and large garage area available for your parking needs as well.
Play on the beach all day, enjoy a outside shower on the deck, and then sit in the adirondack chairs while watching the sun set & dolphins swim by.
Book now For Fripp Fun!
A few notes about the island - We are club members which means that the Club amenity cards are available for purchase.
***The Fripp Island Club requires amenity cards for you to frequent their amenities. These amenities include golfing, playing tennis, going to the restaurants on Fripp, going to the swimming pools and the fitness room.
The amenity card prices for stays that are 1-4 days are $35 during the summer months and $25 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
The amenity card prices for stays that are 5-8 days are $50 during the summer months and $35 during Fall, Winter and Spring.
If you do want to purchase the amenity cards, the resort will add an additional island fee of 13% to your rental to use their amenities. This will be added to your weekly stay at time of amenity card purchase.
Each guest 13 years or older must carry an amenity card to access the Club's facilities.
There are a few places on Fripp Island that you do not need an amenity card. SpringTide Market is at the front of the island that has a large menu at their deli. From breakfast sandwiches to family BBQ meals, there is a lot to choose from. There is also a deli at the Marina that serves sandwiches and salads. The Fripp Ship and Mango stores are fun to go into for your perfect souvenir. You do not need an amenity card for golf cart, kayak, bike, etc. rentals as there are an abundance of companies who offer rental services that will deliver to you.
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- No lift
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: No smoking inside. Dispose of butts responsibly.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- Golf
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Optional golf privileges
- Tennis
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Local artist showcase
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please be considerate of our loggerhead sea turtles. May - October turn off lights at 10pm on beach side of the house so turtles can nest.
If sand dollars are white, they are okay to pick up and collect. Green or brown, they are typically alive and need to be left alone.
Our deer are GREAT. Feeding them people food makes them sick. Please do not feed our deer.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets will be considered, approval required.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside. Dispose of butts responsibly.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Fripp Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Hunting Island Lighthouse and Chapel of Ease are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ocean Creek Golf Club and Fripp Island Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Fripp Island travel guide
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Fripp Island, SC
What's nearby
Fripp Island Beach1 min walk - 0.1 km
Sunset View Park5 min drive - 3.0 km
Bay Street35 min drive - 46.2 km
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park35 min drive - 46.2 km
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island42 min drive - 56.0 km
Getting around
- Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)100 min drive
Restaurants
- Cabana Club Grill7 min drive
- Bonitos Boathouse7 min drive
- Ocean Point Grill8 min drive
- Fripp Island Food Court5 min drive
- The Sandbar on Fripp Island5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront! Quiet & Relaxing on South end of Tarpon, with magnificent sunsets! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Fripp Island holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Fripp Island Beach, Fripp Island Marina and Ocean Creek Golf Club. Sunset View Park and Davis Love Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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9.4
Cleanliness
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Location
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura m.
10 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We enjoyed our stay and hope to return again.
The sunsets are beautiful and location perfect for those who want to spend a lot of time on the beach. We had an AC issue but it was taken care of quickly,Thanks Kathy, for your help.
Laura m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joshua C.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic, Relaxing Stay
Our favorite beachfront house on Fripp. Ideal for R&R and enjoying the wildlife. Views of the sunrises and sunsets are hard to beat. Property hosts are very responsive and welcoming. Couldn’t be better in our opinion. Perfect.
Joshua C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janet M.
15 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janet
My family and I enjoyed this great house on beautiful Fripp Island! I highly recommend it for others to stay there. It is very comfortable for 3 couples with or without children. Fourth bedroom is loft with little privacy.
The house was well equipped with whatever you may need! Overall, our stay was very enjoyable!
Janet M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Jeff M.
22 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family beach trip
This is our 3rd year at the pink palace. We love the location. We love the proximity to the beach and the beauty of waking up with the waves and sunrise with a cup of coffee. Great place to hang with our adult kids. After three years, we thought we would have an update on appliances and things like icemaker. The place is outdated for the price that they are charging.
Jeff M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
william o.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Our second year at the Pink Palace. Couldn't have a better Fripp Island beach location. Coffee on the porch watching the waves and dolphins in the surf is a great way to start the day. Noticed some of the updates from last year including the linens, ceiling fans, and new paint. Kitchen is appropriately equipped. Love the outdoor shower. Already looking forward to next year.
william o.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aaron M.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach House
Great location right on the water
Aaron M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ellen G.
25 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the best! Clean, comfy, on the beach! Nothing better! Perfect!
Ellen G.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
William J.
9 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Solid beach house in a great location, fantastic views of ocean.
William J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancyhunter B.
24 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frippin’ Good Time!!
Great house, great location and great memories! We’ve stayed all over the island and this has been the best! The views, location and layout of house was great!
Nancyhunter B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Harriet M.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous vaca
It was awesome!
Harriet M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
We loved the deck and ocean views. The decor was dated but comfortable. The location was perfect with easy walks to the beach to see turtles and sunsets .
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
LANCE E.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome view & great porch
Kathy Folds was great & made the rental very easy
LANCE E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
7 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fripp Family Vacation
We rent this house every year for a family vacation. Truly the best house on the beach for our children and grandchildren. Stunning views from the wonderful outdoor porches.
Chris H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindy B.
14 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love, love! We’ve visited Fripp many times over 30 years. This house quickly became our favorite. Our host Kathy was quick to respond, the house was spacious and well appointed. Best location with a nearly private beach. Grandkids loved the wide beach and searching for crabs. Can’t wait till next year!
Cindy B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Willow L.
8 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house!
This house was so amazing, perfect amount of space and the perfect location. The ocean was so close! Everything in the house worked correctly and it was very clean when we arrived.
Willow L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David G.
10 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frippin on the 4th
Great stay and experience. Stunning views .... ocean, and the one major storm we had! Looking forward to next year already.
David G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff M.
20 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Excellent
Jeff M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kenni B.
1 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October 2020 family trip
Your property’s location is excellent. We had 6 adults, a 2 year old and 5 month old. Plenty of room for all. Was a great location for a family vacation! Love the deer, love Fripp!
Kenni B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
April vacation
I, my husband, MIL, 8 year old daughter and 12 year golden retriever stayed her for April vacation for the 2nd time. It was absolutely lovely and relaxing. Rooms were spacious and clean. Kitchen was well stocked with all the supplies needed to cook. You can’t beat the location, right on the beach and quiet! Can’t wait to come back!
Jessica S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Carol F.
21 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy beach access
Great views, very easy quick beach access. While babies napped inside I was still able to see family on the beach and enjoy views from large deck facing ocean. House was very clean! I gave four stars only because, if the kitchen and furniture were updated this would definitely be a five star stay. Kitchen is well stocked. There is plenty of lounge space for down time for a family of 10.
We would stay here again, for sure!!
Carol F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Mary Jo H.
11 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend at the Pink Palace
The location of this property is wonderful, with beautiful views and easy beach access. The deck overlooking the beach is a delightful place to sit. The arrangement of the house is good for family groups - 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms downstairs, and a loft with a bed and bathroom. The living area can accommodate about 8 people easily, and the dining table is huge. The house could use some updates and repairs, but there was nothing that interfered with our enjoyable weekend.
Mary Jo H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
5 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hello 2020!!!
We spend 4 nights and 5 days closing out 2019 and ringing in 2020. The home was comfortable, colorful and completely met our needs for being close to nature, doing some good cooking in the kitchen and spending time just relaxing and being together. We would definitely stay here again and hope to come back to Fripp Island.
Mary K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy B.
1 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise on the beach
Amazing! Amazing! Amazing in every way. The house was recently updated to perfection. The views, quiet, sunrises and beautiful beach did not disappoint. We love this vacation spot so much we will be back again and again.
Thank you to Kathy for being such a responsive and accommodating property manager. Needless to say this is our happy place for years to come.
Wendy B.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
24 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
April vacation
Myself, my husband, mother in law, 6 year old daughter and 10 year old Golden Retriever spent April vacation here. The house is gorgeous, spacious, clean and right on the beach. We had a wonderful time exploring the island and just relaxing. We cooked all our meals there and the kitchen had all the pots and pans and utensils we needed. My mother in law enjoyed the books and puzzles that were available to use. The host was very quick to respond to any questions we had. Highly recommend this property. Looking forward to booking this home again.
Jessica S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021