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Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool
VILLA WIRD AKTUELL KOMPLETT RENOVIERT - NEUE BILDER KOMMEN BALD !!!
Diese Villa mit 1 Schlafzimmer verfügt über eine voll ausgestattete Küche, einen kombinierten Wohn- und Essbereich sowie ein separates Schlafzimmer mit einem Kingsize-Bett und einem Badezimmer. Dieses Gerät hat auch ein Queen-Size-Schlafsofa im Wohnzimmer. Im Flur gibt es eine Schlafkoje für ein kleines Kind. Der Balkon vor dem Wohnzimmer bietet einen direkten Blick auf das Meer.
Jede Einheit in Ocean Dunes verfügt über WLAN.
Der Ocean Dunes, Oceanfront Pool ist jetzt ein beheizter Pool, der das ganze Jahr über sieben Tage die Woche geöffnet ist. Die Temperatur wird auf 82 Grad eingestellt, das ist der Industriestandard. Die Öffnungszeiten des Pools sind von 9.00 Uhr bis Sonnenuntergang.
Sie haben außerdem kostenlosen Zugang zum Player's Club Fitnesscenter, das über eine komplette Trainingseinrichtung und einen beheizten Innenpool verfügt.
Der Ocean Dunes Complex ist ein Anwesen direkt am Meer, etwa 70 Meter vom Strand entfernt, am South Forest Beach Drive und nicht weit von der Coligny Plaza und dem Coligny Beach Park entfernt.
** Rufen Sie für Preise und Verfügbarkeit an, es können einige Einschränkungen gelten **
Ausstattung der Unterkunft
Strand
Strandnähe
Pool/Wellnessbereich
Beheizter Pool
Gemeinschaftspool
Internet
In der Ferienwohnung verfügbar: kostenloser Internetzugang per WLAN
Küche
Eiswürfelbereiter
Geschirrspüler
Herdplatte
Kochgeschirr, Geschirr und Besteck
Kücheninsel
K ühlschrank
Mikrowelle
Ofen
Toaster
Wasserkocher für Kaffee/Tee
Gastronomisches Angebot
Esstisch
Schlafzimmer
Bettwäsche wird bereitgestellt
Schlafsofa
Schlafzimmer
Badezimmer
1 Badezimmer
Badewanne oder Dusche
Haartrockner
Handtücher werden bereitgestellt
Wohnräume
Esstisch
Unterhaltung
Smart-TV mit Kabel-/Satellitensendern
Außenbereiche
Balkon
Grill
Wäschepflegeausstattung
Wäscherei
Komfort
Heizung
Klimaanlage
Haustiere
Keine Haustiere erlaubt
Eignung/Barrierearmut
Fahrstuhl
Nichtraucherunterkunft
Serviceleistungen und Annehmlichkeiten
Bügeleisen/Bügelbrett
Zimmerreinigung nur an bestimmten Tagen
Attraktionen des Ortes
Direkt am Wasser gelegen
In der Nähe eines Krankenhauses gelegen
In der Nähe eines Shopping-Outlets gelegen
In Meernähe gelegen
Aktivitäten
Beheizter Pool
Fahrräder
Golf
Kajak
Optionale Golf-Vorteile
Schiff
Tennis
Angeln in der Nähe
Golf in der Nähe
Jetskifahren in der Nähe
Möglichkeiten zum Surfen/Bodyboarden in der Nähe
Schnorcheln in der Nähe
Schwimmen in der Nähe
Segeln in der Nähe
Wasserski in der Nähe
Windsurfen in der Nähe
Sicherheitsvorrichtungen
Kein Kohlenmonoxidmelder angegeben (der Gastgeber hat nicht angegeben, ob in der Unterkunft ein Kohlenmonoxidmelder vorhanden ist; bringe ggf. einen tragbaren Melder mit)
Kein Rauchmelder angegeben (der Gastgeber hat nicht angegeben, ob in der Unterkunft ein Rauchmelder vorhanden ist)
Du erhältst vom Gastgeber eine E-Mail mit Angaben zu Check-in und Check-out.
Von der Unterkunft zur Verfügung gestellte Informationen werden ggf. mit automatischen Übersetzungstools übersetzt.
Haustiere
Haustiere sind nicht erlaubt.
Kinder und Zustellbetten
Kinder sind herzlich willkommen.
Veranstaltungen
Veranstaltungen sind nicht gestattet
Rauchen
Rauchen ist nicht gestattet
Wichtige Informationen
Wissenswertes
Diese Unterkunft wird von einem professionellen Gastgeber verwaltet. Die Vermietung erfolgt zu gewerblichen, geschäftlichen oder beruflichen Zwecken.
Für zusätzliche Personen fallen möglicherweise Gebühren an, die abhängig von den Bestimmungen der Unterkunft variieren können.
Beim Check-in werden ggf. ein Lichtbildausweis und eine Kreditkarte, Debitkarte oder Kaution in bar für unvorhergesehene Aufwendungen verlangt.
Je nach Verfügbarkeit beim Check-in wird versucht, Sonderwünschen entgegenzukommen, sie können jedoch nicht garantiert werden. Eventuell fallen zusätzliche Gebühren an.
Partys oder Gruppenveranstaltungen sind auf dem Gelände der Unterkunft streng verboten.
Der Gastgeber hat nicht angegeben, ob es in der Unterkunft einen Kohlenmonoxidmelder gibt; wir empfehlen, einen tragbaren CO-Melder mitzubringen.
Der Gastgeber hat nicht angegeben, ob es in der Unterkunft einen Rauchmelder gibt.
Diese Unterkunft verfügt über Außenbereiche wie Balkone oder Terrassen, die möglicherweise nicht für Kinder geeignet sind. Bei Bedenken wende dich am besten vor deiner Ankunft direkt an die Unterkunft, um sicherzustellen, dass dir ein passendes Zimmer zur Verfügung gestellt wird.
Diese Unterkunft wird von unserem Partner FeWo-direkt/Vrbo verwaltet. Du erhältst eine E-Mail von FeWo-direkt/Vrbo mit einem Link zu deinem Kundenkonto, in dem du deine Buchung ändern oder stornieren kannst.
Zur Gegend
Diese Wohnung befindet sich am Strand und liegt in der Gegend South End, einem Stadtviertel von Hilton Head. Shelter Cove Harbour und Palmetto Dunes Club sind einen Ausflug wert, wenn du etwas Aufregendes erleben möchtest. Wer lieber die Natur der Region bewundern möchte, sollte Folgendes besuchen: Coligny Beach und Singleton Beach (Strand). Ebenfalls einen Besuch wert sind diese beiden Highlights: The Sandbox und Lawton Stables. Beim Jetskifahren, beim Schnorcheln und beim Wasserskifahren finden Wasserratten in der Nähe genug Abenteuer rund ums kühle Nass. Zum Reiseführer für Hilton Head
Flughafen Hilton Head Island (HHH) – 25 Fahrminuten
Restaurants
Tiki Hut
13 Gehminuten
The Sandbar Beach Eats
14 Gehminuten
Fish Seafood & Raw Bar
18 Gehminuten
Circle K
14 Gehminuten
Hinchey's Chicago Bar & Grill
16 Gehminuten
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Hat Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool einen Pool?
Ja, diese Unterkunft verfügt über einen Pool. Zum Poolangebot gehört ein beheizter Pool.
Ist Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool haustierfreundlich?
Nein, in dieser Unterkunft sind Haustiere nicht erlaubt.
Wann ist der Check-in bei Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool?
Check-in ab: 16:00 Uhr.
Wann ist der Check-out bei Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool?
Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.
Wo befindet sich Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool?
Diese Ferienwohnung liegt am Strand und ist dank der hervorragenden Lage (South End) nur 2 km entfernt von: Coligny Beach und Coligny Plaza (Einkaufszentrum). Ebenfalls höchstens 15 Minuten entfernt: Lowcountry Celebration Park und Sea Pines Forest Preserve.
Bewertungen von Ocean Dunes Villa 219 - Beobachten Sie den Delphin in der Brandung! Beheizter Pool
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Bewertungen
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Kelly Z.
25. Juli 2023
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Wonderful
Exactly as pictured! We enjoyed the location and updated amenities!
Kelly Z.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2023
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Larry B.
18. Juli 2023
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Ocean Dunes 219
Nice, quiet oceanfront condo. Small but modern and clean with everything you need. Would recommend for 2 adults and small child. Would be tight quarters for more. Excellent location.
Larry B.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2023
Verifizierte Bewertung
8/10 – Gut
Lori M.
5. Juli 2025
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Great week
We had a great week! Great location! Condo was great except for the smell when we got there. We had to purchase air fresheners to help. I think the smell is due to the air conditioning. Kind of a musty smell that lingered even with the air fresheners.
Lori M.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Juni 2025
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
6/10 – Okay
David H.
16. Sept. 2024
Over rated
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very 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:
The view and location is terrific. The beach was the best. The room itself needs updating. There was a terrible smell when we first arrived and the furniture was dirty and smelly. They did come in to clean the furniture 3 days into our rental. We did buy air fresheners to help. The kitchen was cluttered with to much equipment and no place to store dry groceries in the cupboards. Get rid of all the accent pillows that are of no use. The hand towel holder in the bathroom was loose and we were afraid it would fall off. Also no where to put your shampoo, soaps and accessories in the bathtub. Vacation Time rental was very responsive to our needs and concerns but we feel the this unit wasn’t worth the headache.
David H.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
A guest from Greenville, SC
20. Aug. 2024
Great 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:
Enjoyed our stay the unit was clean and in a good location. No complaints whatsoever.
A guest from Greenville, SC
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
A guest from Greenville, SC
19. Aug. 2024
Great 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:
Enjoyed our stay the unit was clean and in a good location. No complaints whatsoever.
A guest from Greenville, SC
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
8/10 – Gut
Julia C.
5. Aug. 2024
Good condo
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than 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:
The newly decorated condo had all the amenities except for a comfortable place to sleep. King size bed very soft and lumpy and air conditioner blows directly on one of the people sleeping in the bed.
Julia C.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Nancy W.
27. Mai 2024
Wonderful!
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:
We love Ocean Dunes, great views and beach access, close to coligny, but far enough for the beach to be less crowded. As for the unit, we enjoyed the neutral decor, nice updates. Kitchen set up was good. The only thing that wasn't so good for us, and this is personal preference, the couch and bed were soft, you sink into. The bed did offer some support underneath the soft. Again, personal preference.
Nancy W.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Ron B.
26. Apr. 2024
Another Great 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:
As always, we enjoyed another great vacation in Hilton Head. We have been vacationing in Hilton Head for 33 years, and have always used VTHHI. We have always received great service from their staff and we plan to return for year 34. Our unit was clean, well equipped, and very comfortable.
Ron B.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
8/10 – Gut
Debbie J.
12. Sept. 2023
Clean and convenient
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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 do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our week long stay . The bed was comfortable and kitchen adequately appointed for a studio kitchen . The unit appears to have been recently updated . The view was great . We were disappointed to find there was no washer . It was not mentioned but I saw a communal laundry room as we were checking out .. I would offer to update to a keyless entry with an auto lock It is doubtful o will stay again due to laundry .
Debbie J.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Jenny C.
28. Juni 2023
Best as always
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:
I would never stay anywhere else on the Island. The details on there site was as described. Property had been renovated and was beautiful and very clean. I would highly recommend any of there villas.
Jenny C.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
8/10 – Gut
KATHY C.
17. Juni 2023
Perfect Unit For The Beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This trip was an adventure. We have been coming to Hilton Head for 30 years and I have to say I guess for one thing we picked the wrong week. The weather was absolutely terrible. We had what I call a sand storm. The sand was blowing sideways across the beach. Great exfoliation for the legs. Then there was the rain and more rain plus 50-60 degree temperatures and the strong winds. We had to wear jackets most of the time. (this was Mother Nature she was in control). The pool is clean and well maintained and the pool temperature is perfect. The unit was nice and clean. It had almost every appliance, cookware, utensil you would need. One interesting aspect of our stay in this unit is last year we stayed in this same unit for exact same week and the price increased from $2186 to $2642. When I booked I was wondering what the improvements would be for such an increase. There were no improvements I could see so I guess it was "Charge customer to the limit". The unit next door was being remodeled so we heard banging on the wall and saws running. I guess you have to remodel sometime LOL it just happened to be our week. I was walking down our hall to the bedroom and to my surprise I came face to face with an exterminator coming into the unit. I think the mattress needs an upgrade. You kind of sink into a worn area from use, maybe it needs to be flipped for even wear. One improvement that I think could be made is adding a bar to touch or some sort of anti-slip material to the bathtub-shower. It is so slick it is an accident waiting to happen. This is a very nice clean unit. The view is spectacular and they have very nice balcony furniture with elevated seating to further increase your views of the ocean. Hilton Head is a wonderful place to visit and we will be coming back for many years to come. I would recommend this unit.
KATHY C.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Ron B.
22. Apr. 2023
Another Great 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:
This was our 32nd year vacationing on Hilton Head and, once again, it didn't disappoint us. The staff at VTHHI are terrific and most accommodating (Stephanie, Jimmy, Michael and Kristin). Our unit was clean and most enjoyable.We wouldn't rent with anyone else but VTHHI and have already booked our same unit for next year.
Ron B.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
A guest from Kingston, ON
21. Feb. 2023
Wonderful vacation, amazing accommodations!
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:
We enjoy staying at The Ocean Dunes as it is close enough to walk to Coligny Circle, nearby restaurants and shops. Rooms overlook the pool and out to the ocean. Our unit was very well equipped which made our stay even more enjoyable. There were lots of cooking implements, dishes and glassware for our daily use. The decor was modern and comfortable and made us feel at home!The registration and checkout were easy with the staff at Vacation Time. We have already booked to return next year!
A guest from Kingston, ON
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Charles D.
24. Okt. 2022
A guest from Palatine, Il
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Love Ocean Dunes! Been staying there for every vacation to HHI for over 30 years. Office personnel are the helpful and accommodating!
Charles D.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
A guest from Washington, DC
25. Sept. 2022
Great view of the Atlantic Ocean
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:
My vacation at Hilton Head was awesome. This was not my first stay at this property. It was everything I expected. I use a cane for walking and I would like to see the property include handicapped rooms
A guest from Washington, DC
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Sandra F.
19. Juli 2022
Great Place
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:
Beautiful view! Very nicely updated. I almost don’t wanna say anymore because I want to keep this place to ourselves.
Sandra F.
Verifizierte Bewertung
8/10 – Gut
Liz M.
8. Juli 2022
Gut: Sauberkeit, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Relaxing time at the beach
Condo was exactly as pictured. Bed was comfy. Only 1 pool, and I did think both pools pictured were part of the property. I’ve rented a lot from VRBO and I’ve never had to stop by a rental office to retrieve keys before and there was a long line of other checking in as it was a holiday. Office fold were nice and organized, it went quickly, but after being in the car all day, I value immediate access with a door code.
Owners responded right away with any questions.
Liz M.
Aufenthalt von 6 Nächten im Juli 2022
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
JR and Kathy M.
22. Apr. 2022
Hilton Head
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:
We always look forward to our time in Hilton Head. The accommodations and staff at Vacation Time are the best. They are always accommodating and professional. Our family has worked with them for years and all our experiences have been positive.
JR and Kathy M.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Ron B.
22. Apr. 2022
Another Great 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:
This is the 31st year we have been coming to Hilton Head and have always stayed at Vacation Time of HH rentals.It is always a pleasure to rent a unit from them. The staff does a great job of making you feel welcome and ALWAYS attending to anything you need.The units we have stayed in over the years have consistently been clean and well equipted. We loved our unit this year and have already booked our stay for next year.Thanks to Stephanie, Jimmy, Michael and Kristin for their great work. We are already looking forward to our return next year.
Ron B.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Sharon L.
7. März 2022
Ocean Dunes 219
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:
Beautiful updated oceanfront condo! The view from condo is wonderful. Easy walk to beach...only steps away. Walking or biking distance to restaurants and shops. Condo very clean and had everything we needed. Will return soon!
Sharon L.
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Christi J.
13. Nov. 2021
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Nice Little Villa
We enjoyed our stay here ~ it was very neat and clean. A little smaller than we are used to, but it was fine with just the 2 of us. Tastefully decorated and well kept. Would rent again.
Christi J.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im November 2021
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Thomas K.
4. Nov. 2021
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Property hunting
The condo was perfect for my stay. It was clean and amazing location with great views of the ocean and ease of getting to the beach. The pool was older but great and made me realize this is the type of property I would buy!
Thomas K.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Oktober 2021
Verifizierte Bewertung
8/10 – Gut
Kelly T.
26. Okt. 2021
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
anniversary trip
Overall it was a great long weekend. The weather was perfect for late October. The condo was just what we needed for the two of us. I could see where it would have been a little cramped for a family of four. The renovations were nicely done. Everything was clean and well kept. We had everything we needed! The view was amazing, close walk to the beach and the pool was just right! The only reason for not giving 5 stars would be that it is an older unit with 2 separate split ac window type units that didn't want to stay on for very long but that could have just been the milder temps and it leaves the unit with a "older musty" smell. But you really can't expect anything more than that when it's an older place on the beach that stays damp from salt air year round. It would definitely be a place we would come back to. Rental staff was easy to get along with and very accommodating.
Kelly T.
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Oktober 2021
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Suzanne R.
27. Sept. 2021
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Great location and nicely decorated
We really enjoyed it, just surprised with the added expenses