Private Island - Soulfully Peaceful Access to Nature & Wildlife Watching

Bluffton, South Carolina
$407 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Located on a private island within the gates of the Colleton River Club*, this cottage sits on one of the prettiest, most unique sites in the Hilton Head area. The 'Devil's Elbow Cottage' is nestled among ancient Live Oak trees overlooking the marshes and waters of the Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge.
Enjoy the best of both worlds. Experience the Lowcountry Bluffton / Hilton Head region of years past yet be a short drive from all of the shopping and amenities of one of the world's foremost resort areas.

This very comfortable cottage has high ceilings and large windows that create a light atmosphere and lets you enjoy this special setting. Built in 1992 and recently updated, this little house sits adjacent to the 'main' house. They are two of only three houses on the island.

Listen to the warblers in the oaks and the snapping shrimp in the marsh below as you doze off for your afternoon nap on the screened porch. Set the crab trap from the dock or cast a net for shrimp and enjoy the seafood bounty of the Lowcountry. Sight fish for Redfish from a kayak on the flats of the adjacent islands. See hhionthefly on youtube for fishing video filmed in our back yard!

If the natural world gets to be too much for you it is a ten minute drive to highway 278 and all of the shopping, dining, golf and beaches you could desire. Visit the galleries of Bluffton's old town. Take the beautiful drive to Charleston or spend a day in Savannah or Beaufort.

*Colleton River Club is a private community and the amenities are for the use of members and their guests only.

Keywords: waterfront, private, golf, tennis, dock, kayaking, boating, biking, nature walks

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Dock Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Tennis On Site Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping On A Private Island On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Lynn

    Submitted Jun 28, 2022

    Stayed Jun 24, 2022

    What a beautiful, peaceful and perfect property! We enjoyed nature on this little slice of Heaven, had fun fishing and just listening to all of sounds. The cottage was perfect, and the hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely return and highly recommend!

  • Walt U.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Enjoyed the property, the porch and dock were everyones favorites. Hope to return!

  • Gia H.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    My husband and I have been coming here for 4 years, we come here to just enjoy the quietness and tranquility. We do some fishing off the dock, we have seen dolphins swim by, caught a few shark, saw armadillo, deer, crocodile. Great trip! Owners, Peter and Leisa great! Thanks for sharing!

  • Holly H.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    Do private…abundant wildlife. Extremely peaceful. Very comfortable home. Would love to come back!!

  • Shannon D.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 14, 2025

    Host was fantastic and the cottage was a one of a kind getaway. only had 4 nights but felt like we were away for two weeks given the relaxing stay.

  • Paul T.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    Well appointed, charming and relaxing. A perfect get away. The hosts went above and beyond to make us comfortable and the home is clean, fully stocked and beautifully tranquil. Close to the action of Bluffton and Hilton Head, yet nestled into the nature of the low country. Thank you again for sharing your home. We will be back. Paul & Victoria

  • heather k.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay at Peter's charming cottage! We especially loved the views from the large windows, the spacious screened in porch and sunsets on the dock. This is truly a peaceful & secluded retreat. The cottage matched the description perfectly and was conveniently located just a short drive from shops, restaurants, and the beach. Peter was very responsive and shared great recommendations for exploring the surrounding areas. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and we’d definitely recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a serene getaway!

  • Ken C.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    Wonderful solitude and a beautiful property.

  • Richard H.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    Our family had a great time at the cottage! It was a private, lovely place in great condition. Very convenient to all we wanted to do. The host couldn’t have been more responsive. Excellent rental!

  • Gerri C.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    I’d prefer to keep this little piece of paradise a secret, but it certainly deserves a 10/10 review. The cottage is spotless, well-equipped, very comfortable. You’ll feel instantly at home. The serene surroundings will transport you back in time. Don’t come here to party loudly or spend hours attached to a digital device (although wifi is available). Lazing with coffee/wine on the porch is pure bliss. Quiet perfection. Glorious restaurants nearby, the KINDEST host on this planet, luxury bedding, stunning views. Not to mention - PAINTED BUNTINGS (IYKYK)! Book it.

  • Pam O.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2024

    Stayed Apr 11, 2024

    Loved being able to leave the rush behind and escape to this property! We used the provided cooler daily on our excursions and when we returned enjoyed quiet peaceful walks. Hosts were always prompt with replies to our questions. The screened porch was a favorite spot to listen to the birds and marsh life, a great experience!

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$407+
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