Cozy, Coastal Retreat! Minutes from Parris Island!

Port Royal, South Carolina
$275 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay


Welcome to the “Nelson House” your low country, townhome, escape in a quaint neighborhood within walking distance of Port Royal’s restaurants, shopping, and festivals and within 5 minutes of The Sand’s beach, boardwalk, and boat ramp. The home is also within 10 minutes of Historic downtown Beaufort and Parris Island and thirty minutes to Hunting Island State Park beach!
The Nelson House is located within steps to the Cypress Wetlands walking trail, where you can enjoy a boardwalk stroll and abundant wildlife viewing!
When you are not out exploring, relax on the front porch and enjoy a glass of sweet tea or grill in your private backyard. The home has an open and bright floor plan with oversized bedrooms and cozy gas logs.
We purchased the Nelson House in 2024 and it boasted 65, 5-star reviews with its previous owner! Come enjoy the Nelson House and the best the low country has to offer!

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Locally Sourced Food Is Prioritized Recycling
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • terrence

    Submitted Apr 20, 2026

    Stayed Apr 16, 2026

    We had a great stay here! Very nice setup, a real kitchen with dishware, cookware (so many places don't) AND Brad was very accommodating and responsive to our pet and trip needs. Having the wetlands next door and being able to see a fantastic rookery in full nesting action was over the top! Definitely coming back!

  • Maria

    Submitted Mar 7, 2026

    Stayed Mar 4, 2026

    Excellent

  • Katrina

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    When visiting Parris Island Marine base for our granddaughter’s graduation, this place was the perfect rental. Super clean, convenient location & comfortable. Excellent!

  • Sara S.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 11, 2026

    We stayed here for our nephews Marine Corps boot camp graduation. It’s really close to Parris Island, it was super clean, pet friendly, next door to a nature trail that we walked daily, and the host provided a park pass to hunting island which was amazing! 10/10 would recommend! Thanks so much!

  • Felix P.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2026

    Stayed Jun 4, 2026

    We enjoyed our stay. The home is very clean and comfortable. The host was very responsive to our questions and the kitchen has modern appliances. The home is located minutes from the beach and the Parris Island Marine Corps base.

  • Shirley M.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2026

    Stayed May 27, 2026

    Really enjoyed this property, great location, very quiet and clean. Will book again

  • Kim K.

    Submitted May 24, 2026

    Stayed May 16, 2026

    This is the second time we have stayed at this location for a week long stay. We truly love the layout and it's proximity to different places in Port Royal. Brad, the owner, is super nice. I would highly recommend renting this space.

  • Michael R.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2026

    Stayed Apr 23, 2026

    Centrally located. Great communication with host.

  • Michelle L.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    Our family had a great time at this home! The home has everything you need. The beds, bedding, and pillows were the best I've ever slept on at a VRBO. The house is also steps away from the rookery and we were able to hear the birds and walk to see them every morning and evening. We also really appreciated the state park pass and were able to go to Hunting Island and Hilton Head. Our family will definitely be looking to rent this home again for future trips!

  • Submitted Apr 5, 2026

    Stayed Apr 3, 2026

    Very clean cozy beach get away home! We were able to walk right to breakfast every morning. Everything was excellent!

  • Tim Y.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2026

    Stayed Mar 20, 2026

    We really enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable for our weekend getaway. We loved the state park pass too!

  • Sharon J.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2026

    Stayed Mar 10, 2026

    Great location!

  • Jason K.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    Very nice duplex. It had all of the amenities needed and is walking distance to the shops and Cyprus Wetlands. We will definitely stay here again. The host is very kind and responsive.

  • Nikola A.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2026

    Stayed Jan 21, 2026

    Great location to go watch my son graduate boot camp at Parris Island. Not too far from base and had wonderful little restaurants near to try.

  • Abel P.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    Home was very clean and provided everything needed, such as towels, soap and shampoo, all kitchen utensils, coffee etc..very nice clean home.

  • Hiciana M.

    Submitted Jan 10, 2026

    Stayed Jan 7, 2026

    Amazing stay , everything beautiful and clean. Lovely home to welcome my new Marine

  • Luis L.

    Submitted Dec 6, 2025

    Stayed Dec 4, 2025

    The host was welcoming and responded quickly to text messages. Amenities were fantastic and 11 minutes away from Parris Island. Very convenient location to shopping and food.

  • Tammy G.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2025

    Stayed Nov 12, 2025

    Everything!! Location was perfect, a short 10 minute drive to Parris Island and walking distance to local restaurants and shops! Being from Louisiana where alligators are common to us, we enjoyed watching others, watch the alligators behind the property! Could not have found any other location to accommodate us any better. Highly recommended for those attending ceremonies at US. Marine Corps Parris Island SC

  • AMANDA H.

    Submitted Nov 28, 2025

    Stayed Nov 24, 2025

    Exactly what we needed we stay the week, attended my sons marine graduation then he came an stayed with his family at the house everything was perfect!

  • Paige D.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2025

    Stayed Nov 4, 2025

    Convenient check in. Great Communication and so close to Parris Island.

  • Jimmy L.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Amazing communication from our host and a great location for our visit to watch our son graduate boot camp. Only 5 minutes away from the checkpoint on Parris Island and had everything that would could possibly need already stocked! Beautiful, cozy home in a nice neighborhood with trails and a very nice park within walking distance for the kids to get the zoomies out! Overall great experience. If you’re looking to find a place close to the Marine Corps Depot, or just visiting the area, highly recommended!

  • Angie E.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Clean and comfortable home. Close to nature trail and dining. Very close to Parris Island.

  • emily b.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    The house was so cozy and stocked with anything you would need for your stay. The close proximity to the small town was a huge bonus for my family. We enjoyed being able to walk to lunch and breakfast. Being ablento walk the trails of the wetlands practically in the backyard was out favorite part.

  • Laura T.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Highly recommend!

  • Dustin M.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Clean and well appointed space. Easy communication and convenient to Parris Island and eating places in quiet neighborhood.

  • LG

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    Excellent property. Well maintained and exceptionally clean. The location is walking distance to restaurants.I would definitely stay here again.

  • Marisol A.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    Thank you for making my stay simple and easy!! I love the place!!! I recommend it. Even for just a getaway.

  • Alissa L.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay! It was a perfect location in Port Royal with everything we needed just a short walk away. There was an excellent kitchen too which made it so easy to prepare a meal. We would most definitely stay again!

  • George M.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    The property is close to all the local fun at port royal. Beautiful home with wonderful neighbors.

  • Marie M.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 20, 2025

    We loved how close it was to the Marine base. The house was clean and had everything we needed for the time we were there. Host was very responsive and helpful. Thank you!

  • Kim D.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    2nd stay at this property. Great location for exploring Port Royal.

  • Alana M.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Lovely home, great neighborhood, well-stocked and close to everything!

  • Tabitha C.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    We came down for graduation at Parris Island for our son. We were 10 minutes from the main gate on base. It was so easy to get there from the house. Lots of places to eat and the neighborhood was super quiet. Would recommend for anyone looking for a nice place to stay.

  • Joyce B.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    The place is in an amazing location to check out the beaches and right next door to the marsh walk. It had everything you could possibly need and is beautiful! Don't hesitate to book here!!

  • Matthew E.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Great place in a great location. Walkable to Samds Beach and Fishcamp on 11th. The house was clean and well equipped. Communication was outstanding.

  • ashley c.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    This was a great place to stay. Conveniently located to Parris Island, restaurants, and stores. We appreciated how well-stocked things were for anything we might have forgotten. :)

  • Carlene W.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    This beautiful, well appointed, CLEAN townhome was the perfect home base for a visit to the area. Our trip was a Memorial weekend girlfriend getaway. The location is a short drive to Beaufort, Paris Island, and Hilton Head.We pulled up to the house which has parking right out front for 2 vehicles, located in a quiet neighborhood, walkable to a few restaurants and a nice playground.We were so happy we picked this VRBO unit. My friend and I kept commenting on how clean the house was. The pictures are accurate but doesn't capture the charm and beautiful decorations. The first floor has a comfortable living room/dining room. The kitchen was so well equipped and CLEAN. There is a half bath on the first floor as well. The kitchen had all the utensils, pots, pans that we needed to cook at home. The kitchen has a carafe/pod machine. There was also a good supply and variety of pods. Kitchen is updated and the washer/dryer combo is on the first floor as well. Upstairs were two bedrooms and a full bath. The bedroom to the right has a king bed that is quite comfortable. My girlfriend stayed in that room and kept saying how comfortable the bed was. The bedroom to the left also has a king bed with a firmer mattress (which I love) so I had great sleep as well. My room to the had the twin over regular bunk and there was great space in the room with all three beds. I didn't feel crowded staying in there. The house can comfortably fit 2 adult couples and 2 kids. You wont regret staying.

  • Yvette L.

    Submitted May 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 29, 2025

    Our stay was the best air b&b experience I have had I think in ever it was like I left home and went home. My family and I went down for my daughter’s graduation from the marines in Paris Island so if you are looking to book for that reason this property is very close and very spacious for a two bedroom. The instructions were very clear I had no issues getting in the house smelled great when you walk in very very clean and well stocked. Things that I thought that I would need to bring “already there” like tissue, paper towels, cleaning supplies, air freshener, trash bags literally everything. Everything worked “WIFI JUMPING” beautiful quiet street Literally no noise. I believe this neighborhood is filled with retired people just riding around on their golf carts enjoying the weather. One house down they have a trail that you can walk and see different types of birds and animals alligators turtles just amazing to see and people are there just to take pictures, Ahh it was great. My kid locked us out incidentally and I was able to get the host on the phone and get right in, in a matter of minutes. If I could rate this property higher it would be a ten star for me we had a great time and was very comfortable thank you so much.

  • Janice D.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 23, 2025

    The condo was exactly as advertised and more. It was beautiful, comfortable and accommodating in every way. We fully utilized every aspect inside and out. The home is very close to Parris Island for graduations and restaurants for enjoyment. It’s walking distance to quaint town for food or shopping. We enjoyed our stay immensely.

  • Luz O.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2025

    Stayed Apr 8, 2025

    Love this place perfect for 6 people! Had everything even games and coffee selection. Very close to Parris Island Marine depot!

  • Kim D.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    Wonderful location! Ate in one evening and was very impressed with well stocked kitchen. Loved the abundance of towels.

  • Angela H.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Property was just as we expected! It was a great weekend!!

  • Anita A.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 1, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay in this cozy, charming home in Port Royal. Only 10 minutes from Parris Island, which was great. Just a few steps away from the Cypress Wetlands where we could enjoy an early morning walk along the wooden bridges and pathways. The home was extremely clean and we had everything we needed for the week. Brad was excellent with communication and so pleasant. Highly recommend.

  • Enoch R.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2025

    Stayed Mar 23, 2025

    This townhouse literally around corner from probably best bird Rookery on the east coast. Cypress Gardens has amazing close up experience with all sorts storks, herons and egrets, plus turtles and alligators. And not an amusement park or zoo, these are wild animals that grown up with humans around them, so just ignore you. It also short drive to Beaufort and the ocean. Can even take day trip to Hilton head or even Savanah or Charleston. Townhouse itself was clean and modern.

  • Angie E.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    This was our second time staying at this cozy home and we hope to be back soon. It has everything needed while away. It is very close to Parris Island which is the reason for our trips. The host is very friendly and quick to respond to questions. We highly recommend this VRBO.

  • Cindy K.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    Overall excellent stay and area to visit. We would return again. The kitchen could be a little better stocked

  • angela w.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2024

    Stayed Dec 24, 2024

    My husband and I enjoyed our stay in Port Royal. Our location was in close proximity to everything. We will definitely rent again!

  • Catie D.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    This rental is fantastic, it met every need we had. Just an absolute pleasure to stay here, I would def stay here again and recommend to anyone. Having the boardwalk literally in your backyard was amazing. We went walking everyday. Sometimes twice a day. Just an overall fantastic stay. Thank you for making our trip wonderful.

  • Michael H.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 30, 2024

    The property was excellent. It was spotless, wonderful location and well maintained. My interactions with the owner were excellent.

  • Amanda C.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay! Easy and convenient for travel to the Marine Corps. Base!

  • Darlene R D.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    Instead of trying to get several hotel rooms, I chose to get a home through VRBO for our family to stay together. We were attending my nephews graduation from Parris Island and it was a great place to be and not be on top of each other. Someone could watch TV downstairs while the others slept undisturbed upstairs. The home was very inviting, clean, comfortable and just as shown on the website. The property manager was very kind and quick to respond. He answered anyall questions completely. We only wish we had been able to stay a little longer to enjoy the area. The only downside (which has nothing to do with this wonderful home or owner) is trying to get transportation to and from airports, the base and actually anywhere. Thank you for adding to the wonderful time we had visiting your city.

  • Lindsay B.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    The location was great and the home had everything needed for nice getaway! We would definitely stay again if in the area.

  • M H.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    Excellent place to stay while in town for my nephew’s graduation. Paris Island was minutes away. Plenty of amenities around for anything you need. House was clean and in a nice neighborhood. And a nice nature trail right next door that we got the check out. Would recommend this property to anyone

  • Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    There were five of us that stayed here for a couple of nights for my son’s Marine graduation. It’s maybe a 6 minute drive to Parris Island. Great location from the island. The house has everything we needed, stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, linens. We didn’t have to bring anything accept a few groceries of course. Very clean. They do have WiFi at the house. My internet service on my phone would not work anywhere else besides at the house with WIFI. Everyone else I spoke to in that area also had bad cell service. The owner was fast to respond when we had a question. The house is right next to a walking wooden bridge where we got to see some alligators, that was really cool. Many of the people we ran into in the area were also there for a graduation. Port Royal Boat Landing is maybe a mile from the house. It has a beautiful walking bridge there where we seen a dolphin. It also has some beach front. It was a really nice stay. The town has an old timey feel to it which I loved. I’m very happy we chose this spot for our trip.

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