Not surprisingly, many who vacation on Hilton Head Island eventually decide to buy a home or villa on Hilton Head Island, as a second home to enjoy with family and friends or as a future retirement home. Real estate industry studies show that less than half of those who own beach houses or oceanfront condos purchased their properties with an intent to rent to vacationers. Yet more than 50% of these who do rent their homes are covering at least half their mortgage by renting, according to a 2009 study. If you think you might rent out your Hilton Head Island home, location is very important. Beach houses and condos in Sea Pines (especially those close to Harbourtown), Palmetto Dunes, North and South Forest Beach and Shipyard are very attractive to vacationers. Families who vacation on Hilton Head want to rent homes and condos that are close to the beach, have a pool and are tip top condition. If you're thinking about purchasing property on Hilton Head Island, I can help you assess its potential as a Hilton Head Island vacation rental.  Email or call Randy Smith 843-785-9500 (Toll Free 866-785-9501).

Oceanfront rental homes on Hilton Head Island may have small signs posted saying “Lights Out at Night, May 1-Oct. 31”.  This is because Hilton Head Island's 12 miles of beaches are home to Endangered loggerhead sea turtles. Lights shining on the beach can disorient the female turtles when they emerge from the ocean, dig holes in the sand, and deposit as many as 120 eggs on the upper part of the beach.  A light shining on the beach can also cause hatchlings leaving the nests to become confused, making them unable to find their way to sea. Hilton Head Island’s first sea turtle nest of 2010 hatched July 13!

Fox News ranked Hilton Head Island as the Number 1 Beach in the USA!!!  White sandy beaches, championship Tennis & Golf, Shops, Dining, miles of bike trails, did I mention the white sandy beaches?!!!  Hilton Head Island has been a favorite vacation destination for years.  If you are interested in learning more about Real Estate on Hilton Head Island, please contact me.  I can help answer questions on Hilton Head foreclosures and short sales.  If you want to purchase Hilton Head villas and condos, let me help you determine what areas best meet your needs.  Not all Hilton Head Real Estate is the same- the old saying location, location, location still applies.  I am proud to call Hilton Head Island home and I know first hand that the #1 Beach is the USA ranking is well deserved. 

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Trying to determine the best place to watch the fireworks while on Hilton Head Island?  There are three Hilton Head Island locations for fireworks.  Plan to arrive early as all the locations will be heavily populated.  Bring a blanket and/or some chairs.  Fireworks begin around 9:15PM and you can watch the fireworks at the following locations:

Harbour Town in Sea Pines while also enjoying some live entertainment under the Liberty Oak Tree.

Shelter Cove Community Park near the Palmetto Dunes entrance or right inside the Shelter Cove Marina with live entertainment.

Skull Creek Marina outside the Hilton Head Plantation Cypress (back) Gate near the Boathouse II and Chart House Restaurant (previously known as Charley's Crab).

I wish you a happy and safe Fourth of July!!  Please contact me if you would like to view any Hilton Head Island real estate while here on vacation.  View all properties in the Hilton Head MLS HERE.

I am often asked about pet friendly villas on Hilton Head Island. If you are a pet owner and interested in purchasing a Hilton Head Island condo, I would be happy to assist you. Some of Hilton Head's vacation villas allow pets for the owners and not for renters. In Sea Pines Plantation Hilton Head SC, owners are allowed pets at Ocean Course Villas and Lighthouse Rd Villas along with other Sea Pines Villas. Some pet friendly villas in Palmetto Dunes include Captain's Cove and Wendover Dunes villas. If you have a pet and are interested in purchasing Hilton Head real estate, please contact me at Randy@RandysRealEstate.com or visit me at www.RandysRealEstate.com

If you have not booked your summer vacation rental on Hilton Head Island yet, you need to act quickly! The best rental properties on Hilton Head Island usually book long before summer even starts.  Cancellations are rare and the busy season goes through the end of August.  There are so many great summer activities on Hilton Head Island, it's the perfect place to spend your summer vacation!  Some favorites include Summer Jams at Shelter Cove Park.  This runs from June 22- Aug 10, admission is free and the show starts at 7PM.  There are also performances by Shannon Tanner at Shelter Cove and Gregg Russell at the Liberty Oak in Sea Pines, Fireworks on Tuesday nights at Shelter Cove (come early and bring a blanket/chairs), and animal exhibits with the Coastal Discovery Museum.  These of course are in addition to great golf, tennis and beaches! Email Randy@RandysRealEstate.com if you need additional information on summer activities or Hilton Head Island Real Estate or Hilton Head Vacation Rentals.

The Hilton Head Island Tanger Outlet Center I renovation project is now underway.  Driving by, you would not even recognize it.  The buildings have been completely demolished and now the site is filled with bulldozers, dumptrucks, and cranes.  The Tanger Outlet Center II is still open and some of the shops from Center I have temporarily relocated to The Mall at Shelter Cove.  Shopping on Hilton Head Island has always been a favorite activity for locals and tourists alike.  Coligny Plaza near North Forest Beach has a collection of specialty shops including The Shell Shop, Boomerang Toys, and Carolina Nature Shop.  Swing by Sea Pines Plantation and visit the stores near Harbour Town like the Cinnamon Bear or the Harbourtown Lighthouse shop.  If you are interested in shopping Hilton Head Island Real Estate, contact Randy Smith.  In addition to over 30 years of Real Estate experience on Hilton Head Island, he also has passion.  He will help you sort through the available properties for sale to help you find what's best for you.  

The Sea Crest Villas are located on Forest Beach in Hilton Head Island.  This Oceanfront complex is a great place to spend your Hilton Head Island vacation.  Unlike some of the other oceanfront villa rentals on Hilton Head Island, The Sea Crest Villas features a health and fitness facility,  2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor swimming pool, baby pool, and outdoor jacuzzi.  In addition to all the amenities located on property, it  also has a prime location.  Located at Coligny Circle, you can easily walk to the new Coligny Beach Park with interactive water fountains, Coligny Plaza shops & dining.  1206 The Sea Crest Villa is currently available for rental or for sale.  It is a nicely decorated 3 bedrooms, 3 baths end unit villa with awesome views.  If you would like additional information on Hilton Head Island vacation rentals or rental investments, please feel free to contact me.  I would be happy to assist you.  I am very familiar with Hilton Head vacation rentals.  Randy@RandysRealEstate.com

I had the pleasure of spending the evening at South Beach Marina,Hilton Head Island SC the other night. It was great! I had my son and 2 other boys with me and we truly enjoyed the live music from the world famous Salty Dog Cafe. We danced in the web-cams and then enjoyed some ice-cream. The shops along South Beach Marina were busy as was the Land's End Tavern restaurant.

There were visitors and locals enjoying the great weather and water views. After our ice-cream, we headed over to the children's playground. My son pointed towards South Beach Club Villas and said "Mom, they are so lucky they can walk here every night". He was right. Even though we live on Hilton Head Island, SC being at South Beach Marina was a fun little getaway. There are several villa complexes that have a convenient South Beach Hilton Head Island location: Bluff Villas, South Beach Club Villas, Sound Villas, Beachside Tennis Villas, and Land's End (which are freestanding townhomes). There are also streets within walking distance and include Oceanfront Homes Hilton Head Island on Black Duck and Brown Pelican.     

If you're looking for the perfect place to start your life, relocate or retire to the good life, you can't beat Forest Beach located on Hilton Head Island.  The area is ideal for sitting back and enjoying life or you can be as active as you'd like with their endless activities.  You can find great Forest Beach Hilton Head homes located all over the island which is great for finding that perfect home.

Forest Beach Hilton Head homes are a great investment for anyone looking to live a care free low country lifestyle at the beach.  You can pick from a large assortment of condos, villas, and luxurious homes that meet all of your needs and expectations.  If you're not enjoying the beautiful weather and beach, you may enjoy stopping by the Coligny Plaza.  It offers shops, movie theater, dining, and more!

Sea Pines is one of the most beautiful communities located on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina.  As the first plantation on the island it calls the southern tip its home.  If you're looking to start your life, relocate, or retire here, check out Sea Pines foreclosures for great prices on luxurious property.  You can find your perfect home from Randy's Real Estate, you won't be disappointed.

Sea Pines foreclosures are a economical way to invest in some of the most luxurious property in the country.  You'll never get bored of exploring their five thousand acres of breath taking oceanfront and enjoying miles of clean, pristine beaches.  This is truly a low country gem.  You can find low prices on large homes, condos, villas, and more!  They offer oceanfront, beach view, and close to the beach property.

Hilton Head South Carolina is one of the most desired communities in the world.  Every year thousands of vacationers flock to the area and many decide to make this place their permanent residence.  If you're interested in investing in South Carolina property, let Randy's Real Estate help you find the perfect place with their easy to use Hilton Head MLS search.  You can custom browse thousands of properties with ease.

Hilton Head MLS is an easy way to browse many properties with a click of the mouse.  You can customize your searches based on what you're looking for, including residential, condo, or land property.  It's very convenient and saves a lot of time.  Some of these great Hilton Head communities are Sea Pines, Hilton Head Plantation, Indigo Run, Palmetto Hall, Shipyard, and more.  Get these properties while they're hot!

Palmetto Dunes is a gorgeous 2,000 acre beach front community that sits on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina.  Its outstanding location and charming community make this one of the most desired destinations on the east coast.  A great way to experience this luxurious lifestyle is checking out their Palmetto Dunes foreclosures.  This is a great opportunity to own some of the nicest property for a fraction of the cost.

Palmetto Dunes foreclosures are a great way for young people, families, and retirees to get some of the most desired property at reasonable rates.  Along with their clean wide beaches, they also offer a world class tennis facility and championship golf courses.  It's a great area to sit back and relax, live and raise a family, and to enjoy life to its fullest.  There is something here for everyone!

Calling all golfers & boaters!   Harbour Town Knock-out! Hang your golf clubs in this newly remodeled and nicely furnished end unit townhome located across from Harbour Town Golf Links. Relax outside in the large, private patio or spend the afternoon dining & shopping at the Harbour Town marina. For all the boaters, Harbour Town marina is just steps away from the private patio!  Unlike some other Ketch Court villas, there is no waiting for an elevator- enjoy the convenience of parking and walking right in. Great rentals, great location. View More Sea Pines Real Estate or search the entire Hilton Head Area MLS  824 Ketch Court Offered at $579,000 Email me for rental information or to schedule a showing.

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1112 Harbour South Club: Exquisite 4 bedroom, 4 full bath luxurious townhome w/garage in the heart of Harbour Town. A one of a kind residence with nearly 2,800 sf of beautifully remodeled & finely appointed living space.  Entry level features a welcoming foyer, sitting area, second master, full bath and morning bar. Explore the attention to detail throughout as you ascend the wainscoted staircase to the main level to discover the open living, dining and kitchen (w/walk-in pantry) areas leading to a covered veranda overlooking the pool – as well as a laundry room (w/drying closet), full bath, guest bedroom (or office). Located on the top level is the spacious master suite with sitting area leading to a covered balcony overlooking the pool,  two large walk-in closets with built-ins, and a bath with separate vanities, shower and whirlpool tub. Also on this level is a morning bar, guest bedroom & bath. Lancaster Real Estate Sales is proud to offered this townhome at $1,049,000.  For additional information, please contact Randy Smith at Randy@RandysRealEstate.com