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The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks

Villa in Daufuskie Island with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
In the heart of Melrose, with direct ocean views, The Captain's Choice offers a tranquil retreat just steps from the beach. Living Room and both bedrooms are ocean side with cable TV & wireless internet. Unwind on the large screen porch overlooking the ocean or enjoy your morning coffee watching sunrise over calm waters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Washer

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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.

The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks

2 bedroom, 2 baths, steps from the beach, sleeps 8 with inflatable queen mattress.
Clear to ocean view in Melrose with all the amenities of home. Living Room and both bedrooms are ocean side. Cable TV & wireless internet. 4 new HD tv's. New linens, pillows, bedcover and memory foam mattress pads. Both bedrooms have direct access to large, screened porch overlooking the ocean. Fully equipped, open kitchen.

Daufuskie Island is boat accessible only. Take a ferry or one of many private water taxis from Hilton Head, Bluffton or Savannah to get there. Your personal vehicle will be left at the departure location and a golf cart will become your means of transportation while visiting Daufuskie.

Enjoy your morning coffee watching the sunrise over the ocean from the large screen porch with rocking chairs, soft seating and a high-top dining table. Master bedroom has a King bed with a large private bathroom, 2 vanities, walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub and toilet. 2nd bedroom has 2 Queen beds with large private bath with double vanity, tub/shower, toilet. Both bedrooms have an ocean view and direct access to the screen porch. Also includes Queen size inflatable bed.

You will fall in love with Daufuskie Island on your first visit. It is a vacation like no other. The craziness of traffic, tourist and crowded beaches are not our idea of relaxing. Your Daufuskie Island vacation begins when you leave your vehicle on the mainland and board a ferry or private boat for a fun ride over to the Island where you can often see Dolphins. After a short 30-45 minute ride you are so relaxed and ready to kick back and truly enjoy all the nature, quiet beaches, long walks & golf cart rides.

Feel any stress in your life instantly go away with the soft breeze of the ocean air. Tour the island on your golf cart and enjoy the nature and peacefulness. You may see rare birds, alligators, deer, fox squirrels and more!

At a specific point on Daufuskie Island you can see Hilton Head, Savannah and Tybee Island, but those crowded beaches are in the distance as you enjoy a private beautiful beach. If you want to see more of the local living enjoy a meal at the Daufuskie Crab Company, at the Freeport Marina, D'Fuskie's Store Eatery & Bar, On-Deck Diner, at Daufuskie Island Distillery, Frye's Corner, Driftwood Diner or The Sportsman. Visit The Iron Fish, The Community Farm, The Daufuskie Island Distillery (Daufuskie Rum Company), Daufuskie Blues for indigo dying classes and beautiful merch, Boohags, "a coastal chic bootique", The Light House at Silver Dew Winery.
In addition to our beautiful beaches, the Melrose Pool is open (seasonal).

There is so much to experience on Daufuskie, and we hope you will enjoy The Captain's Choice and all Daufuskie has to offer as much as we do!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 elevators

Property is also known as

Villa
The Captain's Choice Ocean View with FREE 6 seater Golf Cart

About the neighborhood

Map
Daufuskie Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Calibogue Sound - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Daufuskie Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - ‬196 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬204 min drive
  • ‪The Crazy Crab - ‬198 min drive
  • ‪The Quarterdeck - ‬198 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe - ‬198 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks located?

Located in Melrose on the Beach, this villa is steps from Daufuskie Island Beach and Calibogue Sound. Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation Museum and Daufuskie Island Distillery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Captain's Choice - Unobstructed Ocean View - Best porch on Avenue of Oaks Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lance M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Captain’s Choice was absolutely the best choice! Extremely comfortable for the whole family, water views, quiet and felt like home! I highly recommend staying at this perfectly appointed villa!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful and had everything we needed. Terri was very responsive and attentive to our needs. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

An amazing villa for a fantastic 3 night get away. A beautifully decorated villa that was spacious and very clean. Communication was easy and prompt. The screened in porch was my favorite spot to enjoy coffee and start the day on island time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We enjoyed a four day stay at this ocean front spot. The owners were incredibly responsive and accommodating. The location is great, and the house was spotless with great amenities. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daufuskie getaway

Super clean place, best location of Dafuskie, dog & kid friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing family getaway

We had a great stay here (myself, my wife, 12 year old daughter and 10 year old son). This was a great location, and the villa was very nice. It had everything we needed. We enjoyed exploring the island and eating at the various restaurants. The hosts were kind very good at communicating through VRBO. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Wonderful cottage steps to pristine beaches. Cottage seemed brand new with every possible amenity. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and location!

Daufuskie Island is absolutely beautiful and peaceful! Captian's Cove was the perfect place to stay and the views were just amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lil E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic trip to Daufuskie!

Captains Choice was perfect! Not only was the condo spacious and equipped perfectly, the setting was ideal to enjoy the ocean view. We would stay there again…in fact we’re planning another visit right now! Thank you, Terri, for sharing your beautiful condo!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The house and the many amenities provided were perfect. Hosts were very helpful when needed. Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daufuskie get away

Lovely comfortable villa with a beautiful ocean view.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful property, lovely views, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to Melrose

House was beautiful and just a short walk to the beach. Property manager was very accommodating and helpful. All 5 stars from me!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

perry F.

Daufuskie island- where people go to forget

The villa was amazing and Easter Beach is a very special place on a very special island! Awesome spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I love Daufuskie Island!

Great experience at The Captains Choice! The property was clean and very private. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay at The Captain’s Choice!

This was our second time staying at The Captain’s Choice and we definitely plan to return! The house is very accommodating, the front porch facing the ocean is wonderful and the golf cart makes getting around the island the perfect adventure!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and relaxing

Our stay at the Captin’s Choice was perfect! Host was very responsive and gave us a great tips with the logistics of getting there as well as be accommodating with everything we might need during our stay. The place was clean and updated as well as spacious enough for our family. Thanks so much Terri! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daufuski Island Stay

The villa was beautiful. The screened in front porch was wonderful with a great view of ocean. Great location. Melrose pool was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L., Statesboro

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

We had a great time staying here. The weather was terrible but we made the most of it. Great view of the ocean from the every room in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunrise special

Sneaking over at sunrise to a beach just steps away is the most special part! Best condo on the island
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Clean, stylish, amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to rest!

Loved all but wished for more adult games like rummicub.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Daufuskie is unique and intriguing!! Beautiful natural beauty and rich in history!

This villa is fabulous! Gorgeous ocean view, beautifully decorated, large floorplan, perfectly clean and updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Place was great

This rental was great. Great location on the island. Very clean & the property manager Susan was very helpful. We’d definitely recommend this rental & will return at a later date.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Clean comfortable with a great view.

The Captains Choice was a wonderful place to relax and enjoy life. The view of the ocean, Hilton Head and Tybee Island is gorgeous. The villa itself was clean and comfortable. We hope to be able to have a longer stay in the near future.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2016