Kiawah Island in South Carolina is the playground and residence of upper-class Southerners. This barrier island boasts 10 mi (16.1 km) of unspoiled coastline between the Kiawah River and the Atlantic Ocean. The lovely coast is lined with mansions surrounded by sprawling lands filled with woodlands and wildlife. This highly exclusive island limits its lands to its elite homeowners, therefore, hotels are quite rare. Instead, the island offers The Sanctuary, an elegant high-class resort with an old Southern charm that welcomes tourists.
Golfers are also frequent guests on this island as it is home to five world-class golf courses, one of which is Ocean Course. Moreover, Kiawah is home to dog-friendly beaches that are open year-round. When visiting the island with your pets, you should book the best pet-friendly rentals in Kiawah Island, South Carolina, by reading our list below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 31, 2024.
1. Luxurious home with a private pool (from USD 673)
This home offers luxurious lodgings for a huge family. It features high ceilings, tall bay windows, and spacious rooms with chic furniture. The house has several indoor and outdoor seating areas where they can relax and enjoy the lush scenery. Guests can take a dive into the outdoor lap pool and play with their pets on the fenced-in patio and pool deck.
Guests must first get the host’s approval before paying the non-refundable pet fee of 125 USD. The fees must be paid prior to their arrival. Long-haired dogs that shed are not exempted. All pets are not allowed inside the pool. Moreover, exotic pets such as ferrets, snakes, sugar gliders, and others are not accepted.
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beautiful large pool and deck area to grill out and dinegreat pool and deck with a grillspacious home with ample sleeping arrangements and a gorgeous poolthe pool is one of the greatest pools we’ve seen in all of our airbnb travelsbeds were very comfortableCleanliness:
jayne place was beautiful clean and so invitingthe place was cleaneverything we needed to clean and cook withproperty is lovely clean spacious and stocked with all the necessitiesit was very well appointed exceptionally clean and felt like homeHost:
jayne is a delightful hostowner very responsive and good communicatorjayne was very communicative to make sure we had everything we neededthis place was awesome jayne is a great hostjayne was very helpful and responsive during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location house and poolgreat pool and convenient locationgood proximity to shops and beachamazing location and perfect for a big groupfantastic location and amazing tucked away property with an awesome pool setup
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2. Spacious home with a private pool and games (from USD 573)
This two-story home offers stylish white interiors, shiny hardwood floors, and spacious rooms where a large family can move about freely. The main floor has interconnecting rooms where guests can watch TV in the living room or play billiards before dining in the adjacent kitchen and dining areas. Guests can also hang out on the screened-in porch and the open deck that offer splendid views of the fairways.
On the other side of the house is an outdoor pool where guests can enjoy a refreshing dip. There’s enough space on the pool deck and garden area where pets can freely play. For pets to be allowed on the premises, guests must pay a non-refundable 125 USD pet fee.
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the pool pool table size dog friendly status make the short comings/condition of the home acceptable
3. Stylish home with a private pool and golf course views (from USD 1092)
This stylish two-story home surrounded by greenery in Vanderhorst Plantation features a wide open layout on the main floor where guests can move freely. It offers five cozy bedrooms and a front porch where you can sit on rocking chairs as you watch your pets play in the grassy garden below. Meanwhile, the second-floor balcony overlooks the golf course and the private pool. You can enjoy splashing in the pool and grilling barbecues on the deck.
Let your pet run and play in the fenced-in deck while you get a tan on the loungers. You are only allowed to bring one dog weighing below 40 lbs (18.14 kg) and must pay a pet fee of 250 USD. There’s also a cleaning fee of 419 USD.
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great tv lots of space construction next door was disruptivethe pool was heated and a lot of fun for kidsthe pool was heated and a lot of fun for kidswe had everything we needed in the kitchen to prepare a wonderful thanksgiving dinnerCleanliness:
it was clean fully stocked and beautifully decoratedHost:
quick to respond and very helpfulthe people at sweetgrass were extremely responsive and helpfulthe people at sweetgrass were extremely responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is close enough to the beach to walk and the beach is breathtakingthe house is close enough to the beach to walk and the beach is breathtaking
4. Renovated cottage on golf course (from USD 400)
This remodeled cottage in West Beach Village is only walking distance from the beach. It’s a modern cottage that can host a large family. It has a cozy living room for watching TV, a dining area, bedrooms with thick cushioned beds, and a fully equipped kitchen. It also offers a spacious backyard where you can let your dogs run and play.
Only dogs are allowed on the property and you must pay the non-refundable deposit of 100 USD. They are also not allowed to go on the furniture.
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the bed linens were very dated and dingy but overall a nice place with bikes providedCleanliness:
it was very clean and well stockednice clean and great locationspacious clean two bedroom condo on the first fairway of turtle pointwe had a great time at charlottes- the condo is clean and a great size for a familybeautiful golf course view and very clean charlotte was very responsive and a pleasure to deal withHost:
appreciate the bikes and responsive hostcharlotte is a very responsive hostcharlotte was so helpful and very responsive to all of our questions (thank you )charlotte is very friendly and amenable to all issuescharlotte was incredibly accommodating and always very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was cute and location was perfectsuper close to beach walking/bike paths comfortable staysteps away from the clubhouse and a 4–5 minute walk to a beautiful wide beachgreat location for beach and pool accessgreat kiawah location - quiet street within a short walk to beautiful beach
5. Gorgeous villa across a lagoon (from USD 125)
You can opt to travel light when you check into this beautiful villa as the owner provides all the linens, toiletries, and other amenities you need for a cozy stay. This two-bedroom villa is right across a lagoon that’s surrounded by wildlife. You have gorgeous views of the lagoon from any room inside the villa, thanks to the bay windows. Moreover, there’s a large grassy lawn, which is perfect for your kids and even pets to play in.
Pets are allowed on the property without a pet fee, but you do have to pay a cleaning fee of 130 USD.
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the furnishings are so comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
parkside’s villa is an ideal locationbeautiful location pet friendly and a quiet neighborhood
6. Turtle Cove Villa (from USD 266)
This rental is on the entire second floor of this modern home-style villa. This elegant space has a charming living area with an entryway that connects to the dining and kitchen areas. Sliding doors in the living room also open to a furnished screened porch where guests hang around. It overlooks the lagoon that flows behind the villa.
The back of the villa is a grassy place big enough to take your dog out for a run. Dogs below 100 lbs (45.36 kg) are allowed as long as you pay a pet fee of 25 USD per day. Moreover, the villa is just a short bike ride or stroll to the beach. Guests who book this rental earn credits that they can use for bike and beach gear rentals.
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this unit has a great view of the pond from the breakfast tableHost:
rating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
i was very happy with the locationi was very happy with the locationi was very happy with the locationi was very happy with the locationreviewer comments:our vacation on kiawah island was especially blessed this year as we stayed in an ideal location
7. Lovely renovated home with access to a pool (from USD 834)
This lovely renovated home is perfect for family vacations and golfers. It’s near five public golf courses and tennis courts where you have to pay to play. You’ll have access to the community pool if you are renting this home. Moreover, you can also bring your pets if you pay the 125 USD non-refundable pet fee.
This two-story home features spacious bedrooms in different color schemes with stylish new furniture. Each floor also has laundry facilities and a rear porch on the second floor. There’s a front deck where you can enjoy views of the lush scenery. You can let your furry friends play on the screened-in porch or run around the surrounding garden.
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i did though being an apple tv device and it did fitit is well appointed and very comfortable with plenty of space for a familyvery nice house plenty of roomRead more reviewsLocation:
this house is in a great locationwe were happy with everything great location and great views
8. Cozy villa near the beach (from USD 300)
This two-bedroom villa is near the beach and a 30-minute drive to Charleston. It offers self-catering facilities and cozy accommodations for a large group or family with pets. You are allowed to bring up to two dogs or cats of any size. However, you must 80 USD for the pet fee.
Guests can walk their dogs on the beach as long as they are on a leash. They must stay away from the Critical Habitat Area. At the villa, there is a screened-in porch which is a safe enclosed area where pets can safely play while guests dine al fresco. Outside is a lush garden where you can play tag with your dogs under the shade of trees.
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a very clean condo near the beachcomfortable beds and clean bathsthe cleanliness was spot on and we enjoyed the condo itself very muchscreened porch was a complete joy clean comfortable and quietHost:
very easy property owner was easy to get in touch withthe checkin was so easy and staff very responsive we’ll definitely stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
this unit is a favorite because of it's central location and pet-friendlinessthe location is incredible giving us access to pretty much everything in a short drive or walkoverall a nice location for kiawah activitieswas a great location near the tennis/pickle ball courts and beach
9. Vibrant West Beach villa (from USD 247)
This end-unit rental is located four minutes away from the beach. It’s perfect for small families with pets. Dogs under 25 lbs (11.3 kg) are welcome for an additional fee of 25 USD per pet per day. There is an additional cleaning fee of 110 USD.
You can also cook in the kitchen or hang out in the living room to watch TV. Moreover, you can transform the living room into an extra sleeping space, thanks to the sleeper sofa. The screened porch is perfect for keeping your pets away from the indoor furniture yet breezy enough for them to play in. You’ll also enjoy dining al fresco on the porch with a view of the lush greenery.
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furnishings are comfortableCleanliness:
clean bathroom with tiled showerthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanHost:
rating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
a great place for a quick vacation breakreviewer comments:it was quiet close to the beach great for biking and walking your dogsreviewer comments:it was quiet close to the beach great for biking and walking your dogsgreat location in a perfectly equipped 1 bedroom condo about 1 block from the beachi was very happy with the location
10. Massive oceanfront home near a golf course (from USD 1292)
This beautiful beachfront home is located at Turtle Point Golf Course, and it offers spacious rooms surrounded by wide bay windows offering splendid views of the ocean. It also has a wide patio where you can dine al fresco, spread out on the loungers for a tan, or play with your pets while watching the waves.
This property allows pets with no fees required. If you want to swim, the beach is nearby or you can take a dip in the community pool.
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as a large group (4 families) we all felt comfortable and had our own full bathroomtracy is very generous and provides toiletries games toys beach umbrellas/chairs and basic kitchen needsthis home is beautiful - immaculately clean with comfortable furniture and beds and the most gorgeous viewgreat location beautiful panoramic views from almost every room in the houseCleanliness:
well stocked and very cleanso comfortable but very clean an stylishthe house is immaculately cleaneverything was comfy sparkling clean and well organizedwhat an awesome place to stay the house is so clean and beautifulHost:
she was quick to respond to any questions and helpful throughout the entire experiencethe host provided for our every need and wishbeautiful home and the home owners thought of everythingthe host has done a great job in providing everything one could want in a vacation rentaland tracy is a perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great house and locationperfect location for a family beach vacationbeautiful home and wonderful locationeverything about the house and the location is outstandingthis is a gorgeous property and prime location in kiawah
Experience the friendly homes of Kiawah
Kiawah offers a wide selection of pet-friendly homes. These accommodations also provide space where pets can safely play, such as screened-in porches and fenced-in pool areas and gardens. These rentals make traveling with pets a breeze when visiting Kiawah.
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