Kiawah Island is a beautiful barrier island on the coast of South Carolina. It boasts miles of pristine sandy beaches, and the interior of the island is just as beautiful. The island boasts 15 types of habitats, ranging from maritime forests to sand dunes. You may spot many varieties of birds, deer, and even alligators while walking or biking the island’s extensive trail system. Much of Kiawah Island’s land belongs to private residences, but fortunately, many homes are rented out to guests who want a small piece of this exclusive island paradise. Read on for our pick of the best vacation rentals with private pool in Kiawah Island, South Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to private pool. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 29, 2024.
1. Elegant home with a spacious backyard (from USD 673)
The backyard is the focal point of this gorgeous Kiawah Island home. It has a huge saltwater pool where you can splash around with your loved ones. Plus, there’s a raised deck with plenty of seating and loungers to recline on.
It even has its own separate pool house with room for four guests. The saltwater pool is unheated, and the host requires advance notice if guests would like it to be heated during their stay. The cost to heat the pool is 125 USD per night.
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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. Tastefully furnished home surrounded by woods (from USD 936)
The tranquil woods surrounding this home create a peaceful atmosphere for floating in the private pool. There are plenty of places outside to sit, relax, and read, both in the sun and covered by shade. Up the stairs from the pool is a deck with a gas grill and dining table for enjoying dinner out in the fresh air.
The inside of this home is worthy of a stay itself, featuring an open plan living room with a fireplace, a full kitchen, a dining area, and four elegantly designed rooms.
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this house wa (website hidden by airbnb) the area is very lovely calm deer friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home in a quiet west beach locationkiawah was over the top and this house had a great location with lots of beautiful birdsgreat place to stay and the kids loved the pool
3. Upscale house with beautiful lagoon views (from USD 596)
This Vanderhorst Plantation home features a new private pool right outside the back door. The pool can be heated upon request for year-round use. Heating the pool requires advance notice and an additional fee of 95 USD per day. You can soak in the beautiful views of the lagoon behind the property as you swim some leisurely laps in the pool.
In warm weather, you can enjoy the outdoor shower. Then in the evenings, fire up the gas grill to enjoy a barbecue dinner on the furnished deck.
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the pool deck provides a relaxing outdoor area to socializethe beds were incredible - we all slept greatwell designed and appreciated the extra trundle beds beneath bunksthe house itself is fantastic for a family with a private small dipping pool that the kids loveCleanliness:
what a beautiful home the property is clean well-decorated and full of great amenities for large groupsHost:
mgt company very responsive with any issuesRead more reviewsLocation:
all the many positive reviews do not come close to truly describing everything available (all clearly marked)we had a house full we really liked this house and locationhighly recommend this location
4. Four-bedroom house with an expansive deck (from USD 647)
You’ll want to spend most of your time in the stunning backyard of this house, which has a private pool surrounded by lounge chairs. Swimmers can hop out of the water for a quick meal hot off the barbecue. The expansive deck has a dining area for those who prefer eating outside and a screened-in porch for those sensitive to mosquitoes.
The backyard is surrounded by live oak and palm trees to give guests more peace and privacy. Inside, the house has a living room that opens to the dining room and a fully equipped kitchen with a pantry for storage. It also has 4 bedrooms and can sleep up to 10 people.
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it is on a wooded lot on a quiet street with a wonderful deck and poolwe spent every night eating on the beautiful deck and used the pool each daywe spent every day in the heated saltwater pool and enjoyed the beach and included bikes oftenwe loved our stay here it was a getaway with the perfect little heated pool out the back doorbeautiful kitchen plenty of seating in family roomCleanliness:
the pool is well maintained and clean as wellthe property was exactly as advertised clean spacious and very comfortableit was quiet clean kid-friendly and a we would recommend this to anyonethe kitchen was well stocked and the house was exceptionally cleanplace was very pleasing to enter and well laid out and cleanHost:
also- thanks to the owners for excellent communicationvivian is a great host- she responded quickly to any questionswe had such a great time house is great hosts were very helpful and responsivevivian was communicative and helpful as well as their property managerowners are very helpful with information about the island and things to do and places to eatRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home with pool close to beachwe loved our stay location is great on kiawahthe location of this home is perfectgood location loved the bikes and beach chairs
5. Gorgeous house steps from the beach (from USD 1389)
The beach is just a three-minute walk away from this beautiful vacation house, but guests also have the choice of taking a dip in the private pool right outside. The pool is surrounded by Adirondack chairs and loungers, ideal for sunning.
When hunger pangs strike, fire up the grill on the deck to enjoy a barbecue meal on the screened porch while taking in the lagoon views. Up to 12 guests can stay in this house, which has 2 parent-child suites that make it ideal for multiple families traveling together.
6. Charming house with a private hot tub (from USD 728)
You’ll spend hours relaxing on the back deck of this charming house during your stay. It has an 8-ft-deep (2.4-m) saltwater pool, ideal for a relaxing dip. The pool has an attached hot tub where you can soak as the sun goes down. There are also lounge chairs for sunning with a good book. The pool and deck overlook Canvasback Pond, which is home to local wildlife such as pelicans, egrets, herons, and even the occasional alligator.
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comfortable beds nice closets and bureau space and all had nice bathroomswe enjoyed meals on the back deck and reading in the sun roomwe enjoyed the big pool spa and deck area right off the main living areaand as a bonus - the mattress in the 2nd floor master bedroom was so comfortablethe kitchen is much bigger and nicer than it appears in the photosCleanliness:
this home is clean and well keptHost:
there is a local property manager who is readily available and responsive by textRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with short walk to the beachfabulous pool and great locationvery easy walk to the beachwe had perfect beach weather every day and even the short walk/bike ride there was lovelywe enjoyed the heated pool and spa and the short walk to the beach
7. Five-bedroom home with an outdoor shower (from USD 925)
Guests can enjoy the privacy of this home’s saltwater pool any time of year. It is unheated but can be warmed during colder months. Pricing depends on the length of your stay. There’s a private outdoor shower for rinsing off before or after taking a dip.
Then, you can take a leisurely afternoon nap inside the bedrooms with comfy bedding and hardwood flooring. The home also has a large screened-in porch that overlooks the pool and the beautiful woods surrounding the backyard.
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we loved the giant screened in patio and the pool areathe saltwater pool was such a treat after the beach and after putting little ones to bedawesome screen porch and really cool pooldual zone cooling made both levels very comfortableCleanliness:
it is clean and spacious and is in the most perfect locationreally nice house that is clean and in a great locationgreat house plenty of space well-stocked kitchen clean and quiet locationexcellent host home was clean & had many things we needed msHost:
suzan was a great hostsuzan was an attentive and generous hostsuzan responses promptly and is very helpfulthe owner was easy to communicate to with and very accommodating will look forward to staying here againsuzan is easy to reach and communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place and great locationgreat house located on a beautiful quiet streetwonderful relaxing location with something for everyonewonderful location nice pool and a well equipped kitchenquiet neighborhood great for walking
8. Luxurious villa with a covered lanai (from USD 844)
If you’re looking for a rental where you can relax with your traveling companions away from prying eyes, this luxurious villa is for you. The villa has a high wall surrounding the private pool and sun deck with lounge chairs.
Right off of the sun deck, there is a covered lanai for those who need a break in the shade. The villa also has a barbecue grill for a nice cookout. There are flat-screen TVs and free WiFi for indoor entertainment.
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thoughtful items were provided in the kitchenCleanliness:
beautiful home close to the beach very clean comfortable and spaciousHost:
sharlene with vacasa was very helpful with the questions we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place and great locationgreat place great location great communicationit was close to the beach & had great amenities
9. Bright and airy home overlooking a golf course (from USD 1232)
The classic design of this home makes it feel like an English countryside manor right on Kiawah Island. Outside at the back of the home, there is a private saltwater pool, and it can be heated for 100 USD per day. On hot days, retreat from the sun on the pool deck by ducking under the arched loggia. This covered area even has ceiling fans to keep everyone comfortable in between swims.
Inside, the home is bright and airy, complete with glass walls, wooden flooring and cabinets, and modern furnishings. Plus, the home is great for family gatherings, as it comes with 5 bedrooms and can sleep up to 11 people.
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the living room and 3 out of the 5 bedroom are wonderful
10. Spacious estate with a screened-in porch (from USD 950)
With room for up to 16 guests, this estate is a combination of 2 houses connected via a hallway. The private pool gives it a perfect resort-like setting, and it is large enough for everyone to swim in. There are even pool floaties for extra fun.
Those who wish to dry off can lounge on the deck or screened-in porch near the pool. With four cable TVs, a Blu-Ray DVD player, WiFi access, and a game room, everyone in the group will be happy and entertained.
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the property was lovely and clean with great views of the golf course and a nice poolhad lots of laughs there house was very well stocked with toilet paper pots pans etcthe large kitchen was beautiful too i suspect it was renovated recently as wellCleanliness:
clearly not a pristine property for kiawah standards but it was clean and spaciousHost:
owner was very responsivethe property manager was helpful and responsive to my inquiriesrenting bikes are helpful for hauling all your stuff to the beachRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to get to the beach on the bike trailit was great having the pool right at the house and the beach a short walk awaythis house was perfect for 8 of us and the location on kiawahthe location of this house is great on a beautiful cut-de-sac and beautiful foliage all aroundso the walk was welcome and lovely
Exclusive stays in a breathtaking setting
Kiawah Island has a long history of being an exclusive location where only residents were privy to its beauty. Thankfully, it is now home to many vacation homes, so travelers can see what it’s like to live on this lovely island retreat. Adding a private pool to your stay will make your visit even more luxurious, so book one of these excellent vacation rentals today.
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