Villa rental in Palmetto Dunes, South Carolina - Newly renovated villa and grounds with breathtaking 4thfloor view of ocean! - Property 182491

Resort Activities: Golf, tennis, boating or beachcombing: Palmetto Dunes offers endless activities It's no wonder why thousands of visitors are drawn back to Palmetto Dunes again and again. Or, why readers of Conde' Nast Traveler have named, in recent years, Palmetto Dunes one of the top 50 mainland resorts in the U.S. You'll never run out of things to do throughout our beautiful 2,000 acres. Hilton Head Island's warm, semi-tropical climate is ideal for year-round outdoor activities. Stroll along three miles of uncrowded beach. Enjoy Hilton Head Canoeing or kayaking on 11 miles of winding lagoons teeming with wildlife. Rent a bike and cruise over miles of paved bike paths or enjoy a little beach cycling along the shore. Take a Hilton Head charter fishing excursion and battle the big ones in the Gulf Stream. Or simply relax and soak up the rays beside one of 28 swimming pools.

Shelter Cove Harbor at Palmetto Dunes: Set just off the Intracoastal Waterway, overlooking the wide reaches of Broad Creek, picturesque Shelter Cove Marina features Hilton Head Island's largest deep-water yacht basin: a 15.5-acre marina with 170 boat slips for boats up to 120 feet in length. Every conceivable water sport may be enjoyed here, from deep-sea and inshore fishing charters to sport crabbing, sail and power boat rentals, sightseeing and nature excursions and dinner cruises. Call (843) 842-7001 or toll-free (866) 400-7894 for more information. The Ship's Store at Shelter Cove offers one of the island's largest selections of marine supplies, fishing tackle and fly fishing gear as well as clothing, shoes, sunglasses and hats. Choose from brands such as Costa del Mar, Sperry Top-Sider, Sportif USA, Penn, Sage, Shakespeare, Ray-Ban, Shimano, Ex Officio, Atlantis and more.

Tennis: Ranked among 'The 50 Greatest U.S. Tennis Resorts' since 1975 by Tennis Magazine, Palmetto Dunes was also recently ranked #2 in the world for instruction and events and #3 in the world for junior programs by Tennis Resorts Online. Palmetto Dunes offers outstanding tennis for players of any ability and all in a beautiful location on Hilton Head Island. With several top-notch hotels located on property, no other South Carolina tennis resort comes close. At the heart of the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center facilities are 23 clay and 2 Nova ProBounce courts (including 8 lighted for night play). There's also a helpful, energetic staff whose primary goal is to make your visit a rewarding one. With a full schedule of seasonal activities, daily round robin tournaments and a wide array of instructional programs, there is something for everyone at Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center - Hilton Head Island tennis at its best.

Golf: Three legendary layouts. One celebrated resort. Palmetto Dunes has long been regarded as Hilton Head Island's best golf experience. Golfers across the country recognize the superior facilities and services offered at Palmetto Dunes on Hilton Head Island. The ultimate vote of confidence comes from the Fodor's Golf Digest Places to Play fifth edition where the courses at Palmetto Dunes received high rankings from the golfers who know them from first hand experience. The Arthur Hills course rated an impressive 4.5 stars and was noted as an 'excellent course and treated like a king; great condition; last three holes unbelievable'. The George Fazio rated an outstanding 4 stars. The Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course, which was being renovated in 2002, received accolades from Golf Magazine as 'The Pick of the Month' in March 2003. This course offers a challenging layout and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a great golf course, Hilton Head Island is a golfer's paradise. But whether you want the ultimate golf getaway or you just want to have some options, Palmetto Dunes gives you unparalleled variety. Not just one Hilton Head golf course - Palmetto Dunes offers three top-rated, championship golf courses for the ultimate golf vacation.

Other Activities: swim with dolphins, kayak, canoe, shopping, dining, live theatre, miniature golf, fitness centers, wildlife viewing, boating.