This was our family's first experience with vrbo, and our first trip to Daufuskie Island. We couldn't not have been any more pleased! The cottage was perfect - charming beach decor, clean, exactly as described! The location was great - plenty of privacy and quiet, close to the beach, close to Melrose pool, and easy to navigate from on the golf cart. (We heavily depended on the map the first day!) Everyone enjoyed the screened porch and hammock in the backyard. It was a fun, relaxing place for all our meals (We ate out twice - Crab Co. & Lucy Bell's - both yummy), and evening reading (A great selection of books in the cottage.) The last day, we discovered an armadillo in the backyard. (Don't wait til the last day to explore the back yard like we did.)
Deborah was a perfect host. She was available and so helpful - before and during our visit. Since it was our first trip to Daufuskie, I had lots of questions and appreciated all her answers and tips. Daufuskie is a wonderful, but unique place, so be sure to do your "homework." The other reviews here also have good info. We tried to pack lightly and it was good to know there was a fully equipped kitchen stocked with some basics; & beach toys, etc.
We spent a lot of time on the beach- relaxing, walking, playing, & even watched the sun rise one morning. The beach was lovely, and you have so much room to yourself. It wasn't really conducive for swimming (super oozy sand at low tide, and this season has plenty of jelly fish) but we were all happy finding other things to do on the beach. We had planned to visit the Melrose pool on our last day, but then learned that it was closed on Wednesdays.
We explored most of the island - briefly at some of the points of interest. We loved learning the island's history and enjoyed the unique artisans' wares (the indigo fabrics was my favorite) - all of which I plan to revisit and spend more time in a future stay at Daufuskie.
I would definitely recommend this vacation if you want a casual, relaxing spot. Daufuskie Island combined with this cottage and Deborah's help was the best getaway trip for our family. It's a unique atmosphere - and when we returned home, I was still waving at everyone!