Welcome to Sweetgum Cottage, a stunning oceanfront retreat.
- A 4-passenger golf cart is included for any reservation created on or after 12/17/25.
- Beautifully decorated by Atlanta designers
- Open floor plan with comfortable seating
- Fully equipped kitchen and gas grill
- Breathtaking ocean views from the screened-in porch
- Pet friendly with luxury bedding and furnishings
- Recently updated living room furniture
The Space:
Sweetgum Cottage is a stunning oceanfront property that embodies casual elegance and comfort. Designed by Atlanta decorators, every room showcases exquisite lighting, artwork, and furnishings, creating a beautiful atmosphere throughout the home. This pet-friendly cottage is perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy a relaxing getaway.
The living area features an open floor plan with comfortable seating, a fully equipped kitchen, and a large flat-screen TV above the fireplace. Guests can enjoy breathtaking ocean views from the adjoining screened-in porch, perfect for morning coffee and evening cocktails. The cottage has been recently updated with new living room furniture, stylish lighting, and a fresh coat of paint.
Comfortable Accommodation:
- Four master bedrooms, including one master suite with a seating area and private screened porch
- Three masters with king beds and one with two queens, ideal for families
- Fifth bedroom with a queen bed and a bathroom directly across the hall
- All bedrooms feature luxury bedding, high-end furniture, coastal artwork, and elegant ceiling fans
Interior Feeling:
- Open floor plan connecting the dining and living areas
- Fully equipped kitchen for preparing family meals
- Exquisite lighting and decor throughout the home
Outdoor Bliss:
- Screened-in porch with ocean views
- Perfect setting for relaxation and enjoying the coastal breeze
Delightful Dining:
- Spacious dining area for family gatherings
- Easy flow from the kitchen to dining and living spaces
Professional Cleaning:
- High standards of cleanliness maintained for guest comfort
This property allows only electric golf carts. Interested in a Gullah Tour, playing golf on Haig Point, or groceries delivered to your cottage? Ask Daufuskie Rental Group about our free concierge's service.
Explore the captivating history of Daufuskie Island at the Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation, just 5.3 km away. Visit the historic Bloody Point Lighthouse, 5.2 km from the cottage, and enjoy guided tours with panoramic views. Immerse yourself in local culture at the Daufuskie Island Artisans community, located 6.3 km away, where you can engage with talented artists and craftsmen.
Guest Access:
PLEASE NOTE: Concerned about how to get to our bridgeless island? Daufuskie Rental Group is here to help you with the logistics of booking your passenger only ferry/water taxi, ground transportation shuttle from the dock to your rental, and golf cart rental? (Fees Apply)
A 4-passenger golf cart is included with your stay! Please contact us if you need additional golf carts, as discounts are available for DRG guests if booked with our premier partner, Island Essentials Cart Company. Want to book a fishing charter, History Tour, Dolphin Excursion or Sunset Cruise? We've got you covered! Contact us to for a one-stop shop experience!
We will text you the entry code and Wi-Fi password on day of arrival once unit is ready. The Daufuskie Rental Group on site team lives on the island and ready to help in any way!
The Neighborhood:
And the location is sublime! The Sweetgum Cottage is situated on the picturesque Avenue of Oaks with a wooded setting at the front and the Atlantic Ocean at the back. As a free-standing house, guests will enjoy privacy and beauty...and all just steps to the beach.
Didn't we tell you this house has everything?
The Melrose beach is mere steps away from the Sweetgum Cottage.
Disclaimer:
1) Daufuskie Rental Group makes a good faith effort to describe island amenities, including restaurants and pools. However, please note that we are not responsible for the availability of amenities that we do not operate and that are beyond our control.
2) Your rental agreement contract's cancellation policy states that we are not responsible for events that are beyond our control, such as hurricanes. We strongly encourage our guests to purchase travel insurance, and especially recommend "cancel for any reason" policies. (These generally have to be purchased shortly after your reservation is made.)
3) Please note that because the Melrose Resort is in transition, our Melrose guests may notice a certain level of deterioration in the resort-owned buildings but will also see that renovation efforts are now underway. Our vacation cottages are in well-maintained areas and continue to be very popular.
Getting Around:
A 4-passenger golf cart is included for any reservation created on or after 12/17/25. Please contact us if you need additional golf carts, as discounts are available for DRG guests if booked with our premier partner, Island Essentials Cart Company. Want to book a fishing charter, History Tour, Dolphin Excursion or Sunset Cruise? We've got you covered! Contact us to for a one-stop shop experience!
Other Things to Note:
A 4-passenger golf cart is included for any reservation created on or after 12/17/25.
Pet Policy
We will accept a well-behaved canine member of the family if approved by the property manager. However, the dog must be over one year old, not be aggressive towards people or other pets, be house trained, does not get up on the furniture, and is ok with being left alone when you are away from the cottage (no incessant barking or destructive behavior). We require that you will be a responsible pet owner when the dog is outside, that your dog is always kept on a leash, is up to date on flea and heart worm treatment and... most importantly...that there will be no signs that your pet was in the property when you depart. You must be responsible for any damage and/or extra cleaning caused by your dog. There is a nonrefundable pet fee of $125 for one dog: $175 for two dogs.
Interaction with Guests:
The Daufuskie Coastal Collection properties are managed by Daufuskie Rental Group, an on-island team of professionals dedicated to sharing the island dream with visitors.
Concerned about the logistics of coming to a bridge-less island? No need to worry! Guests receive information and assistance from the DRG team, all of whom live on the island and who are available 24/7 for any problems. Team members strive to create a stress-free and enjoyable adventure for their visitors, and to ensure that their Daufuskie experience creates lasting and once-in-a-lifetime memories.
Daufuskie Rental Group is not responsible for the availability (or lack thereof) of any amenity beyond our control, such as the restaurants, museum, etc.
Questa casa vacanze si trova a Daufuskie Island, in Melrose on the Beach, e vanta una posizione strategica vicino alla spiaggia. Coligny Plaza è il non plus ultra per gli amanti dello shopping. A livello naturalistico, invece, spiccano Tybee Island Beach e Coligny Beach. Anche The Sandbox e Coastal Discovery Museum meritano una visita. Mettiti alla prova con una delle tante iniziative sportive nei dintorni, ad esempio pesca, oppure prenditi del tempo per te all'aria aperta con attività come corsa e equitazione. Vai alla guida turistica di Daufuskie Island
Gli animali sono accettati presso Sweet Gum Cottage Oceanfront 5BDR with Golf Cart?
Sì, questa struttura ammette i cani (massimo 2 in totale) con peso inferiore a 23 kg per animale.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-in presso Sweet Gum Cottage Oceanfront 5BDR with Golf Cart?
Orario di inizio del check-in: 16:00.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-out presso Sweet Gum Cottage Oceanfront 5BDR with Golf Cart?
Orario del check-out: 10:00.
Dove si trova Sweet Gum Cottage Oceanfront 5BDR with Golf Cart?
A pochi passi da luoghi d'interesse come Daufuskie Island Beach e Canale Calibogue Sound, casa vacanze vanta una buona posizione in zona Melrose on the Beach. Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation Museum e Mary Fields School si trovano ugualmente a meno di 5 km di distanza.
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10/10 Eccellente
Jack W.
11 lug 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Beautiful home, great location.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a giugno 2026
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10/10 Eccellente
Vicki K.
1 mag 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Absolutely gorgeous ocean front 5/5 house! Spectacular sunrise and beaches!
Soggiorno di 4 notti ad aprile 2026
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10/10 Eccellente
Jack H.
5 giu 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great house
House was wonderful. Location great
Soggiorno di 7 notti a maggio 2024
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10/10 Eccellente
Brandi B.
17 mag 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
So Relaxing!
I highly recommend this vacation home. It has spectacular views throughout and steps from the beach. We had a wonderful time.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a maggio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Nancy M.
6 ott 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Total relaxation
Wonderful times were had by our entire family!
Soggiorno di 3 notti a settembre 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Jessica W.
28 mag 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Could not have asked for a more perfect house! From the minute we walked in the front door to the open kitchen/living room that went straight to a screened porch and the beach we were in love. Comfortably housed 3 adult couples and 3 kids. Mornings were spent exploring the island, followed by time on the beach and ending with dinner and evenings on the screened porch. Can't wait to come back.
Soggiorno di 3 notti a maggio 2026
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10/10 Eccellente
Krista M.
27 lug 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Fun in the Sun
Amazing place and location! Perfect place to relax, enjoy the beach and get around on Daufuskie! The house is clean, nice and perfect for relaxing, going to the beach, pool and hanging out! We had 2 families staying together and we had plenty of room to eat and hang out. highly recommend!
Soggiorno di 7 notti a luglio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Beth F.
27 mag 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great house for a getaway
Lovely home, just as showed in all the pictures. Great for a large family or group of friends like we had. We had a couple weird circumstances and the communication and help from Daufuskie Rental Group was outstanding. I would absolutely stay here again.
Soggiorno di 4 notti a maggio 2024
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10/10 Eccellente
Kevin H.
1 giu 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great experience all around. House was attractive and fresh with spacious bedrooms. Short walk to the beach and support staff was responsive when there was an ice maker issue which they solved quickly. The only opportunity to improve was master bedroom mattress which has a hump on the middle. May be time to replace it.We are considering coming back again to the same house.
Soggiorno di 4 notti a maggio 2026
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8/10 Buono
Hannah F.
12 lug 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione e posizione
Daufuskie Dream
Daufuskie was a prefect vacation spot—few people, slow pace, beautiful beach! This home was beautiful and fit our three families perfectly! The beach is steps out the back door and we were pleasantly surprised with the wagon, beach chairs, and toys! We chose this house based on beach and pool availability. So it was very disappointing the pool was not open and that it was never communicated to us that it closed. The kitchen is very sparsely equip and nothing was provided when we asked—no pitcher (we laddled tea from a bowl all week🤣). Management did replace a broken coffee carafe within 24 hours but the kitchen has NOTHING—pack it all: coffee filters (basket), paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, etc. Its a lot of extra planning to get to Daufuskie—ferry, food, transport, cart rental. But it’s very much worth it!!
Soggiorno di 7 notti a luglio 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Melissa L.
2 lug 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Fantastic
Great place on the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Soggiorno di 3 notti ad aprile 2022
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8/10 Buono
John W.
22 giu 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Daufuskie Rental Group
The house was great for our family vacation! We really enjoyed the layout and the beach was just steps away. DRG was super easy and communicated well to get us checked in and out.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a giugno 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Stephanie S.
19 mag 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
It is a beautiful property right on the ocean. Very comfortable relaxing and peaceful!
Excellent
Soggiorno di 3 notti a maggio 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Scott T.
27 apr 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Wonderful week
Wonderful week
Soggiorno di 6 notti ad aprile 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Catherine C.
27 mar 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Paradise
Having already been to Daufuskie and stayed in several different Melrose rentals this house exceeded expectations. One of the newer rentals on Oaks it’s perfect and very comfortable!! Kitchen is well equipped as is the beach toys/chairs. Will definitely be back.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a marzo 2022
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8/10 Buono
Beth W.
2 ott 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
For a five bedroom with 4 en-suites limited common area even watching area.
Really great. Would have liked more beach chairs. Not so easy /cheap to rent additional ones. . Great kitchen. Pool excellent. Surprised at how small common area for tv watching was.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a settembre 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Linda S.
14 ago 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Lovely
Property was lovely and the beach is incredibly private and full of starfish. Super calm water great for kids. Pack way more groceries than you think the store on island is very sparse
Soggiorno di 7 notti ad agosto 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Sherri L.
5 ago 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Daufuskie vacation
This house was beautifully appointed - great mattresses! Very clean property / everything a family needs for a beach vacation including a nice selection of beach chairs and boogie boards - even some sand toys for the little kids and direct access to the beach. Nice perk to have a golf cart included since no cars are allowed on Daufuskie. The property manager was very helpful in preparing for the trip and with answering all my emails. It is unfortunate that the resort itself went under during the 2009 recession so it’s a bit off putting at first but the restaurant and pools are again now open so that was great. The uncrowded beach and beautiful home was what we were looking for and this place delivered that for our family of 9 that included Grandparents, parents, and kids. A couple of places to eat / flip flops and shorts casual so no need to over pack but I would recommend you come prepared to cook most of your own meals if you’re planning to stay more than a day or two. Supplies are limited at the 2 places on the island to shop so bring what you need. I highly recommend reserving the water taxi service - they are unconcerned with a large amount of luggage - which we had with 9 people for 5 days. If you are looking for relaxation and privacy - I highly recommend this place. If you’re looking for entertainment and fancy restaurants you probably should go to Hilton Head / which you can see directly across the bay. We’ll be back to Daufuskie again!
Soggiorno di 4 notti a luglio 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Jennifer R.
31 lug 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Family reunion
This cottage was perfect for our party of 3 families. We loved being right on the water. The cottage was beautiful.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a luglio 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
catesby w.
11 lug 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Review of 82 Avenue of Oaks
We had never visited Daufuskie before, but the experience will certainly bring us back. It was a wondrous experience, and the house was fantastic -- well-appointed, on the ocean, and in a quiet neighborhood. The only "pick" I have is that the garbage bins in front need to be enlarged to accommodate the trash generated by a family of 11 during a weeklong stay. We experienced "Elsa," and don't want to go through that experience again -- aside from the wind and rain, the loss of power for a day was no fun. Even through all of that, Deborah was in touch to provide reports and check on us. We recommend the house unreservedly.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a luglio 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Danielle G.
28 giu 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great stay!
We had a great time. House was nice and roomy. Perfect for a large group. Kitchen was well stocked. Instructions were provided with great information. Rental company was kind and helpful. One of the TVs was broken which normally would not have been an issue because we were always out doing stuff, but we did have some family members with us that needed the TV. I did let the host know upon check in just so she was aware and didn't think it was us. Turns out it has been broken for awhile and they just haven't replaced it. My husband and I just took that room and gave the other rooms to other family members. Not a big enough deal to ruin the trip. Other than that we had a fantastic time!
Soggiorno di 7 notti a giugno 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Erika W.
8 giu 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Amazing
We just got home from an amazing week at 82 Avenue of Oaks. The property was beautiful and Deborah and her team took care of everything for us! I cannot recommend this property enough! We had kids, friends and family all week and enjoyed all of Daufuskie. It was also great that the pool and restaurant at Melrose just reopened and was fantastic!
Soggiorno di 4 notti a giugno 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Lisa H.
12 mag 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
May 2021 family vacation
The house is truly beautiful. So fresh and tastefully decorated. We felt so welcomed upon arrival, the TVs were all playing soft music in each bedroom. The house has a wonderful view and easy access to the ocean. Loved this trip. So much adventure each day and great fun riding the golf carts to explore. We all had our own private bedroom/bath. Plenty of space to gather or retreat.
Soggiorno di 5 notti a maggio 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Sal T.
7 mag 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Amazing!
Beautiful home and location, RIGHT on the beach! Safe, clean and a great space for the whole family or numerous families could comfortable stay there!
Soggiorno di 3 notti ad aprile 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
Gatlin C.
11 apr 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great stay and great place.
Fantastic place to stay with large family. Will be back.