Helpful Hints for Booking Online

We manage 300 homes and villas on Kiawah Island, so you are sure to find a property that suites your needs. Because your time is valuable here are a few tips on how to use this website and book your reservation online:

		•	Our units are rated on a scale that ranges from Bronze to Platinum. Find out more about our unit ratings.
		•	With the exception of most of our one bedroom properties, many of our larger size properties rent Saturday to Saturday during the summer and the weeks surrounding Easter. If you search for an arrival day in the summer other than Saturday, without success, try adjusting your dates to include a Saturday arrival or departure.
		•	When using the Property Search or Advanced Search functions, properties display in order from the highest grade to the lowest grade.
		•	If your search returns too many properties to easily compare, try the Advanced Search. Drop-lists allow you to narrow your search criteria by checking options that are really important to you (e.g. king bed, pool Access, non-smoking, etc.). This feature will give you more refined results and should help you zero in on the best choice.
		•	If your search does not return enough results, go back and limit the number of options you’ve selected.
		•	As you scroll down through the search results, clicking ‘more info’ may deliver you to the bottom of the property’s detail page, so just scroll up to see photos and more details.
		•	To find a specific property, try the Alpha Search. Homes and Villas are listed in alphabetical format. Clicking a property will take you to its Detail Page with photos, full description and Google map.
		•	2-Night Stays have a cleaning fee based on the size of the property. This charge is not quoted in the rental rate but rather is added on after booking. You can cancel your reservation within 72 hours of our notifying you of the cleaning fee amount with no penalty.
		•	Our website is a work in progress and we are continually looking for ways to how we can make it better. If you have a suggestion on how we can improve the online booking experience, please let us know. Email info@explorekiawah.com or call Toll-free: 1-800-877-0837.
		•	If you are unable to find what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to call our 24-hour Reservations line at 1-800-554-8222. Our staff of trained Reservation Agents will be more than happy to assist you in putting together a great beach vacation!
Unit Ratings (back to top)
Platinum: Exceptional accommodations, marked by unique design, that offer superior, quality furnishings, luxury features, designer appointments, and top of the line kitchens, baths and amenities. Gold: Upscale, well appointed accommodations, with a designer touch, featuring excellent furnishings, special features, and top quality kitchens, baths and amenities. Silver: Inviting, pleasing accommodations, tastefully decorated featuring quality furnishings and contemporary kitchens and baths. Bronze: Comfortable, pleasant accommodations that provide many of the comforts and conveniences of home.