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Seaside Villas oceanfront vacation rentals in Forest Beach, Hilton Head Island

Vacation Rentals in Forest Beach, Hilton Head Island

Seaside Villas

Forest Beach · Hilton Head Island, SC

23 S Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 · View on Google Maps →

Forest Beach's largest oceanfront complex: 270 villas at Seaside Villas in 1BR layouts, heated pool, steps from the Tiki Hut. See weekly availability and rates across rental managers.

31
Rated Units
1979
Year Built
272
Total Units
4
Floors
4
Property Managers
Overview

Located in the South Forest Beach area of Forest Beach.

Best for
  • ✓budget-conscious visitors (1BR units, no gate fees)
  • ✓couples or small families
  • ✓anyone wanting Coligny walkability
Not ideal for
  • −Guests who need in-unit laundry
  • −Off-season visitors (pool closed November-March)
  • −Anyone booking based on our building profile alone — we simply don't have enough data yet

Building investment: 2 unit renovations permitted in the last 2 years (county records).

Seaside Villas is the largest oceanfront complex in the Forest Beach area of Hilton Head Island, with 270 units across two phases (Seaside Villas I and Seaside Villas II) built in 1979. The sheer scale means two pools (one per phase), an oceanfront sundeck with swings, BBQ grills with picnic tables, a newly renovated boardwalk to the beach with a shower area, and the famous Tiki Hut beach bar literally steps from the property. Elevators serve each phase, and the complex has its own security gate providing access control even though Forest Beach is ungated.

The location delivers strong walkability without any gate fees or POA fees — a genuine savings compared to Sea Pines or Palmetto Dunes properties. Coligny Plaza with 60-plus shops, restaurants, and the Piggly Wiggly grocery store is less than a 10-minute walk. Lowcountry Celebration Park with its playground, amphitheater, and children's museum is about 10 minutes on foot. Seaside Villas residents get complimentary access to the nearby Player's Club gym. Parking includes under-building covered spaces plus additional surface lots.

The units are primarily compact 1BR/1BA layouts (518-843 square feet) with full kitchens, balconies, and ocean views. A notable difference from many buildings in our portfolio: laundry is coin-operated on each floor rather than in-unit. The pool is seasonal (April through October) and not heated. With 270 units, quality varies enormously — from beautifully renovated coastal modern interiors to original 1979 finishes. This is a building where researching your specific unit before booking is essential. The regime fee covers building and flood insurance, which is a plus for the budget-conscious traveler looking for oceanfront value on Hilton Head Island.

Our take: We have almost no data on this building — 1 unit, 1 PM, 1 assessment. That single unit looked nicely renovated, but in a complex this large (175-200 units), quality likely varies enormously. The pool is seasonal and not heated. Shared coin-op laundry, not in-unit. Good location near Coligny, but do your homework on the specific unit before booking.

Getting around: Very high. Excellent walkability to Coligny Plaza, beach, restaurants. Slightly closer to the Tiki Hut than Ocean Dunes. Security gate. No community-level gate fees.

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What we know about this building

Structured facts from public records, PM data, and on-site research. Last refreshed 2026-05-30

1979
Built
270
Total units
0 min
Walk to beach
4
Floors

What’s here

Boardwalk to beach
Elevator
Accessible common areas
Accessible parking
Bike parking
Grills
Sea-turtle lighting

What’s nearby

Grocery
Piggly Wiggly at Coligny Plaza (~5 min walk / ~0.3 mi)
Dining
Tiki Hut at Beach House Hotel (steps away, beachfront)
Shopping
Coligny Plaza — 5-min walk / 3-min bike. 60+ shops, restaurants, entertainment.
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Beach

Beach proximity
Oceanfront
Walk to beach
0 min
Beach access
Newly renovated boardwalk from complex to beach
Path to beach
✓

Pools

Pools
1 pool
Heated
—
When heated
Open daily sunrise to sunset, April 1 - October 31

Building

Year built
1979
Total units
270 units
In Coastal Villas catalog
30 units
Floors
4 floors
Bedrooms (rental units)
1 BR
PMs renting units
Beachside Getaway, Vacasa, Vacation Time of Hilton Head

Access

Elevator
✓
Accessible common areas
✓
Accessible parking
✓
Accessible beach access
Newly renovated boardwalk to beach — wheelchair-specific accessibility not confirmed
ADA notes
Elevators in both phases. Step-free building access. Designated disabled parking spots. One of the more accessible Forest Beach oceanfront options.

Parking

Type
Covered garage
Bike parking
✓

On-site

Grills
✓
Recycling
—
Package receiving
—

Walkability

Bike-path connected
✓

Location

Gated community
—

Policies

Pets
No pets
Smoking
Non-smoking
Sea-turtle lighting May–Oct
✓ HHI municipal lights-out rule, May 1 – Oct 31, applies to oceanfront-facing units
Building Details

At a glance

Year Built
1979
Total Units
272
2 buildings
Floors
4
Regime Fee
$500 - $600
Covers management, common areas, cable TV, insurance, ground maintenance, pest control, pool, hot tub, water/sewer, trash, building insurance, flood insurance.
Construction
Wood frame
Pool
2 pools, security gate, under-building covered parking
Beach Access
Direct oceanfront in South Forest Beach. Newly renovated boardwalk to beach with shower area. Steps from Tiki Hut beach bar.
Parking
Under-building covered parking + additional surface lots. Secured parking area. Designated disabled parking spots.
Quality Distribution

Unit Quality Breakdown

3 Premium · 24 Comfortable · 4 Classic across 31 rated units

3 Premium
24 Comfortable
4 Classic
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What's around

Real Estate Context

Market Position

1 Bedroom
$305,000 - $450,000
2 Bedroom
$500,000+

Typical 1BR sales $310,000-$367,500. Largest complex in Forest Beach at 368 units across 2 phases.

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What guests say about Seaside Villas

"This was the 2nd time we stayed here & we loved it! Great view from the balcony, close to the beach, nice swimming pool, & comfy bed. It is small but it worked for our family of 4 (2 adults & 2 nine year olds). Plus, we were within walking distance of Coligny Plaza so that was great!- Jenni and Matt G. from Louisville, Posted: 08/21/2017"
Stayed at Unit 369 →
"This is the 2nd time we've stayed at Seaside Villas #370 and it won't be the last! It is a beautifully decorated condo, with no better view! It has been and continues to be a pleasure working with John and Barb and we look forward to returning next year!- John W. from East Amherst, Posted: 07/28/2014"
Stayed at Unit 370 →
"Can't wait to return!Such a needed trip and a perfect spot for a phenomenal get-a-way. This may have been the cleanest rental we have ever stayed. We spent the mornings on the patio sipping coffee and just relaxing before walking down to the beach. The weather was a little too chilly for swimming but it was still a beautiful walk. The restaurants at Coligny are close by and were really good."
Stayed at Unit 258 →
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Property Managers

4 managers cover this building

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146 additional units in this building hold an active Town short-term-rental permit but are not yet CV-rated — typically owner-managed rentals listed on Vrbo or Airbnb. Shown for completeness; every Hilton Head rental is required by Town ordinance to maintain a 24/7 local contact who responds within one hour.

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#139 Owner door Town STR Permit #36678 · not CV-rated yet Licensed rental
#143 Owner door Town STR Permit #16157 · not CV-rated yet View on Tripadvisor →
#145 Owner door Town STR Permit #35295 · not CV-rated yet View on Tripadvisor →
#147 Owner door Town STR Permit #30603 · not CV-rated yet Licensed rental
#148 Owner door Town STR Permit #12607 · not CV-rated yet Licensed rental
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Common questions about Seaside Villas

How close is Seaside Villas to the Tiki Hut?
Steps — Seaside Villas is one of the closest oceanfront buildings to the Tiki Hut beach bar, which sits next door at the Beach House Hotel. The Tiki Hut hosts live music daily during season (two acts a day, weather permitting). Walk down to the sand, turn left or right, and you're there. It's the building's signature location feature.
Is Seaside Villas oceanfront?
Yes — Seaside Villas is a 368-unit oceanfront complex at 23 S Forest Beach Drive in South Forest Beach, the largest oceanfront complex in Forest Beach. Built in 1979 across two phases (Seaside Villas I and II), the buildings sit directly on the Atlantic with a newly renovated boardwalk to the beach and an outdoor shower.
How big are the units at Seaside Villas?
Compact — primarily 1BR/1BA units (518-843 sqft) with full kitchens, balconies, and ocean views. A few 2BR/2BA units exist but are rare. Bed setups typically include a queen bed, queen sleeper sofa, and hallway bunk beds — sleeping 4-6 in a 1BR. This is a budget-conscious oceanfront option, not a building for large families.
Is laundry in-unit at Seaside Villas?
No — laundry is coin-operated on each floor, not in-unit. That's a real difference from most other buildings in our coverage. Bring quarters or plan to use a wash-and-fold service. If in-unit laundry matters to your group, look at Ocean Dunes (next door, 800-sqft 2BRs with in-unit laundry) or Ocean One (a block away, larger units with in-unit laundry).
How is Seaside Villas different from Ocean Dunes?
They're neighbors but completely different scales. Seaside Villas is huge (368 units, 1BR-mostly, seasonal unheated pool, coin-op shared laundry, Tiki Hut next door). Ocean Dunes is small (82 units, 1BR and 2BR, year-round heated pool, fitness center, in-unit laundry, less crowded beach). Pick Seaside Villas for budget oceanfront with the Tiki Hut at your door; Ocean Dunes for a quieter stay with better amenities.
Is the pool at Seaside Villas heated?
No — the pool is seasonal and not heated, open daily sunrise to sunset April 1 through October 31. Two pools serve the complex (one per phase). If you need a heated or year-round pool, Ocean Dunes next door has a year-round heated pool, and Sea Crest one block north has an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Seaside Villas?
No — pets are not allowed at Seaside Villas. The complex does have step-free access, designated accessible parking, and elevators, making it one of the more accessible options for guests with mobility concerns.
When is Seaside Villas cheapest to rent?
November through March, when off-season Forest Beach 1BR rates can drop sharply. Trade-offs in winter: the pool is closed (April-October only), the Tiki Hut reduces hours but stays open year-round (365 days of live music, weather permitting), and some Coligny restaurants reduce hours. Seaside Villas residents also get free access to the nearby Player's Club gym, which helps in winter.