Kiawah Island Property Management
Property Management
Your Boutique Property Management Company Since 1996
Hello there! We are Shawn and Jeanette, the faces behind Kiawah Island Getaways, your boutique property management company since 1996. Unlike larger, impersonal agencies, we're a family-run operation dedicated to providing owners with top-notch management and ensuring guests enjoy spotless, beautifully appointed vacation rentals near the beach.
Why Owners Love Kiawah Island Getaways
Higher Rates & Higher Revenue
Our rates reflect the level of luxury, the views, the comfort, cleanliness and overall experience which we provide. Annual net income is the key to evaluating a good property management company, not the number of days rented.
Guests Respect our Properties
We ensure guests respect the property during their stay. If guests do not follow the check-out procedure, or do not treat the property well during their stay, and do not agree to do so for future stays, they are not invited back. No one wants their properties abused.
Transparent Communication
Our policy is to keep you, the owner, fully informed. Whether it's letting you know of necessary repairs, larger purchases needed for the property,, annual earnings, or projected rental forecasts, we ensure you're always in the loop.
Hassle-Free Management
We take care of everything from marketing to maintenance, so you don't have to.
Why Guests Love Kiawah Island Getaways
Exceptional Properties
Before we accept any property into our collection, we personally vet it to ensure the end product will be very comfortable, beautifully renovated and well-decorated.
Spotlessly Clean
We have personally trained our own housekeeping team to ensure every property is sparkling clean EVERY time. Outside cleaning companies are never used.
Guest-Centric Approach
We collect and respond to guest feedback and stock properties with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Guests are welcomed with the property fully staged for their arrival – right down to a fresh flower arrgangement and eggs from our family chicken coop. Our warm welcome extends throughout the entire guest experience. And we are always easy to contact. Email, text or phone - we are here to help.
Kiawah Island Property Management FAQ
The level of décor, outdoor space, location, proximity to beach and views all influence rates. Of course, each year varies but here’s our average annual gross income for our top-quality villas:
- 1-bedroom: Ocean View (Windswept, Shipwatch, $115-135k/year), Scenic View, near beach (Seascape, Mariners Watch, $50-65k/year)
- 2-bedroom: Ocean View (Windswept, Shipwatch, $135-165k/year)
- 3-bedroom: Ocean View (Windswept, Seascape, $220-325k/year), Scenic View, near beach (Sparrow Pond, $110-135k/year)
- 4-bedroom: Ocean View (Seascape, $320-340k/year), Scenic View, near beach (Sparrow Pond, $125-135k/year)
- 35% commission on rental rates
- $1,500/year for marketing
- Cleaning fees after each stay:
- 1-bedroom: $125
- 2-bedroom: $175
- 3-bedroom: $200
- 4-bedroom: $225
- Quarterly Maintenance Fees:
- 1-bedroom: $250
- 2-bedroom: $275
- 3-bedroom: $300
- 4-bedroom: $325
To be eligible for property management by Kiawah Island Getaways, Kiawah Owners should meet the following criteria:
- Own or are willing to invest in a well-maintained, fully renovated, and tastefully decorated property that stands out as Deluxe.
- Have a property within a 5-minute walk to the beach on Kiawah.
- Prohibit smoking and pets.
- Can be reached easily via email/phone.
- Limit personal usage of the property to no more than 2 weeks in the summer.
- Rely on us to advertise, rent, clean, and maintain the property, without personal involvement.
- Seek our guidance on property updates and enhancements.
Additionally, Kiawah Owners should aim for their property to have or aspire to have the following features:
- Clutter-Free Environment
- Generally Hardwood or Updated Tile Floors with Large Area Rugs in key areas
- Smooth Ceilings, Recessed and good lighting
- Granite or Quartzite Countertops, High-End Appliances (not black or white)
- Quality Wood Cabinets, Dishes, Cookware, Silverware
- Large Flat-Screen TVs (40”+ in Bedrooms, 55”+ in Living Room)
- High-Quality Furniture, Lamps, Ceiling Fans
- Thoughtful and Quality Art/Décor, Throw Pillows, Mattresses
- Duvets on all Beds, Custom Closets (wood, not wire)
- Comfortable Outdoor Space (no rusty furniture or outdoor ceiling fans)
If your property needs a boost, we would love to help you with renovations or decorating improvements to increase rental income. In addition, we can provide the right contacts to get the work done.
Most villa and cottage regimes restrict renovation work to off-season. In order to take full advantage of the allowed construction period, your contractor should submit plans to the Town of Kiawah and your regime so they can be approved and permits issued by the end of August. Work should start as soon as allowed in October. All renovation work generally must be completed by the end of March. If it extends beyond that time, you may be fined by the regime or even asked to stop work.