Saint Helena Island Vacation Rentals

Saint Helena Island Travel Guide

The sea island of Saint Helena Island sits proudly in South Carolina and offers a retreat for families and couples. The laid-back vibe is perfect for a vacation, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. There is plenty of history in Saint Helena Island and opportunities to learn about Gullah culture. As a coastal destination, travelers can literally dive right into things! South Carolina is famous for its delicious seafood and the fresh shrimp, crab, and other fish will not disappoint foodies. Choose from local fish shacks to more upscale restaurants to sample the authentic cuisine here. The downtown area is called Frogmore and also features art galleries and shops.

Things to Do in Saint Helena Island

At the Penn Center, you can learn all about African-American history. This site used to be a former school for freed slaves and opened in 1862, now being an incredibly interesting and insightful tourist attraction. You can also see the ruins of the Chapel of Ease, which was a church built in the 1740s. The Red Piano Too Gallery is the place to be for art enthusiasts, since it showcases the finest art pieces from Lowcountry artists. More history can be found at Fort Fremont where you can imagine what life was like in 1898.

Best Time to Visit Saint Helena Island

For some sun and hot temperatures, the best time to visit Saint Helena Island is during the summer. But, from March to May, tourists also like to explore and the weather stays pleasant during this time.

Price and Availability Index in Saint Helena Island

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The most expensive month to stay in a vacation rental in Saint Helena Island is in June, while the cheapest month is in February. The most popular time to book a vacation rental in Saint Helena Island is in the high season in July. Saint Helena Island has its low season in February, when less people are visiting and the vacation home occupancy rate drops.

The cheapest day to stay at a vacation rental in Saint Helena Island tends to be Monday, while the most expensive day tends to be Wednesday. Vacation homes in Saint Helena Island tend to be busiest on Fridays, while it tends to be much quieter on Mondays.

The weather in Saint Helena Island

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This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Saint Helena Island. The hottest month in Saint Helena Island is June, when temperatures peak at 95 ˚F. The coolest month is January, when temperatures drop to 28 ˚F. The wettest month in Saint Helena Island is January with 4.54 inches of rain, while the driest month is February with 0.36 inches of rain.