Compare beach-side, golf-course, lagoon-view, and centrally located villa communities for your Hilton Head Island stay.
What to consider
Beach proximity
Golf & lagoon views
Parking & access
Stairs & mobility
Every Shipyard complex has its own character. The most important factors to compare are beach-access distance and route, pool availability, parking, and whether the unit requires stairs. Use the guides below and the side-by-side compare tool to find the right fit for your group.
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Each guide covers setting, unit types, beach access, pool, parking, and which guests it suits best.
Shipyard Plantation
Beachwalk Villas are among the closest villa accommodations to Shipyard's private Atlantic beach, making them one of the most sought-after addresses in the plantation for beach-focused vacations.
Best for: Couples and small families who want the shortest possible walk to the beach
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Colonnade Club Villas offer a well-rounded Shipyard stay with a community pool, hot tub, and a location that balances easy beach access with proximity to golf and the plantation's main amenities.
Best for: Travelers who want beach access, a pool, and a central location within Shipyard
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Evian Villas offer a quieter, interior Shipyard setting with lagoon and golf-course views, a community pool, and tennis access — a popular choice for golfers, families, and couples who prefer a more secluded resort atmosphere.
Best for: Families, couples, and golfers seeking a quieter interior setting with lagoon or golf views
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Golfmaster Villas sit directly alongside Shipyard's Clipper Golf Course, offering some of the best fairway and lagoon views in the plantation — a natural choice for golfers who want to step off the porch and onto the course.
Best for: Golfers and guests who want fairway or lagoon views and a quiet interior setting
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Harbourmaster Villas offer a well-rounded Shipyard base with a community pool, easy access to the plantation's bike paths, and a location that puts the beach, golf, and Coligny all within comfortable reach.
Best for: Couples and families who want a versatile resort base with pool access and easy access to all of Shipyard's amenities
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Sailmaster Villas offer a comfortable Shipyard base with a community pool, easy access to the plantation's bike paths, and a location that suits active guests who want to move between the beach, golf, and island activities throughout the day.
Best for: Active couples and small families who want a comfortable base for beach, biking, and golf
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Shipmaster Villas offer a spacious, residential feel in one of Shipyard's quieter interior settings, with golf and lagoon views, generous unit layouts, and easy access to the plantation's bike paths and amenities.
Best for: Families and groups wanting a quieter, more private location with room to spread out
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Tennismaster Villas sit adjacent to Shipyard's Van der Meer Tennis Center, making them the go-to choice for tennis players — and a comfortable, well-located base for any guest who wants easy access to courts, bike paths, and the beach.
Best for: Tennis players and active families who want to be steps from the courts and close to the beach
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The Greens Villas are a well-rounded Shipyard community with townhouse-style layouts, a community pool, and a location that gives guests easy access to both the beach and Shipyard's golf courses.
Best for: Travelers who want both beach and golf access in a comfortable, mid-plantation location
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The Cottages offer a charming, smaller-scale alternative to Shipyard's larger villa complexes — with a quieter setting, a community pool, and easy access to the plantation's bike paths and beach.
Best for: Couples and small groups who want a quieter, more intimate setting within Shipyard
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Townhouse Tennis Villas offer multi-floor townhome layouts in a well-located part of Shipyard, with easy access to the plantation's tennis facilities, bike paths, beach, and golf courses.
Best for: Families and tennis-minded travelers who want a spacious townhome layout and easy access to courts and the beach
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Waterford Villas offer a peaceful, lagoon-side setting in one of Shipyard's quieter corners, with scenic water views, a community pool, and easy access to the plantation's bike paths and amenities.
Best for: Couples and guests seeking a tranquil, lagoon-side setting with scenic views and a relaxed pace
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Windward Village offers a comfortable, centrally located Shipyard base with a community pool, easy access to the plantation's bike paths, and a versatile location that suits guests planning a mix of beach days, golf rounds, and island exploration.
Best for: Couples and families planning varied island days who want a central, well-connected location within Shipyard
Read the full guideAvailability, amenities, layouts, and policies vary by individual rental. Browse current inventory to find a stay that fits your trip.
