The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
This year I’ve been focused on visiting luxury properties within driving distance of my home base, Charlotte, North Carolina. Since I’m expecting our second daughter, I’ve wanted to visit as many drivable properties as possible. I’ve previously been to The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, and I was lucky enough to visit again this year for a quick girls trip.
Located on Kiawah Island outside Charleston, South Carolina, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an elegant Southern mansion paired with five-star service, offering sweeping Atlantic views set within a serene Lowcountry setting. Guests enjoy oversized, beautifully appointed rooms, many with private balconies overlooking the ocean.
The on-site amenities are a standout: multiple dining venues showcasing coastal cuisine, a grand indoor pool and expansive outdoor pool deck, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and direct access to one of the East Coast’s most pristine beaches. Guests also receive exclusive access to Kiawah Island’s acclaimed recreational offerings, including five championship golf courses—highlighted by the iconic Ocean Course—top-tier tennis facilities, nature programs, miles of bike trails, and water activities like kayaking and paddleboarding.
With its blend of world-class amenities, natural beauty, and refined Southern hospitality, The Sanctuary delivers a luxurious yet laid-back escape ideal for both couples and families.
During my previous stays I have loved visiting the spa, dining throughout the island (including lunch at the Ryder Cup Bar and dinner at the Ocean Room), and generally enjoying life in the Lowcountry.
If you’d like to experience The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort yourself, when you book with Jessica Drew Travel you receive the following perks during your stay:
Upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
Daily full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in multiple restaurants or via room service
$100 USD equivalent resort or hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
Early Check-In / Late Check-Out (subject to availability)
