Forest Beach Resort Area

Forest Beach is the “Hilton Head Hot Spot”, a vibrant and desirable Hilton Head community where everyone goes, and everyone wants to be! If you’re looking to stay in the heart of the action during your Hilton Head vacation, look no further than the Forest Beach resort area of Hilton Head Island.

Located only minutes from the Coligny Beach Park and Coligny Plaza, your Forest Beach vacation home is a quick walk, shuttle or bike ride away from over 100 shops and restaurants and 12-miles of scenic Atlantic Shoreline, voted one of the “25 Best Island Beaches in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler.

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Map of the Hilton Head Forest Beach area, highlighting various rental properties and key landmarks.

RESORT HIGHLIGHTS

  • More than 100 shops and restaurants
  • Miles of walking, jogging, and biking trails
  • Updated Coligny Beach Entrance
  • Free Family Entertainment
  • Miles of Sandy white beaches

FOREST BEACH VACATION rentals

Sunset Rentals offers everything from 1 bedroom villas to 8 bedroom homes located on the beach or just a few steps away from the beach. We have something for everyone wanting to come spend their vacation on the Atlantic Ocean. All of our rental properties on Forest Beach are just minutes away from shopping and entertainment, and some offer free tennis and pet-friendly options. View our Forest Beach properties and book your vacation today!


Properties Available 65 properties available
Breakers 207 is a 2nd floor condo situated in the heart of North Forest Beach, steps from the Atlantic ocean and conveniently located within walking distance to shops, restaurants and activities. Breakers are efficiency condos, ideal for couples or small families looking for a beach escape! The living area and kitchen have an open floor plan. T
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Bedrooms 1 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 full baths
Guests 4 guests
Rating 5 (3)
Your perfect island oasis awaits at 18 Ocean Club, Hilton Head! This second story, beautifully updated Forest Beach condo offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and easy access to the complex pool, beach and top attractions of Hilton Head Island.Wood and tile flooring span the property, and an open-concept living area offers plenty of space for your f
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Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 full baths
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (5)
3033 Seascape is a beautifully renovated two bedroom, 2 bathroom Forest Beach Hilton Head vacation rental located just minutes from the beach! The owners of this condo completed a full remodel including all new appliances and furnishings. The open-concept floor place features a comfortable living area with plush furniture and a Smart TV. The dining
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Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (4)
Shorewood 232 is the perfect island escape on Hilton Head! Enjoy your time away from it all while being close to everything that Hilton Head Island has to offer. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath Forest Beach condo has open living areas that provides views of the pool, landscaping and ocean beyond. The private balcony can be accessed from the living area or t
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Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (11)
Welcome to Ocean Breeze 9, a 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome nestled in the quiet community of Ocean Breeze, Hilton Head. Pet-Friendly for your pooch too! This Forest Beach villa is centrally located near the community pool, playground, and tennis courts. It is also a short 5-10 minute walk to the Atlantic Ocean and Hilton Head’s renowned downtown area,
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Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 full baths
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (1)
Experience the ultimate getaway at 7 Heron, a beautifully renovated single-level home located just seven houses away from the beach. Ideal for a family vacation or a retreat with friends, this luxurious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home seamlessly blends upscale comfort with relaxed coastal charm.Step inside to a spacious open-concept layout where everyon
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Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (5)
304 Shorewood is a beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom oceanfront flat with direct views of the Atlantic! This 3rd floor condo is located in one of the most coveted communities in Forest Beach and offers vacationers a relaxing and fun-filled stay. The open concept living area features comfortable furnishings, including a sleeper sofa and a Sm
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Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (6)
This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Forest Beach villa is located in Shorewood, a secure and gated oceanfront complex in South Forest Beach, Hilton Head Island. Just about a 3-minute walk through the complex until your toes are in the sand and the great Atlantic Ocean spreads out before you!Shorewood 131 is a beautiful, modern Hilton Head vacation rental wi
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Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (9)
This fourth-row home in the Oceanwoods North Forest Beach community is just steps away from the Atlantic coastline and boasts a fenced-in complex swimming pool, kiddie pool and beachside raised cabana with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. This 3-story, dog-friendly Forest Beach home has covered parking, 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and m
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 full baths
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (8)
This well-appointed 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom flat is stair-free and dog friendly, making it the perfect vacation spot for summer guests and snowbirds!The open-concept floor plan features a living room with comfortable furnishings, including a sleeper sofa, Smart TV and access to the private patio area through sliding glass doors. The patio features ta
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (7)
16 Continental Club is an updated 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome located just steps from the Atlantic Ocean! This rare find is ideally situated in a small, private community and is uniquely positioned next to Coligny Plaza and Celebration Park. The stair-free 1st level of the property features an open-concept floor plan with a comfortable living ar
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Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 full baths
Guests 7 guests
Rating 5 (6)
You are only 1 block from beautiful South Forest Beach when you stay in this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom bright Hilton Head vacation condo in Forest Beach. This popular, pet-friendly Ocean Breeze condo offers comfort and convenience in a great location to explore Hilton Head Islands' top attractions and beaches. On entry, the foyer leads into a bright
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Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full baths 1 half bath
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (8)

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Forest Beach

 

How does staying in Forest Beach on Hilton Head Island provide easy beach access?

Accessing the beach is a matter of simply grabbing your flip-flops or cruising over on a bike. Most Forest Beach Homes are located just a few minutes away, close enough to linger as long as you want and return home before the saltwater even has a chance to roll off your skin. 

One minute you’re sitting inside the house, the next you’re waist-deep in the Atlantic. With direct paths leading from home to shore, going back for a quick break or a quick refill is no big deal.

Staying in Forest Beach provides effortless and easily accessible visits to the beach whenever the mood hits.

 

What recreational options are enhanced by a Forest Beach home location?

A Forest Beach home puts you right in the middle of recreational options, keeping your days full of action and variety. For starters, kayaking, paddleboarding, and biking start right outside your door.

Coligny Beach Park is also nearby, offering volleyball, surfing lessons, and easy-going beach games. Golf and tennis are also close by, giving your day even more options for variety.

The only thing you’ll need at Forest Beach is to plan what to do first, then head out and go for it. 

 

How does the vibrant community of Forest Beach offer convenience on Hilton Head Island?

Forest Beach has everything you need, with Coligny Plaza reachable on foot or by bike. From morning coffee to evening live music, you have your pick from over a hundred shops, restaurants, and entertainment.

The area is easy to navigate even without a car, whether you’re hunting for souvenirs, looking for a bite to eat, or simply hanging out.

A lively, pedestrian-friendly scene keeps things relaxed, close-knit, and captures the local charm that represents the Hilton Head Island experience.

 

What scenic advantages come with staying in Forest Beach on Hilton Head Island?

Atlantic Ocean views and tree-lined walks become part of your daily experience when you stay in Forest Beach. Rolling waves and glistening sands accompany you during walks or while unwinding on the porch.

You’ll wander along winding trails and past moss-covered trees, catching glimpses of the sea for the classic Lowcountry experience. Mornings come with sunrises over the water, and afternoon bike rides give you time to pause while the world drifts by.

Forest Beach is a part of Hilton Head where you’re reminded that nature is woven into everyday island life by keeping the scenery close and the mood unhurried. 

 

How does Forest Beach balance lively fun with relaxation on Hilton Head Island?

You don’t have to choose between calm and connection, here you can have both. Start your night with live music and cocktails near Coligny, or keep things light with a walk along the shore.

From beach parties and nearby nightlife to boutique shopping, there’s a little something for everyone. When you want to slow things down, your rental is close by letting you take a break from the scene whenever you’re ready.

Forest Beach gives you the freedom to turn up the fun or to dial it down, so whatever pace feels right, it’s all right here.