Just returned from our second visit to this property. My parents own in Floriday and this is the second year that she exchanged to Surf Watch. Our family of 10 (6 adults, 4 kids) comfortably enjoyed a 3 bedroom/3 bath unit. We took advantage of the large kitchen to prepare meals to avoid taking such a large party to a restaurant. We love the modern furnishings and have been fortunate to stay in buildings that were in close proximity to the beach both years. We enjoy looking out over the marsh as we utilize the boardwalk to get to the beach.

We have had pool views both years but because of our February visits opted to just admire the view. This year the weather was actually in the low 70s so several people did take the plung in the pool and at the beach.

We don't stay the whole week like my parents do so I can't speak to the activities. I did view the schedule and there are several planned activities for children, adults and families. Most have a small fee assoiciated with them. The fitness center is not open but you can get a pass to use a facility at one of the other Marriott properties on the island.

As with a number of timeshares there is a charge for maid servie and if you want fresh towels there is $13 charge for a 3B. Luckily we brought detergent with us and were able to use the small capacity (but up to date) washer and dryer that was in the unit.

Only downside is that this place isn't available to us on a trade during the summer. I'm sure we'll be heading back next year if it is available.

We spent a week at the Marriott Surf Watch last month and absolutely fell in love with the property. We are from the West and this was our first time staying on Hilton Head. Our 3 bedroom unit was new and nicely decorated.

The grounds at the Surf Watch are amazing. The hotel itself is set back from the ocean with a protected wet lands area that you cross to access the beach and beach pool/bar area. We were very impressed with the layout and loved our little walk on the board walk where we daily saw many different species of birds and butterflies. All around the property are signs that point out and explain the different birds, plants, ocean currents and other interesting property facts.

Our favorite place, when we weren't golfing or traveling to Charleston and Savannah, was the beach front pool and bar. What a lovely set up. We took long walks on the beach and had great drinks at the bar. On Tuesday there was a musician who played the saxaphone and sang down at the beach pool, he was great! We loved Hilton Head and the beautiful scenery. We had wonderful food at The Old Fort Pub and also at Hudson's on the Dock. We bought groceries at the Piggly Wiggly down the street. Staying at this location I would definately recommend having a vehicle.

We would definately recommend this property to anyone. It was a great vacation.

We had a great time. There were plenty of activities available at (or through) the resort, but we chose to take it easy - play a few rounds of golf, sit at the pool, and walk the beach.
Rooms were spacious, mondern, and clean.
We've alreday made reservations for same time next year.

Our family just got back from our surfwatch vacation. Our two and four year olds enjoyed the property so much, they actually started crying as we were leaving. We traded our timeshare week at the Sheraton Vistana in Orlando to stay here in September. They put us in the 5300 building which is the furthest from the ocean. It would have been nice to have been closer to the water but we really couldn't complain. With two small children in tow, it took about five minutes to get to the beach. Considering how manicured the grounds were, it was actually a pleasant walk (except for the bugs). We often took advantage of the golf cart shuttle service which made things convienient. I'm not sure if this service is available all year so I'd call ahead if this is important to you. The outdoor pools were nice but not exactly set up for little children. We would have liked to have seen a zero entry section like they have at the Marriott Barony up the road. The oceanside pool was outstanding as were the frozen drinks at the bar! The staff was very attentive. We requested a high chair over the phone and it was delivered within five minutes. Overall we had a fantastic time.