Marriott's Harbour Point and Sunset Pointe at Shelter Cove

The resort and its setting

Marriott's Harbour Point and Sunset Pointe at Shelter Cove is a Marriott Vacation Club property on the Intracoastal Waterway side of Hilton Head Island, in Beaufort County, South Carolina. The two sister resorts share grounds along Shelter Cove, with spacious villas that come with full kitchens, free Wi-Fi, a pool, and tennis courts — a relaxed, low-key setup rather than a high-rise resort strip. Guests consistently mention the quiet, villa-style layout and the ease of walking to Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina for dinner or an evening out.

The area and things to do

Hilton Head Island is one of the best-known coastal destinations on the US East Coast, known for its beaches, golf courses, and bike paths that wind through maritime forest. Shelter Cove Harbour itself has waterfront restaurants, shops, and regular live music in season, and it's a popular spot to watch the sunset over the marina. The island's beaches, including Coligny Beach, are a short drive away, and Hilton Head's extensive network of cycling trails makes it easy to get around without a car for much of a stay. Golfers will know the island's reputation for championship courses, several of which are within easy reach of Shelter Cove.

Selling or renting a week here

If you own a week or points at Harbour Point and Sunset Pointe and want to sell or rent it out, you can list it privately on BidMyTimeshare.com: you set your own asking price, buyers or renters contact you directly through the platform, and we charge a one-time listing fee rather than commission on the sale.

Before you price a resale, it helps to understand how Marriott Vacation Club handles ownership transfers. According to Marriott, resale buyers of points pay a transfer fee of $750 per 250 points (minimum $3,000), plus a $300 education fee for first-time owners and a $95 fee if Marriott waives its right of first refusal. For US legacy weeks like this one, the more common route, the transfer fee is lower: $25 plus a $95 right-of-first-refusal fee, according to RedWeek. Marriott holds a right of first refusal on resales, typically exercised within 15 to 30 days depending on the resort, so a sale isn't final until that window passes. Owners report transfers typically taking three to four months to complete, so it's worth setting buyer and seller expectations accordingly.

It's also worth knowing what a resale buyer does and doesn't get: resale weeks cannot be enrolled in Abound or converted to Marriott Bonvoy points, and resale points don't count toward Reserve or Pinnacle membership tiers. Buyers coming from Interval International exchange trading will want to confirm current enrolment status as part of the sale, since this resort participates in that exchange network.

Practical notes

Villas here have full kitchens, so renters and buyers often ask about unit size and whether linens or starter groceries are included — worth clarifying in your listing. Tennis courts and the pool are on-site, and the harbour-side restaurants and shops are within walking distance, which is a common selling point for renters who don't want to drive every evening. If you're unsure of your current annual maintenance fee or next transfer costs, check your owner portal or ask Marriott directly, since these figures aren't published on an open page.