HH is divided into several different "plantations" each with it's own charm and special characteristics. Most of these are gated areas. The largest is Sea Pines - home to Harbourtown with the logo Lighthouse.
The
DVC resort is located in Shelter Cove - which is part of Palmetto Dues. Other areas are Hilton Head Plantation, Windmill Harbour, Port Rolal Plantation, Indigo Run, Shipyard and Wexford.
We have been coming to HH for 30 years now and enjoy both Sea Pines and Palmetto Dunes/Shelter Cove. We have rented condos and homes over the years.
Here is a link to a website with lots of good HH information -
http://www.hiltonheadisland.com/ With the current economic climate there are lots of homes and condos available for rental - both thru brokers and also directly thru owners. You can find info about both means via that link.