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For luxury and privacy on a group golf vacation to Kiawah Island Resort, it's hard to beat staying in a house.

Which is Better for a Group Golf Vacation to Kiawah Island Resort, the Homes or Villas?

Very good question, Adam. There are a few main things to consider:

First, how important to you is camaraderie on a golf vacation? When everyone stays under the same roof, this generally leads to maximum bonding and fun. Of course, this assumes that everyone gets along well and is easygoing.

If you have guys in your group (I'm assuming this is a buddies trip) who like having things "their own way," it might be best to divide them up into villas. Kiawah Island Resort has one- to four-bedroom villas available.

Second, with respect to Kiawah in particular, if you're looking for the ultimate in luxury and amenities, you may want to stay in a home. Kiawah Island Resort has four- to eight-bedroom homes available.

The "premier" homes all have pools; plus, bicycles and access to the fitness center are included. And while some of the villas are luxurious, too, I don't think they can quite match the overall luxury experience — and privacy — of the homes. If this isn't important to you, the villas might be the way to go.

Lastly, with regard to proximity and convenience, both the homes and villas at Kiawah Island Resort are all located in two main areas: East Beach and West Beach.

East Beach is:

• Walking distance to the main Sanctuary Hotel (and its restaurants)
• Walking distance to Turtle Point Golf Course

West Beach is:

• About 1.5 miles from Sanctuary Hotel
• A little quieter and economical
• Walking distance to Cougar Point Golf Course
• Where the resort's 4-bedroom villas are located

Whether you're staying at East Beach or West Beach, you'll need to drive (or take the complimentary shuttle) to play Kiawah Island Resort's Ocean Course, Osprey Point, and Oak Point golf courses.

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