4 vacation rental kitchens that are simply *chef’s kiss*

The kitchen in this ultramodern, ocean-view vacation rental redefines California cool. Pull up a stool at the marble island, a perfect venue for avocado toast in the morning or a chilled glass of local rosé in the evening—courtesy of the wine fridge. The updated kitchen has a roster of chef-level appliances, including a high-end fridge , six-burner gas stovetop, and a dishwasher to make cleanup a cinch. Just remember the golden rule: the cook gets a pass on doing dishes.

It may not be what you imagine when you think “classic Southern kitchen,” but we’ve got one word for you: skylights. Picture the Kiawah Island sun streaming in as you try your hand at any number of the state’s signature dishes—like Frogmore stew—in this epicurean haven. With an efficient floor plan, the contemporary kitchen has a coastal cool palette that matches the rest of the cottage, but spares no expense when it comes to finishes. Stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and a custom island are just a few of the amenities that will make cooking easy-breezy in this beachside vacation home.