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Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Historic District!

Cottage in Beaufort with kitchen and patio

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Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, University of South Carolina-Beaufort
  • Place, Bay Street
  • Place, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Historic District!

Adorable cottage with all the comforts of home. Within walking distance to shopping, dining and the waterfront park of Beaufort, SC.
I have been a VRBO host for over 10 years, I know what you want.

This adorable home is a quirky little 2 bedroom 1 bath 1940's cottage located in the heart of Historic Downtown Beaufort.

We have completed the addition of a beautiful, private, back yard patio.

From this location, you can easily walk to our gorgeous waterfront park where there are lots of restaurants, galleries, and shops. There are porch swings lining the waterfront and it is a lovely place to sit and enjoy the ‘yacht parade’ on the Beaufort River, which is part of the Intracoastal Waterway. The Point neighborhood, filled with antebellum mansions used in the filming of many movies, is just 4 blocks to the east and a wonderful area for leisurely strolls.

Inside the house there is central AC (and heat), as well as whisper quiet ceiling fans in the living room and both bedrooms. It has a cozy living room with a 40' Sony Bravia flat panel TV, and a DVD player.

The kitchen is large and bright and has been completely redone with a glass top electric range, dishwasher, and refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, and a stacked washer/dryer unit. All cabinets and countertops are new, with a deep stainless steel sink and a pull down spray faucet. All pots, pans, dishes, glassware, flatware, and necessary gadgets are provided - as are small appliances like a coffee maker, toaster, blender, and a hand mixer. The kitchen is also stocked with staples such as salt and pepper, coffee, tea, and sugar - just to name some. We found a cute little 'nesting' table and 2 chairs for casual dining.


The Dining Room has large windows on 2 walls. The dining table is round glass and seats 4 comfortably. There is a lovely curved metal chandelier for ambience.


The master bedroom has a 2011 Sealy Posturepedic mattress and boxspring with 100% cotton high thread sheets and fluffy new pillows. We have switched out all of our Queen bedding to white European Duvet & Shams during the cooler months - IF we have any - so there will still be the high thread count sheets, but instead of our white cotton Matelassé Coverlets, now you will have a duvet cover and shams. These are washed and changed between guest. It's more work, but it as we discovered, it is a better sleeping experience!

The second bedroom has a single bed with the same mattress, except that it is a twin. We tried having a trundle, but it is too cramped to be comfortable, so the house is limited to 3 guests.


There is one bathroom, and while it isn't large, it is bright and fresh and comes stocked with plenty of 100% cotton fluffy towels. Amenities and a blow dryer are also provided.


The private patio has a dining table with 4 chairs and an umbrella, and 2 chaise lounges and a huge umbrella at the other end. It is a lovely place to relax and enjoy the outdoors.


Pets are allowed with prior approval and a non refundable $75 deposit. Please let me know what kind and size of pet you wish to bring so we can discuss it's appropriateness! *The yard is fenced, but PLEASE take responsibility for your pet, should it be approved. We cannot be responsible if you leave a gate or a door open of if a pet escapes.*


All you have to bring is you and your clothing - we've got the rest!


Oh - ALL of our properties are NON-SMOKING, inside and out.


*NOTE: ALL OF OUR VRBO PROPERTIES ARE LEGAL SHORT TERM RENTALS IN THE CITY OF BEAUFORT, SC. WE HAVE BUSINESS LICENSES AND PAY ALL TAXES REQUIRED TO OPERATE THEM. ALL ARE CODE COMPLIANT, AND WE ARE ALLOWED TO RENT ALL OF THEM FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 NIGHTS. WE ADHERE TO THE MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY.


**TAX NOTE: VRBO/HOMEAWAY ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA TO COLLECT ALL STATE AND LOCAL TAXES AND REMITT THEM DIRECTLY TO THE STATE UNDER THEIR OWN NUMBER. STARTING SEPTEMBER 1, 2019, THEY UNILATERALLY STARTED RETAINING THE 11% TAX THAT INCLUDES 5% SALES TAX, 2% STATE ATAX, 1% BEAUFORT COUNTY TRANSPORTATION TAX AND 3% CITY OF BEAUFORT ATAX. ON OR ABOUT SEPTEMBER 9, 2019, VRBO/HOMEAWAY STOPPED COLLECTING THE 3% CITY OF BEAUFORT ATAX AND WITHOUT NOTICE CHANGED THE TAXES TO BE COLLECTED ON ALL FUTURE BOOKINGS TO EXCLUDE THIS TAX. THEY HAVE PUT US IN THE AWKWARD POSITION OF HAVING TO COLLECT AND REMIT THE 3% TAX SEPARATELY. THIS IS WHY YOU WILL BE RECEIVING A PAYMENT REQUEST FOR THE 3% ATAX.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Beaufort

Located in Beaufort, this cottage is in the city centre. St. Helena's Episcopal Church and John Mark Verdier House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bay Street and Port Royal Farmers Market. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Beaufort, SC

What's nearby

  • University of South Carolina-Beaufort - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bay Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Beaufort National Cemetery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Spanish Moss Trail - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bricks On Boundary - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Herban Market and Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Maryland Fried Chicken - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Historic District! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Historic District!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Historic District!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Historic District! located?

Located in Historic District, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of University of South Carolina-Beaufort and USCB Center for the Arts. St. Helena's Episcopal Church and Bay Street are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 296 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann & Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Duke St. and we really enjoyed it. The house feels homey and comfortable. The updates are great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely historic, better for a single or a couple than larger parties.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage just right for us.

The cottage is within easy walking distance of downtown Beaufort and historic neighborhoods. It was nice to be able to make our own breakfast and lunches. And the host had very helpful information about what to see and do in Beaufort .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable house, fenced in yard for peope and pets. Close to downtown, good location.

Nice property, especially for pet owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Comfortable

This little house has pretty much everything you need for a nice stay.The master bedroom is a good size and the bed is very comfortable. The kitchen is well-stocked.The backyard is very private and a perfect place to enjoy an nice evening and a good glass of wine.Booking went smoothly and Melissa was immediately available.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Cozy

Wonderful place to stay! Close enough to walk downtown if you wish. Enjoyed the outside patio also. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place close to town

Perfect spot - walking distance to town. House was clean and had everything we needed. Would totally stay again. Great mini weekend away.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holli D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

We loved staying at the cottage. We were able to walk to virtually everything and the binder provided by the host was filled with great suggestions for food and excursions. The home was clean and well kept with a cute, fenced in backyard. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage in wonderful location

Perfect for walking downtown and driving to the beach and farmers market. Everything we needed was in cottage, including recommendations for local activities and restaurants. Easy booking and communication with host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

Perfect location…5 min walk from downtown and restaurants! Cute cabin, perfect size for two (or three) Nice shaded back patio/yard. Functional kitchen with all the utensils you’d need!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connnie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beaufort

Perfect walking distance to historic downtown. Helpful house guide. Totally fenced in yard for our dog
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cute cottage near historic district

The property was very clean and had great towels and bed linens. My only complaint was a lack of cable tv service which I expect to have in a rental property but it wasn't a big deal since I wasn't in the cottage all that much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky Little Spot

We loved our stay. The place was super clean and the lights were even on for us when arrived. Neighbors are nice folks. The house is small but was all we needed for a great long weekend. It is evident that these folks know how to host. I hope they will have us back in the near future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kitchen needs upgrading

The appliances are in need of upgrades, especially the dishwasher. The kitchen cooking equipment was sparse and in need of upgradingneed of
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Charming house, clean as a whistle, comfy, with everything you could possibly need. We (and our 2 dogs) really enjoyed the lovely fenced patio area in back. Superb location, walking distance to downtown/waterfront park. Beautiful views to take in on neighborhood walks! We had a question the first night (not urgent), Melissa responded within minutes with a smile and made us feel at home. Wonderful stay all around!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cottage

Duke cottage was an amazing stay! It was so sweet, quiet and vintage. We were in the perfect place to get to and from Parris Island for MCRD Graduation. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our two dogs. We even had some fighter jets fly over! A total of 4 went by at a low altitude! We could see everything! Definitly would consider going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beaufort Charmer

We made a short visit to Beaufort to attend a wedding. The house more than met our expectations. The house was clean, well maintained, charming, and very well appointed. The location was excellent, allowing us to walk to the waterfront and the wedding venue. this was a plus because parking closer to the water can be difficult. As an added bonus we were there for the Shrimp Festival which was unexpected and loads of fun. This host really got it right!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

kristina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy cottage

We really enjoyed our stay! The cottage location was perfect for walking downtown and the neighborhood was great for walking the dogs. We loved exploring all the old cemeteries and houses in the neighborhood. The house was very clean and cozy and perfect for the two of us and our 2 pups. We visited lots of shops and restaurants. We highly recommend eating at Lost Local Mexican restaurant. Everything we tried on the menu was delicious but you have to get the shrimp appetizer! Best fried shrimp I’ve had in years! And if you are a book lover you need to visit “Nevermore” bookstore. An amazing used book store. Both places are walkable from the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Slanty Shanty

Wonderful location, great property management & attention to details made for an enjoyable trip. Not sure how no one noticed or commented in the reviews about how the house has nothing level about it. Every room drops off in multiple directions. This made for some interesting times, especially getting up in the night for the bathroom. The bed that’s written up as being wonderful is really just old and lumpy. Add it to the slanted room and we didn’t get much sleep. But we did have an enjoyable time. I hate leaving reviews, especially about not as positive experiences, but I felt the reviews posted were not 100% accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lorie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, adorable and close to downtown, perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for my husband and I and our little dog. Booking was easy and the property owners were very responsive prior to our stay on anything we had questions about.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and the renovations were nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely place but extra charges

Enjoyed our visit! The home was very nice. Plenty of parking on the street. At first upon entering, we thought somebody else was present because the lights were on and the TV was on with music from Pandora, and the A/C was on. Then we read the notebook, and saw that was meant to be welcoming. The A/C being on already was nice.The beds were comfy, and each bedroom had a ceiling fan. The home was clean & bright, and included a nice backyard patio with a charcoal grill. We loved Beaufort! There was a waterfront festival, great shops and restaurants. Q on Bay was very tasty for lunch, we loved Lady's Island Dockside. Fave shops were Kilwin's (ice cream and fudge), The Safe Harbor Marina Store, The Tea and Spice Exchange, and Beaufort River Glass.Things we would've liked to be different: 1) Toilet flushed very slowly, sometimes needing an extra flush. 2) VRBO advertises that all fees are included in the listed price, but we were charged extra fees, which were not specified in the VRBO listing. One fee was a cleaning fee, yet we were asked to take the trash can to the curb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in the historic section of Beaufort

Stayed at this property with my Dad and my dog. It was perfect for us. Walking distance to downtown and the waterfront with a fenced back yard for Spot. Manager made check in easy and touched base with us to make sure everything was good. Pictures are accurate representation and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by Melissa Lewis

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