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Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool

Villa with kitchen, 5-minute walk to College of Charleston

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Elegant and cozy living space featuring modern decor, a warm color palette, and abundant natural light.
Charming seating area with a plush sofa that pulls out to a queen-size mattress, complemented by cozy armchairs.
Functional living space featuring a modern kitchenette.
The space is illuminated by a statement chandelier and natural light streaming through large windows.
Inviting living area featuring a stylish bistro table ideal for light meals or work.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool

Summary:
This unique inviting light filled space boasts beautiful french doors throughout with an unmatched view into the lush courtyard. Plus 1 off-street parking spot!

Please note this unit is handicap inaccessible.
Courtyard & Heated Pool are shared.

The Space:
This rental is a two story villa and an incredibly serene and relaxing space.

On the first floor there is a small kitchenette, large living area with pull out sofa, and half bath. The kitchenette includes a full size fridge, toaster oven, microwave, pots & pans, dinnerware, basic cooks tools, and a stove top with two burners. There is no traditional oven or dishwasher. There is a dining table for two but no formal dining area.

Sleep comfortably in the king size bed upstairs and enjoy the peaceful natural light that beams through the windows surrounding the entire second floor.

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Guest Access:
Entire rental to yourself. The courtyard and heated pool are shared.

The Neighborhood:
The property is located in the Cannonborough Elliotborough neighborhood of Downtown Charleston, which is considered the most upcoming area on the peninsula. The neighborhood is perfect for a couple or a group who is looking to fully embrace Charleston's unique charm. Step right outside your door and find a wonderfully curated mix of shops, bars, bakeries, and dining. We recommend grabbing a coffee at Brown's Court Bakery before exploring King Street, Charleston's ultimate epicenter of shops and

Getting Around:
Charleston is a walking city! Uber is widely available. If guests do have a car, we provide ONE (1) off-street parking space. We suggest to bring an economy size vehicle to help with getting around Charleston's narrow downtown streets. If you find the parking space too tight, please use the nearest parking garage.

Other Things to Note:
• Please note our strict cancellation policy
• Wifi and Roku streaming device available (no standard cable)
• Please be considerate of our surrounding neighbors and keep noise to a minimum after 10 PM.
• 1 off-street parking space provided at no additional cost.
• No Smoking
• No Pets Allowed.
• City of Charleston Operation Permit #OP2023-03447

Interaction with Guests:
We are onsite and just a phone call away!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
•Noise is to be kept to a minimum after 10 PM. If this rule is violated guests will be immediately ejected. •Our check-in time (4 PM) and check-ou...

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

About the area

Charleston

Located in Charleston, this villa is in the city centre. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center or TD Arena.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of Charleston - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 13 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Babas on Cannon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Belmont - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$856.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Upper King Design District and College of Charleston. Port of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 168 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Wonderful!

Simply wonderful! Will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place is beautifully decorated and quaint. Nice small rectangular pool behind next door neighbors that is shared between 3-4 other tenants. It was in a nice location that we could walk to some restaurants and shops.My only concern was that it was very compact. I guess most places in this area are the same being built in 1800s when people were much smaller.I wish we were advised to bring smaller vehicle as the alley is a bit tight for large suv . Also I advise you take 2 smaller bags vs 1large suitcase as the bedroom is upstairs.I would highly recommend going to Ft SumterVietnam Experience TSS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier Aquarium Afro American museum Harbor CruiseRestaurants Millers All Day for Breakfast Charleston Crab HouseHank’s Seafood
Garden
Pool
Fountain by koi pond
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great stay!

Absolutely perfect spot in the center of the action! Secluded courtyard area and plenty of light throughout the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittni V.

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

Cozy and beautiful

My husband and I stayed here for four nights. What a great getaway to Charleston! This house was perfect for the two of us. It was very quiet at night, and we loved the courtyard. We took a dip in the pool multiple times. The location of this property is close to lots of shopping and restaurants. The property had everything we could need, and it felt as if some thought was put into what went into the property (amenities and toiletries). We loved our stay here!
Entrance
Living space
Courtyard with multiple fountains and a koi pond!
Pool with floats
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Short stay

Great location and very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

location,location

charleston was a steambath.location is so good you can still walk to every thing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great Place

We loved this little cottage. It was close enough to walk almost everywhere! We will definitely stay here again when we return to Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

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

Charleston Visit

Very fun place to stay while in Charleston. Close to the action on King Street and yet a very quiet place to come back to after a busy day. A unique place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ebony H.

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

Cute Little Poolhouse

This is on the top my favorite places in downtown Charleston!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Excellent place!

Clean and awesome, definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne h.

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

adorable!!!

Wonderful place, clean, private, great location. Truly adorable!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Koi Pond Cottage

My husband and I had a beautiful honeymoon stay at this property! It was serene, beautiful, and in close proximity to everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica K., Eagan, MN

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

Weekend Getaway

We loved the pool house for our stay. We basically needed a place to sleep at the end of a long day and it was so charming and comfortable. We were one block off of King St and were able to walk everywhere. The backyard is gorgeous and a great place to enjoy your morning coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne W., Manakin, Virginia

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

Perfect

The Pool House was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Charming hideaway

Beautiful job remodeling - nice mix of modern and traditional while still retaining character. Very comfortable bed and quiet, tranquil setting,
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

Tiny hidden gem

This was a little gem you would never know existed. Perfectly appointed and grounds are beautiful. We had our own little oasis and couldn’t have been more perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Amazing location and property!

Could not have asked for a better place to stay with my girls. The coy pond was an amazing sight in the morning. The house glows with the amount of sunlight pouring in. Property was clean, and centrally located to downtown. Looking forward to our next trip back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fenyd G.

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

Wonderful Cottage

Spacious cottage for a family of 4. The pool was amazing. Loved the attention to detail on everything from the makeup removal wipes to the nice bottle of wine. The cottage was extremely clean and inviting. At night, we could hear the relaxing water fountain. Overall, a truly relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana B., New Milford, Connecticut

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

Perfectly located to explore the city of Charleston

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Even though it’s in the center of the city, it was completely private and cozy once inside the courtyard. The place itself was clean and beautiful. A lovely bottle of red wine was left to welcome us. When up in the loft bedroom, the treetops can be seen through the windows which added to the feeling of tranquility. We would highly recommend this place and look forward to staying here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Debbie O.

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

Central to Charleston Downtown

Very nice- inside and out...upstairs bedroom- super comfortable bed- bed space/ bath. Downstairs is a little worn - sofa/ rug especially. Small kitchen needs some counter or just a regular toaster not a toaster oven. I agree that the blinds need to be more private. Water features and Koi pond are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Drew Z.

LOVE

We spent 6 nights at this rental and loved it. The pool is an absolute dream to have after a day of trekking around in the heat - and is a rare amenity in rentals in this area. It is located through a gate, at the end of the most adorable, colorful alleyway, with old cobblestones and rainbow stucco homes. The parking is not as tight as anticipated based on other reviews, and we think you could pretty easily get a small SUV in there if you needed to. After you park and enter through the gate, there is a lovely koi pond in front of the entry to the rental, with the swimming pool beyond the rental along the far wall. The rental itself is a converted coach house or similar, with two stories and tons of windows. The laundry is a huge perk, as were the kitchen and strong A/C. The only things that I might improve would be the shower toiletries - it wouldn't be insanely hard to source something a little more local or special (I forgot shampoo, so obviously looked at this right away) - and maybe de-clutter the space behind the house in case anyone wants to open the blinds up on that side. However, these are obviously not game changers. In the past, we have rented on the far east end of the peninsula, near the battery, which was a quiet, residential area. This is definitely in the middle of college town, but it is clearly an area that is in the midst of major revitalization, with lots of activity going on. We definitely felt safe walking around day and night. Both areas have their perks, but I think we would definitely choose to return to this rental in the future based on it being so close to everything (5 minutes to King Street and many amazing restaurants in all directions) and the swimming pool/courtyard area. Also, quick tip, there is a great coffee shop and bakery about a 1-minute walk west of the rental (take a left out of the alleyway), on St. Philip Street, called Brown's Court Bakery. Enjoy! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a charming, quiet, beautiful area of Charleston! Love how it’s tucked back behind a secure gate and the property was well kept. We loved night swimming and all the views!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

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

CHS PERFECTION!

We have been visiting Charleston since 2017 & have stayed at the best hotels- this year we tried the pool house to mixed it up and are THRILLED WE DID! The pool house is a private dwelling down an enchanted alleyway. It is secluded and quiet as well as extremely clean and well decorated - also stocked with all you need. It is in an ideal location to walk to all CHS has to offer! The icing on the cake is the beautiful pool right out your front door. My husband and I spent the hot midday hours floating and lounging in the cool shade of the pristine water.We had the best time here and will certainly return! Working with the staff was a pleasure - many many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Dreamy Charleston Getaway!

Cottage that dreams are made of..... PERFECTION!Wish I could take the pool home as a souvenir!Charleston and Italy collide! LOVE!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney N.

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

Even better than the pics!

This property made our stay! It was the best of ALL worlds, and we will most definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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