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Charming family vacation cottage, close to the beach on Isle of Palms.

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
kitchen area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Front Beach
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
  • Place, Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Alphabet Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

Sweetgrass Room

1 Queen Bed

The Helm

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Playroom Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

The Water Closet

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming family vacation cottage, close to the beach on Isle of Palms.

Nestled between the Inter Coastal Waterway, and the peaceful, well sought after, vast beach on Isle of Palms; this 3 BR, 2 1/2 Bath house offers a pleasant vacation experience for everyone.

The coastal casual atmosphere is a breath of fresh air and accommodates 8 people comfortably. The front screened in porch is perfect to enjoy coffee and watch the sunrise or catch the afternoon breeze. The main living area has an open floor plan, and with a fully equipped kitchen, is a perfect place to cook dinner with the family.

The back patio has a charcoal kettle grill, and comfortable seating for outdoor cookouts, overlooking a large private yard where the kids can run around. Adjacent to the patio is an outdoor shower with hot and cold water, and storage shed with beach chairs, umbrella, and a beach cart.

Each bedroom is furnished with a queen sized bed, and there are 3 TV's located throughout the house. The playroom has a queen futon and is divided from the rest of the house, so the kids can watch tv while the adults are in the main living space. Adjacent to the playroom is a bathroom with large walk-in shower.

Hardwood floors and ceiling fans are throughout the house, and there are 2 leather sofas in the main living area. There is a full size washer and dryer available for your use, and linens and towels, including beach towels are provided.

With granite counter tops, new appliances, a large farm table, and comfortable casual seating for everyone, dining in is just as easy as dining out. A Keurig coffee maker, or upon request, a regular brew coffee maker, high chair, pack-n-play crib, a child gate and board games are furnished. There is high speed internet available and the Wi-fi password will be provided upon check-in, as well as a key code for the back door.

This location is conveniently located just a few minutes from Wild Dunes golf, Isle of Palms Marina, a variety of full service restaurants, and a Harris Teeter grocery store.
Isle of Palms Short term rental permit: # P-01625

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Isle of Palms

Located in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Port of Charleston. Travelling with kids? Consider South Carolina Aquarium and Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Isle of Palms, SC

What's nearby

  • Isle of Palms Recreation Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Front Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Isle of Palms Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Isle of Palms Marina - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 10 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 27 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Windjammer - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Refuge - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming family vacation cottage, close to the beach on Isle of Palms. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Charming family vacation cottage, close to the beach on Isle of Palms. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming family vacation cottage, close to the beach on Isle of Palms. located?

This family-friendly Isle of Palms holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Isle of Palms Recreation Center and Front Beach. Isle of Palms Beach and Isle of Palms County Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 124 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! Close walk to the beach and the house had everything we needed. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marie P.

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

Great beach retreat!

Overall lovely stay in a great neighborhood, close to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray J.

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

Forth of July trip

This property was perfect for our family. We had plenty of space and only a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Best Beach Getaway

This was one of the best beach houses we have stayed in. The house had everything we needed and more. It was so clean and very comfortable. Even the front porch furniture was clean and relaxing. The walk to the beach was very easy and the location was close to everything. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan F.

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

Awesome Stay !!, Great Location.

Nice and cozy for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Nice place

The place is clean and a short distance to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nobert A.

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

Home @ Isle of Palm

Charming home, perfect location and everything one could ask for in a beach rental. We’ve already booked our stay for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

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

Quick weekend getaway

Everything was great about the place…location and house itself. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

IOP getaway

Layout of the house was perfect for our family and nicely decorated. Easy walk to the beach as well as convenient to grocery and great restaurants. Host provided great recommendations for places to eat and was responsive. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

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

A little gem on the IOP!

What a fabulous stay we had at this cottage on IOP. Super convenient to the beach, great restaurants, and a Harris Teeter right down the street! The cottage was clean, functional and have every amenity that you could possibly imagine! We would definitely rent this property again! A+
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L., Mount Pleasant

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

Beach House

Exterior photos do not do this property justice. House was perfect for our needs. Perfect location and plenty of space for our group which consisted of (5) adults.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Isle of Palms Beachy Home

Very pleased with accommodations. Well maintained, nicely furnished, and comfortable smaller home. Quiet neighborhood. No surprises.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

This property was the perfect beach cottage for my family to enjoy with friends. The house is well-stocked with linens, kitchen supplies, and beach necessities. It was very clean and comfortable. A short 5 minute walk puts you on a beach that is not overly crowded. The host responded to all messages promptly and welcomed us with a lovely gift basket of fresh flowers and local treats. I would absolutely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty L.

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

Perfect fit for us

3 female senior citizen cousins stayed 4 nights here. Totally fit our requirements as we each had our own room and bathroom, a wonderful space to cook/eat/hangout and a great enclosed porch to sit on and watch people go by. Only four easy blocks to the beach which is HUGE! We loved the peace and quiet of our house. Super close to grocery store and places to eat. I have stayed at numerous VRBO’s and this owner was the fastest to respond to any questions we had…we’re talking a minute or two. Julie truly wants to make your stay perfect in every way. Don’t hesitate to book this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mario V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location, terrible mosquito problem

Location of the house was great, walking distance to the beach and close to stores and restaurants. The bedrooms are small and lack adequate closet space. The main bathroom has a pedestal sink that has very little room for toiletries, etc. All of that would not have detracted from our Vacation as much as the mosquito issue did. They were all over the outside and some made it into the house given us many bites. We had to dodge them every time we left or returned to the house. Maybe the mosquito issue is common this time of year at IOP but we would have appreciated advance notice or a good spraying to reduce the population. Through it all we still had a good time and enjoyed IOP.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

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

Perfect property for my family

Property was lovely and had all the amenities that make for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Our entire family enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty T.

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

Beach House

I was extremely pleased with this property. It was clean and roomy and had all the amenities needed for our stay. We liked the close proximity to the beach and the public beach access was a short walk. Would stay in the beach house again if we are in the Charleston area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Nice getaway

We loved our stay at the property! The house is just as pictured. The backyard needs some work due to storm issues, but still has a table for dining on the patio. We liked th short walk to the beach and the house having the beach necessities was great! We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Beautiful location, charming cottage

This property was absolutely charming and perfect for our needs. Close and convenient for both the Graduation events at the Citadel and Wedding in Isle of Palms. The owner was so nice and helpful with any questions we had.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane B.

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

IOP and Charlestown

We loved the area and experienced many great tours and restaurants. The neighborhood was quiet and the area is beautiful. Our house and hosts were great. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed our stay.. our host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyia H.

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

IOP Fen

House was wonderful. Exactly as described. We could hear the waves when hanging out on the screen porch. Easy walk to the beach and many great restaurants in close proximity. Could easily bike or walk to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol g.

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

Cozy, comfortable cottage

Cottage was clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the location - short walk to beach. Kitchen was well equipped. Washer and dryer was a plus. Enjoyed the screened in front porch as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy E.

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

Inappropriate behavior. Julie.

What stay? My physician wrote a letter explaining why it was ( unsafe) due to my medical condition to stay. Yet owner Julie , disregarded and dismissed the importat information.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

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

Very much enjoyed our stay ~

First, I must say that Julie and Michael were wonderful to work with! The house was clean and very inviting. Our family enjoyed our week and would not hesitate to book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Julie Smith

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I have lived in the area for 30 years, and am excited to be able to host guests from all over. Most everyone who has a chance to vacation here loves it, and wants to come back. I enjoy being able to help create
lasting family memories for years to come.

Why they chose this property

This quiet neighborhood on the Isle of Palms is the perfect spot to escape to without giving up too many of the conveniences of a larger city.
Everything you need to enjoy your vacation is easily accessible by golf cart or a short walk.

What makes this property unique

A hidden treasure, this charming original well-maintained cottage is the perfect spot for a family wanting to vacation in a first class beach town without having to invite too many people to fill one of the many new expensive vacation homes, or put up with relatives you don't enjoy.

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