Clean, Private Guesthouse-9 min. to Downtown Charleston, 15 min. to FollyBeach! - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 600 square feet

Welcome to your home away from home! This guest home private, with it's own entrance, and is attached to our home. We newly re-decorated the place. It sleeps 4, with 2 in the queen bed, and 2 on the queen couch bed. We provide WiFi, toiletries, linens & towels, clothes iron, hair dryer, full kitchen, beach essentials, coffee & tea. Watch waterfowl while sitting by the serene backyard creek, or go on an adventure to Folly or downtown.

Centrally located for your beach hideaway, or business trip. James Island is close to everything, and very simple to get to.

Please note, our dining room shares a wall with the guesthouse bedroom. We never hear our guests, but guests do hear my four kids occasionally, during daytime hours. If you are not ok with this, you may want to stay somewhere else. If hearing kids play is ok with you, I guarantee you will adore the comfort, decor, additional touches, location, and cleanliness of our place.

In addition to the bedroom, full bath, full kitchen, and living room, our backyard is a excellent place to hang out. We have sizable picnic table, a gas grille, a basketball hoop, a enormous garden, and a fire pit. So much to appreciate as you are waterfront. You are even welcome to fish in the waterway (catch & release), or use our canoe for a jaunt down the estuary.

We have a intelligent TV with many apps to savor.

If a need for a washer or dryer arises, please just let me know, and we will work something out so that you may use our laundry room.

We can only accommodate two guest cars. We give you a code to enter on the keypad a few days before you arrive. You can check in anytime after 3pm. We charge a $50 early check-in/late check-out fee, and can only guarantee we can accommodate it on the day of arrival/check out.

We appreciate interacting with our guests, but we also respect privacy when guests want to be alone. We are always available by text, phone, or a knock on the door for any needs or questions you have. We are a homeschooling family, so my kids are often home, and appreciate making conversation with others in the backyard. They can also respect your privacy, if that's what you prefer. It's all up to you.

No smoking, drugs, or events.

There is a creek behind our home. If you let your kids into our backyard, please be aware that the creek is attached, and be water safe.

We like to turn the WiFi off while we sleep. It will be off from about midnight to 6am (it is on a timer). If you would prefer to have it on during those hours, please just text me, and I’m happy to accommodate.

We have a modest, hypoallergenic dog, an indoor cat, and a tiny, indoor bunny, whom you may occasionally see my kids holding outside. All our family pets are peaceful and friendly, and you are welcome to pet them. We also have some laying hens, whom you will see complimentary ranging around the backyard.

My teenage daughter is a Certified Safe Sitter babysitter, and is available to babysit, should you need a sitter while you're here. Please message me if you will need her services.

We provide a bag of beach essentials, which includes beach towels, an umbrella, beach chairs (4), and sunscreen, which you are welcome to use during your stay. Does not include snorkeling gear.

If you are bringing an infant and you practice Cry-It-Out, please don’t book our place. While we’ve sound-proofed the walls, we have, on occasion, heard babies crying in the bedroom, and it is upsetting for my kids to hear. This is not a judgement on your parenting choices, but just a request that you don’t do it in our home. Thank you.

We are centrally located on James Island, about 10 mins. from Downtown Charleston, 15 to Folly Beach, close to historical landmarks, eateries, museums, plantations, and tons of fun things to do. The closest beach is about five mins. down the road. We are close to stores, museums, eateries, and entertainment. There is a grocery store one block away (with a Starbucks inside).

One thing to note: We are on a busy street. Please do not book if being on a busy street will bother you, as there is nothing we can do to change this, and bad reviews are unfair based on our location. Most of our negative reviews have been because of the busy street, which we cannot control. All we can do is be very clear about it, and request that because our guests know this before booking, that they do not leave a negative review based on something we cannot control or change. Thank you for your understanding with this. Most of our guests have given us glowing reviews "The best place I've stayed in for my entire 3,000 mile road trip," etc. I promise you will appreciate our place, including our relaxing and serene backyard. But if busy streets are an issue, please don't book our place.

Uber or Lyft are your best bet if you don’t bring a car. It is about a $10 Uber ride to downtown. Feel complimentary to use our grass to turn your car around on. Being on a busy street, it’s easier to pull onto the street when facing forward.

About the Area

Located in Charleston, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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? See what's going on at Credit One Stadium or North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to book the best rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal SC. Booking your vacation rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is an excellent way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Charleston area area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guides have coupons for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Filter your rental search:

• To start, have your family agree to dates and a budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Clean, Private Guesthouse-9 min. to Downtown Charleston, 15 min. to FollyBeach! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Charleston area vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before booking the home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs might be applied to your contract.
• If there's an individual Charleston area attraction you crave, keep an eye out for properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Tips for a great stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if there is a dispute.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great ratings to stimulate future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.