Live Oak Retreat - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Come relax at our appealing, freshly modernized home constructed in the 1930's. This calming, well-designed getaway under live oaks has all the appeal of the old but with all the upgraded, beautiful features: enormous kitchen, open floor plan, brand new wood floors through out, and sizable master suite. A roomy deck featuring a sizable live oak providing a canopy over the serene half acre lot. Walking distance to many eateries/bars, movie theatre, and mins. from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach.
The space
A huge open kitchen provides the space for many to savor the fun of cooking together. For those that prefer to watch the cooks, there's a huge bar that looks over the kitchen. The home has an open floor plan so just behind the bar is the dining room offering a variety of spots for all to eat together. Off the dining room is huge living room offering two couches and a recliner. There is also a spot next to the large bay window that makes the ideal reading nook! We have three queen sized bedrooms with dressers and ample closet space. The master suite features a tray ceiling and a large TV on the wall. The master bath offers a walk in closet, a large vanity with two sinks and an alcove. There is a half bath just off the hallway next to the laundry room.
Guest access
The property sits on a large half acre lot. In the back of the property is our sister Airbnb: Coastal Cottage. It features a cozy one bedroom bungalow. Guests of Coastal Cottage are at the back of the property and park directly in front of the home. Guests at Live Oak Retreat have ample parking space along the left side of the driveaway and along the side of the deck and carport. The right side of the driveway needs to remain open so Coastal Cottage guests can access their home. We have never had any issues with parking but want to make sure all guests are aware of how to share the parking space.
Other things to note
Walking/cycling distance to:

- Municipal Golf Course - open to the public!

- Terrace Theatre - only theatre on the island!

- The Pourhouse - live music every day & don't miss the Sunday Farmer's Market

- Tons of eateries: Crust, Maybank Public House, Millers All Day, Paddock, Bar George, Azul, Charleston Sports Pub, L&B Sweets + more!

- Only five mins. from two public boat landings

- Just mins. from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach!

- Only one mile to James Island County Park which offers broad walking/cycling trails, playgrounds, splash pads, climbing and the only dog park on the island.

- Only one mile to James Island Shopping Center that includes: Harris Teeter, Starbucks, CVS, Maple Street Biscuit Company, Muddy Waters (local coffee shop), My Father's Moustache (English pub), Barberitos (Southwest), Athens (Greek), Pilates gym, Liquor store, and nail salon.

About the Area

Charleston is home to this vacation home. 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 Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the very best Charleston area vacation property experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Charleston area area. Reserving a rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is an excellent way to save money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes.
• In the Charleston area area, The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Charleston area visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on local accommodations and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking a perfectvacation home:

• Begin by selecting your trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Live Oak Retreat has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible online. Otherwise, call the host before booking the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.
• Some properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about pets before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your visit, note any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the rental manager immediately to relay any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a fantastic stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.