Hip Island House — Newly Renovated! - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Summary:
Renovated in Dec ‘21, this peaceful and calming home with a massive yard and palapa is great for families and friends wanting to experience both Charleston's great Downtown area and beachfront — it's ideally located right between the two.

The Space:
Sunny, roomy, exceptionally-located James Island home with great outdoor living space and boutique amenities. The home is a few mins. from Downtown and less than 10 mins. from Folly Beach, with all the amenities of high-end boutique hotels but with much more space. Freshly remodeled bathrooms, TWO living rooms with sizable flatscreen TVs and a Sonos wireless soundsystem all contribute to a luxury experience, ideal for modest groups and families— plus, an outdoor shower!

For guest convenience we provide coffee, sugar, bath and beach towels, bed linens, paper towels, toilet paper, and soaps.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire home, Roomy backyard with great outdoor living space, and off street parking for 4-5 cars.

The Neighborhood:
The home is in a peaceful, centrally located James Island neighborhood. 10 mins. from Downtown and 10 min. to Folly Beach. James Island County Park, eateries, bars, shopping, banking, and convenience stores are all within a short 2-3 min. drive. The ideal location for visiting Charleston.

Getting Around:
Uber and Lyft are plentiful and economical. There are also local yellow cabs, limo services, and a public transit.

Other Things to Note:
Streaming services available with guests’ own account(s).

There are cameras located at the exterior entrance.

Owner/Host is SC licensed Realtor

Interaction with Guests:
The host is available for any issues or questions you may have during your stay. You will receive a digital guidebook link with info about the area, restaurant recommendations, and activities.

About the Area

Charleston is home to this vacation home. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Folly Island Beaches. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for South Carolina Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Charleston rental home tips and tricks:

Find your perfect rental home:

• In the Charleston area area, The earlier your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your rental property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Summer months are high season in Charleston. To get the best rental for your budget, we suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular Charleston area attractions and restaurants.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many management companies supply Charleston area area visitor guides which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Charleston area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Finding the best vacation home in Charleston:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Hip Island House — Newly Renovated! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible online. If you don't see them listed, contact the property management company before you reserve your home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to determine what configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

During your stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Document any damages to the property at check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on great ratings to propel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.