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 peaceful 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 modernized bathrooms, TWO living rooms with huge 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, Cavernous 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

Strategies to get the perfect Charleston vacation home experience:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• Book your Charleston area rental home in the Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Charleston area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• In the Charleston area area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Charleston area visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines have discounts for local accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by choosing a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Hip Island House — Newly Renovated! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the property manager before booking the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is optimal for your group.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask your host about pets before booking.

During your stay:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Upon arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to compel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please 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.