Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

This is a pet friendly, comfortable and cozy bungalow on James Island that is just 5 miles from historic and spectacular downtown Charleston and only 6 miles to Folly Beach. Spend time in this marvelous city in a place that feels like home. The bungalow includes full kitchen, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, completely fenced back yard, and covered parking w/ a impressive concrete coating. Driveway will conveniently accommodate 4 cars or there is room to park a boat trailer should you decide to bring your own boat. We know your family pets are a part of your family, they are welcome at Palm Key! There is a $85 per pet fee(max 3 pets).

This is an older home modernized to include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tankless water heater, crown moldings, and wood floors. The kitchen and dining room area is open to the living room as well. It has 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms and is filled with coastal appeal. Intelligent TVs with Netflix and local channels are included in the living room and both bedrooms. You can also log into other streaming services with your own account if you'd like.
The home is thoughtfully prepared for your arrival with flatware, knives, cookware, coffee maker (pot/ pod) & toaster all made by Cuisinart and were all purchased new exclusively for this vacation home. Tea, coffee, creamer, sugar are all supplied as well as a waffle iron, towels, bed linens, hair dryer, iron, and ironing board. We recycle! You will find a blue recycle bin in the laundry room between the washer and dryer.

The value of this home is impressive and the location is spectacular. If you would like to savor a day on the beach and a nighttime on the town with a group of friends or family, then this is the home for you!! Feel complimentary to reach out with any questions you may have.

Full kitchen, laundry, living room, two bed rooms, full bath off of the hall and a half bath in the master, front yard and backyard that is full fenced with a privacy fence. There is a gas fire pit surrounded by 4 Adirondack chairs as well.

This is a duplex style bungalow with an attached Mother-In-Law suite where we reside. While we live on the property, there are no shared spaces with us. The home is yours to appreciate privately, including full use of the backyard. If you would like to meet up with us or have us walk you through the property, just shoot us a message!

We highly recommend the purchase of a travel insurance policy due to the fact that our area is in a hurricane prone region of the country. As a reminder we are pet friendly!($85 per pet, max of 3)

About the Area

Located in Charleston, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. 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. Traveling with kids? Don't miss South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. 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

3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips and Tricks to get the best Charleston area rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summertime is high season in Charleston. To find the best value, try changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• In the Charleston area area, The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental property up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Charleston area area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines contain coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Make a plan and pick yourrental home:

• Select vacation dates and budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Charleston area vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is generally available online. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before booking the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is best for your vacation.
• If there's a particular Charleston area destination you simply love, keep an eye out for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask your host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

During your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon your arrival. Speak to the rental manager immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good ratings to stimulate future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.