Cozy Island Cottage S - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Guest house

Summary:
The Cozy Island Cottage is located under the shade of sizable live oak trees on James Island. Conveniently located 5 miles from Folly Beach and downtown, you are just mins. from the best Charleston has to offer. This new construction "beachy farmhouse" bungalow features an open floor plan, 17 ft cathedral ceilings, entirely outfitted kitchen, live edge slab island bar top, over 250 sqft of outdoor living space, a bedroom with queen on main floor, and loft with queen bed accessed by a spiral staircase.

The Space:
This cavernous, well designed bungalow offers a full kitchen with all the essentials, comfortable tiled shower with rain shower-head, and detachable shower-head, painless key-code access, Wifi, two flat screen intelligent TV's, laundry room, inside and outside seating areas, grille area, outdoor shower and ample space in the enormous shady backyard to play and entertain. The spiral staircase to access the loft is narrow. If you have trouble climbing stairs or are over 250lbs using this staircase may be challenging. Beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler, a portable speaker are included for you convenience as well as coffee, sugar, bath and beach towels, bed linens, paper towels, toilet paper, and soaps.

Guest Access:
In addition to the bungalow, guests have access the to the fenced-in 1/2 acre backyard, with ample parking for cars, boats, RVs etc. (backyard is shared with home owner and guest of the Island Hideout). Guests also have access to the outdoor grille beside the deck.

The Neighborhood:
Centrally located in a convenient James Island neighborhood, only a fast 5-mile drive or Uber ride to both Folly Beach and Downtown Charleston. Striking James Island County Park is close by as well as eateries, bars, shopping, banking, and convenience stores within a half-mile.

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:
There are two other units, The Island Hideout and The Island Nest, attached to the rear of the front home, that may home other guests during your stay. The structures are separated by about 200' but are on the same half acre property so please be courteous.

The Cozy Island Cottage is the Stand alone in the back corner of the yard.

Streaming services available with guests’ own account(s).

There are cameras located at the front exterior entrance and and over the backyard.

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Owner/Host is SC licensed Realtor

Interaction with Guests:
Owner lives in the home at the front of property and can be available for any issues or questions you may have about the area, restaurant recommendations, or activities.

About the Area

Charleston is home to this guesthouse. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Folly Island Beaches and Waterfront Park. South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are not to be missed.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Our top Charleston area vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• Booking your vacation home in Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable 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 near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Winter holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Charleston area visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to choose the best vacation rental in the Charleston area area:

• Begin by choosing vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Cozy Island Cottage S has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the host before reserving the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You'll need to work out what configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about your furry family members before booking.

Additional considerations:

• Put the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any damages to the property during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on good feedback to compel new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared 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 host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.