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Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach

Completely renovated in January 2022, Highland Cottage offers the perfect location in laid-back James Island, a suburb of Downtown Charleston. Ideally located 4 miles from Historic Downtown Charleston and 7 miles from Folly Beach. The cottage is equipped with a full-service kitchen with brand new appliances, Rinnai gas hot-water heater and outdoor grill. Within a one-block easy walk, you have access to many restaurants and one block from Starbucks. We are also only 1 block away from the closest public bus stop with access to Downtown Charleston. Beach chairs and a cooler are onsite and available to our guests. Great affordable option for visiting Charleston.

Property manager

Kit Thrash
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Charleston

Located in Charleston, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter. 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.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • James Island County Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • College of Charleston - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Charleston City Market - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smoky Yolk Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach located?

Located in the heart of Charleston, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of James Island County Park, Splash Zone Waterpark and Battery Number 5 Marker. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and College of Charleston are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene E D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and so clean!

Excellent location for a stay in Charleston! Two bedrooms and two baths and all the amenities if you want to go to the beach or just hang out around the fire pit. Communication with the host was amazing and cleanliness was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

The place was very nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michael A

The rental was better than expected. Kit and Judy were the best. Very accommodating and responsive. Location was great, only a short drive into Charleston. I would recommend Highland Cottage to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charleston James Island

This is a gem in the inside but deceptively not on first outside glance. The place could have used some shelving in bathrooms. Maybe a better cupboard for dishes. We are older and getting down on the floor to get the dishes was a bit hard. But the place was overall great for four of us. Great outside sitting and a great grill.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice

property was very nice. great location. had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charleston/James Island

The cottage is in a great location. You can walk/run for pleasure or exercise.It's close to downtown, not too far from the beach and other attractions.It's a comfortable size for 4 adults.The property is well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Perfect for Girls Trip

Everything was perfect. Good location, not too far from downtown or the beach! We had a great time, and the owners were very responsive to us. Check-in and out was a breeze. We will definitely stay again next time we are in Charleston!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to Charleston

A wonderful stay for the four of us. Communication with Judi and Kit was very good
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bright Lovely Well-situated Spot

Kit's little getaway was perfect for our family of 4. The rooms were quiet and we never heard either street noise or people in the adjacent unit. The kitchen was well-appointed although we mostly dined around town. The countertop ice machine was a nice bonus! Our communication was easy and quick, parking was easy and generous, and we regret not having time to enjoy the outdoor sitting area in the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

breannacbb

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Decent stay in a convenient location.

Everything in the home was as pictured. It was close to the beach and May places we visited were less than 20 minutes away. Unfortunately, a few things were not to my satisfaction; towel had (perceived) makeup stains that didn’t come out in the wash, spiderwebs in some places and the countertop ice maker had a dirty reservoir which was not discovered until after we’d used the ice for 2 days. So, to the naked eye things are very satisfactory and I’m not sure I’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accomodations

Everything you would want in a rental. Modern spotless interior. Great communication. Shirt distance to the center of Charleston. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 Weeks on James Island

My wife and I spent 2 weeks over the 2024 Christmas and New Years. Or stay at the cottage was very convenient for us. Shopping and restaurants were abundant and workout facilities were a plus, all in waking distance. The cottage was well stocked and clean. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem

Loved the cottage, so clean. Great location. Easy access to downtown. Front room TV doesn't get a good connection to live TV even after the TV was swapped out. Our party of 4 agreed that matresses on both beds were a bit too soft, but perhaps might be better suit with a mattress platform in between the mattress and box springs. They had coils in them and the were squeaky. They might be ok for young people or those who don't have bad backs. Just a suggestion. The platforms are affordable and can be purchased on Amazon. People use them to provide more comfort on sofa sleepers. Regarding the TV, a booster is not sufficient enough, it needs its own box. The place is really nice though. I ended up casting youtube live TV from my ipad to the TV in the livingroom to bypass the buffering issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Host - 5 stars!

The listing was spot on! Kit, the owner, is absolutely amazing! She truly went above and beyond for us. Our last-minute stay, due to a family member in the Charleston Hospital, was made so much easier thanks to Kit's incredible hospitality. She is truly a fantastic owner!The house was even better than my own home. The little details were lovely. The outdoor space with a fire pit and grill was a nice touch. The beds were super comfy and there were plenty of restaurants and grocery stores nearby. The drive to Charleston Hospital was a breeze, which was the main reason for our stay at the VRBO. I highly recommend both the owner and this charming little VRBO! I can't wait to come back for a vacation under better circumstances and simply enjoy visiting Kit and her beautiful home! Sent from my iPhone
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip to SC!

Our family had an excellent stay at this location. Close to everything and tucked away in a nice spot. Everything was clean and welcoming for us. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place!

This place was perfect for us. Seemed very roomy and we enjoyed the outside eating area. The location made it easy to get into town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well Placed Apartment

The location of the apartment was excellent. Grocery stores and restaurants are in close proximity. The dwelling itself was perfect, and I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tremendous Stay

Everything was perfect. She has everything a person needs in this apartment-coffee, laundry supplies, shampoo, beach towels and chairs, and when I enquired about an issue, she was there taking care of it the next morning (and it was a very minor question). Location was so convenient to Folly Beach, downtown, plantation and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint getaway

The house is in a great location that made exploring the area really easy. The extra beach chairs, towels, and cooler wound up being a real big help. It was one of those thoughtful things that really made our stay excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to get away fir a few days

Great property to get away and either relax or do the tourist things in Charleston! House very comfortable for 4 adults!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Neva A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Landing place

We loved our location as a landing place for our many excursions into Charleston and around the Islands. 1000 feet from the busy Folly road was our peaceful, welcoming cabin. The cabin lacked some privacy since you crossed the hall to the bathrooms. We still felt it was a perfect landing place and can’t say enough about the help offered by Judy throughout our by
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

Great place had everything you could possibly need. Excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very accommodating management and a beautiful rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot between the beach and downtown

We enjoyed staying here, the drive was short to the beach and downtown Charleston. The location was near many restaurants and stores, but was in a quiet neighborhood. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

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