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My father's historic house on the property

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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Summerville, SC

Azalea Park
‪12 min walk‬
Summerville Dorchester Museum
‪15 min walk‬
Nexton Square
‪6 min drive‬
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

guest

1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

downstairs half

Toilet

upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Welcome to our quaint little cottage nestled in the heart of old Summerville. The cottage is a little over a century old.; and, actually pre-dates the main house. We tried hard to strike a balance between updating the property and preserving its authentic historic charm. The cottage enjoys the shade of beautiful, majestic oak trees whose limbs almost touch the ground. Guests are allowed to tour the gardens next to the main house, built by the Prettyman family when Summerville was a sleepy little town.
The cottage has 2 bedrooms, one with a king-bed, the other with a full bed that accommodates 4 comfortably . Brand-new range, microwave, refrigerator, and washer/dryer . Also, new 4K HD TV's in living area and master bedroom. Kitchen is fully-stocked with coffee-maker ,toaster, blender , cookware, and utensils for those that like to fix their own meals. However, with so many stellar restaurants in the area, dining out is often the best option.

Property manager

Allison Driggers

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

There is a pet fee of $75.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If you brought a pet, please clean up behind them in the yard. We have pet supplies in the kitchen cabinet.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Summerville

Located in Summerville, this cottage is in the city centre. North Main Market and Nexton Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oakbrook Nature Trail and Givhans Ferry State Park. Gahagan Park and Frankie's Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Summerville, SC

What's nearby

White Gables - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Azalea Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Summerville Dorchester Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
James Allen Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Nexton Square - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

Charleston Station - 23 min drive
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Elks Lodge Bpoe 2719 - ‬3 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive
‪Cookout - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is JAN/FEB discounts Avail-We love pets and they love our amenities pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at JAN/FEB discounts Avail-We love pets and they love our amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at JAN/FEB discounts Avail-We love pets and they love our amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is JAN/FEB discounts Avail-We love pets and they love our amenities located?

Located in Summerville Historic District, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of White Gables and Azalea Park. Summerville Dorchester Museum and Bishop Pengelley Memorial Chapel are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

CK G.

25 April 2025

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

Adorable!

Adorable cottage with everything you could need! Plenty of room for the 4 of us staying 3 nights. I loved having 2 bathrooms and a washer and dryer. It allowed us to do our laundry before moving on to the next leg of our trip. The location is perfect and the communication with Allison was very prompt. We loved finding a newspaper in our mailbox each morning from Mr. George. A very special touch. THANK YOU!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah L.

24 March 2025

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

It was very quaint

It was very cozy, the property was very pretty, George was so fun and sweet to talk to. Will definitely be returning

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carole P.

31 December 2024

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

Charming

Beautiful setting for a short holiday stay to visit family. Two of us with two small shih tzus.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

18 December 2024

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

A beautiful barn at the end of the property

We over all liked the property. I missed the TV upstairs in the bed room. Everything we top rated! We especially loved loved Earl bn

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

30 November 2024

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

Great family stay

Quaint and comfortable property. Friendly owner. Will rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

24 October 2024

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

Cozy and great for pets

The cottage is lovely and was perfect for us and our dogs. It was so close to downtown Summerville and an easy drive to Charleston. Allison was very responsive to everything at needed!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

22 October 2024

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

Summerville Carriage House

The carriage house is lovely and comfortable and the grounds really add the overall experience. They've stocked everything you could need.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

20 August 2024

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

Home until our new home was finished

What a perfect place for us to stay with our dogs until we could move into our new home. The cottage has everything you need and is a perfect location to visit all the wonderful things Summerville has and close proximity to areas of interest. Loved the gardens and beautiful trees and especially the hospitality of Mr George.

Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen V.

6 July 2024

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

Quaint Cottage

This cottage is quaint, and the property around it is very pretty. It is a quiet setting, but yet not too far from the town. The cottage is equipped with everything You need to be comfortable. And it was very clean. The 90-year-old man who lives in the large house next to it is an extra bonus. He is friendly warm and Kind. He loves to talk about the history Of the town, and he gives a wonderful tour of the big house he lives in.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leeanne R.

2 July 2024

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

Cockroaches and dirty underwear

When we arrived we were greeted by two cockroaches, one dead and one alive. After walking through the cottage we found someone else’s underwear and other dirty items in a drawer and an article of clothing wedged between the bed and the wall. We immediately left as we were concerned with the cleanliness. The only offer of remediation was to send the same cleaners who were supposed to clean it the first time. I was uncomfortable staying there with my ten month old so we ended up getting a hotel room. The host asked if I had contacted VRBO which I had not and proceeded to tell me VRBO would not allow a refund which was not true. When I contacted VRBO they said it was at her discretion. I mentioned this and never heard anything back. I was very much looking forward to staying here after reading other reviews but would not recommend after the experience we had.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce S.

24 June 2024

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

Summerville stay

The home had a lot of character. The wife noticed that under and behind the couch hadn't been cleaned in a while. The door leading to the porch sticks and the door knob is about to come off. The lamp near the main bedroom door is broken. The wife also noticed when washing dishes, there was sediment in the water supply. The home needs a thorough maintenance inspection. Everything else was perfect, and the owners were a delight.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

david r.

10 June 2024

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

Cosy House Great Location

Kind and cooperative host. Very easy check in. Magical garden!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen W.

23 May 2024

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

Enjoyed our stay!

My husband & I visited friends n the Summerville area for a week. Property is n a lovely neighborhood, very close 2 the cute downtown area. We enjoyed staying n the cottage, which was clean & comfortable. We also appreciated that the home was pet friendly. The owners were extremely accommodating, wanting 2 ensure that we had all that we needed 2 enjoy our stay. George is a treasure. So friendly & kind. We enjoyed the tour of his wonderful Southern home & learning first-hand about the history of the house. It was nice 2 b able 2 explore the grounds w/ our dog Cooper.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George R.

4 May 2024

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

Nice Cottage

Enjoyed our stay. Cottage had everything we needed. And of course it was nice to bring our dog. Good places to walk her in the neighborhood as well.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

26 April 2024

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

Ture Southern Charm!

We loved the cottage! The grounds are beautiful, Allison is lovely and Mr. George is a gem, news paper every morning and flowers at our door. The location can't be beat it's easy to get to everything you will want to explore. We will visit again for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

13 April 2024

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

Great walkable property

We came to Summerville to visit friends in the area and to experience the quaint village. Mission accomplished. The cottage is located on a beautiful property just a few blocks from parks, churches, and village restaurants. We’ll be back.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

1 April 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

We had a great stay! Loved being so close to Summerville and George was so kind! We plan to return again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

10 March 2024

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

Perfect

Comfortable, clean, convenient. Love this carriage house, beds are so comfortable. My husband and I brought our Westie and a guest on this trip. Very pet friendly. Close to Main Street shops and restaurants. Loved the local newspaper delivery every morning. The gardens are beautiful. Very private. We will return.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

25 February 2024

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

What a wonderful stay!!

If you're looking for a wonderful location, full of Charleston charm and a comfortable, cozy home--this is it. We stayed for just about a month to visit family and explore the area and this location was just perfect to use as a "home base". The cottage has a wonderful rustic charm and was very comfortable for the two of us. Our host was simply wonderful---this was our first VRBO experience; I can only hope that every host is as thoughtful and caring as this host. During our month there, we had a couple of very small things arise and they were addressed easily and instantly--that was really nice!! The grounds and the main house on the property are beautiful and George, who lives in the main house is just warm and charming man who adds to the flavor of the cottage. I would easily recommend staying here!!

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilah B.

3 January 2024

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

Perfect cozy cottage

Great location for a quiet getaway. The property managers were easy to get along with and were very gracious. Checking in and checking out was very easy. The kids and dogs loved exploring the property and finding all the flowers and hidden gems.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M., Boston, Massachusetts

30 December 2023

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

Christmas in Summerville

We enjoyed our stay, the location was perfect for us. Very close to downtown Summerville. Beds were very comfortable. George left us a paper every day and also left us a Christmas Cactus!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Seattle Area (Snohomish)

6 October 2023

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

Enjoyed Our Stay!

Enjoyed this quaint, historic cottage, which was beautifully decorated on a gorgeous property! As most other reviews have stated, George was definitely a huge bonus and we so enjoyed visiting with him. His warm southern hospitality was wonderful! The location of the property was excellent. The only downside was a distinct musty smell, but I imagine this comes with the territory of staying in an historic cottage.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robin R., Mt. Pleasant, SC

21 August 2023

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

A Stay That Helped Us Out!

My husband and I stayed at Allison and Johnny's cottage when we had no place to stay because we sold our house and had to move out before our new construction was complete. We were grateful that they accepted pets. Although we had lived in Mt. Pleasant, SC since 1986 we had never spent much time in Summerville which is quite close. We enjoyed checking out all of the great restaurants through downtown Summerville. The AC did break while we were there for a day, but Allison had it repaired by the end of the day that it quit working which we appreciated!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

M. S.

28 July 2023

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

Location great and quiet

Perfect for us and our two kiddos. Location was perfect for where we needed to be and wanted to go. Property was clean, decorated and furnished nicely. Very quiet. Nice to have access to the garden and whatnot. (Tip for families with little littles - I wouldn’t say the inside is toddler friendly - too many tempting and breakable items. Luckily, My kiddos are older.) Our only negative was internet was a little slower than what we needed/expected as husband had to work remotely while there but it wasn’t a deal breaker; he simply used his hotspot and was perfectly fine and set up his stuff in the dining room. George (lives in main house) made sure we had paper each day and is sweet and friendly. Allison (owner/VRBO) is fantastic - prompt to reply to any questions and extremely helpful. Would recommend for a couple, or families with kid(s) maybe 5yr+). Would stay here again for sure next time we visit our family in the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

4 July 2023

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

Relaxing

Great property for rest and relaxation

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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Hosted by Allison Driggers

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

guest

Master

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

downstairs half

upstairs

Spaces

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