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"Cottage by the Sea"

Holiday home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Front Beach

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Living area
Exterior
Fenced in yard. Table and 6 chairs on deck. New charcoal grill.
Property grounds
Walkway with lights

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Isle of Palms, SC
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

"Cottage by the Sea"

LOCATION LOCATION! You've just found a charming, quaint and cozy beach cottage on the beautiful Isle of Palms. The location can't be beat, just 20 minutes from historic downtown Charleston, TWO blocks from the beach (6min walk) and one block from the grocery store, shops and restaurants. A spacious fenced-in backyard surrounded by large palm trees with updated appliances, decor, and furniture will make your stay feel just like home. Pets welcome!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please review pet rules.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a strict no smoking, no drug policy.
Strict pet policy. No pets allowed on furniture. Must pick up all waste from front/back yard. Any pet hair found on linens will occur extra charge.
Please try not to run washing machine, dishwasher and shower simultaneously, as house is on septic and can cause backup if multiple units running.
There is a strict no smoking no drug policy. Smoking inside the house is strictly prohibited and any violation is subject to a minimum $500 fine.

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
Property Registration Number 5680800104

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Isle of Palms

Isle of Palms is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Front Beach and Waterfront Park, while Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Shipyard Park, or consider a night out at Historic Rice Mill.
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Isle of Palms, SC

What's nearby

  • Isle of Palms Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Front Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isle of Palms Recreation Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Isle of Palms Marina - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 24 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Windjammer - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Joe's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Refuge - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Cottage by the Sea" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at "Cottage by the Sea"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Cottage by the Sea"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Cottage by the Sea" located?

Situated in Isle of Palms, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach. Isle of Palms County Park and Isle of Palms Recreation Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

meredith m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a quick weekend stay in Isle of Palms. Close enough to walk to a public access to the beach and close enough to walk over to the grocery store and a morning coffee place. The fenced in backyard was perfect for our dog too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marney S.

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

A very nice stay!

Perfect for my mom and me! Easy check in and check out. Thanks so much for sharing your cottage by the sea!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My girlfriend absolutely loved the place. It has everything you need, perfect location and very close walking distance to water and beach shops. House was made to facilitate dog ownership with gated backyard and covers for sofas. So many luxuries all for an affordable price. My gf has been saying we need to book the same place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda H.

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

Not enough bath towels for 4 adults

Very nice back yard for the puppies, close to the beach and lots of beach amenities. Would consider renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

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

Comfortable Cottage in Great Location!

Enjoyed our stay in this well equipped, classic IOP home. Easy access to beach and connector. Liz was an excellent host and very responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

george k.

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

Great location

Had a great time with the dogs at the Cottage by the Sea. Convenient to all amenities. Fenced yard was a great bonus. Host was quick to respond to messages.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pet friendly and close to beach, but the rental did not at all look like the picture, it was much shabbier. I frequently use vacation rentals and most are much better kept and updated than this. I do not expect a designer layout or amenities, but a bit more than this.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Liz S.

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

Birthday Weekend

The house was clean and had everything we needes, property owner was vert responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kortney W.

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

Perfect last minute get away

Really enjoyed the fenced in cottage, that was literally steps away from the beach. Perfect proximity to grocery stores, restaurants, and beach access. We carried our dog in the wagon as he is aging, and it was a breeze. They provided so many extras for our stay that we honestly packed too much in the car, that we didn’t even need. All the necessities to grill out one night was provided as well. Just an overall stress free trip. I hope to be able to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

More than expected

Although I read the previous reviews, the property was more than expected. It was close to everything you needed and home itself was adorable. I will definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

AlignwithAnnie B.

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

Mini vacay

This little cottage was a throw back to simpler times at IOP. We are Charleston area natives, born and raised, who live elsewhere now. The "cottage by the sea" gave us that unpretentious beach feel we miss! The natural backyard view from the deck was so relaxing, and it was just a short walk down to the beach. Thank you Liz!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary V., Moore, SC

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

Cute cottage, convenient location

I rented this property for a weekend so that I can go to a wedding in Mount Pleasant. I wanted to bring my dogs with me, and this place was perfect. The backyard was just the right size to allow them to run and get out a little bit. The house was very cozy and convenient. Everything we needed was in the house. A friend went with me. She said the queen bed was one of the most comfortable she had ever slept in. I used the lower of the bunkbeds and it was comfortable as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tim b.

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

IOP WEEK

Very pleasant base for my wife and I along with our dog. Short walk to beach each morning for walk to enjoy sunrise, coffee shops along the way back to house. Mid day easy drive to Charleston then back to house to rig up for paddling in the afternoon. IOP marina was very accommodating allowed us to park and paddle, I would not expect that once the season gets busy. Very pleased with the house for two not sure we would have enjoyed as much with more people in our party
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cottage. Great for a young family. Close to shops and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location near beach and grocery store. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good home within walking distance of the beach. The backyard was wonderful for the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect IOP location, easy to get to the beach or downtown area. Traffic on that side of the street is light so noise isn’t an issue. Would stay there again soon
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben U.

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

Great location, great stay!

Great location and perfect little cottage with everything we needed for a few days at the beach. Walking distance to coffee, groceries, and the beach. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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

Great little cottage close to everything in Isle of Palms

This is a great little cottage. Close to everything & a great find. This allowed us to attend a family function in Isle of Palms & was centrally located to all our needs. Would recommend this cute little place.Liz is great...responded to all our questions within a few minutes of posting them.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Cozy Shack by the Beach

We had a lovely stay here. Kitchen was equipped and check out process was incredibly easy. It made leaving early very easy. Also it was walking distance to the beach and we enjoyed the nearby park.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

We booked this property based on location, According to the map it was one house away from a large group we were traveling with and wanting to stay close to. The house ended up being over half a mile away from the location stated on VRBO. Not easily accessible with food and drinks to go back and forth.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hidy A.

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

Great location

We were in town for a wedding and this house was the perfect location. Close to everything. The yard was great for our pup and the neighborhood was nice for long walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary R.

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

Cottage by the sea

The cottage is in need of someTLC.The windows need replaced and the back door is in need of paint or replacing.I feel bad that whoever built and painted the back deck also got overspray on the house .This is so sad for a cute little cottage.The kitchen just needs pots that the teflon is not pealing and some glass wine glasses not plastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

John B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Weekend trip

The location is wonderful. The house is perfect for two couples or a family of four. The house is close to all Isle of Palms activities but an easy trip back to Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Adorable Little Get Away

Location and Ease! This stay was remarkably easy and comfortable. A throwback to an old beach house, this stay was big enough for my family. We were able to walk to the beach every morning and let our kids and dogs run on the beach. The details that the hostess put in were so thoughtful. We had a Christmas stay, and we were delighted to see a tree and a scavenger hunt for the kids. It was accommodating, and the hostess was very responsive to any of our needs (which were few!) We can't wait to book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Liz Hambright

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Hey Y'all! My name is Liz. I moved to Charleston about 3 years ago (Boston native!) with my husband. We have 3 amazing children who absolutely love the beach! We live locally (about 10min away) and really enjoy coming to this great little cottage just steps away from the beach. We just purchased this property recently (June 2020) and have been making great upgrades. It really is the perfect getaway!

Why they chose this property

This is the perfect little beach house that's just 2 blocks (6min walk) from the beach and 1 block from a great shopping center (2 restaurants, GREAT coffee shop, and grocery store). The 1/2 acre lot provides a spacious back yard that is fenced in, making it great for pets to run around without worry. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere on the back deck listening to the sound of circades with your family and friends. Also a quick drive to downtown Charleston if you want to get off the island. Come check out the #1 travel destination city in the U.S.!

What makes this property unique

Close to Beach. Big fenced in back yard. Quiet neighborhood. Easy access to everything. Pet Friendly!

Languages:

English, Portuguese

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