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Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden

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Carriage House in historic district
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Carriage House on Craven
The patio
Lower unit porch

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bay Street
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Beaufort, SC
  • Place, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina-Beaufort
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden

This lovely South Carolina unit called Sweetgrass, in downtown Beaufort, is on the street level of the carriage house one block from the Beaufort River. It has two bedrooms, one queen bed and one small full bed and one bath (connected to each bedroom), hardwood floors throughout, cable TV, and a fully equipped kitchen. Relax on the covered porch and furnished patio surrounded by 100 year old oak trees draped with Spanish moss and lovely gardens.
This carriage house, recently brought back to life after many years of neglect, sits next to our home, Craven House. It truly is the best location in Beaufort, surrounded by stately mansions and rich history, allowing one to walk to restaurants, shops, museums and the waterfront park by the marina. It is an easy drive to Paris Island, the Sands beach in Port Royal and Hunting beach on the ocean.
Linens, including beach towels, are included. Household items/appliances include microwave, Kurig coffee maker, high-definition television, gas range and electric oven, cookware, disposal, fridge, pop-up toaster, internet connection, hairdryer, iron and board, dishes, tea, coffee, toilet paper, paper towels and soap. NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED IN THE UNIT OR ON THE PROPERTY ANYWHERE.
Must be 25 yrs old + to rent. **Children under age 12 are not allowed.
We always look forward to our visitors. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
***(In these precarious times, we suggest guests purchase travelers insurance.)
Check In is 4:00 pm and Check Out is 10:00 am. Rates subject to change without notice.
The driveway provides one parking space for Sweet Grass guests. There is also close by parking on the street. We love pets, but are unable to accommodate them. Thank you for understanding.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
Guests staying for wedding in town are not allowed to house extra persons overnight. Additional charges will apply.
Guests can’t book 2 different listings at the same time and get a full refund on both
An extra cleaning and maintenance fee of $50 is required after 2 weeks for guests staying a month.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 742825vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Beaufort

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Historic District, a neighbourhood in Beaufort. Cat Island Driving Range and Sanctuary Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Spanish Moss Trail. USCB Center for the Arts and Sea Wolf Charters are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.
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Beaufort, SC

What's nearby

  • St. Helena's Episcopal Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bay Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of South Carolina-Beaufort - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Beaufort National Cemetery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poncho's Taco And Beer - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bricks On Boundary - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bay Street in historic Beaufort - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden on 18 August 2026 start from NZ$454, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Carriage House under Live Oaks In Historic Downtown Beaufort with Patio Garden located?

Located in Historic District, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of St. Helena's Episcopal Church and Bay Street. Beaufort Museum and John Mark Verdier House are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable walking distance to everything downtown
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
We appreciate guests who treat our home just like they would treat their own. We would always hope they will come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property! Beautiful decor and great outdoor space. Close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Blair couldn’t have been a better guest. We hope she will com again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a charming and well-appointed stay! Tucked into a beautiful neighborhood within easy walking distance of the lovely downtown and waterfront offering a vast assortment of shops, art galleries, and dining establishments.Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Thank you Darlene!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely period space. Fabulous location. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Walk to town and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2026
Thank you David! Have a great summer
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I could not have been more pleased with The Carriage House. It was the perfect size for my daughter and me on our weekend getaway. The house was clean and well-appointed. The beds were comfortable. The outdoor seating area was perfect for rocking/swinging, reading a book, and having a cocktail. Bay Street was only a block or so from the house. Unless we were leaving downtown Beaufort, we did not move our car. Check-in was easy, and Ellen was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thank you Chris. We hope you will come again. Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The carriage house was charming, well-appointed and a perfect location for a weekend in the Beaufort area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2026
Thank you, Jennifer! Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed here four an anniversary trip and from start to finish Mike and Ellen were perfect hosts. The place was immaculate with a wonderful historic furniture and settings, yet all modern conveniences of AC and microwave and kitchen. The location cannot be beat and was within walking distance of fine restaurants and historic blocks. I don’t know if they do it for just anybody, but Ellen’s key lime pie is award winning. I applaud their painstaking efforts to rehabilitate and restore the grand residence and outbuildings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Thank you Wayne!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Carriage House was an amazing place to stay for two nights. Very clean, comfortable beds, beautiful original art (paintings by the owner Ellen), all essentials provided and more. The renovation of the original carriage house is fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2026
Thank you so much Thomas!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and very very clean. So many thoughtful extras in the house. Could easily walk everywhere and keep the car parked in driveway. My favorite things were the rocking chairs and porch swing overlooking shady yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
Thank you, John! Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The carriage house suite was very clean. Everything we needed was there and very well organized. The beds were very comfortable. We parked our car and walked everywhere. My niece stopped in to see us. Her comment was this is where she would definitely stay if she visited the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2026
Thank you Beth! And for the beautiful azaleas as well. Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location and very charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Thank you Meridith! Ellen
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The property is very nice. We had issues with the a/c , we couldn't set it to our needs. Tried to contact host with no response back. TV was not easy to use either. It seemed like we had to pay to watch movies. We ended up not using it. The upstairs floor was rented and we could hear the person walking, etc. But, the guy would get quiet quickly. Overall was a pretty quiet property and nice. We did enjoy it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you so much Monica. We enjoyed meeting you. Best, Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Carriage House! Ellen was very welcoming and communication was great. The house was charming, comfortable and shiny clean. The location is perfect for exploring Beaufort. We could easily walk to shops, restaurants, museums, and tours. We often sat on the porch for a cup of tea or glass of wine in the afternoon. We hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2026
Thank you Christine! It was so nice to meet you. Please come again. Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Very comfortable accommodations and close to downtown.

Lovely stay, can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2020
Doug, you didn't have to pay for the wine glass; we have lots of those and they are not expensive. And my housekeeper really appreciated the tip and the stripped bed. You are the perfect guests! Thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay. Second time being back and location could not be better. Easy walk downtown or through the historic neighborhoods. Wonderful little apartment with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlea V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Check in was easy and a pleasure to meet the owner. The location was close and with in walking distance to lots of sights. The carriage house was wonderfully decorated and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
Thank you so much Marlea! Best, Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is the perfect place to stay with visiting Beaufort and the surrounding sea islands. As well stocked, cute decor. I’m very clean. Is centrally located close to downtown and the hosts or fabulous and kind. Would absolutely stay here again on my next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
We enjoyed hosting Anna and hope she will return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location! Location! Location! This place is phenomenal. So close to everything. 1 block to the marina for awesome sunsets! The hostess has great taste and there is so much attention to detail. You can’t go wrong with this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2025
Thank you Belinda!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Return to beautiful Beautfort!

It is always an amazing stay at this vrbo!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you Annette. We hope to see you again, Best, Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely charming and beautifully appointed carriage house! The perfect location for enjoying everything that Beaufort has to offer. Walking distance (2 blocks) from “town” and the river park. An easy loop through historic Beaufort for getting your steps in. And Southern hospitality at its best from beginning to end.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2025
Thank you so much. We hope you will come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Best Location

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ALL GOOD
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 November 2025
Eric, thank you so much for staying with us. Our guests are always appreciated since it helps us keep up this historic property. Ellen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Peaceful getaway

Great location, clean property, friendly hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Great place to stay in Beaufort

This is wonderful place to stay and is conveniently located in the historic district. The carriage house is very comfortable and nicely furnished, and the hosts are very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2023
Thank you Gary for being the perfect guests! Ellen

About the host

Hosted by Ellen and Mike Tomy

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When Mike and I purchased Craven House, it had been neglected for many years. After a lot of hard work it is now reborn. It truly is a rich piece of history, and we love living in this South Carolina coastal town with our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Bonny Blue.
Mike is a retired architect currently involved in Beaufort city and county boards. Ellen is a retired portrait painter. Vacations from Atlanta down to Beaufort every summer to visit family, we bought this property because of our love for architecture, history and Beaufort itself. Ellen's family roots are in South Carolina, so it is like coming home to stay.

Why they chose this property

The Carriage House on Craven is central to all that is happening in Beaufort. During the many yearly festivals, parking is not easy to find in town. Just stay at the carriage house, leave the car and the festivals are a block away. Meander through one-of-a-kind shops on Bay Street and enjoy fresh local seafood in Beaufort's unique restaurants. If you don't want to eat out, a fully fitted kitchen is ready for you.

What makes this property unique

Set back from the street, the patio is a quiet place to sit and visit with friends or have a romantic dinner. Surrounded by historic homes and churches built in past centuries, one is taken back into the 19th century Old South. We live on the property and are at your beacon call anytime you need anything.

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