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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Smart TV, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Heart of Charleston.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Charleston cottage, you'll find James Island County Park and Splash Zone Waterpark. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and College of Charleston are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • James Island County Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • College of Charleston - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
& Beaches Without The Price
Close to Downtown & Beaches Without the Price! Cottage
Close to Downtown & Beaches Without the Price! Charleston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach to the airport?

This cottage is 14.9 mi (22-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach to the beach?

This cottage is 9.2 mi (20-min drive) from Folly Island Beaches and 15.6 mi (29-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach to downtown Charleston?

This cottage is 3.5 mi away from Charleston.

Newly Renovated close to Downtown & Folly Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really cute cottage in the perfect location! Very well-maintained, clean, with lots of added touches to enhance our stay. And we loved the countertop ice maker and excellent AC after hot days, exploring the city! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Darlene E D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

breannacbb

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

8/10 Good

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larissa B., Asheville NC

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jennifer D., Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Duane S., Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!!

Could not say enough great things about this rental!! The Host was SO helpful and accommodating to our group. The house was a hidden gem, was so clean, beautiful and the perfect size. The rental is a short Uber ride to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Neva A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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