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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Marina
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • The Ocean Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Freshfields Village
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this West Beach cottage, you'll find Kiawah Beachwalker Park and Cougar Point Golf Course. Kiawah Island Beach and The Ocean Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kiawah Beachwalker Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kiawah Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Ocean Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Night Heron Park - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Freshfields Village - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood BBQ and Ale House - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More!

This lovely cottage has a cozy feel, and you can enjoy a tropical, wooded view of Palms and Oaks from the perfectly situated screened porch. We love to have our morning coffee and plan our days on the porch. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops and newer cabinets, perfect for home cooking. It was tastefully furnished, and with a 50-inch TV in the living room. It has everything you’ll need to get your special vacation underway. Free wifi.

NO SMOKING. Thank you.

10% OFF BIKE RENTAL CODE FOR OUR GUESTS

Inlet Cove offers an exceptional location with many conveniences to make your vacation or business retreat a memorable one:
• Short walking distance to Kiawah beaches - 5 to 6 minute walk!
• Full access to Inlet Cove’s newly renovated community pool (seasonal) and dock. Enjoy the 25-meter Jr. Olympic swimming poo (seasonal)l with separate baby pool, or watch the sun set on the river from the rocking chairs on the dock.
• Easy access to bike and walking paths.
• Nearby activities for all ages, including golf, tennis, biking, kayaking, paddle boarding,
fishing, and much more.
• Bike, kayak and other rentals available.
• Fresh Fields Village (less than 3 miles).
• Nature watching - Dolphins, gators, waterfowl and other birds.
• Night Heron Park offers fun family activities for day and evenings
• For a fee, Kiawah Island Resort offers golf, tennis and other resort activities to
non-resort guests, with the exception of their pools and fitness facilities.

Kiawah by Owner, is a boutique rental agency, founded by a fellow Kiawah property owner. Since 2007, Kiawah By Owner has provided a personalized Kiawah rental experience. We look forward to helping you find the perfect Kiawah vacation rental for your family or gathering.

Kiawah Island boasts 10 miles of pristine beaches, unspoiled nature preserves and parks. It offers a wide variety of water sports, premier golf courses, tennis facilities, and other relaxing activities. While it is only a short drive to Charleston and other area attractions, everything you’ll need is right here on Kiawah.

Keywords: house, cottage, home, Kiawah, Kiawah River, views, community pool, family friendly, Inlet Cove, close to beach, 78 Inlet Cove

Kiawah Business License #RBL19-005691
3 bedroom cottage, maximum 6 guests, 2 cars allowed at the cottage

Property manager

Kiawah By Owner - Susie Oringel

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number #RBL19-005691

Property is also known as

Favorite Family Getaway Community Pool Dock More!
Favorite Family Getaway - Community Dock & More! Cottage
Favorite Family Getaway - Community Dock & More! Kiawah Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! to the airport?

This cottage is 31.8 mi (62-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! to the beach?

This cottage is a short 13-minute walk from Kiawah Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! to downtown Kiawah Island?

This cottage is 2.3 mi away from Kiawah Island.

Favorite Family Getaway - Short walk to beach, Community Pool, Dock & More! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had the best vacation! Such a great location. We were able to ride our bikes to freshfields, the beach and night heron park. Susie was very helpful with everything!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riya T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing. Close to beach and pool access.

Visited for a week with 2 teens. Easy access to the beach and pool was a blessing to keep them entertained. The unit is very well maintained. Susie was very communicative and provided all the information we needed up front we did not need to contact her at all. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cora H., Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness

Kiawah

Clean, good location, would like more laundry detergent . Screened porch could be cleaned especially the screens . But a good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home base for getaway weekend

My group of friends came for an event and this was exactly what we needed. It gave us all enough space and it was very quiet. We loved the neighborhood, walkability, and option to get a bike though we didn’t this time. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property!

This rental was just as described! Everything was clean and comfortable! We had everything that we needed. Location was perfect! We will definitely book this property again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H., Belmont, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location!

Quaint neighborhood on Kiawah! This property is a short walk or bike ride to the beach, we used the nearby private beach described in the owners book! My husband and son loved fishing from the neighborhood dock! Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kami D., Bluff City, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet neighborhood with excellent biking

We loved our stay! The neighborhood is so quiet and there are bike paths everywhere. The pool and beach are a quick walk or bike away. Bring your own beach towels and beach/pool toys. None are provided at the home and you will definitely need them. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G., Ann Arbor, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Look No Further

First of all, what distinguishes this place is the property manager. We have been coming to Kiawah and Inlet Cove for many years, but this is the first time we stayed in one of Susie's places. She is superb. And best of all, she is a Kiawah homeowner and has first hand knowledge of the properties and the area. It was such a pleasure to deal with Susie rather than a firm with a distant customer-service rep. The house is just as advertised and in the pictures. It was spotless upon arrival and is in a perfect location. You can hear the ocean from the house, and the beach is a short walk away. We loved walking to the beach as well as the river every day. The kitchen is well-equipped, and the house is well-decorated with a clean, uncluttered design. We would definitely rent this place again, and will always begin out search at kiawahbyowner.com
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

78 Bellmeade Inlet Cove - Wonferful

If experiencing the quiet wonder of low tide strandfishing, wading through tidal pools to witness hermit crab antics, starfish and sand dollars is a must see and do on the point at Kiawah River - this location places you within the quickest reach. If you love pure, unadulterated, gorgeous sunsets over the marsh, this bungalow is prime. If you enjoy quick access to Freshfields, well, you get the point. Plenty of room. Very cozy and superb bike riding. We'll be back again. And again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M., NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Kiawah Stay

Property manager was wonderful to work with from beginning to end. This is our second trip to Kiawah staying at Inlet Cove. The beach is a quick walk as well as the pool and inlet. Sunsets at the inlet should not be missed! We rented bikes for the week as well. No problems with Wi-Fi. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage for families and with pool access!

We enjoyed our stay at this three bedroom cottage. It was nice to have access to the community pool and dock. It was never crowded during July 4th week. We highly recommend renting bikes from Alligator Bike Rentals. They were very nice bikes and we rode them everyday to the pool and on the very nice paved bike trails throughout the island. The beach is also just a short bike ride away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place in Inlet Cove

We've been coming to this end of Inlet Cove since the 1980's. It's still the same area, with the same types (though updated on the inside) of houses. We loved it! Easy to get to, tucked away at the entrance to the Island, a short shady walk to the beach and easy access to the General Store and Freshfields. What more could you ask for? We can't wait to get back already!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph C., Richmond VA

Liked: Cleanliness

West Beach Hidden Gem

We’ve been coming to Kiawah for 30 years but have never stayed in Inlet Cove. This is a magical, peaceful area on the island with excellent access to the remote west beach and river. A quiet well maintained neighborhood with their own pool and a maginificent sunset dock and porch. Susie is a great owner - very responsive and easy to work with. We’ll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay!

We had a wonderful experience at this quaint property in Inlet Cove. Kiawah Island is one of our favorite places to visit and this property was a great place to help us experience all Kiawah has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Bungalow for Biking Kiawah

This was a great getaway and allowed quick bike access to the beach and Kiawah river low tide dolphin watching.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francis O., Ashland

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place but a little tired.

I would recommend this place but it is a little worn. I would rent this place again in a second. Perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Inlet Cove -- a Kiawah Gem!

This was my first time staying at Inlet Cove and my first experience renting from Susie. 78 Inlet Cove fit our family perfectly. There was plenty of space all on one level, which was important with a 1-yr old granddaughter--no need to block off a staircase! The kitchen had plenty of dishes and pots and pans, which made eating in with a toddler easy. We even did a low country boil one evening and invited some relatives staying on another part of the island. I had to do a little work while there, and there was a desk and chair that was perfect for setting up my computer. The drive under parking was also a wonderful feature. There was room for two cars to be covered and another two cars would fit in the driveway. It is nice to have a place to leave your beach gear. There was also a hose and water hookup to wash the sand off. We were just a few houses from the beach path and the beach was an easy walk or bike ride. We used our beach wagon to pull our gear through Beachwalker Park, which is just next door. Another big plus about Inlet Cove is the community pool. We had only stayed once at a place with resort privileges and while fun, the pool wasn't very convenient. The Inlet Cove pool was an easy walk and is in a beautiful location overlooking the river. Surrounded by trees, there is shade on parts of the deck and the pool. There is a large screened-in room and an open deck with lots of chairs, even rockers, which was a great place to relax and read. Renting from Susie was perhaps the biggest win of the week. From the first contact, I felt like she was a friend who was truly interested in making sure we had a perfect vacation. I did contact her upon arrival with a couple of questions and she was very quick to respond. She will definitely be my go-to person for future visits! We can't wait to come again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location!

We love coming to Kiawah, but this was our first time staying in the West Beach area of the island. We LOVED it! We loved the privacy of this gated community, but yet the easy and close walk to the beach. This area was really quiet and relaxing. This house was great! We loved sitting out on the back porch/deck in the mornings. We cooked a few nights we were there and were able to find everything we needed in the kitchen. The house is also a short drive or bike ride away to the Freshfields Village. Susie was always quick to respond to any questions we had. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

shonda c.

Our Favorite Cottage Yet!!

78 Inlet Cove is absolutely perfect for our family. We love Inlet Cove and the sunsets from the pier. The house was very clean, well-appointed and perfectly comfortable. Great kitchen with granite counters and nice cookware, super comfy King bed in the master bedroom. Master bath is lovely as well. The screened-in porch provided a great place to read a book and hear the melody of birds, especially in the morning. We love it here.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Very responsive owner - so easy to work with

This is my second rental situation with Susie Oringel. She went above and beyond for us both times. She is totally responsive and a quick problem-solver whenever there was something that needed to be taken care of. Always available to help, even after typical business hours. All the initial paperwork was in order and emailed to me in a timely manner along with all the details of the properties and the passes needed for getting on the property. I will continue to work with Susie down the road whenever we need lodging in the Kiawah area.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann G.

The cottage was amazing! The location was perfect!

We had the best vacation. The cottage was open and bright and fit my husband and I and are 3 grown kid perfectly. Access to the private beach made our stay peaceful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Kiawah House

Nice place! We enjoyed our stay at Kiawah.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stephany S.

Beautiful vacation!

We love Kiawah! This was another beautiful week for our family. We have rented other places before. This was the least fancy, but we still enjoyed our time. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

8/10 Good

Caroline S., Hudson

Updates on decor and very convenient to all sorts of fun on the island.

This is our 2nd time here. Love the comfy beds and details of new granite in the kitchen and bath. Some details could be improved: no plastic spatula, very few spoons left and all knives needed sharpening which we did on arrival. Some pots were scratched which is a shame but I'm sure that's hard to avoid. Great location for us to use our Kayaks at the dock. Wish the pool was open this week like it was prior visits to Kiawah but we saw it open the day before we left. Lovely attentive owner who has always been gracious when we have stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Dave R.

Perfect Getaway

We were looking for a quiet getaway to enjoy Kiawah Island. This property was perfect for what we were looking for. The rental was clean and everything we needed was provided. We enjoyed drinking coffee on the screened porch in the morning and riding our bikes over to the dock area to enjoy the sunsets! It was an easy to walk to the beach as well as easy access to ride our bikes on the beach. We definitely recommend this rental property and will go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017