Location: Sullivan's Island, Charleston Area, South Carolina, USA (Historic Charleston, South Carolina) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Historic Beach Cottage
Grab a rocking chair and sip cocktails on the front porch of this charming oceanfront beach home! The Ford Beach Cottage, built in 1908, is one of the few remaining "historic" cottages on Sullivan's Island. This home is inviting, the interiors are crisp, white slipcovers, two hammocks, and a swing set for the kids!
The large open floor plan offers two living rooms and a spacious screened porch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Two master bedrooms are located on the first floor with French doors opening to the screened porch. Also downstairs, is a child's playroom/bedroom with bunk beds and a chalkboard wall for creative fun! Recently upgraded bathrooms. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms offer twin beds. They share a large balcony offering a bird's eye view of the Atlantic Ocean, the Charleston Harbor and the Morris Island Lighthouse. You can sunbathe, watch the ships come into port, or leave the screen doors open for a nice breeze at night.
Our kitchen is fully equipped with a a gas range and double ovens, an ice maker and a new dishwasher. The cabinets are stocked with nice dishes, top of the line cookware, mixers, blenders, bake ware, and a brand new ice cream maker! The mudroom features an additional refrigerator/freezer and a new front load washer and dryer. Additional features include wireless internet, two outside showers, a brand new gas grill, high chair for little ones, ping pong table, 5 cable TVs and DVD players throughout. The city park is just a block away. You can walk to popular seafood restaurants. And, don't leave the island without grabbing a burger at Poe's! Your family will truly feel comfortable here!
***RESERVATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A FIVE (5) NIGHT MINIMUM STAY.***
The Ford Cottage rents Saturday to Saturday during prime seasons. A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. Balance is due in full two weeks prior to arrival. Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and booking fees. They may vary by time period and are seasonally adjusted.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed
- Child Bed : Pack and Play Crib available
- Crib : Pack and Play
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker (2)
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Two Outside Showers
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- When you want to take a break from the beach, historic downtown Charleston is a 10-minute car ride across the famous Cooper River Bridge. 10-miles away, you can bargain with our vendors at the famous slave market, shop for sweetgrass baskets, sample the food in five star restaurants, take a carriage tour, see the sharks at the Aquarium and walk along the battery at White Point Gardens. Not to mention, the great art galleries and antique stores along King and Broad. It's the ultimate family vacation wrapped up in one!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Labor Day Weekend: $3950 (Check in Friday and stay through Labor Day.)
Fall 2010: Sept 11th - Oct 8th, 2010 .. $4350/week
Winter 2010: Oct 9th - Mar 5th, 2011 .. $4500/week
Spring 2011: Mar 5th - May 28th, 2011 .. $4950/week
BEACH 2011: Jun 4th - Aug 20, 2011 .. $6500/week
THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS RENT SATURDAY TO SATURDAY.
*** Memorial Holiday: May 28th - June 4th, 2011 .. $5800/week ***
*** July Fourth: July 2nd - July 9th, 2011 .. $8000/week ***
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Thanksgiving Week Available
Year Purchased: 1908
Owner's Map of Sullivan's Island
When we are not enjoying the beautiful beach along Sullivan's Island, we can always be found somewhere near the ocean. The Ford Cottage has been in our family for many generations.
Property Photos
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- A classic cottage. Oceanfront porch.... circa 1908. - Sullivan's Island Oceanview Historic Beach Cottage
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- Watch the ships come into port! - Sullivan's Island Oceanview Historic Beach Cottage
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- Large screened porch is the perfect place to entertain! - Sullivan's Island Oceanview Historic Beach Cottage
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- Antique comfort!
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- Crisp slipcovers! It's a great family house.
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- Room opens to screened porch... views of the Atlantic Ocean.
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- Shares a Jack/Jill Bath with Bunk Bed Room on 1st Floor
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- Playroom with bunk beds, train table and cable television (DVD/VCR).
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- Chalkboard wall for creative fun! (1st Floor)
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- Two master bedrooms on first floor... newly renovated bathrooms!
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- Sleeping with Marlin! (2nd Floor)
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- Two upstair bedrooms share an oceanfront balcony.
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- Views of the Atlantic from 2nd floor balcony.
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- Well equipped kitchen... ice cream maker included!
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- Convenient to grill, cocktails and oceanfront porch!
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- The Ford Beach Cottage is located on Atlantic Ave/Station 22.5.
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #208652
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