New Listing! Isle of Palms Coastal Cottage

• Even Better, Second Time Around!

  Even Better, Second Time Around!

  • Guest WeLoveCharleston! (Herndon, Virginia)
  • Date of stay 06/29/13
  • Review Submitted 07/07/13
  We returned home last evening from our beach vacation on IOP. We lived in Charleston for a few years and our daughter was born there, so we like to go back to visit. Last year (2012) was the first time we stayed in this cottage. We were so impressed we booked it again for this year and will rent it again on future visits to IOP. The cottage is a short walk to the beach and has all the vacation necessities you will need. The kitchen is not stocked for a "chef" (I concur with a previous review), but it has the basics. Besides, Charleston is known for fabulous restaurants, so take off the chef's hat and enjoy! After all, you are on vacation! Keep in mind, this is a rental property, so the basic paper products (kleenex, tp, paper towels, napkins, etc.) are not stocked. So either bring them with you or purchase when you arrive. Same goes for trash bags. Rick and Lisa (property owners) are great to work with and go the extra mile to ensure their "guests" have a great vacation!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.

  Manager response: Thank you for your very favorable review. There are several families that have rented the cottage more than once, and my husband and I are always pleased that they would consider coming back to the cottage. As mentioned, Charleston has many wonderful restaurants, and I am amazed at how many different ways "Shrimp and Grits" can be prepared, but for those who enjoy cooking, I thought it would be helpful to list a few things about the kitchen, so guests would know what to expect. First of all, many people like the fact that there is a large island for food preparation. Since we began renting the cottage, the kitchen has been stocked with these and other basic items for cooking: a stainless steel cookware set (sauce pans and skillets with lids), a very large stainless steel pot (with lid) for boiling shrimp etc., a roaster pan with lid (large enough for a turkey), baking pans for cookies, cakes, muffins, blender, electric can opener, coffee pot, casserole dishes, a tea kettle, a set of stainless knives in a wooden block, large microwave oven, hand mixer, stainless steel colander and various utensils. The cottage has Dansk dishes that can be used in the microwave. Also, our housekeepers normally leave soap, shampoo (small bottle), initial toilet paper, Kleenex, one roll of paper towels, and a few dishwasher detergent packs. If they fail to leave these initial items, we have a rental management company that renters can call upon arrival who can notify the housekeeping company to bring any missing starter products. The housekeepers are usually diligent about leaving the aforementioned items prior to arrival. My husband and I feel that the cottage is a very special place, and we hope that others have a delightful experience while visiting the Charleston area.

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• Smooth transaction and cute cottage!

  Smooth transaction and cute cottage!

  • Guest sevnmit (Milwaukee, WI)
  • Date of stay 03/25/13
  • Review Submitted 04/11/13
  This cottage was very clean and cute. I really liked the layout of the house. Lisa was a delight to work with and all aspects of the rental process were smooth. The location of the home is very close to the beach and not too far from Charleston. Just a couple of caveats: I thought the kitchen could have been a little more stocked since I like to cook. Also, we bought kleenex and hangers which were not included or sparse. And there is a lot of religious decor, which made us uncomfortable. Some we could slip into drawers but not all.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• The best beach house ever

  The best beach house ever

  • Guest Barb (Gainesville, FL)
  • Date of stay 10/05/12
  • Review Submitted 10/18/12
  My daughter and I were attending a wedding on IOP and wanted to stay in a house rather than sterile hotel. Our two nights in this wonderful house were not enough!!!! The location is wonderful - steps away from the beach, close to restaurants and shops at Wild Dunes, the marina, etc. The screened in porch was delightful. I just wish we had more time to relax and use it the way it was intended. The house itself was perfectly decorated and maintained with all the highest quality furnishings and beddings. We didn't use the kitchen, but from what I saw, everything was there that you could have wanted for cooking. Seriously, the pictures are lovely, but they don't really do the house justice. There really wasn't anything missing, but if I had to stretch my brain to come up with something, it would be bikes or kayaks, and even that isn't an issue. Period! I can't say enough good things about Lisa, and the ease of renting her lovely home. Getting the key was a no-brainer with the real estate office that was located right as you enter the island. There was an issue with us not being able to use the house because of an illness, and Lisa bent over backwards to move dates around to accommodate us. Sadly we were unable to take her generosity. I am dying to get back - hopefully one day.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• Perfect location to unwind

  Perfect location to unwind

  • Guest Paul (Baltimore, MD)
  • Date of stay 06/16/12
  • Review Submitted 06/25/12
  It all began with a phone call from the owner while on the way - "The cottage is ready early if you'd like to check in early". Who's ever heard of that kind of hospitality in the North? The proximity to the beach is great! The screened porch in the morning and at night was perfect! (We had the advantage of perfect weather throughout the week, so, I may be a little biased). Very enjoyable house.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+.

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• Wonderful week!

  Wonderful week!

  • Guest Time to relax! (Pittsburgh, Pa)
  • Date of stay 08/14/11
  • Review Submitted 08/24/11
  Great beach access! Very cute beach house and perfect for our family of four, which includes two teens. The owners have a high attention to detail. Cute, cozy, quiet, comfortable vacation digs! Very bike friendly area, close access to Wild Dunes Resort. I would say the quietest part of the beach. Very family friendly island.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, girls getaway.

  Manager response: Thank you for your description of the beach cottage and the surrounding area. I believe it will help others know if the cottage would meet their vacation needs. It sounds like you and your family enjoyed your stay. Please keep the cottage in mind for future vacations.

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• Perfect beach cottage

  Perfect beach cottage

  • Guest TSKW (Syracuse, NY)
  • Date of stay 01/27/11
  • Review Submitted 02/14/11
  What a wonderful experience! The owner was very helpful and super fast in responding to all questions regarding this lovely beach cottage. It was spotless and could not have been more comfortable, from the wonderful furniture on the screened in porch to the top of the line mattresses and linens. It was very well appointed and the owner clearly takes pride in ensuring the comfort of her guests. The beach is so close and our son loved skimboarding several times a day. The basement is a perfect place to relax, watch the large TV or have a foosball tournament. We loved everything about this cottage.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

  Manager response: Thank you for your kind words about the cottage, and I am thankful that you had such a memorable vacation. Isle of Palms is a very special place, and I hope you will have the opportunity to return in the near future!

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• Adorably decorated, convenient and quiet location, peaceful large screened porch & cozy atmosphere!

  Adorably decorated, convenient and quiet location, peaceful large screened porch & cozy atmosphere!

  • Guest Jessica (Knoxville, TN)
  • Date of stay 07/03/10
  • Review Submitted 07/11/10
  The house was exactly as described. Seemed newly remodeled and painted, was cheerily decorated and enjoyed the open atmosphere of the kitchen/den. We spent a large amount of time on the screened porch, terrific for morning coffee or eating dinner outside. The house is the perfect size for a family of four. Short walking distance to the beach, less crowded portion of Isle of Palm which we found to be enjoyable. We had friends staying in Wild Dunes and this location was within walking distance from the beach a 5 minute drive in a car. The kids enjoyed the fold out couch, large tv, and foosball table downstairs. Convenient washer and dryer, outdoor shower (to wash all that sand off before you come in!) and downstairs exit to the driveway. Owners were friendly and helpful and we didn't have a single problem while we were there!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• Great place to stay!

  Great place to stay!

  • Guest AFL (Grovetown, GA, USA)
  • Date of stay 05/21/10
  • Review Submitted 05/25/10
  The house was exactly as described, 2 min from the beach, very nicely decorated and well furnished. The bedrooms are big, and very comfortable. Each one has its own TV. The shower is big too. The porch is really nice! The owner Lisa is a very sweet lady, who also provided us with lots of advise for our visit to Charleston. We would definitely recommand this rental!!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+.

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Spring: Mar 01 - May 17, 2014 ................. $1595/Week
Beach:  May 18 - May 30, 2014 ................. $1795/Week
Summer: May31 - Aug 22, 2014 .(Sat to Sat only) $2290/Week
Sport:  Aug 23 - Sep 19, 2014 ................. $1795/Week
Fall:   Sep20 - Oct 17, 2014 .................. $1495/Week
Winter Non-Holiday: Oct 18 - Feb 28............ $1095/Week
Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year's Eve:      $1495/Week
* State and Local Taxes Will Be Added to These Rates for the Total.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.