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Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island

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Enjoy our beach home on beautiful Kiawah Island
Terrace/patio
main living area
main living area
entrance and dining area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Kiawah Island Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kiawah Island, SC
  • Place, Kiawah Island Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cougar Point Golf Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Ocean Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island

You will enjoy your stay at our comfortable cottage beach home, which is located in the popular Sparrow Pond neighborhood on Kiawah Island, well known for its breathtaking beauty and close proximity to the beach and the city of Charleston.

Our cottage home has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. In one of the rooms is a queen-size bed. The other two bedrooms have two twin beds. There is also a pullout couch. Maximum occupancy is eight people, by ordinance.

Bath towels and linens are supplied. The newly remodeled kitchen is ready to use, and there is an outdoor gas grille, so all you need to bring is food. Our cottage home also has a washer, dryer, two smart television sets, and wireless internet.

This may not be the fanciest or best decorated cottage on the island, but it the most practical for your family beach vacation.

Wireless internet is available to our guests. Our beach home is a great place for remote work. If you can work from home, you may as well work from our beach home.

Sorry, no pets.

Sorry, no smoking.

Three car limit.

Please check the availability calendar or call for availability. We require a down payment of 25% of the cost of the stay to reserve your stay. The balance of your payment is due three weeks before your arrival. Check-in is 4:00 PM. Check-out is 10:00 AM.

There is a $200 cleaning fee for all stays.

Town of Kiawah Island business license number RBL19-005838

Keywords: Cottage Beach Home
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 102031
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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in West Beach, a neighborhood in Kiawah Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiawah Island Beach and Folly Island Beaches. The Resort Shop and Edisto Island Serpentarium are also worth visiting. Motor boating, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Kiawah Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Beachwalker Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiawah Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cougar Point Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Ocean Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Osprey Point - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪River Room at The River Course At Kiawah Island Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Nest Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lobby Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island on Sep 27, 2026 start from $429, 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.

Is Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sparrow Pond Cottage Home on Beautiful Kiawah Island located?

Located in West Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Kiawah Island Beach and Kiawah Beachwalker Park. Cougar Point Golf Course and The Ocean Course are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

VAISHALI P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unpretentious and cozy home with all amenities. A perfect experience for our family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 17, 2026
So nice to hear that you and your family enjoyed your vacation at our beach home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will return again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2026
Always nice to hear that you and your family enjoyed your vacation at our beach home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice condo Close to most everything. Well equipped. Very comfortable.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2026
Thank you for your review. It is always good to hear that our guests have enjoyed a family vacation at our beach home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Everything was exactly as described, very clean, and proximity to the beach was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

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

beach

very nice place and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 6, 2025
So good to hear that you enjoyed our beach home for your family vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bwhites721

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Nothing fancy but perfect for the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love coming to Kiawah. This house was comfortable and we enjoyed the location in West Beach. We really enjoyed the pool which was just a short walk from the house. The space worked for our group of six adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Great trip

We had a wonderful time on Kiawah!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina F.

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

Great family trip

We had a wonderful stay here. The location is great with easy access to the beach, pool, and bike path. The screen porch was our favorite place and was cool enough to work on puzzles due to shade and a great fan! The owners were wonderful to rent from, with great communication!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2023
We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed our beach home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Amazing

The location was great for our family. Close to the neighborhood pool and beach access. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2023
So happy to hear that you enjoyed our Kiawah Island beach home for your family vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Wonderful Beach Vacation

Everything about Kiawah Island was wonderful. The house was a short walk through a quiet neighborhood to access the beach. The beach itself was one of the best we’ve been to. The owners were very responsive and we had no issues with the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 29, 2022
Thank you for your positive review of our beach home. We are happy to hear that you and your family had a memorable vacation together. We understand your experience. We rented this home for many years before we had the opportunity to buy it. We would like all of our guests to enjoy the beauty of Kiawah Island and our comfortable home just like we do.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Loved our stay

Loved everything about the trip. Beautiful help from the hoat with our grocery order that they kindly put away for us. So that when we arrived our food was all there. Wonderful on all accounts. Memories made!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2024
So nice to hear that you enjoyed your family vacation at our beach home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Great Location and Gorgeous Island

We had a wonderful time at the house. The owners were very quick to respond to any issues we had and came out same day to look at one. The location is unbeatable with a quick walk to the beach and pool access. We had a great time there and definitely look forward to the opportunity to come back! Great communication from the owners again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2024
Thank you for your kind words. We are always happy to hear that families enjoy their beach vacations at our cozy home near the shore. Please visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Perfect location for a Kiawah stay

This is a perfect home for 1st timers or the frequent Kiawah guest. This is minutes from the beach. Sparrow Pond is walking distance to Inlet Cove or a quick bike ride to the general store. Kids rode bikes all over the island. I’ve been coming to the island since ‘84 and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2022
It is so nice to hear that you and your family enjoyed your vacation at the island and our beach home. Please visit us again. Our home is available year ‘round.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope H.

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

West end Kiawah island

The cottage was very nice. Well equipped kitchen. We really like the west end of the island for wildlife (birds) along the beach. Other favorite activity is biking with wind on beach then back through properties along bike paths.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Walker S.

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

New Year's Family Trip

The house is located on the west end of the island. It could use an update but it is very functional and we enjoyed our stay. The three bedrooms gave us plenty of room to spread out. The beach is a short walk or bike ride away. There are also numerous activities offered through the resort which we enjoyed during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Clean, reliable appliances, and everything we hoped!

The owners were absolutely phenomenal at responding to inquiries leading up to our visit. The house was clean and just what we needed. We enjoyed the full kitchen, and appreciated the washer and dryer. The beds were rather firm, which only two of us were not great fans of. We found the beach easily. It was a very enjoyable visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 28, 2022
We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our beach home for your family vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Kiawah Island wedding.

Found this house for a wedding we attended. The house was clean and well kept and supplied. The owners were very easy to communicate with and answered all of my questions promptly. It was 600 steps to beach and 300 to pool. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 16, 2022
Thank you for your review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our Kiawah Island beach home. -All our best to the newly married couple!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

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

Perfect for our family!

Loved the location, close to pool and beach! House was just the right size for our family, my husband and I with our two daughters and their husbands and their babies. Huge TV for watching the football games, great table for our family game playing and well equipped kitchen! It’s not a huge or fancy house but perfect for our great family vacation! Owners are very responsive to any communication and they provided the information we needed in a timely manner. Attentive to details-all the light switches were labeled-very thoughtful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2022
Thank you. You have perfectly summarized our hope for you to enjoy your family vacation at our Kiawah Island beach home. We rented this home from the previous owners for several years before it was our turn to offer it other families for their family vacations. Our home is not fancy, but it is ideally situated just steps from the beautiful Kiawah Island beach, neighborhood pool, walking trails, and west beach convention center. The nearby city of Charleston and the surrounding areas offer many sightseeing and other interesting things to do while you enjoy the unique low country of South Carolina. Come visit our home again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the second time that we have stayed at this property. (First time in 2011). The group consisted of five adults and one teenager. We were comfortable inside of the cottage. A fully equipped kitchen allowed for us cook and prepare food each day. We enjoyed the big-screen TV during the evening hours. The proximity to the beach and the community pool was very influential in our choice of returning to this property. Both are within walking distance of the cottage. Not once did we use our bicycles to go to the pool or beach. Owners have great communication (via Vrbo messages). Overall, we are very satisfied with our stay and would entertain returning for a third time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

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

Our yearly oasis at Kiawah

We have been renting this condo from the McCarty's for quite a few years and have been coming down to Kiawah since 1981. We used to stay just next door until that property was sold. Luckily, we found the McCarty's and have been very satisfied. I have even talked to Rob during our stay if I find something that is not up to par. Rob takes care of it on the spot. Thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg K.

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

Great value / location!

Overall we really enjoyed our stay. The value and location are exceptional. A few aspects of the unit are outdated, like the floor plan with too few windows, but this was fine for the price range. The main issue with the unit is that the master bedroom has an extremely soft and saggy mattress that caused me unnecessary pain and discomfort. As a much more minor issue, the master bathroom didn’t seem to have any hot water reaching the sink. Again, overall, the unit met our needs and provided all of the amenities we were looking for. Fix these fixable issues, and this would be a 5 star review.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Clean home away from home.

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this cottage. We found everything in order and very clean upon our arrival. Kitchen was readily equipped for many meals during our stay. I did want to point out that we expected the walk to beach to be a little closer than it actually was. With 3 teenagers in tow, all able to help carry our beach load, it took us nearly 10 minutes to get to the boardwalk. I would advise a beach wagon or cart for families with younger kids. Not ideal for anyone who needs assistance walking.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 14, 2022
Thank you for the favorable review. Unfortunately, you may have taken an alternate path to the beach. The most direct route to the beach from our house is very short. It should only have taken only a few minutes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena F.

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

Peaceful and well-laid out

Property was as described. Easy to pass through the security gate, and easy to gain entry to the property. Our first time staying this westward in Kiawah. Quiet neighborhood; no road or neighbor noise. The property has three bedrooms which was great for our family! We have particular sleepers, so the ability to switch beds and/or rooms if needed was fabulous! The owners don't ask a lot of cleanup from guests, which is nice if you don't want to do that, but we love to show our appreciation by cleaning up as much as we can! It's a quiet, lovely spot on Kiawah.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2023
We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our beach home for your family vacation.
Verified

8/10 Good

Chandler C.

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

Quiet and private

The beach was not crowded at all. Great time of year to go. Only “issues” we encountered is my truck (F150) would barely fit under the house so it made it difficult getting in and out. We had to move the truck every time we needed to access the storage area and that was frequently because you are not allowed to leave items in view of the street. I noticed all the neighboring houses had larger and wider carports. That would have been helpful. The place wasn’t dirty, but it just needs some updating. Everything is pretty worn out but it didn’t bother us because we spent most our time at the beach. The pool is shaded so it was freezing cold this time of year so something to consider there. Hosts were really nice and quick to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rob and Susie McCarty

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We first visited Kiawah Island in 1990 and were most impressed by the island’s natural beauty and beautiful beach. Kiawah Island is a peaceful sanctuary, like no other place we have ever visited. We have returned there every year since then.

Why they chose this property

Kiawah Island is a wonderful place to simply enjoy a quiet, beautiful beach vacation with family and friends.

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