10/10 Excellent
Monks G.
Feb 17, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monks G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3350 sq ft
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Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
About this property
The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!
Come enjoy some peace and quiet in this private, simple (yet comfortable) cottage located under the Oak trees of Johns Island. 20 minutes from Downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, and Kiawah. Enjoy a fire in the fire pit, heat up the grill for some fresh seafood or take a hot shower under the stars! (Just to be clear, there is also a very nice interior shower!)
The Sleepy Shack is private, comfortable, and clean! The studio apartment is ideal for two tenants. Three can easily fit in this 500 square foot cabin if one person doesn't mind the sleeping on the couch.
The rear porch is private and guests have their own separate outdoor area with a fire bowl and grill.
The Sleepy Shack is within walking distance to Low Tide Brewery and a very close drive to other various dining options. Catch a movie at the Terrace Theater or enjoy some live music at The Pour House (within 5 miles).
Come explore Johns Island - The Vineyard, Sweet Water Distillery, the Tea Plantation, Angel Oak, the Johns Island Farmers Market. Johns Island is also ideal for those who wish to enjoy distance biking through the oak trees, rivers and marshes of this rural (yet convenient) area. The wide, quiet beaches of Kiawah are just a scenic drive down the way.
Or hop over to neighboring James Island to enjoy the fun and sun of Folly Beach. Check out the fishing and surfing at the pier, or relax in the tidal pools, or shop and dine on the main drag. Grab some fresh Seafood from Crosby's or Huff's and bring it back to cook on the grill!
James Island County park is about 7 minutes from the cottage and offers scenic bike and walking trails as well as climbing wall and other great opportunities for fun with the kids!
20 minutes from the heart of Downtown Charleston! Knock the sand off your flip flops and head downtown where you can enjoy extensive history, culture and (definitely) food options! A beautiful place the visit - there are Harbor Tours, Carriage Rides, Ghost Tours, The Market, Water Front Park, Marion Square and an unending assortment of dining options to explore!
The Sleepy Shack is private, comfortable, and clean! The studio apartment is ideal for two tenants. Three can easily fit in this 500 square foot cabin if one person doesn't mind the sleeping on the couch.
The rear porch is private and guests have their own separate outdoor area with a fire bowl and grill.
The Sleepy Shack is within walking distance to Low Tide Brewery and a very close drive to other various dining options. Catch a movie at the Terrace Theater or enjoy some live music at The Pour House (within 5 miles).
Come explore Johns Island - The Vineyard, Sweet Water Distillery, the Tea Plantation, Angel Oak, the Johns Island Farmers Market. Johns Island is also ideal for those who wish to enjoy distance biking through the oak trees, rivers and marshes of this rural (yet convenient) area. The wide, quiet beaches of Kiawah are just a scenic drive down the way.
Or hop over to neighboring James Island to enjoy the fun and sun of Folly Beach. Check out the fishing and surfing at the pier, or relax in the tidal pools, or shop and dine on the main drag. Grab some fresh Seafood from Crosby's or Huff's and bring it back to cook on the grill!
James Island County park is about 7 minutes from the cottage and offers scenic bike and walking trails as well as climbing wall and other great opportunities for fun with the kids!
20 minutes from the heart of Downtown Charleston! Knock the sand off your flip flops and head downtown where you can enjoy extensive history, culture and (definitely) food options! A beautiful place the visit - there are Harbor Tours, Carriage Rides, Ghost Tours, The Market, Water Front Park, Marion Square and an unending assortment of dining options to explore!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the back porch.
Important information
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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 and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Johns Island
Located in Johns Island, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Charleston City Market is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center or Credit One Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Charleston, SC
What's nearby
- Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
- College of Charleston - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
- Charleston City Market - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
- Waterfront Park - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- La Taqueria By El Molino - 13 min walk
- Huriyali James Island - 7 min drive
- JI Pizza - 13 min walk
- The Natural - 4 min drive
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Cleanliness
10/10
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David T.
Mar 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David T.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Leon D.
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leon D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tavarus H.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tavarus H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly H.
Nov 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kimberly H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marie H.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Marie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Caren S.
Dec 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caren S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patty M.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patty M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
David S.
Sep 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica F.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Jessica F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Paul H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin W.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camp week
Erin W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill T.
Apr 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding trip
Bill T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret C.
Sep 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Margaret C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
John S.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sleepy Shack Weekend Stay
John S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim D.
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little private escape
Tim D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kayt K.
Aug 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kayt K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Arthur P.
Apr 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage
Arthur P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dianna W.
Dec 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best places I’ve stayed
Dianna W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
MAUREEN H.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Unit
MAUREEN H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terry E.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sleepy shack
Terry E.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly Lyn B.
May 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy & Cozy
Kelly Lyn B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg W.
Apr 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy & convenient
Greg W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Jeff R.
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Convenient location
Jeff R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Traci W.
Jun 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother/Daughter Getaway
Traci W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Cava
My artist husband and young son love the Johns Island lifestyle! We love the open space the rural environment provides. We enjoy the outdoors, heading to the beach (20 minutes away) or hopping on our boat for a spin around the waterways.
We aren't all country though! We enjoy the culture, history and fine dining that Charleston offers. Only 15 minutes away!
We aren't all country though! We enjoy the culture, history and fine dining that Charleston offers. Only 15 minutes away!
Why they chose this property
This property is exceptionally private, clean - and is centrally located. We are a short (20-25 minute) drive to Folly Beach, Kiawah and Downtown. We are about 30 minutes from Mount Pleasant, Patriots Point, Sullivans Island and Isle of Palms!
What makes this property unique
Once you arrive at Cane Slash Road, we are the 8th driveway on the left. We are the first brick house on the street - and there are 2 brick piers at the end of the driveway.
Please pull down the driveway and around to the back of our house. You will then see a large metal workshop. At that point, drive on the grass around and directly behind the metal building to park next to the Sleepy Shack. Ample parking is provided.
Please drive cautiously! We have a teenaged son and a dog who may be in the yard.
Please pull down the driveway and around to the back of our house. You will then see a large metal workshop. At that point, drive on the grass around and directly behind the metal building to park next to the Sleepy Shack. Ample parking is provided.
Please drive cautiously! We have a teenaged son and a dog who may be in the yard.
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