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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft
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Explore the area
Charleston, SC
- Place, West Ashley Greenway3 min drive
- Place, Medical University of South Carolina6 min drive
- Place, College of Charleston7 min drive
- Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Sleeping area
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
10/10-Star Care•Garden Retreat• Thoughtfully maintained for a relaxing stay.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please DO NOT strip the bed.
Please hang towels on towel bars and bath rug on the rug bar.
Please DO NOT start the dishwasher.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charleston
Located in West Ashley, a neighborhood in Charleston, this cottage is near a water park and on a river. Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter. South Carolina Aquarium and North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center are not to be missed. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Charleston, SC
What's nearby
- West Ashley Greenway - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Medical University of South Carolina - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
- College of Charleston - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
- Charleston City Market - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
- Waterfront Park - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 13 min walk
- Jersey Mike's - 13 min walk
- Circle K - 5 min drive
- Chick-fil-A on Savannah Highway - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Mar 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicki M.
Mar 21, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vicki M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Joe M.
Mar 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
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Feb 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Amber J.
Mar 25, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amber J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Denise S.
Jan 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denise S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Gloria M.
Jan 30, 2026
Gloria M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
AMy H.
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Britteny H.
Nov 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Britteny H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer K.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jimmy B.
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jimmy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jonathon A.
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jonathon A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Shawn K.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in Charleston
Shawn K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gloria M.
Jan 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gloria M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Davis L.
Sep 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Davis L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lauryn G.
Oct 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauryn G.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Alexandra E.
Jun 1, 2025
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Alexandra E.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kathy W.
Aug 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kathy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
Jun 28, 2025
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Karen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
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Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Cottage
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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jack S.
Jun 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot for our honeymoon.
Jack S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Darlene N.
Sep 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darlene N.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Ella J.
Jun 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ella J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
Jun 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary in Charleston
Scott C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alex L.
Apr 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway spot.
Alex L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Sidney & Margie Dudley
We’re both proud to call the Lowcountry home and have been married for 43 wonderful years. In October 2019, we retired our welding and fabrication shop of over 30 years after Sidney experienced a massive stroke and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Today, we’re grateful to say he’s doing well and staying active.
After downsizing from the country to the city, we knew the moment we first saw this property that it was meant to be home. When we arrived, the cottage was just a shell and the grounds were wildly overgrown—but after seven years of hard work, love, and vision, our dream is finally coming together.
We both enjoy meeting new people and spending time outdoors. Sidney has a deep love for the Lowcountry swamplands and says any day at the hunting club is a good one. Margie finds peace at the beach or working in the yard. We also enjoy biking and are lucky enough to start our rides right from our backyard.
We truly love this place and feel so fortunate to be able to share it with others. Hosting is a joy for us, and we warmly welcome you to The Backyard Cottage. We hope you choose to stay with us—we believe you’ll be glad you did.
WEATHER:
We do not provide refunds for circumstances outside our control, such as inclement weather, power outages, or natural disasters. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect against such unexpected disruptions.
After downsizing from the country to the city, we knew the moment we first saw this property that it was meant to be home. When we arrived, the cottage was just a shell and the grounds were wildly overgrown—but after seven years of hard work, love, and vision, our dream is finally coming together.
We both enjoy meeting new people and spending time outdoors. Sidney has a deep love for the Lowcountry swamplands and says any day at the hunting club is a good one. Margie finds peace at the beach or working in the yard. We also enjoy biking and are lucky enough to start our rides right from our backyard.
We truly love this place and feel so fortunate to be able to share it with others. Hosting is a joy for us, and we warmly welcome you to The Backyard Cottage. We hope you choose to stay with us—we believe you’ll be glad you did.
WEATHER:
We do not provide refunds for circumstances outside our control, such as inclement weather, power outages, or natural disasters. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect against such unexpected disruptions.
Why they chose this property
Our West Ashley neighborhood is vibrant and welcoming, with young families, longtime locals, walkers, and cyclists all enjoying the charm of the area.
The West Ashley Greenway, a 10.5-mile trail just a five-minute walk from the cottage, is perfect for biking, jogging, or a peaceful stroll. Whole Foods, Starbucks, The Glass Onion (refined Southern soul food), and Swig & Swine (a barbecue favorite) are also within walking distance.
WEATHER:
We do not provide refunds for circumstances outside our control, such as inclement weather, power outages, or natural disasters. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect against such unexpected disruptions.
A short bike ride brings you to the Avondale community with Pearlz Oyster Bar, Highfalutin Coffee Roasters, Verde, Charles Towne Fermentory, Triangle Char & Bar, and Avondale Wine & Cheese—great for casual meals, drinks, or a cozy night out.
Nearby centers like St. Andrews and South Windermere make shopping and dining easy, with Harris Teeter, Earth Fare, Three Little Birds Café, and TCBY just minutes away.
Best of all, the cottage is close to it all—historic downtown Charleston, beautiful beaches, and the airport are only a short drive.
Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure, great food, or simple relaxation, The Backyard Cottage is the perfect place to experience Charleston right from your doorstep.
The West Ashley Greenway, a 10.5-mile trail just a five-minute walk from the cottage, is perfect for biking, jogging, or a peaceful stroll. Whole Foods, Starbucks, The Glass Onion (refined Southern soul food), and Swig & Swine (a barbecue favorite) are also within walking distance.
WEATHER:
We do not provide refunds for circumstances outside our control, such as inclement weather, power outages, or natural disasters. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect against such unexpected disruptions.
A short bike ride brings you to the Avondale community with Pearlz Oyster Bar, Highfalutin Coffee Roasters, Verde, Charles Towne Fermentory, Triangle Char & Bar, and Avondale Wine & Cheese—great for casual meals, drinks, or a cozy night out.
Nearby centers like St. Andrews and South Windermere make shopping and dining easy, with Harris Teeter, Earth Fare, Three Little Birds Café, and TCBY just minutes away.
Best of all, the cottage is close to it all—historic downtown Charleston, beautiful beaches, and the airport are only a short drive.
Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure, great food, or simple relaxation, The Backyard Cottage is the perfect place to experience Charleston right from your doorstep.
What makes this property unique
Our West Ashley neighborhood is vibrant, welcoming, and full of local charm, with a friendly, lived-in feel you won’t find anywhere else.
Just five minutes away, the West Ashley Greenway offers 10.5 miles of trails for biking, jogging, or strolling. Nearby, enjoy Southern soul food at The Glass Onion, BBQ at Swig & Swine, and local coffee shops and markets.
A short ride brings you to Avondale’s breweries, boutique dining, and cozy wine spots. Close to downtown Charleston, beaches, and the airport, the cottage combines authentic neighborhood charm with easy access to it all.
WEATHER:
We do not provide refunds for circumstances outside our control, such as inclement weather, power outages, or natural disasters. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect against such unexpected disruptions.
Just five minutes away, the West Ashley Greenway offers 10.5 miles of trails for biking, jogging, or strolling. Nearby, enjoy Southern soul food at The Glass Onion, BBQ at Swig & Swine, and local coffee shops and markets.
A short ride brings you to Avondale’s breweries, boutique dining, and cozy wine spots. Close to downtown Charleston, beaches, and the airport, the cottage combines authentic neighborhood charm with easy access to it all.
WEATHER:
We do not provide refunds for circumstances outside our control, such as inclement weather, power outages, or natural disasters. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect against such unexpected disruptions.
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