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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Prosperity, SC
  • Place, University of South Carolina
  • Place, Lake Murray
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Dreher Island State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

About this property

Tess’s cottage on the lake.

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. It’s secluded, quiet, stress reliever place on the lake. A short 100 yards walk brings you to a shared dock for lounging and swimming . The place awaits for your next memorable experience!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out time @ 11:00 am
Check in time @ 1:00 pm
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Prosperity

Prosperity is home to this cottage. Lake Murray and Dreher Island State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Batesburg-Leesville Leisure Center and Irmo Community Park. Saluda Shoals Park and Frankie's Fun Park are also worth visiting.
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Prosperity, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Murray - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Dreher Island State Park - 31 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Newberry Opera House - 40 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Newberry College - 40 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Columbiana Centre - 52 min drive - 57.5 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiddler Blues On Lake Murray - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Na'cho Margarita - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Waterdog Cafe - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Martin's Landing Marina - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Big Jims Steaks And Seafood @Hollands Landing - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tess’s cottage on the lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tess’s cottage on the lake. ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tess’s cottage on the lake. on May 10, 2026 start from $117, 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.

What time is check-in at Tess’s cottage on the lake. ?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tess’s cottage on the lake. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tess’s cottage on the lake. located?

Situated in Prosperity, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Murray and within 12 mi (20 km) of Prosperity Roadside Park and Dreher Island State Park. Dreher Island and Timberlake Marina are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, we really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came and stayed 3 nights to fish Lake Murray and had a wonderful time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

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

Weekend Lake Getaway

Awesome location and great little cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was fabulous and communicated very well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tess is wonderful. Property is excellent. We stay every time we go to lake murray.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

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

Quick Stop

Very peaceful location at the end of a cove. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul l.

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

Good place

Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

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

Tess’s Cottage on Lake Murray

Cute little cottage. Great for two couples .Hopefully will have a chance to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ROBERT K.

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

Enjoyment

Nice and peaceful place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle b.

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

Wonderful place to visit

Overall the stay was great! Looking forward to booking again in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

It was a very nice place clean and had everything we needed I would stay there again and recommend t

Great time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell U.

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

Great location and easy access to the lake

Great location and easy access to the lake. We had a blast during our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joe r.

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

Great stay

Great place, close to a restaurant and quiet. Except for the rooster crowing. Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful stay! So peaceful and beautiful! Host was great, I’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise M.

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

Nice Stay

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

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

perfect fishing cottage

perfect for fishing - planty of space for truck, trailer, boat - able to put in right from property - clean, well stocked - perfect
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david s.

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

great place

nice clean house, loved the covered boat parking. only issue is the driveway is a little too narrow if you have a boat trailer over 20'.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

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

Great Stay

This was a great place to stay, and the owner, who is nothing short then top notch very quiet and we totally enjoyed our stay. We definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Great Lakeside Fishing Getaway

Great location and house for a fishing getaway. Clean and easy access to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in June. Tessie met us at property after easy check in. Ample parking for SUV and trailer. Nice carport area. Peaceful setting. Very clean and nicely appointed, everything you need during stay. Bed was very comfortable. Nice screened in porch on lake side. Will stay again when in area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

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

Quaint Cottage

This was a business trip more than pleasure - wish we would have had time to enjoy the amenities more. Very nice accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great place to stay on Lake Murray

The property was clean and very well maintained. Very comfortable and private. Well stocked with kitchen necessities. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this little cottage. As soon as we pulled up the maintenance man Albert was right there to help. Our diesel truck and 25’ pontoon would have been a challenge but Albert got a tractor and backed us down. When we left he was there at 8am to pull us back up from the dock. The neighborhood was very quiet. Best of all, we caught our limit of striped bass in 4 hours our second day there. We will definitely visit again. Thank you Tessie!!! A wonderful host and our needs were met perfectly.
Sunrise from the porch
Our pontoon at the dock right below cottage
Ducks at the mouth of the cove
Our limit of stripers
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette D.

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

Tess cottage

Was clean and cute
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

A cute place in a nice quiet area

We enjoyed our stay here. The house was well kept and equipped to easily cook meals. Our communication with the homeowner was amazing! She responded quickly and was more than willing to help when we needed to reschedule.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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