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Cottage in the Oaks is a restored Historical Cottage from the late 1800’s

Cottage in the Oaks is a restored Historical Cottage from the late 1800’s

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Private Cottage
Fire pit for cool evenings and enjoying S'mores
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Overview of Cottage in the Oaks is a restored Historical Cottage from the late 1800’s

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Summerville, SC
  • Popular LocationAzalea Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSummerville Dorchester Museum5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNexton Square8 min drive
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)22 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cottage in the Oaks is a restored Historical Cottage from the late 1800’s

Cottage in the Oaks is located on our property, which has 2 1/2 acres of Ancient Live Oak trees. It is nestled away from a neighborhood, with a lot of privacy. The 660 sq foot cottage was refurbished entirely in Feb 2019 and has a full kitchen with a full size stove and refrigerator and has all the amenities you need, should you decide to skip the great restaurants available, and stay in to cook. There is a peninsula that multi tasks as dining and a work station.
The living room has a queen size pull out sofa bed (with a gel foam mattress) and plenty of lighting to read. The bedroom has a queen size bed and full closet (hangers included) , the one bathroom is a large room, with a walk in shower and a full size washer/ dryer.
Bathroom amenities include shampoo and conditioner, soap, towels and wash cloths. Extras if you forget an item, tooth brush toothpaste and razors. There is also a full size ironing board and iron for your convenience. The screened front porch is perfect for starting your day with a cup of coffee or ending your day with a glass of wine, overlooking an expanse of yard with beautiful live oaks. We have a fox that visits every night, owls, and a pleathora of birds. We also have had a few unusual visitors, a sheep was visiting for a while until we had it relocated to a better home!
We are located 4 minutes to Summerville town square, 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, 15 minutes to West Ashley, 15 minutes to Cummins, Bosch, 20-25 to Boeing (airport) and 20 minutes to the new Volvo plant
The beach is about 45 minutes away and we will supply beach towels and chairs.
We truly hope to make your stay pleasurable and carefree. Charleston is known for its hospitality!
We are available as little or as much as you need!

Property manager

Marianne STABENAU
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

About the area

Lincolnville

This vacation home is located in Lincolnville. Golf Club at Wescott Plantation and Crowfield Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Nexton Square and Northwoods Mall. Traveling with kids? Consider Gahagan Park, or check out an event or a game at Buccaneer Field House. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Summerville, SC

What's nearby

  • Azalea Park - 4 min drive
  • Summerville Dorchester Museum - 5 min drive
  • Nexton Square - 8 min drive
  • Golf Club at Wescott Plantation - 11 min drive
  • Charleston Southern University - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 25 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 5 min drive
  • Applebee's - 17 min walk
  • Low Country Fish Camp - 7 min drive
  • Tiki Taco - 6 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage
The cottage in the oaks was simply perfect! Hidden away in a grove of old oak trees and surrounded by azaleas and cameilas, the site was so pretty and restful. We felt we were in a world to ourselves. The privacy was excellent. Yet, we were convenient to everything. The pretty historic area of Summerville was just around the corner, and plantation row along the Ashley River was just a few minutes away. The host was super nice and accommodating. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for privavcy and convenience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Trip
This is a very lovely property. Inside and out! I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S., Ashland Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful jewel!
The cottage in the oaks is absolutely a jewel. David and Marianne have thought of everything possible to provide you with a wonderful stay in the town of Summerville. We have stayed in more than 20 VRBO properties and this cabin is diffidently one of the finest small properties in which we have stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Great place. You seem to be in the wilderness, but you are close to everything,
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E., Conway USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity cottage
This little cottage was spotless absolutely inside and out absolutely enchanting 1800’s little home but you walk inside and it is completely contemporary, clean and pristine and just exactly the way you want a brand new home these days everything was comfortable. Everything that was needed was available, the owners were very hospitable and always responded quickly. It was in a beautiful setting in Summerville just 2 miles from the wedding B&B venue we were going to attend and it was just lovely beautiful large live oak Trees, beautiful camellias, and this spring and summer the promise of an abundance of flowering shrubs, and plants that are currently dormant, but I just know it’s gonna be breathtaking , we enjoyed our stay so much and look forward to having a good reason to return again so we can come back during warmer months and stay in this sweet little college when all is in full bloom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marianne STABENAU

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Mari-anne grew up in the Charleston area but moved around the Southeast while raising children but the Lowcountry was always home. David is from away, Detroit, but happily moved back to the Charleston area with Mari-anne and settled on Summerville.
They both love hiking, boating, fishing, shrimping, bird watching and more recently Pickball!

Why they chose this property

We purchased our home because of the many Live Oaks and the park like setting. We enjoy listening to the birds waking in the morning and watching the sun set through the live oaks branches.

What makes this property unique

Our home and cottage has a country feel but we are in a thriving town with all the amenities a few minutes drive away.

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