The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!

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A rustic wooden cabin with a gravel driveway, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a sofa.
A house with a front yard, a wooden door, and a small shed.
A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a fire pit, and a rustic wooden bench.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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

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About the area

Johns Island

Located in Johns Island, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Charleston Music Hall and Patriots Point are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Charleston City Market and Charleston Tanger Outlets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at North Charleston Coliseum or Credit One Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
  • College of Charleston - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Charleston City Market - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 25 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zeppelin Pizza Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Porter’s Wreck Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Southern Brews Coffee - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!?

As of 31 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway! on 7 Dec 2026 start from £299, 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.

How much is parking at The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sleepy Shack - Private, Cozy Cottage for your next getaway! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gullah Geechee Exhibit & Borough Project and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from St. Johns Yacht Harbor. John's Island Regional Library and Angel Oak Tree are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. Easy access to downtown Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great timeand quiet location. Our host was very helpful with dinning and attractions to go to
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place for a weekend getaway! As advertise, Shack was cozy, it was perfect. The host was incredible and friendly! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Next time I will definitely use the outdoor shower! Great outdoor living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and quaint stay. Would recommend to anyone looking for that area but still wants some distance from all the busyness. The owners were so sweet and friendly. Would love to come back and stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay! Very clean, nice host, and a nice outdoor area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stay in quaint shack behind main house and garage. Everything I needed for short stay while visiting my daughter in Charleston. Comfy bed, enjoyed nice outdoor space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay. Extremely nice and helpful host. Quiet and relaxing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming! Place was clean, cozy and very homey!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sleepy Shack was an awesome place to stay! Comfortable, clean & convenient! Cava our host was so warm & welcoming. I highly recommend The Sleepy Shack!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy accommodations; friendly and responsive hosts - just an overall great experience! The Sleepy Shack had everything I needed, from large coffee mugs to extra blankets. The covered patio was the perfect setting for morning coffee. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The sleepy shack was adorable, and perfect for the two of us in town for a music festival. We were greeted by our host who was so lovely and accommodating. The space itself was all we needed. It was cozy with an adorable little outdoor space. The bed was comfortable and the AC was nice and cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was wonderful. Hosts very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, private and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay

Loved the atmosphere
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Stay

Great time, beautiful accommodations
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and relaxed environment that is well laid out. Towels and bedding as well as disposables were generously supplied.We would definitely stay there again. The host was immediately available when we needed help with the television and was always very gracious.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet spot, close by nice beaches and interesting sites. Host very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was nice and cozy. The bed was very comforting. The atmosphere was top notch from the moment that we met the owner
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When arrived was meet by Cava and she was wonderful host, showed us around the room which was perfect. It was very clean, spacious and the shower was perfect, and comfortable bed. We will definitely stay there again when in Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

One of the best places I’ve stayed

Very quiet very nice super clean will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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super clean and very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect!

The stay great for first timers to the area! Great location with plenty to do in the area! The hosts are fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Super cozy with a wonderful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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