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Fire Pit + Yard: Charming Port Royal Home!

Holiday home in Port Royal with kitchen and balcony

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Port Royal Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 744 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Outdoor Space
Living Room | Free WiFi
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4744 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
  • Place, Bay Street
  • Place, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Fire Pit + Yard: Charming Port Royal Home!

Outdoor Entertainment | Bicycles w/ Helmets | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee

A Port Royal paradise awaits with a stay at 'The Happy Cottage,' a 2-bed, 1-bath home! Spend days admiring the views from the Port Royal Boardwalk and Observation Tower, peruse downtown Beaufort’s local shops and restaurants, explore nearby Parris Island, or relax on the beautiful beaches of Hilton Head Island. At sundown, retreat back to the vacation rental for fireside s'mores followed by a movie night on the Smart TV.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Patio w/ outdoor dining table
- Fire pit w/ seating
- Fenced yard

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs
- Ceiling fans

KITCHEN
- Stainless steel appliances
- Microwave, Keurig coffee maker, blender, toaster, knife set
- Dishware/flatware
- Breakfast bar w/ seating

GENERAL
- Free WiFi (1 Gig)
- A/C & heating
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 2 steps required for access

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)

ADDT'L ACCOMODATIONS
- There is an additional property available about a mile away with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walk to Spanish Moss Trail
- 1-2 miles to Cypress Wetlands & Port Royal Boardwalk and Observation Tower
- 5 miles to Downtown Beaufort: Beaufort Historic District, Bay Street, Downtown Marina, University of South Carolina of Beaufort, restaurants, galleries, shopping
- 5 miles to Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park & Parris Island Museum
- 21 miles to Hunting Island State Park - Hunting Island Lighthouse
- 43 miles to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $125 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The single-story property requires 2 steps to access
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Port Royal

Port Royal is home to this holiday home. Sea Wolf Charters and Coastal Discovery Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Port Royal Farmers Market and Bay Street.
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Port Royal, SC

What's nearby

  • The Sands - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bay Street - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • University of South Carolina-Beaufort - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Agave - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fishcamp On 11th Street - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fire Pit + Yard: Charming Port Royal Home! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fire Pit + Yard: Charming Port Royal Home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fire Pit + Yard: Charming Port Royal Home!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fire Pit + Yard: Charming Port Royal Home! located?

Situated in Port Royal, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Westvine Drive Trailhead and Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. Lowcountry Estuarium and Broome Lane Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful house for families visiting Parris Island! Great location, cozy home and plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

D Greg

Marine Graduation stay

We personally found the beds to not be very comfortable. The biggest issue was the air conditioning system smelling like mold/mildew causing one of us to have sinus issues. Non-working ground lighting in the front of the home. Easy to check in. Convenient location. Beautiful backyard.

8/10 Good

Lee H.

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

Almost great

The one-ply toilet paper and the low water pressure leave a little to be desired. There was some dog hair from previous guests on a tall lamp shade. Overall, nice and met our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry E.

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

Parris Island

Very close and perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Cozy house, fine amenities

Enjoyed a restful stay in this cozy and clean house. So dog friendly! Good location for beautiful Beaufort too.

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

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

All you need :)

Perfect location in Port Royal-close to PI and USMCABB. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Little cottage is a great place

We had a great time staying at the Little Cottage. Just the right size for my hubby, myself and our 2 dogs. The dogs loved the backyard. We had some great food especially at Fishcamp on 11th street. Lots of fun shops near fishcamp especially Mrs. Bs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Great dog friendly home

We really enjoyed our stay. The fenced in yard is huge. Big enough for the puppy to get our her zoomies and play fetch. The house was spotless and well equipped. Would like to return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Joan G.

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

We'll book here again!

Great neighborhood, cute house, loved the wooden (not chain link) fenced in back yard/patio/firepit area. Our little dog could be outside with us and not see the other neighborhood dogs. Bonus! Has a paved driveway which not all houses in this area have. Easy access for walking or biking the Spanish Moss Trail. We enjoyed our stay very much and will book here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Happy Little Cottage it truly is!

Renovation & yard were amazing, every little detail covered. Kitchen & bath are very small (no DW) but functional. Host provided note directions for everything! Having lights on auto timer when we returned at night was so cheery & appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
This was a very cute little place. The beds were clean and comfortable and exactly what my family needed after hours of driving. No issues with the WIFI or the appliances. I'm glad we didn't bring the dog as the privacy fence has been knocked over, with a little pile of wood up against the breach to hold it up. The dog would definitely have gotten out. The water pressure is low, but in a way that's a good thing because the tub wasn't draining right and we had to keep plunging between showers. The overall cleanliness was a bit lacking. Sticky counters and cabinets, dirty dishes, blackish fingerprints on the bedroom doors, stained carpeting, and an extra "special surprise" of a rice krispy edible on top of the refrigerator. Overall it was adequate because we didn't spend a lot of time there. And that's a shame because it really is a cute little place, in a nice convenient setting. Especially because it's so close to Parris Island, and we were there to bring our Marine home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Teresa

Cute with potential of being great.

This was a very cute little place. The beds and linens were clean and comfortable and exactly what my family needed after hours of driving. No issues with the WIFI or the appliances. I'm glad we didn't bring the dog as the privacy fence has been knocked over, with a little pile of wood up against the breach to hold it up. The dog would definitely have gotten out. The water pressure is low, but in a way that's a good thing because the tub wasn't draining right and we had to keep plunging between showers. The overall cleanliness was a bit lacking. Sticky counters and cabinets, dirty dishes, blackish fingerprints on the bedroom doors, stained carpeting, and extra "special surprises" of a half liter of bourbon in the cabinet and a partially eaten rice krispy edible on top of the refrigerator. Overall it was adequate because we didn't spend a lot of time there. And that's a shame because it really is a cute little place, in a nice convenient, yet quiet setting. Especially because it's so very close to Parris Island, and we were primarily there to bring our Marine home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Great location

Great cottage in a great location! So many great restaurants and shops right in town. The backyard was fantastic for the pups. Would definitely visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, our small senior dogs enjoyed plthe backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute little place! It was great for our pups and we had a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. The hosts are extremely thoughtful and welcoming and provided everything we needed for a stress-free week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

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

Stay 4/18 - 4/20

Great stay. House was very clean and friendly. Owner was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Great house!

We throughly enjoyed our stay in Port Royal. The house was amazing with a fantastic outdoor area.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Happy Cottage

Cozy and comfortable place to stay while visiting our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

A beautiful house with an amazing fire pit.

We had a great stay at the house. It was very clean, perfect space, and had a great backyard area to roast marshmallows and make s’mores. We had a good time doing that. I would stay again! Super cute decorations!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda

New to VRBO

What an amazing experience. Truly. I'm not sure I'll stay in a hotel again. We were able to truly relax...amenities were great...accommodations were awesome. Also great local property management...very responsive.

10/10 Excellent

Shaina S.

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

Was a great stay for the Parris Island graduation

Great and would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Yellow Door

Great stay close to where we needed to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Darcy P.

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

Great for Paris island graduation

We booked this house for our son’s graduation. The proximity to the base was perfect. Wonderful place if you are traveling with a dog. We did however come back from graduation to a real estate agent and two people in the house. We were called by the property manager as we were pulling in to ‘ask’ if it was ok. They were already in the house. He did apologize many times for the mix up and refunded one night. My first experience w VRBO was not great… but the house was all it says it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth A.

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

Port Royal stay

This is a cute cottage that is in a great spot. It is clean and is perfect for anyone staying with pets. Our puppy enjoyed the fenced in back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra P.

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

So cute and convenient!

We were so happy to find this pup friendly accommodation that’s close to the MCRD where my brother and his family is stationed at. We loved it here and it was so convenient, the backyard was the best and so cute. We will definitely be back here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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