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Pet friendly country cottage with large fenced-in yard & horses on property

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Holly Hill, SC

Lake Marion
‪26 min drive‬
Santee Cooper Country Club
‪26 min drive‬
Santee State Park
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

Pet friendly country cottage with large fenced-in yard & horses on property

Just a short drive from Charleston or Columbia is a relaxing little cottage just waiting for you. Looking for a mini vacation but don’t want to drive for hours? Get out of the traffic of I-95 and enjoy the slow pace as well, or if you are coming in for a family reunion, wedding or any other reason, we’ve got just what you need. Our Little Red Cottage has two bedrooms, one bath and is fully stocked with all your needs. Plush bedding, full size kitchen and lots of little extras to make you want to stay even longer. Watch the deer cross the horse pasture daily from the kitchen window or sit on the front porch with your morning coffee and enjoy it all. The front yard is fully fenced and the cottage is pet friendly, so you are welcome to bring your fur babies with you. It's a great place for the dogs to stretch their legs and play safely while traveling. We have over 160 acres of planted pines and trails, so just let us know if you want to get out and walk the trails (weather permitting). Book your stay soon!

Property manager

Kay Holseberg

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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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 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Holly Hill

Holly Hill is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santee State Park and Lake Marion, while Elloree Heritage Museum and Cultural Center and Santee Indian Mound and Fort Watson Site are cultural highlights.

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Holly Hill, SC

What's nearby

Lake Marion - 26 min drive - 23.3 km
Santee Cooper Country Club - 26 min drive - 31.0 km
Santee State Park - 27 min drive - 32.1 km
Lake Moultrie - 34 min drive - 34.4 km
Nexton Square - 44 min drive - 53.1 km

Restaurants

‪Copper House - ‬2 min drive
‪Vasilios Pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
‪Utopia Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive
‪Sweatman's BBQ - ‬8 min drive
‪Hardee's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet friendly country cottage with large fenced-in yard & horses on property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Pet friendly country cottage with large fenced-in yard & horses on property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet friendly country cottage with large fenced-in yard & horses on property?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet friendly country cottage with large fenced-in yard & horses on property located?

Set in Holly Hill, this family-friendly cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Lake Marion, Santee Cooper Country Club and Santee Town Hall. Santee State Park and Lake Moultrie are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

21 Jul, 2025

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

Super clean, cute as a button, amazing hosts!

Cottage is amazing—charming, well kept, clean. An abundance of amenities provided. Kay and Fred were so kind and we loved staying the week. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neysa R.

9 Jun, 2025

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

Best little cottage ever!

My daughter, dog and I were traveling from NC to Tampa, FL. on local roads and Kay's cottage was the best place to stop at! Her cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay and a perfect fenced in front yard for our dog. We truly enjoyed our stay. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

17 Jul, 2025

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

Perfect getaway

This was the cutest place my husband and I have stayed and it being pet friendly was perfect. It was super clean upon arrival and was just as it was listed. It was great waking up to watch the horses and deer each morning in the paddock. The fenced yard was just the perfect size for my small pups.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen S.

15 Jun, 2025

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

Cute Property

Cute little house, convenient for those needing a break or getaway traveling with pets. Provided snacks and water was an extra bonus.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis R.

9 May, 2025

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

Awesome cottage!

We absolutely loved this cottage. Perfect for us & our pets. The property was spotless & the little goodies supplied were amazing. We will definitely make this cottage our stop to & from Florida every year!!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

21 May, 2025

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

Quiet time

The check in was easy, the cottage was beautiful, very homey, the host did not forget a thing, just like home, but so much more peaceful. Loved the horses, and their 3 dogs were amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

24 Mar, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had a wonderful stay in this cute, comfy, clean little red house. We didn’t have any pets with us to enjoy the puppy accommodations but we humans were very comfortable there. Would definitely stay again if we are in the area!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

1 Jun, 2025

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

Wonderful

Kay was very accommodating.The Little Red Cottage was perfect. Kay had snacks, water and there were games.The beds were very comfortable.There was such a peaceful atmosphere and felt like home.We will definitely stay again we come back to South Carolina.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza B.

20 Jan, 2025

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

Wonderful Rest

We had a relaxing stay, the town is super cute and the house was spacious, clean and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

25 Jun, 2025

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

Our first vrbo experience

We are first time vrbo users from retford united kingdom. We are travelling through the states and south carolina was a stop off. We discovered thia adorable place before hand.The place was very clean and tidy. Commination with the host was brilliant and answered our questions. The little welcome snacks and drinks and information pack was very useful.It felt like home from home.Will stay again next time we visit south carolina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Z.

30 Mar, 2025

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

Haven of Rest

Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Easy access from I-95.Less than an hours drive to Old Town Charleston. We loved it.We plan on staying here next year on our way through.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

D h.

21 Apr, 2025

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

Easter Weekend

Perfect spot for visiting our kids and grandkids. We were only 15 miles from them and the cottage was 100% better than a hotel room. It was very well kept, clean and well appointed. Only regret is that we did not find it sooner for our previous trips, but we know now and look forward to returning!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

5 Feb, 2025

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

Birthday trip

The cottage was so cute. It was very clean and had everything you could need. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

19 Jan, 2025

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

Lovely Overnight Stay

Perfect stay with our dog...lovely home, comfortable beds, and fenced in yard. Couldn't ask for more for our overnight stay. Would recommend and hope to return!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

29 Jun, 2025

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

Clean, calm and comfortable

We absolutely loved our stay at Kay’s property! The house was spotless, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. It was especially perfect for our fur babies, with the fully gated yard giving them a safe space to explore and play.One of my favorite parts of the day was enjoying my morning coffee while watching Kay’s beautiful horses grazing in the distance — such a peaceful and picturesque setting. Kay was also a fantastic host: always friendly and quick to respond to any questions we had.Truly, our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer. We can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

4 Feb, 2025

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

Quiet and Cozy

This was the perfect place to stay and relax in Holly Hill! My kids loved the fenced in yard, being able to pet and feed the horses and all the kids toys!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie p.

26 Jan, 2025

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

Heavenly Retreat

This is our second time staying here, Kay is fantastic. Its great for our fur baby plenty of space to walk and quiet. We will be back next year.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

1 Apr, 2025

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

What a gem!

Kay has thought of everything at this cute and cozy cottage just outside Holly Hill, SC. Luxury linens and towels. Well stocked kitchen and little amenities like bottled water, snacks and toiletries. This is one of the nicest rentals we have ever stayed at.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

12 Dec, 2024

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

Nice place!

The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay while visiting family or exploring the area. Close to town but surrounded by fields so you feel like you're out in the country.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose T.

11 Mar, 2025

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

Holly Hill

No need to unpack the car. The house has everything you need for a short stay. If traveling with pets they will find toys, dishes and a nice bed!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

20 Jan, 2025

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Christina Case

Amazing stay on Christmas Day!!!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

21 Apr, 2025

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

Amazing little cottage!

My family and I stayed on our way home from Florida. This little cottage was truly one of the best VRBO homes I have seen. The decor and cleanliness were perfect, and the home is in excellent shape. Beyond that though were the small details and touches that Kay provided. From snacks and coffee to ample towels and pillows. And the sweet horses on the property were an added bonus my girls loved! We will be back on our next trip for sure.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL G.

13 Oct, 2024

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

Great Stay

The house was just as described. Great stay, would recommend. Host was quick to respond and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

7 Mar, 2025

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

Another Wonderful stay.

This was the second time we stayed at Kay's cottage. We stayed on our way to Florida and then again on our way home. It was the perfect place and much better than any motel. It was as pictured and very clean. The beds were comfy and the whole place felt like home. Super easy check in and out. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Kay for your hospitality!!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Y.

4 Jan, 2025

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

Review of stay

We stayed one night with our little dog Cooper. The accommodations are totally pet friendly and Kay was extremely attentive. The cottage is so cute and completely equipped. We would certainly stay again!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kay Holseberg

Welcome to the Red Cottage. I am Kay. My husband, Fred, and I moved out to the country about 17 years ago from Charleston. The Cottage was originally brought onto our property to be the home of my pecan business, Molly and Me Pecans, which I started in 2008 and sold in 2022. We baked all the different flavors of pecans, (the smells were amazing!), as well as packaged and shipped right from that tiny little cottage. I have such fond memories of that time! When I sold Molly and Me Pecans we decided to share the cottage with travelers who wanted a peaceful place to rest with their family or fur babies traveling up and down I-95, as well as locals who needed some extra space for family or friends visiting. I hope you will enjoy your stay here!

Why they chose this property

When we decided to move out to the country I wanted an old house with a few acres. When we drove up to this property, it had an old house with a wraparound porch and I immediately felt like I was home. My husband went out the back door and watched three deer cross the hay field, which is now our horse pasture, and he was sold! We have since had the house moved farther back on the property, renovated it and bought surrounding land.

What makes this property unique

You can see all kinds of wild life if you can stay a little while. We have deer, fox, raccoons, and a variety of birds. We also have horses in the pasture next to the Cottage who love attention and treats. You can sit on the porch in the morning with your coffee and watch the horses graze, or sit by the fire pit and look at the stars at night. Relax and stay awhile!