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Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chapin, SC
  • Place, Woodmen of the World
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp.

Comfortable cottage has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on main level and a 3rd private bedroom suite from an outside entry lower level. Amazing views and scenery from the 300 square foot deck and large sunroom. Additional covered front porch with comfortable retro glider furniture.
Nature lovers paradise with huge oak trees surrounding the house.
The dock and boat ramp are ideal for boaters and swimmers. Life vests and floats included.
Gas grills and cookers and pellet grill/smoker included. Extra refrigerator and extra freezer. Fully equipped kitchen.
Outdoor wood burning fire pit and huge indoor masonry fireplace with firewood
provided.
One of the best locations on Lake Murray with easy access to Marinas, restaurants, grocery, hardware and other shopping just 5 minutes away in the small villages of Ballentine and White Rock. When you drive on to the private island with just 10 other homes you feel like you are a world away from the hustle and bustle.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Outside entry lower level.
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Events

No events allowed
No Large Gatherings Allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Restrictions and rules apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Person booking the property must be the person staying at the property.
Guests must enter into a short term rental agreement with host containing physical address of the guest along with other identifying information.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4044665
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
Note from host: No Large Gatherings Allowed
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Chapin

Located in Chapin, this cottage is on the waterfront. Columbiana Centre and Northlake Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Murray and Dreher Island State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Irmo Community Park, or check out an event or a game at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. Jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Chapin, SC

What's nearby

  • Woodmen of the World - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 24 min drive - 37.5 km
  • University of South Carolina - 29 min drive - 42.1 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 30 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 37 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 32 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cheesy Pint Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Charro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tavern On 6 - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Murray Island Cottage In Fantastic Location. Private Boat Ramp. located?

This family-friendly Chapin cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Murray and Woodmen of the World. Melvin Park and Lake Murray Marina 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. 82 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is fabulous! We stayed here for a college graduation with extended family. It was the perfect home base for our family & only 30 minutes from Columbia.The house had everything we needed & was so clean upon arrival. Easy check in & communication with host was fast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! Our family enjoyed this property so much. Nice touches, all the things you need to feel right at home, very clean and a breathtaking location on the lake. Host was eager to answer my questions. Highly recommend this property if you want to visit Lake Murray. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views at this house were great! The house was clean and had everything you could think of.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. The location is amazing. The property owner was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed at this house several times. It’s perfect for our family. It has everything you need, cooking supplies, swimming items, etc., which is a huge plus. It’s dog friendly. The location on the lake is great, you can hope over to Catfish Johnny’s for lunch or dinner. And the sunsets are amazing from the big porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laine B.

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

Perfect cottage on the lake!

This was perfect for my family of 6. Such a cute property, right on the beautiful Lake Murray. Owner was very accommodating and helpful. Nice private neighborhood, restaurants and things to do within a short distance from the house. Spacious rooms, very comfortable beds… everything you need for a great stay. I highly recommend!! Hope to return, and have another lovely stay at the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard H.

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

Lake Murray

Couldn’t ask for a better host a better place to enjoy your weeks vacation with beautiful views First time ever doing a place like this, I would recommend this to anyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Lake trip with my Dad

Could not have asked for a more wonderful place to enjoy a fall vacation—house and amenities were amazing, wonderful location close to restaurants and needed stores, fantastic location on the lake itself with beautiful views, host John was so nice and helpful. I would definitely want to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Great Lake cottage!

This lakeside cottage was perfect for relaxing at Lake Murray. The home was was well maintained. The owners were very accommodating. Next time we get to the lake we will try to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and congratulations on your daughters graduation from USC! You guys left it as clean as you found it. Thank You!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lake Murray in July! We were here for a graduation at Fort Jackson (40 minute drive) but enjoyed multiple full days at the lake as well. The property was beautiful and had pretty much every accommodation and extra you could imagine. Some things we appreciated (that you don't always think of) were extra fans, plenty of food storage containers for leftovers, a gas grill, and the lake "toys" and floats. John was an exceptional host and went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Simple elegance

All you want
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Must stay!

We stayed here with our kids (5 and 7) and parents. This property is in the absolute best location on the lake and stocked with everything you need…. Kitchen and bathroom essentials as well as fun water activities! The owners are the nicest folks and very responsive! We will be back and absolute recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2022
Amy, We really enjoyed meeting you and your family! Glad the boat rental worked out. Hope you can return soon. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

I'm coming back

Beautiful property beautiful house beautiful area out standing that all I can say is just Wow what a sunset view off the back deck couldn't ask for anything better can't wait to reserve it again if John will have us
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank You Michael! We would love to have you return. The sunsets are spectacular all year round! Enjoyed seeing the pics of you guys boating with the dogs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

July 4th 2021

This is a very nice place , the owners have thought of everything and are easy to communicate with . Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

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

The Perfect Spot!

Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed our week here! We usually pack the entire house up but found upon arrival the house had so many things to use: fully stocked kitchen and extra cooking gadgets, kayaks and paddle board, board games, extra pillows, etc! The view of evening Sunsets is amazing. We will be booking again in the future!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Wendy, Becky and I are so happy you and your family had such a great week. We loved the sunset picture you sent us. You are a talented photographer! We would like to add that picture to the web site. Hope you can return sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George O.

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

Paradise

All you need is your toothbrush. A+
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
Hey George, Happy to hear you guys loved our little piece of paradise. Unfortunately your review came in as 1 star mistakenly rather than 5 star. VRBO customer service is terrible. They have submitted this review to their website even though it is an obvious error, and will not change it. I can’t reach a real human there and the virtual assistant is no help. I have requested a phone call from a real person but nothing yet. According to them you need to email through the reservation app. I’m sorry to have you go through this but I have been unable to resolve it on my own.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Beautiful home with amazing sunset views

Our family truly enjoyed our time at the lake. This home is well stocked with everything you need to feel “at home.” The House is very clean and spacious. Our daughters enjoyed the room downstairs which gave them a bit of privacy as well. John and Becky are both pleasant to work with. Our family will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank You Jen for taking such good care of the place during your stay! We love seeing families like yours enjoy the place as much as we do. Glad the girls enjoyed the room downstairs. Please do come back again. John and Becky
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Great family time at Lake Murray

Can’t say enough wonderful things about our stay at the Brooks’ house on Lake Murray. It had everything we could possibly need, and that is saying a lot especially since we were there for Thanksgiving. The Brooks went out of their way to make us feel comfortable, and little details such as flowers at the front door, extra wood for the fireplace, chocolates in the candy dish, and a note telling us where to find additional things all made it feel as if we were visiting family. The view onto the lake was gorgeous. We will be sure to return again in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank You Patty and Bill! We are happy you were able to enjoy the place with your family over Thanksgiving. And thank you for cleaning out the fireplace. Can't wait to have a nice fire there myself this winter! See you next time. John and Becky
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Awesome Place

The owner makes contact before your stay with all the important information and answers any questions or concerns. The house was very clean and well stocked with cookware it also had outdoor grills. The house has a great view of the lake from the back deck and on the front porch. The neighborhood is very quiet and very little traffic. We all felt like it is a very safe place to stay. This was are second year in a row staying at the house and hopefully it’s not our last.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

diane c.

Fantastic!

This was our second time renting this house and we loved it. John and Becky have thought of everything you may need for a relaxing stay. The area is quiet, views fantastic. We know the area well and I don't know that there is a better house, location, amenities, cost or overall experience that you could rent on the lake. Highly recommended and when back in SC this is the house we will plan to stay at! Thank you to the Brooks! PS, we love all the terrier/Wofford items.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
We love sharing our little piece of paradise with families like yours that appreciate it and take care of it like it was their own! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

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

Great location with gorgeous view

Our family was in town for our son's wedding. House was exactly as advertised with plenty of space for 6 adults and 2 small dogs. Fantastic amenities for lake fun. Amazing neighbors who are so welcoming and helpful. John, the owner, was terrific and so generous with a time extension allowing time for wedding prep and a Mother's Day celebration. We really appreciated how great John was to work with and that he stayed in communication with us throughout our stay. We would love to make a return trip!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Perfect island home

Can’t be beat, water front and on a little island!! Home has a great layout, dining and sun room that lead out to a large deck with a grill and outside dining. Really nice downstairs bedroom with full bath, and laundry room. Plenty of lake toys to use along with paddle board, kayaks, floating mat, etc… Dock is great for keeping your boat, there is a boat ramp that can be a little tricky to use or you can put in at the marina just a short drive away and drive your boat to the house. Home overlooks a large cove perfect for boating, tubing, skiing, etc and can easily boat to several restaurants on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2023
Thank You Michael! You guys are welcome back anytime! We love having our private boat ramp, but it is a little tricky with larger rigs especially the first time. In addition to Lighthouse Marina being very close. Shealy's Landing is super easy to use, and only a few minutes away. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

val q.

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

Cute house with all the amenities in a gorgeous location.

Family of 5 adults spent Thanksgiving week visiting our USC daughter. The house had everything I needed to prepare and serve a full Thanksgiving dinner. The views out of every window on Amenity Island are serene and beautiful. The drive to USC campus was about 30 minutes and pretty easy. There was plenty of room for the 5 of us but 2 beds are in a basement bedroom that requires you to walk outside to access the main section of the house which was a bit awkward but fine for our adult kids. John was a wonderful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Fun Getaway on Lake Murray

Great lakehouse! Lake Murray was lovely and peaceful with fish jumping and birds calling.. John and Becky are so accommodating and responsive. We came with another couple and the accommodations were comfortable, perfect for lake time away. The back deck, front sitting area outside, the sunroom offered variety. And lake toys and floats were plentiful.. We became very comfortable there. The lakehouse is located near restaurants with several nearby towns to explore including Columbia. On a rainy day we toured the State Capitol and visited the SC Museum...well worth it! The 4 D Theatre experience was an addition that was fun and unique. Simply Southern Gifts in Irmo was a cute shop. We were quite happy with our experience and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2021
Susan and Bob, Thank you for the nice review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will return soon. Maybe during calmer weather! John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Perfect lake retreat!

We have rented many homes over the years, in the U.S. and overseas, and this one exceeded even our highest expectations! My husband and I tried to think of one thing this house does not have, and we couldn't! Every detail has been carefully considered to make guests feel welcome, comfortable, and carefree. The water floats and kayaks were in great shape; the kitchen had every imaginable dish, pot, pan, and utensil; the bedding was extremely comfortable, and the house was absolutely spotless. It's a dog-friendly house, but there is no trace of previous dogs! We did take our rescue pup, and he had a blast! The sunsets are spectacular. The hosts are extremely responsive and friendly. We hope to go back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2021
Amy, Thank you for the kind words. Becky and I l enjoy sharing our place with families like yours that appreciate the special beauty, and recognize what goes in to providing all that we do. We loved the sunset pics you sent! Looking forward to your return! John

About the host

Hosted by John Brooks

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John and Becky Brooks live in Blythewood SC and spend as much time as possible at this Lake Murray paradise. We personally manage and care for the property and look forward to continually upgrading it for our guests and for ourselves.

We are both in residential real estate sales and property management in the Greater Columbia area.

Why they chose this property

This has been a vacation home for the Brooks family since 1988. We have enjoyed it and hosted friends here for the past 28 years and now for the first time have decided to offer it for vacation rental to share with other families.

What makes this property unique

Deep water with big views yet protected enough to safely swim and keep boats at the dock.

Convenient location to Columbia. Nice surroundings with 11 homes on a private island with causeway. Huge Oak trees provide shade on the lake side and there is plenty of sunny manicured lawn area as well.

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