For Beach Connoisseurs: Classic Beachfront Cottage!

Isle of Palms, South Carolina
$749 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Our classic (newly renovated - please see pics) beachfront cottage features a private path to the beach and a private dune deck right at the beach and is a block away from any public walks so the beach seems a little more private. My grandmother convinced my father to buy the house in 1964 from an old girlfriend who was trying to raise money to get her manuscripts published. The ex She wrote the NY Times bestseller Charleston and went on to be selected by Margaret Mitchell's heirs to writethe sequel to Gone With the Wind! We have pictures of the house and beach at different periods of our family's involvement. Everyone who enters breathes a sigh of relaxation because of the beautiful views and open layout that invites the constant breeze and sea air. We have retained all of the charming and necessary features for full beach enjoyment such as a large screened-in porch looking out over the ocean and the Charleston shipping channel with a comfortable sofa and chairs, a porch dining table with six chairs and room for more, and a hard to resist hammock. In addition, we have provided modern amenities such as Keurig coffee/cocoa/tea maker, wireless internet, Dish Satellite and Flat screen TVs. There is an additional television with DVD player in the downstairs teen hangout room. Of course there is central heating and air if there is not enough sea breeze to open up the two sets of new French doors and keep the house cool.

Our favorite spots are the Pawley's Island Hammock on the full-house, screened-in porch (which we call the front) facing the beach, the lounge chairs on the deck that face the beach, and the dune deck that allows you to perch above the rest of the beach goers and watch the surfers and ships. The full kitchen with new gas stove and powerful hood, and dining room make it so you never have to leave this great spot to eat. However, there are fabulous restaurants on the Isle of Palms and Sullivans Island in addition to the many in Charleston. It is a five-minute drive to Target and Towne Center, where there are boutiques, a movie theater, a Lowes, and a department store. There are dozens of highly rated golf courses within a 20-mile radius. All of the bedrooms have ceiling fans, blinds, functioning windows and screens to allow for the refreshing sea breeze. The HVAC system is new. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed, charming tile bathroom with shower, two closets, and TV (w/ Roku). The other two bedrooms on the main floor, twin and queen, have built-in dressers and full closets, and share a newly-renovated bathroom with shower and tub and brand new dual sinks and vanities and a back-lit 48 in. frameless fashion mirror. The first floor bedroom has twin beds, its own bathroom, and two showers adjacent to it. Downstairs is another den with TV and a futon/bunk bed perfect hang out for teens!

Keywords: beach front, house, cottage, private, family, renovated, dune deck

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2375 Sq Ft (221 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio Walkway To Water
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Ceiling Fan Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near Outlet Shopping Near The Ocean
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • CC S.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2026

    Stayed Apr 1, 2026

    We enjoyed our time at the cottage! Clean with beautiful views! We will definately be staying again. The host was great.

  • Lisa B.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2026

    Stayed Mar 24, 2026

    I cannot say enough about this wonderful house and the hosts! The house and location were ideal. The house and the atmosphere provided the perfect stay for me, my daughter and her bridesmaids. The sunrises were beautiful . I / we lived everything about our stay here. We definitely will becoming back! Thank you again to the wonderful host!

  • Ruston E.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Great stay!!

  • Lee H.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Very convenient and the walk to the beach was great.

  • Carrie M.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    We stayed here for our daughter’s graduation weekend. There was plenty of room to spread out. The covered porch was perfect to enjoy the view on the rainy days and we loved the easy beach access. We found everything we could need in the kitchen, plenty of beach chairs and a cooler! We would absolutely stay here again!

  • Tony T.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    The cottage does have a great location on the beach. The views and beach access are just as described in the property description. The upstairs bedrooms are clean and the upstairs bathroom has been updated and is nice. The kitchen is okay. However, the furniture in the house is dated, worn, and not comfortable both in the living room & on the screened porch. The AC works well but there is a lot of condensation coming out of the vents which created water droplets dripping down and some mold areas on the outside of the vents. The dining room had patches of mold on the walls, dusty old lampshades & furniture and we avoided that room completely. The downstairs rooms had dehumidifiers present but there was a strong smell of mold/mildew throughout this area and the TV did not work. The screened in porch has a nice view, with the hammock and fans but it does have some rips in the screens. We noticed some insects entering through these holes. The private beach access was nice but the boardwalks to the beach, had several nail heads sticking up and a lot of weak/cracked boards. We did not see a firepit. The patio decking was very worn and rough.

  • Marnie P.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    We had an AMAZING beach week at the spacious property. Plenty of room for friends and family to spend time together and everything you need to enjoy it. The screened in porch is absolutely fabulous and being able to walk back and forth to the beach so easily throughout the day was a dream! The owners seem to make small upgrades as needed and are very responsive. One suggestion we have is a couple of upgraded mattresses, but for the price and being right on front beach, no complaints from us! We’d love to stay there again.

  • Melanie G.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Unconventional layout but perfect for our 2 families to share. Great location with plenty of space both indoors and outdoors and the house had everything we needed for the week.

  • Maryellen K.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Relaxing, comfortable, wonderful beach access

  • Pete E.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    Our family had a wonderful time at this 'classic' beach house. The location is simply perfect, offering fantastic beach access right from the property. We spent countless hours on the screened porch, which was a real highlight and a great extension of the living space, complete with a lovely hammock.This cottage truly embraces its vintage roots, with a charming 60s/70s feel throughout the furniture, kitchen, and bedrooms. It's important to know that this isn't a modern luxury rental, but if that 'old-school' vibe is what you're looking for, you'll find immense charm here. The beach directly in front of the house is wonderfully uncrowded, making for very peaceful days. Plus, excellent restaurants are just an easy walk away via the beach or sidewalks. We rented bikes for the week but really didn't need them given how close everything is.While the deck and wooden beach walkway could use some attention, they certainly served their purpose. Overall, this home offers great value for the unique experience it provides. Just set your expectations for a charming, authentic beach cottage rather than contemporary furnishings, and you'll have a fantastic stay.

  • Stan M.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    8 adults celebrating my daughter in laws college graduation.

  • Carter L.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    The property was better than expected. Great location and the host was easy to deal with. Planning on going back in the near future

  • Kelly S.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    If you are looking for a great beach house with an unbeatable location, this is it. This property is the epitome of what a beach house should be. If you are looking for a newer luxurious beach mansion, this is not it. However, if you are looking to experience beach life as it's meant to be... this is perfection. Our group, which mainly consisted of teens just loved the feeling of slowing down. Everyone put their phones down, enjoyed the beach, the beautiful yard and the best memories were made playing board games at the dining room table! The home had everything you need to entertain, there is a grocery store 2 minutes away, enough beach gear for a big group and ample sleeping accommodations for everyone. The screened in porch was the highlight, sitting outside at night and listening to the ocean waves was like having a sound machine but the ocean sounds were real! Our entire group just kept saying, this house has great vibes - in teen speak, that is a huge compliment. :-) Is this house for everyone? Probably not. BUT if you are looking to step back in time and enjoy what a traditional oceanfront cottage has to offer, I can't recommend this property enough. My daughters keep thinking of reasons we need to go back for another stay. I can't say I blame them! We all loved it!

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