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Welcome to 'Driftwood' at The Dune Cottages, a private New Southern Cottage in the heart of downtown Charleston. This charming retreat features calming cypress wood interiors, modern clean design, and comfortable bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. With all of downtown's best right at your doorstep, unwind in the cottage or explore trendy eateries and boutiques just a few blocks away on King Street.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage

Summary:

'Driftwood' at The Dune Cottages is a New Southern Cottage in downtown Charleston. Only a few blocks to famed King St. Enjoy this private cottage & charming gardens, with the city at your doorstep.



The Space:

Private cottage, with open kitchen & living spa fully appointed for your vacation. Calming cypress wood interiors and modern clean design offer an oasis in the heart of historic downtown Charleston. Comfortable bedrooms, equipped with hotel style linens & product, and en suite bathrooms. 2 level private cottage. Enjoy your stay with ease, with all of downtown's best right at your doorstep.



'Driftwood' at the Dune cottages accommodates up to 9 guests between 3 bedrooms & 3 baths.



Flex Bedroom #1 – King bed (or two twins) & Twin bed + Ensuite bathroom

Bedroom #2 – Queen bed + Ensuite bathroom

Bedroom #3 – Queen bed + Ensuite bathroom

Living Room – Queen-sized luxury memory foam sleeper sofa



*All ‘Flex’ rooms can be converted from King beds to two twins when requested*



Permit # OP2025-06736



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Guest Access:

Each Town & Island Co. unit is equipped with coded locks and unique codes that are changed regularly. You will receive all important check-in information 3 days prior to arrival.

Early check-in or late check-out requests are evaluated and granted on a case-by-case basis. We offer a luggage storage space with a coded lock to the rear of the blue building at the front of the property (56 A & B) for all Blue Haven and Dune Cottages guests to use as needed.



The Neighborhood:

Cannonborough Elliotborough is a charming, hip neighborhood, dotted with indie boutiques, vintage stores, trendy eateries & bakeries. Residents, students, & vacationers enjoy a walkable lifestyle, just a few blocks from bustling Upper King Street.



Getting Around:

Located in the heart of the downtown peninsula, with a neighborhood location Rated a 97/100 walkability score. Explore Charleston with ease.



Too hot or too far to walk? Not a problem, Charleston offers a variety of transportation options such as a free downtown shuttle, pedicab, or ride share companies.



Other Things to Note:

Pet Policy: Town & Island Co. welcomes pets. There is a $75 non refundable pet fee. 2 pets maximum. You are responsible to inform us you are traveling with your pet(s).



Severe Weather Policy: If a Mandatory Evacuation Order is issued by the Governor of SC, your stay will be refunded. However, if a Mandatory Evacuation Order is NOT issued by the Governor of SC, then the standard cancellation policy will still apply and no refund will be issued.



More Information: Want to know more about making the most of your vacation? Property managers are on call to answer questions guests have leading up to their trip. Whether you want to know more about the neighborhood or property, Town & Island Co.’s managers will happily help enhance your vacation.



Interaction with Guests:

Full time property managers Marielena and/or Zack available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We are pleased to be hosting you for your Charleston getaway and hope you have a fantastic time during your stay but want to make sure you do so re...

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property accepts cash
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the area

Located in Charleston, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Front Beach, while South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center or Credit One Stadium. Visit our Charleston travel guide
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston which includes heritage architecture and street scenes
    College of Charleston
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Charleston_MedicalUniversityofSouthCarolina_6162782_04
    Medical University of South Carolina
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Loved this alley near the Charleston Music Hall.
    Charleston Music Hall
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cityscape of Marion Square in the historic downtown diistrict in Charleston, South Carolina
    Marion Square
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Music Farm
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station
    10 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Uptown Social
    5 min walk
  • babas on cannon
    4 min walk
  • Pink Bellies
    6 min walk
  • Felix Cocktails et Cuisine
    5 min walk
  • Malagon
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Upper King Design District, Medical University of South Carolina and College of Charleston. Music Farm and Charleston Visitor Center are also within 15 minutes.

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‘Driftwood’ - Downtown Private Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Well mantained
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of five had a wonderful time on our girls trip! The house was just right for us, super comfortable, and had absolutely everything we needed. The proximity to everything was perfect! We walked everywhere. Thanks for a super stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location located just a couple minute walk to King street, which made everything easy to get to. The whole experience dealing with the property management team was seamless as well - which will keep us booking with them in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to stay! This house came with everything we needed. Management is great at communicating and responds very quickly. An added bonus is access to a pool. Would 100% stay here again and recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Friends Weekend

We recently stayed here for a friends weekend and the accommodations were perfect! The property was clean, spacious, and exactly what was listed. Communication with the host was easy and very helpful! Highly recommend staying here for your visit to Charleston!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

school

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

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

perfect location

My friends and I loved this place. It was in a perfect location. Close to restaurants and downtown shopping. The house was spotless.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica z.

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

Great late April stay

This property was a clean, bright, well-appointed house in historic Charleston. Beds were comfy, the outdoor patio was peaceful and the jasmine smelled delicious! The hosts were very easy and prompt to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

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

Excellent overall

It was within walking distance to just about anything you can think of in Charleston. It was nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Smartmouthtees

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

Great Time

The home is beautiful and comfortable. There are 3 Adults with individual bathrooms (1 room downstairs, 2 rooms upstairs). Great location to downtown Charleston. I i would recommend this wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cam Y.

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

Awesome Location

The cottage was clean and the beds comfortable. There were 5 adults in our group and we all had our own space. We really enjoyed our stay. So close to King Street! We walked almost everywhere. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

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

Great location

The house is in a great location, an easy drive or walk to the main parts of downtown Charleston. Town and Island were very detailed with instructions and were very responsive. The house was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked for our basic needs. The island made a great place for the group to play games.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Beautiful place in a great location

Our family of five had a wonderful stay at this beautiful, clean, quiet place in a perfect location to explore Charleston. The entire process was very smooth with no issues and we couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Cleanliness, quality of furnishings, and private parking all contributed towards our enjoyment of this place. Situated in a great neighborhood spot and was very walkable to many of the highlights that Charleston has to offer. We would 100% recommend this place to anyone wishing to have a nice and comfortable place to explore Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean and newly renovated with a well stocked kitchen and comfortable rooms. It was fairly quiet however with some construction noise next door during daytime hours only. The flex room was spacious with space to unpack, however other rooms had only a single narrow closet with a hanging rack forcing us to live out of our suitcases. Parking in spots 6/7 was challenging to maneuver in and out, not much room to turn around. Location was good with a few restaurants and shops within walking distance. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. In walking distance to many attractions. Host very responsive to all questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location! Property is clean and comfortable. Perfect for our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice and comfortable. Pictures were as described. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this neighborhood and the cottage was back from the street to allow for quiet sleeping. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location- parking is tricky. Cozy and modern cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra C.

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

Amazing Stay

House was extremely clean and comfortable. Access to downtown was amazing. We will be back in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chianti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and wonderful location. It was very clean and pictures do not disappoint. The weather was not great but that was only mother natures control. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Great parking! Very very clean upon arrival. Check in was easy! I would highly recommend this unit!! We parked the car and ubered everywhere which was very reasonably price. And us 4 older women felt very secure and safe!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great. Just as described and what the photos show.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Great location, clean, great modern space!

Charleston is fabulous, but it's even better when you stay in the perfect place! This is it! Worth the $$$
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

Great weekend in Charleston

Stayed here with two buddies for a long-weekend reunion, and the house was great: 3 clean bedrooms each with own bathroom, set back from street for a quiet stay. Living room and kitchen area was perfect for 3 of us (might have been a bit tight for more). The location was the star of the show: just a couple blocks off of King Street, we walked everywhere we wanted to go the whole weekend. Thanks for making our trip excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023