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Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool

Villa with kitchen, 5-minute walk to College of Charleston

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Pool
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, offices
Outdoor dining
TV, offices
Step into this unique, light-filled villa in Downtown Charleston's Cannonborough Elliotborough neighborhood. Enjoy the unmatched view of the lush courtyard through beautiful French doors and relax in a serene space with a heated pool. With a kitchenette, comfortable king-size bed, and state-of-the-art Dyson hair dryer, you'll feel at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$976
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

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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.

Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool

Summary:
This unique inviting light filled space boasts beautiful french doors throughout with an unmatched view into the lush courtyard. Plus 1 off-street parking spot!

Please note this unit is handicap inaccessible.
Courtyard & Heated Pool are shared.

The Space:
This rental is a two story villa and an incredibly serene and relaxing space.

On the first floor there is a small kitchenette, large living area with pull out sofa, and half bath. The kitchenette includes a full size fridge, toaster oven, microwave, pots & pans, dinnerware, basic cooks tools, and a stove top with two burners. There is no traditional oven or dishwasher. There is a dining table for two but no formal dining area.

Sleep comfortably in the king size bed upstairs and enjoy the peaceful natural light that beams through the windows surrounding the entire second floor.

VRBO is a re-seller, not our website. We list openings not already booked on here and other booking portals that re-sell available nights at a higher rate to cover surcharges & booking fees. With VRBO: You get an easy to use mobile platform and a quality assurance guarantee.

Guest Access:
Entire rental to yourself. The courtyard and heated pool are shared.

The Neighborhood:
The property is located in the Cannonborough Elliotborough neighborhood of Downtown Charleston, which is considered the most upcoming area on the peninsula. The neighborhood is perfect for a couple or a group who is looking to fully embrace Charleston's unique charm. Step right outside your door and find a wonderfully curated mix of shops, bars, bakeries, and dining. We recommend grabbing a coffee at Brown's Court Bakery before exploring King Street, Charleston's ultimate epicenter of shops and

Getting Around:
Charleston is a walking city! Uber is widely available. If guests do have a car, we provide ONE (1) off-street parking space. We suggest to bring an economy size vehicle to help with getting around Charleston's narrow downtown streets. If you find the parking space too tight, please use the nearest parking garage.

Other Things to Note:
• Please note our strict cancellation policy
• Wifi and Roku streaming device available (no standard cable)
• Please be considerate of our surrounding neighbors and keep noise to a minimum after 10 PM.
• 1 off-street parking space provided at no additional cost.
• No Smoking
• No Pets Allowed.
• City of Charleston Operation Permit #OP2023-03447

Interaction with Guests:
We are onsite and just a phone call away!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

•Noise is to be kept to a minimum after 10 PM. If this rule is violated guests will be immediately ejected. •Our check-in time (4 PM) and check-ou...

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of Charleston - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 13 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Babas on Cannon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Darling Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$976.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Upper King Design District and College of Charleston. Port of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Serene Cottage with Beautiful Garden & Heated Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 168 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Wonderful!

Simply wonderful! Will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great stay!

Absolutely perfect spot in the center of the action! Secluded courtyard area and plenty of light throughout the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittni V.

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

Cozy and beautiful

My husband and I stayed here for four nights. What a great getaway to Charleston! This house was perfect for the two of us. It was very quiet at night, and we loved the courtyard. We took a dip in the pool multiple times. The location of this property is close to lots of shopping and restaurants. The property had everything we could need, and it felt as if some thought was put into what went into the property (amenities and toiletries). We loved our stay here!
Entrance
Living space
Courtyard with multiple fountains and a koi pond!
Pool with floats
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Short stay

Great location and very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

location,location

charleston was a steambath.location is so good you can still walk to every thing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great Place

We loved this little cottage. It was close enough to walk almost everywhere! We will definitely stay here again when we return to Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ebony H.

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

Cute Little Poolhouse

This is on the top my favorite places in downtown Charleston!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

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

Charleston Visit

Very fun place to stay while in Charleston. Close to the action on King Street and yet a very quiet place to come back to after a busy day. A unique place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Excellent place!

Clean and awesome, definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne h.

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

adorable!!!

Wonderful place, clean, private, great location. Truly adorable!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Koi Pond Cottage

My husband and I had a beautiful honeymoon stay at this property! It was serene, beautiful, and in close proximity to everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica K., Eagan, MN

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

Weekend Getaway

We loved the pool house for our stay. We basically needed a place to sleep at the end of a long day and it was so charming and comfortable. We were one block off of King St and were able to walk everywhere. The backyard is gorgeous and a great place to enjoy your morning coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne W., Manakin, Virginia

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

Perfect

The Pool House was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Charming hideaway

Beautiful job remodeling - nice mix of modern and traditional while still retaining character. Very comfortable bed and quiet, tranquil setting,
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe L., Franklin, TN

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

We had a very nice time at Serene Cottage.

We really appreciate how easy it was to communicate with the management and how accurate the description was on VRBO. We spent 3 nights, including Thanksgiving, at this very nice place, and were able to walk to a number of places in Charleston. Thank you for your hospitality, and wine, and we would absolutely stay at the Serene Cottage on a return to Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

Tiny hidden gem

This was a little gem you would never know existed. Perfectly appointed and grounds are beautiful. We had our own little oasis and couldn’t have been more perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Amazing location and property!

Could not have asked for a better place to stay with my girls. The coy pond was an amazing sight in the morning. The house glows with the amount of sunlight pouring in. Property was clean, and centrally located to downtown. Looking forward to our next trip back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fenyd G.

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

Wonderful Cottage

Spacious cottage for a family of 4. The pool was amazing. Loved the attention to detail on everything from the makeup removal wipes to the nice bottle of wine. The cottage was extremely clean and inviting. At night, we could hear the relaxing water fountain. Overall, a truly relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana B., New Milford, Connecticut

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

Perfectly located to explore the city of Charleston

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Even though it’s in the center of the city, it was completely private and cozy once inside the courtyard. The place itself was clean and beautiful. A lovely bottle of red wine was left to welcome us. When up in the loft bedroom, the treetops can be seen through the windows which added to the feeling of tranquility. We would highly recommend this place and look forward to staying here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Debbie O.

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

Central to Charleston Downtown

Very nice- inside and out...upstairs bedroom- super comfortable bed- bed space/ bath. Downstairs is a little worn - sofa/ rug especially. Small kitchen needs some counter or just a regular toaster not a toaster oven. I agree that the blinds need to be more private. Water features and Koi pond are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Drew Z.

LOVE

We spent 6 nights at this rental and loved it. The pool is an absolute dream to have after a day of trekking around in the heat - and is a rare amenity in rentals in this area. It is located through a gate, at the end of the most adorable, colorful alleyway, with old cobblestones and rainbow stucco homes. The parking is not as tight as anticipated based on other reviews, and we think you could pretty easily get a small SUV in there if you needed to. After you park and enter through the gate, there is a lovely koi pond in front of the entry to the rental, with the swimming pool beyond the rental along the far wall. The rental itself is a converted coach house or similar, with two stories and tons of windows. The laundry is a huge perk, as were the kitchen and strong A/C. The only things that I might improve would be the shower toiletries - it wouldn't be insanely hard to source something a little more local or special (I forgot shampoo, so obviously looked at this right away) - and maybe de-clutter the space behind the house in case anyone wants to open the blinds up on that side. However, these are obviously not game changers. In the past, we have rented on the far east end of the peninsula, near the battery, which was a quiet, residential area. This is definitely in the middle of college town, but it is clearly an area that is in the midst of major revitalization, with lots of activity going on. We definitely felt safe walking around day and night. Both areas have their perks, but I think we would definitely choose to return to this rental in the future based on it being so close to everything (5 minutes to King Street and many amazing restaurants in all directions) and the swimming pool/courtyard area. Also, quick tip, there is a great coffee shop and bakery about a 1-minute walk west of the rental (take a left out of the alleyway), on St. Philip Street, called Brown's Court Bakery. Enjoy! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

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

CHS PERFECTION!

We have been visiting Charleston since 2017 & have stayed at the best hotels- this year we tried the pool house to mixed it up and are THRILLED WE DID! The pool house is a private dwelling down an enchanted alleyway. It is secluded and quiet as well as extremely clean and well decorated - also stocked with all you need. It is in an ideal location to walk to all CHS has to offer! The icing on the cake is the beautiful pool right out your front door. My husband and I spent the hot midday hours floating and lounging in the cool shade of the pristine water.We had the best time here and will certainly return! Working with the staff was a pleasure - many many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Dreamy Charleston Getaway!

Cottage that dreams are made of..... PERFECTION!Wish I could take the pool home as a souvenir!Charleston and Italy collide! LOVE!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney N.

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

Even better than the pics!

This property made our stay! It was the best of ALL worlds, and we will most definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

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

Great Couples Getaway

Very modern, clean with all the amenities you could ask for and a great location! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025