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Sunny Island House Near Downtown & Beach

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a stove, and a microwave.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a dining area with chairs.
A room with a bed, a desk, and a sofa.
A window with a showerhead and hose, a small shelf, and a window handle.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a long pier extending into the water, surrounded by buildings and a beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, James Island Arts and Cultural Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of James Island County Park, this vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Battery Number 5 Marker. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • James Island Arts and Cultural Center - 1 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • College of Charleston - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 21 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fam's Brewing Co. featuring Famulari's Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ti-Ney Bangkok Folly - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sunny Island House Near Downtown & Beach

Summary:

Renovated in Dec ‘21, this quiet and peaceful house with a massive yard and palapa is great for families and friends wanting to experience both Charleston's great Downtown area and beachfront — it's perfectly situated right between the two.



The Space:

Sunny, spacious, exceptionally-located James Island house with great outdoor living space and boutique amenities. The house is a few minutes from Downtown and less than 10 minutes from Folly Beach, with all the amenities of high-end boutique hotels but with much more space. Newly renovated bathrooms, TWO living rooms with large flatscreen TVs and a Sonos wireless soundsystem all contribute to a luxury experience, perfect for small groups and families— plus, an outdoor shower!



For guest convenience we provide coffee, sugar, bath and beach towels, bed linens, paper towels, toilet paper, and soaps.



Professionally managed by Stay Lowcountry, a local Charleston-based team.



Guest Access:

Guests have access to the entire home, Spacious backyard with great outdoor living space, and off street parking for 4-5 vehicles.



The Neighborhood:

The house is in a quiet, centrally located James Island neighborhood. 10 minutes from Downtown and 10 minute to Folly Beach. James Island County Park, restaurants, bars, shopping, banking, and convenience stores are all within a short 2-3 minute drive. The perfect location for visiting Charleston.



Getting Around:

Uber and Lyft are plentiful and affordable. There are also local yellow cabs, limo services, and a public transit.



Other Things to Note:

Streaming services available with guests’ own account(s).



There are cameras located at the exterior entrance.



Owner/Host is SC licensed Realtor



Interaction with Guests:

The host is available for any issues or questions you may have during your stay. You will receive a digital guidebook link with info about the area, restaurant recommendations, and activities.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

-Any refunds for cancelations will be less the credit card processing fees.
-Guest must follow all house rules outlined on the platform, in rental agreement and digital guidebook/app

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Not child proofed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Charleston, close to Waterfront Park, Charleston City Market, and South Carolina Aquarium. You'll also find James Island County Park and Sunrise Park Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hip Island House — Newly Renovated!?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Hip Island House — Newly Renovated!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Hip Island House — Newly Renovated! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Hip Island House — Newly Renovated! have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), which is 15.7 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hip Island House — Newly Renovated!?

Yes, every house at Hip Island House — Newly Renovated! comes with a balcony.

Sunny Island House Near Downtown & Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maddie B.

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

Wonderful stay!!

Great location but outside of the hustle and bustle! Hosts were great communicators. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and lovely home. We enjoyed the board games and vinyls after a long day out.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne C.

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

Cute House, Great Location

Nice digs, layed-back, relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donovan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice getaway

Great few days on James island!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaelyn E.

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

Spring Break

This was the perfect house for our short trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hip Island House was the perfect place for our girls’ weekend trip! It’s only 15 minutes from the main spots in Charleston with easy access to shopping and food options. The house was well-appointed and had everything we needed. Would definitely consider staying here again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

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

Perfect Location

Will definitely stay at this home again if it is available! Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cherie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great house

This house is very spacious with large rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

graham b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Hidden Gem

Fantastic host communication and very comfortable property. Quiet neighborhood close to the beach, would love to come back in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katie d.

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

Cozy island home

We enjoyed this place so much as a family of four. Our family felt at home right away and it was perfectly located to stores, restaurants, shopping, and Folly beach. The Florida room was our favorite room for relaxing together. The property owners were great with communicating as well. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Amazing trip!

We had an incredible stay at the house. It was equipped with all of the kitchen supplies/towels we needed and it was very clean. David was very nice and checked in frequently to make sure we were enjoying our stay. I would definitely recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

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

Great Host

The property was just as listed and very clean. The communication was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stephen e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house to end our two week tour of the southeast. Perfectly situated 12 minutes from the historic downtown and Folly beach, it allowed us to see and enjoy all the area has to offer. The house was clean & comfy and the kitchen very well equipped. As a person who likes to cook, I find most short term rentals to be lacking in kitchenware, making it difficult to cook for a family - that is not the case here, the owners even provide coffee! I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Charlestown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell T.

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

Outstanding property in the heart of Old St Augustine

This property was the nicest Vacation Rental we have stayed in. Amenities were top notch, it was like staying at a high end model home. Beautiful, spacious rooms, couldn't have asked for a better location, all St Augustine attractions and restaurants were an easy walk. We have referred this property to several close friends and hope to stay there in the future. We gave this our highest rating!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Wedding

Great communication with owners, good space within the house, conveniently located
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

Great time

Host was very available and friendly when we had questions. Had plenty of room for us to chill out and sleep. Very clean and it was ready for us when we walked in. The neighborhood was quiet and seemed pretty nice. Overall I have no complaints it was the perfect place to stay and we really enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

South Carolina Love!

This was a perfect place to stay! The property was clean and safe and the hosts pay attention to the little details that made our stay feel like home. They are very responsive to questions and provide an option to see what’s happening in the area while you are there. Don’t pass this one up!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

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

Bachelorette Trip

The place was very nice, clean and right where we wanted to be in Charleston. The only thing I would suggest is more mirrors around the place, we struggled all getting ready with a very small amount of mirrors. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esther W.

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

Fantastic Accommodations!

I traveled to Charleston for a quick waterski trip. The house was absolutely perfect and in a great location. It was so clean, comfortable, quiet, and cozy. It was the perfect size for my mother and I and everything we needed was provided. We loved the back TV area as we watched Netflix in the evenings. Great accommodations and great communication with David, an amazing host! I would stay here again if the dates are available for my next trip. Thank you David for providing a fantastic home for a wonderful trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chip C.

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

Charleston quiet

The Ms. and I enjoy quick trips to the Charleston area. Wanted to experience it from a local's point of view. This place sits in a quiet neighborhood not far from Folly beach. It has easy access to downtown. We love the clean, simple & functional set up. We especially loved the cool backyard grill, lighting & music. Great family room. Nice bedrooms. So, whether your a couple of couples or a family, hughly recommend this stay. We'll be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darlene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay so much. Clean & comfortable, met all of our needs & convenient to everything. Rooms are spacious but closet space is limited. Beds & couches are comfortable Bathrooms are small but stylish & clean. Kitchen is very nice & equipped with everything you need. Yard is nice size for children to play & fenced. Grandchildren enjoyed cornhole & playing games provided. Books for your reading pleasure as well. Hammock to relax on while children play. Owners very nice & made themselves available if needed. Thankfully we didn't need anything. Will stay again if traveling with family & friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

Family Get Together

We enjoyed our stay! The back porch with comfy couch and TV was a great hangout for our teens. The backyard was wonderful, but unfortunately extreme heat and other weather conditions prevented us from utilizing it. It truly is a great space and would be such fun to barbecue and hang out in. David and Deidra made sure we knew we could reach out to them if we needed anything, Our travel departure time was awkward in relation to the check out time and I greatly appreciated a last minute accommodation that they made per my request that really helped us out. It's a relaxed type of space that we enjoyed and fit our needs well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Perfect for family or group of friends.

The house was great for our family. It was well stocked and very kid friendly with a pack n play and a highchair at the house. The perfect amount of charm without too many knick knacks for the kids to get into. The bed blankets were a little thin, so you may want to bring your own if you or your kids like more of a comforter style bedspread. The kitchen was well stocked as well and appliances were nice. The only negative was that they were out of laundry detergent. It looks like the bottle may have just been finished by the previous renters. We would definitely stay there again on our next trip to Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn T.

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

Lots of room to spread out

Very shady house with lovely backyard. Plenty of bedrooms and living room and family room to spread out. Kitchen was adequate and dining area. There is a crack in the window of the master bedroom on inside pane. It was there when we checked in. Bathrooms were stellar! Laundry area and iron were appreciated. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021