Title: Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach Family-friendly vacation home in Charleston with a water park ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/4868e420.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/d230f95a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/fd478437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/79780e72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/1adf03ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location This vibrant 1970's bungalow in Charleston is nestled on a quiet street, just minutes from downtown and Folly Beach. Enjoy the comforts of home with a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with tub, screen porch, fenced-in backyard for kids and pets to play safely. The property also features private driveway parking for 3 cars plus additional street parking. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach Arguably the most convenient location in Charleston! This vibrant 1970’s bungalow is just 5 minutes from downtown and 8 miles from Folly Beach. Walking distance to a shopping center with grocery store, restaurants, bars, coffee shop, gas station, and bank! The home offers 2 queen bedrooms and a room with a twin XL over queen bunk bed, great for kids and comfortable for adults, so everyone has a cozy spot. The fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with tub, and screen porch provide all the comforts of home + local artwork, noteworthy books, and eclectic trinkets from around the world. The fenced-in backyard is perfect for kids to play safely. The convenience of this location can’t be beat: 2 miles to MUSC, 2.8 miles to King Street shopping, and 8 miles to Folly Beach, 1.3 miles to local music venue, the Charleston Pour House, 6 miles to Johns Island. The house is located on a quiet street, local traffic only. Tons of tiny frogs in the yard. Catching them makes for great entertainment for kids (and adults!) Note: This home is a duplex, my mother lives next door with her friendly blue heeler named Blue —he loves kids and might ask to join in the fun, though the yards are securely separated. Amenities: \- Parking: Private driveway for 3 cars (or a boat!), plus additional street parking. \- Entertainment: Cornhole, family board games, kid games, toy basket, pack'n play with crib sheet, and an extra TV in the bunk room for movie nights. \- Outdoor: Fenced-in backyard for kids and pets, and a relaxing screen porch. \- Work & Connectivity: Fast WiFi and a desk in the front bedroom, perfect for a work-cation. \- Kitchen: Fully equipped with all the essentials for cooking at home. \- Laundry: Washer and dryer available for your convenience. \- Bonus: Discounted spa services next door with a professional massage therapist. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Please do not throw cigarette butts in the yard! ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Recycling - Reusable cups ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115590000/115585300/115585235/ae15a714.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bring your dog & boat! 🐾🌊 Close to downtown! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.75451%2C-79.96563&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Y0tf0Klt8KlQ1DF35kqHPOoAGBw=) Charleston, SC #### What's nearby - Medical University of South Carolina - 5 min drive - 5.6 km - College of Charleston - 6 min drive - 5.9 km - Charleston City Market - 7 min drive - 7.2 km - Waterfront Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 km - Port of Charleston - 7 min drive - 7.5 km #### Getting around - Charleston Station - 21 min drive - Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min walk - ‪Barberitos - ‬20 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach? > As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach on Nov 11, 2025 start from CA $124.38, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Charleston-Hotels-Charming-Family-Friendly-Casita-5-Min-To-Downtown.h107763587.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach located? > This family-friendly Charleston vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of James Island County Park, West Ashley Greenway and Charleston Municipal Golf Course. South Carolina Aquarium and Charleston Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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