[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/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/79780e72.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) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/1adf03ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107770000/107763600/107763587/d230f95a.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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West Ashley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 81 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=83651163&PinnedHotelID=83651163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Please do not throw cigarette butts in the yard! ## 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in Charleston, this vacation home is near the beach. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park. Traveling with kids? Make time for South Carolina Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water skiing and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Charleston travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Charleston.dx179997) [View more Vacation homes in Charleston](https://www.expedia.ca/Charleston-Private-Vacation-Homes.d179997-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive - ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬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 Oct 3, 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 Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $214.48, 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. Ask a question ## Charming family-friendly casita 5 min to downtown, 15 min to beach Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celia K. Apr 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation spot! My friends and I had such a fun stay at this place, it was a cute place in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood! The place was very clean and had all the essentials! Great location too, loved being close to downtown, about a 5 minute drive! So thankful we found this place :) ##### Celia K. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dee G. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adorable home close with fast access to downtown! Quiet area but still super fast to get downtown, super clean and cozy. We had 5 people that easily spaced out amongst the 3 bedrooms. Jessica was wonderful with instructions and communication! Highly recommend. ##### Dee G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa W. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great VRBO! This duplex was great! Quiet neighborhood with good proximity to all the places you might want to go without being in a busy, more urban area. Accurate description, down to the tiny frogs. Great communication and quick resolve of a small issue upon check in. Thanks! ##### Teresa W. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth G. Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gigi and Gramps camp Grand daughter wanted to visit College of Charleston, check out Folly Beach, and do the outer Banks boat tour. Perfect location for all of those activities. Loved the house. Enjoyed the screened in porch. Appreciated the lightly stocked kitchen with a few basics, the Brita filter, extras in the bathroom, and phone chargers. Very thoughtful add ons. Decor was very fun. Great art work and fun books! Also enjoyed the next door dog! Thanks for a great stay! ##### Beth G. 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