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‘Sand Swept’ - Downtown Private Cottage

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Experience the essence of downtown Charleston at 'Sandswept' at The Dune Cottages, a private New Southern Cottage with a charming front porch. This 3-bedroom haven features an open kitchen and living space, calming cypress wood interiors, and modern clean design. Lounge on your covered porch or explore nearby King St., just steps away.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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

‘Sand Swept’ - Downtown Private Cottage

Summary:
'Sandswept' 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 front porch, 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. Lounge on your covered porch and enjoy your stay with ease, with all of downtown's best right at your doorstep.

The Cottage 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 # 03185

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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:
Downtown Pool Club Access: Town & Island Co. offers access to The Wonderer, Charleston’s premier global-inspired lifestyle club with resort-style pool and amenities, like pool-side cabanas, onsite eateries, indoor gym and fitness studio. If using the Pool area, it is required that parties of 8+ rent a Cabana.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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

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

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 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
Onsite 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 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

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About the area

Located in Charleston, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park, while Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for South Carolina Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Charleston - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pink Bellies - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Malagon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Co-Op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Island Provisions - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ‘Sand Swept’ - Downtown Private Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

There is free parking nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ‘Sand Swept’ - Downtown Private Cottage located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Upper King Design District, Medical University of South Carolina, and College of Charleston. Port of Charleston is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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‘Sand Swept’ - Downtown Private Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 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. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Greta location and very new, clean house

Walking distance to most of what the old town area of Charleston has to offer. Quiet, beautiful neighborhood. Very nice to have ensuite bathrooms for each bedroom. Parking situation is tight but luckily we were the only car at the time. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

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

Christmas Vacation

Wonderful experience and walking distance to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

65th celebration

Great location and very well equipped and maintained property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia J.

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

Vacation

Lovely property, great layout and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Great location & property

Property is clean and located close to King Street and various restaurants. Charleston is a walkable town and we were happy with these accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Great way to explore Charleston!

This home is updated, clean and comfortable. The beds, bathrooms and kitchen were perfect for our needs for a long weekend. We walked everywhere, preferring to read historical date signs on homes, the environment, and finding our way by backroads. Touching the history and taking time as a family was the theme for the weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine M.

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

Absolutely Charming and EXCELLENT Location

Clean, charming and perfect for a quiet and private stay…. The bonus access to the pool and spa was outstanding! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

This is a lovely property very high end.

The house was extremely clean. Well appointed and centrally located to historic Charleston. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatjiana S.

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

A great few days in Charleston

We came for a quick visit to see our daughter, a CofC student
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy d.

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

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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna F.

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

Family visits

Such a pleasure to be in a wonderful residence versus a hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

melissa b.

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

Perfect location, clean and comfortable living space

It couldn’t have been better for a quick trip to Charleston with our adult kids and dog. The home was well-equipped, clean and so functional. I wouldn’t have changed a thing. Thank you for a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S., Eagan

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

Great property

This place was perfect for our family. Two adult couples and another adult single. Plenty of room, great amenities, kitchen was well appointed to cook meals. Really clean. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Great location and cute house!

We stayed for a girls trip and it was a great size and a great location. AC worked well and the house was nice and cool. Beds and pillows were super comfy and the decor of the house was nice and updated. Location is very walkable to King Street and felt very safe. Check in was easy and so was checkout- the cleaning people were promptly there 10 minutes before checkout. One small thing- more towels could be great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Perfect week

We loved our stay at Sandswept. The home was very conveniently located, felt safe, and was far enough away from downtown to be quiet at night. The home was spotless! The management was very friendly and helpful. We had the best time and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Amazing location & property

Safe, clean, quiet, pet friendly. What else could you ask for? Loved the location and took several walks downtown while we were there. So much space, appreciated the minimalistic decor with warmth and beauty coming from window treatments, furniture, and light fixtures. Lacked nothing we needed! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

Charming Charleston Cottage

House was spotless and well equipped. Host communication was excellent. It’s a cozy charming place with a cabin like ambiance. Neighborhood is a bit shabby in spots but very walkable to King Street. On site parking was great and property very neat. Overall a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

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

Wonderful stay!

We can’t stop talking about how impressed we are with the beauty and cleanliness of the home, how comfortable the stay was, and what a great location! It was a great launching pad for our family during a baseball tournament for one of our kiddos- close enough to the highway, but also walkable to so much of downtown. Property managers were very communicative, wifi was great for working remotely (and from the beautiful porch!), and there was plenty of room for us to spread out. En suite bathrooms for every bedroom were such a treat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Simply outstanding

This property is in a great location, but tucked away as well. Property as described for sure. Walk to shops and restaurants. Plenty of room for all of us. Air conditioner was outstanding as it was really hot during our stay. We also loved th front porch. It was just easy and so nice. I will say beds are all really comfortable. All of us remarked in that as it is not typical. So sleeping was great too. Can’t say enough good things! Would definitely stay there again. Do yourself a favor and book this!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jerica J.

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

Perfect Location/ Stellar Cleanliness

We had a wonderful stay at the property, pros being the cleaniless, location was great for walking to king street. We enjoyed Holey City Bagel across the street. For the cons, the parking is a bit of an obstacle. Very narrow area so be prepared. (We are also not accustomed to “city life and parking” so this might not be an issue for experienced visitors. When we arrived at the home, the oven was left on (possibly the cleaners accidentally turned on while cleaning?, We also brought our dog with us on this trip and the home binder had instructions on where to walk pets etc but was inaccurate, we walked around trying to locate the area but couldn’t find the preferred location, texted the property manager (as it was their preferred over calling) and never got a response, called and they promptly picked up and informed there was a typo in the binder and instructed us on where to go. We also sent a picture via text to the property manager that the ac unit filter was completely clogged and made the ac unit freeze up. My husband removed the filter and turned the ac unit off so it wouldn't freeze up, contacted the property manager and informed them but never heard anything back. It still needs a new filter as my husband left the old one on the front porch for them to inspect. We certainly didn’t want to be without ac on our summer trip. Overall, we loved the home and area as it was perfect location for us to enjoy dwtn but be centrally located to our son’s tournament.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deb B.

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

Girls Trip

Overall I would recommend this unit. Worked very well for 4 adult women. Kitchen, while small, was open and felt bigger than it was, and was very well stocked with everything we needed, and the dishes/utensils were very nice quality. Had an issue with the freezer, but hopefully that was resolved. Master bedroom was very large and nice. The other two bedrooms were on the small side but extremely comfortable. The bathrooms attached to the secondary guestrooms were pretty small, but serviceable. What did NOT work well are the very small bowl style sinks with the large faucet. Certainly you could get the job done, but not without splashing a lot of water all over! This is a Minor complaint in consideration of all that was good. The front patio was great for congregating, but the table and chairs don't fit the space well, hard to get around. Again, minor complaint. The floors are concrete which I don't mind, some of our group felt there should have been area rugs to warm it up. The highest compliment goes to the management company. They are extremely responsive, even when I had to contact them late in the evening. Location was good, would have loved to have been a bit closer to the south end of King, but we walked almost everywhere we went, and if we did get too tired by the end of the day we Ubered. Holey Bagels nearby is delicious and convenient. And there was a grocery nearby as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael i.

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

Great Stay in Charleston

Stayed for my daughters orientation at C of C. House was perfect for a group of 6. Location is excellent - College was walkable as is King St restaurants and shopping. House is very clean and nice. Parking lot is a little tough but off the street parking nonetheless. Would highly recommend and we will stay here again. Communication with the property managers is top notch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023