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Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage

Family-friendly vacation home in Charleston with a water park

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Just 5 miles from historic downtown Charleston and 6 miles to Folly Beach, Palm Key is a pet-friendly cottage that feels like home. With a full kitchen, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, fenced backyard with covered parking for up to four vehicles or boat trailer space. Relax in the evenings by the gas fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage

This is a pet friendly, cozy and comfortable cottage on James Island that is just 5 miles from historic and scenic downtown Charleston and only 6 miles to Folly Beach. Spend time in this wonderful city in a place that feels like home. The cottage includes full kitchen, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, fully fenced back yard, and covered parking w/ a beautiful concrete coating. Driveway will easily accommodate 4 vehicles or there is room to park a boat trailer should you decide to bring your own boat. We know your pets are a part of your family, they are welcome at Palm Key! There is a $85 per pet fee(max 3 pets).

This is an older home renovated to include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tankless water heater, crown moldings, and hardwood floors. The kitchen and dining room area is open to the living room as well. It has 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms and is filled with coastal charm. Smart TVs with Netflix and local channels are provided in the living room and both bedrooms. You can also log into other streaming services with your own account if you'd like.
The house is thoughtfully prepared for your arrival with flatware, knives, cookware, coffee maker (pot/ pod) & toaster all made by Cuisinart and were all purchased new exclusively for this vacation home. Tea, coffee, creamer, sugar are all provided as well as a waffle iron, towels, bed linens, hair dryer, iron, and ironing board. We recycle! You will find a blue recycle bin in the laundry room between the washer and dryer.

The value of this home is incredible and the location is amazing. If you would like to enjoy a day on the beach and a night on the town with a group of friends or family, then this is the house for you!! Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.

Full kitchen, laundry, living room, two bed rooms, full bath off of the hall and a half bath in the master, front yard and backyard that is full fenced with a privacy fence. There is a gas fire pit surrounded by 4 Adirondack chairs as well.

This is a duplex style cottage with an attached Mother-In-Law suite where we reside. While we live on the property, there are no shared spaces with us. The home is yours to enjoy privately, including full use of the backyard. If you would like to meet up with us or have us walk you through the property, just shoot us a message!

We highly recommend the purchase of a travel insurance policy due to the fact that our area is in a hurricane prone region of the country. As a reminder we are pet friendly!($85 per pet, max of 3)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $85 per pet fee for the stay

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cozy Coastal Cottage
Palm Key A Cozy Coastal
Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage Charleston
Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Stephen Washington Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • College of Charleston - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Port of Charleston - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 21 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Odyssey Bottle Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smoky Yolk Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garage 75 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paisano's Pizza Grill - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage located?

This family-friendly Charleston vacation home is located by the sea, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Battery Number 5 Marker, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sunrise Park Beach and Medical University of South Carolina. James Island County Park and West Ashley Greenway are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Palm Key - A Cozy Coastal Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

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

Palm Key girls trip

The location was perfect - close to the beach and downtown. We found some great local places to eat. The house was cozy and had everything we needed. All the beach items provided were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie G., Beaufort, USA

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

Very pleasant and convenient stay

Hosts were easy to communicate with on questions and made us feel very welcome. Clean and cozy stay and very convenient location to explore Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

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

Excellent stay!

We are local and needed extra space for family visiting. We were so impressed with the location -quick jaunt to downtown Charleston and Folly beach- and the cleanliness of the home. The owners were fantastic to communicate with, as well. Thanks for a great stay - we will definitely rent again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherwood B.

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

Pleasant stay

Pleasant experience
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

New Family Tradition

My family and I have now stayed here 3 times and we will continue to book this house every time we stay down in Charleston!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi H., Barnesville, GA

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

Lovely stay in Charleston

Stayed at this cottage while in Charleston for a conference. Such a lovely space - clean, well-stocked, close to Folly Beach and a short drive to downtown Charleston. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Great place to stay

Lee and Kim really go out of their way to make your stay great. From the thoughtful items provided to the care taken of the property we will be happy to recommend this to anyone looking to stay in James Island. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

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

A short step from history

This was our first visit to Charleston and we couldn't have been more pleased. A wonderful location to explore the city as well as the surrounding islands. Our hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

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

James Island - Palm Key

What a great neighborhood to walk your dogs. The backyard is a bonus for your dogs and yourself. The location is perfect to get around. The hostess is very helpful. Enjoy your stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Returning Guests

We are returning visitors. Communication was excellent. The hosts are a delight.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally U.

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

Adorable

The home is adorable. The owners really put a lot of thought into the special features. Location is great and we were really impressed with the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Constance T.

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

Charming and immaculate!

A friend & I decided to seek a place to relax and enjoy evenings away from downtown Charleston after long days of sightseeing and this home was perfect! Well stocked, very clean and organized, so we will be sure to stay again in the future! Safe, family oriented neighborhood with Harris Teeter & many restaurants nearby.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scarlet B.

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

Fun getaway

We enjoyed spending time at Palm Key! The home was well equipped and so convenient to Folly Beach, downtown, and Mt. Pleasant. Both Kim and Lee were available and provided great communication. The home was well stocked with lots of extras to make the stay feel like being at home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail O.

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

Delightful! ❤️❤️

We couldn’t have been any happier or more comfortable! We felt right at home as the property had all the amenities and we felt completely safe - great neighborhood. Location was drivable with easy access to and from wherever our daily destinations took us. Highly recommend and would return anytime without any thought of staying elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

vicki c.

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

Easy location!

We stayed at Palm Key in Feb 2023, we’ve been to Charleston many times but wanted to explore the James and John Island side. This was a perfect location for what we were looking for… super close to area amenities and about 15 minutes to downtown. There are two bedrooms but the space was great for the 2 of us, it might be a little tight for 4 people but the price was right and location good.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci H.

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

Palm Key has it ALL!

The first house I have stayed in that had everything you could possibly need - the beach chairs, the detergent, coffee, and more! I felt like I was home - and loved not having to buy olive oil or salt and pepper! Convenient, charming, and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary E.

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

Family visit

We stayed at Palm Key in order to be close to our children and grandchildren for a 16th birthday celebration. We found Palm Key perfect for the event as it was only 5 minutes from family. The house was very clean and quiet. It was very tastefully decorated with nice touches such as a welcoming sign, seasonal decor, and potted plants. All living spaces were comfortable. Lee and Kim were friendly and accommodating. We would stay at Palm Key again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaylynn S.

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

The cutest place to stay in Charleston!

We loved staying here! A friend and I were doing a road trip, as a quarantine break. This area is not directly on the water, but we visited both Sullivan’s Beach and Folly Beach, and they are a quick and easy drive. This home is well stocked with kitchen basics, towels, beach towels, beach chairs, and laundry! The couch was super comfy for a movie night, and the beds were the comfiest we encountered on our whole trip. Kim was a super responsive host and I’m confident they would have helped with anything we needed. We highly recommend a self guided walking tour of downtown Charleston, a meal at 167 Raw, and a visit to Sullivan’s beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was in the perfect location from everything we wanted to do! Nice and cozy. Perfect for my boyfriend, mom and I. We had everything we needed and the hosts made us feel so welcome. Very clean and organized as well. Perfect spot, looking forward to coming back to Charleston.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen K.

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

Small group stay

This house worked well for our Mom/daughter girls trip to Charleston. There were three of us so it was comfortable. I was looking for something less pricey than the downtown area. We rented a car as it was necessary to drive to the beach, Cypress Gardens, Boone plantation, and downtown Charleston. Had a nice stay and appreciated the updated and well-supplied kitchen for making a couple meals of our own.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika F.

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

Charming, Clean, Comfortable- Loved It!

My Husband, Mother and I and our Golden Retriever puppy all loved our too short of a stay (3 nights) at this lovely property. Beds were comfy, a fully stocked kitchen (they even had frosted beer mugs ready to go in the freezer) A pitcher of filtered water in the refrigerator. So many thoughtful speacial touches. Our puppy was so happy with the squeaky toys they had and food and water bowls- so nice. He loved them so much I need to find and buy them for him. I am conscientious of toxic harmful products and they even have the Meyers cleaning products that we use at home. Safer than many products on the market.The fenced in yard was perfect for our little guy, and for us. Very organized and doesn’t lack for anything. Just be forewarned, you will feel the need to organize all of your closets, drawers and shelves once you return home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Great place!

Close to everything you want to see in the Charleston area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert G.

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

Great stay

Charming, cozy property with all the kitchen amenities you would want. We are readers so lighting is important to us. This filled the bill. Would definitely stay here again. Loved the beachy decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

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

Relax and refresh

Palm Key was just the place we needed to relax and recharge after a long day of caring for family nearby. It's a cozy home that is very well appointed and quiet. Morning walks through the neighborhood to the marsh were a highlight. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Another great stay at Palm Key

Love this house and location. Will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024