Bright Dreamy Cottage-Walkable to Water & Downtown - Vacation rental home in Beaufort, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Feel the best of Beaufort in this beautiful, freshly constructed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. This is the ideal space to call home during your Beaufort vacation. You will adore both the front and back porches and beautiful indoor spaces, soaked in natural light. Only 4 blocks from the water and less than a mile to the Bay Street shopping and dining district and waterfront park, this is the ideal spot to get away and savor some sun, rest and relaxation.

Custom designed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom coastal bungalow with quintessential front and back porches with porch swings and designer finishes throughout. Only mins. from downtown Beaufort, Bay Street, and the historic waterfront park.

We offer a complimentary SC state park pass including entry to Huntington Beach. We also have beach essentials like chairs, a cooler, and umbrella! Our home is located on peaceful side road that is within walking distance to coffee stores, eateries, a Pilates studio, and downtown. Port Royal is the closest beach, but our favorite is Hunting Island which is about 20-30 mins. away depending on traffic. We are 45 mins. from Hilton Head and 1.5 hours from Charleston.

Main floor:
- Master bedroom with a king bed, sizable closet, and en suite bathroom with his and her vanity and enormous walk in shower
- Queen bedroom
- 3rd bedroom with a comfortable twin daybed and desk for working from home (if you must!) and additional trundle twin bed for an additional sleeping spot
- Living room with sectional couch and intelligent TV
- Generous, completely outfitted kitchen with all the essentials
- Dining table with seating for 4+
- Laundry room with washer & dryer

Outside:
- Front porch with porch swing
- Screened in back porch with seating and porch swing
- Entirely fenced in backyard for your kids and/or pup(s) to run around!
- Solo stove fire pit
- Weber charcoal grille
- Patio furnishings
- Driveway that can accommodate 2-3 cars

The living room opens onto the rear screened porch with a hanging daybed swing, the ideal setup for your morning coffee and/or evening beverages.

Crib (please bring your own sheets) and high chair are available if you're traveling with kids!

You have access to all parts of our home with the exception of one supply closet in the office.

We're happy to help with suggestions for places to go, but we will never be overbearing.

Our home is located on peaceful side road that is within walking distance to a Pilates studio, coffee stores, eateries and downtown. Port Royal is the closest beach, but our favorite is Hunting Island Beach which is about 20-30 mins. away depending on traffic. We are 45 mins. from Hilton Head and 1.5 hours from Charleston.

We do offer a military/military families discount - send us a message when inquiring about your dates!

Taxi service and Ubers are available, but having a personal car is recommended if you wish to see all the attractions that the area has to offer!

We are dog friendly and require a non-returnable $125 dog fee, per dog (2 dogs, max). This does not cover any damage or waste pickup and all dogs must be home trained. If you are bringing your pup along, we must know at the time of booking and prior to your arrival. Please note that we do not allow cats due to guest allergies.

Please remember this is our home so treat it like you would a friend's home and we will do our best to make you feel like you're a friend staying with us!

Our home is located close to downtown in an up and coming area. Our neighbors are incredible and welcoming, and we of course ask that you treat them with the utmost respect. We are on a peaceful road off of main Bay St.

We have installed exterior only security cameras for the safety of both guest and property. These cameras are actively recording both audio and video outside all entrances and side doors. Any tampering with cameras, including, but not limited to covering and otherwise disabling of these cameras are grounds for early termination of reservation with no refunds whatsoever.

Please note that any refunds made in accordance with our cancellation policy will be less any credit card costs.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Historic District, a neighborhood in Beaufort. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Port Royal Skateboard Park, while USCB Center for the Arts and Beaufort Museum are cultural highlights.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

How to get the best Beaufort, SC vacation property experience:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in Beaufort. Reserve your vacation in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Beaufort, SC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many rental management companies supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guides which often include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Finding the perfect vacation home:

• Start by selecting potential vacation weeks and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Bright Dreamy Cottage-Walkable to Water & Downtown has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible online. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you will need a property that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Be aware that some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a particular Beaufort, SC attraction you are enamored with, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips to have a fantastic stay:

• Get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Put the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few issues.
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. message the host immediately to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the property to confirm you've collected everything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good reviews to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.