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Island Hideout Summar

Apartment in Charleston with kitchen and balcony

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$388
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Battery Number 5 Marker
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephen Washington Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Charleston

At this apartment you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from Battery Number 5 Marker and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from James Island County Park. .Apartment features a washing machine, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly apartment building offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Battery Number 5 Marker - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Stephen Washington Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Charleston City Market - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Port of Charleston - 12 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 22 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoky Yolk Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fam's Brewing Co. featuring Famulari's Pizzeria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bohemian Bull - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Hideout Summar

Summary:
Your dream Charleston getaway awaits in our newly renovated 2BR apartment on James Island. Our space boasts two memory-foam Queen beds and a cozy futon for ultimate relaxation. Experience the best of both worlds with a short 10 min drive to Folly Beach and 12 mins to Downtown. Our full kitchen and bath provide convenience, while the large, shaded, fenced-in backyard is perfect for creating memories with family and friends. For added fun, we offer beach chairs, towels, and a Bluetooth stereo.

The Space:
This spacious, well designed apartment offers a full kitchen with all the essentials, comfortable tiled shower with bench seat, rain shower-head, and detachable shower-head, easy key-code access, Wifi, two flat screen smart TV's, shared laundry room, inside and outside seating areas, and ample space in the large shady backyard to play and entertain. For guest convenience we provide coffee, sugar, bath and beach towels, bed linens, paper towels, toilet paper, and soaps.

Guest Access:
In addition to the apartment guests have access the to the fenced-in 1/2 acre backyard, with ample parking for cars, boats, RVs etc. (backyard is shared with home owner and other guests that my be staying in the detached Cozy Island Cottage located in the rear of the property). Guests also have access and use of shared laundry room (detergent is provided) and outdoor kitchen (please notify the host if you would like to use the outdoor kitchen, so a quick tutorial can be provided) and the outdoor shower.

The Neighborhood:
Centrally located in a convenient James Island neighborhood, only a quick 5-mile drive or Uber ride to both Folly Beach and Downtown Charleston. Beautiful James Island County Park is close by as well as restaurants, bars, shopping, banking, and convenience stores within a half-mile.

Getting Around:
Car, Uber, Bike

Other Things to Note:
There are three rental units on the property that may be housing other guests during your stay. The units are all separate with designated outdoor areas and parking, but are on the same half acre property so please be courteous of others.

The Island Hideout is the unit attached to the front house located on ground level.

There are cameras located at the front exterior entrance and and over the backyard.

Streaming services available with guests’ own account(s).

LIC027923
Owner/Host is SC licensed Realtor

Interaction with Guests:
Owner lives in the attached house at the front of property and can be available for any issues or questions you may have about the area, restaurant recommendations, or activities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

-Guest must follow all house rules outlined on the platform, in rental agreement and digital guidebook -Any refunds for cancelations will be less t...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Island Hideout
Island Hideout 2 Queen Beds
Island Hideout (2 Queen Beds) Apartment
Island Hideout (2 Queen Beds) Charleston
Island Hideout (2 Queen Beds) Apartment Charleston
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Island Hideout Summar?

Yep, Island Hideout Summar has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Hideout Summar?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Hideout Summar on 20 Jan 2026 start from AU$387.92, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Island Hideout Summar?

The closest beach to Island Hideout Summar is Front Beach (20.8 km).

Does Island Hideout Summar have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Island Hideout Summar family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that Island Hideout Summar is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Hideout Summar?

No, Island Hideout Summar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Hideout Summar?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Island Hideout Summar Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

helen d., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Stayed here to visit my son who recently moved to Charleston. The space was perfect and within driving distance of many points of interest. It had everything you could ask for. The bed was so.....comfy and the shower was wonderful. The property was very clean. The beach chairs were a nice feature. We will be back .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island getaway

Great location with easy access to downtown charleston and folly beach. Good set up up for 2-3:people. Would rent again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

Lovely spot and great location on James Island. Perfect place to come back to after a day of beach and exploring Charleston. Super easy check in and check out process, and the hosts were proactively communicative and super friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed the area

Like the island location. Easy to travel around the area as close to Charleston downtown, beaches and other islands. Hosts were very helpful and responded immediately when needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy Peasy!

My mom recently moved to Bishop Gadsden (a retirement home) and no longer has a guest bedroom to stay in, so my siblings and I looked into alternatives (hotel, stay with friends, etc…) Island Retreat is the PERFECT solution. It’s one of three properties on the “compound”. It’s clean, safe and so easy, which is just what I need. It’s also close to the Walmart if you need anything. I will say the bathroom is teensy (no counter space at all and a tiny shower) so I think it wouldn’t be great for a group of friends - just something to keep in mind. Other than that it’s pretty much perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outdoor shower, clean, bike-able… lovely lil stay

It was a lovely stay. One of the best features was the outdoor shower for cleaning off after going to the beach! So convenient. The owners were very responsive and helpful. Appreciate an easy check in system and the security of the gate! Location was fantastic, central to folly, west Ashley, downtown, mount pleasant… all places we wanted to visit. I got to run away to Starbucks one morning for an hour to read and my husband and 7 year old were able to easily bike up to where I was to then hop in the car to go down to the beach so I loved how’s bike-able this location was. Inside, things were nicely labeled so you knew where EVERYTHING was. Fresh sheets and bedspreads, clean floors and bathroom. Air purifier in central location. Generously left snacks on counter. Enjoyed it :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in between

We loved this stay! It was the perfect spot in between Folly and Charleston. Although we didn't hang around the property too much due to a wedding, it was comfortable enough for 5 people and would have been a cool place to hang and cook dinner. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

willie n.

Liked: Cleanliness

good

It was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

Perfect landing place between the beach and downtown. Check In was easy, grocery store, gas stations all near by. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Beach Trip

This was a short beach trip, and it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

The Island Hideout was perfect. It was very clean and comfortable with lots of room, comfy beds and convenient parking. The location was so convenient to everthing you come to Charleston for: the beach, great food, entertainment etc but still tucked into a quiet peaceful neighborhood. David was easy to communicate with and check in was a breeze. We will definitely stay here again and recommend The Hideout to others! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jewell K W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place and perfect location

It’s a perfect location between the beach and the city! The place was very clean and comfortable. We highly recommended staying here! Jewell and Scott
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend in Charleston

We never stayed in James Island before AmEx everything from the property to location and support from the owners was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele Z., NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Great hideaway

Fabulous stay! The yard was ideal for my 2 pups to run around and get exercise. Although there is another apartment and a cottage, I never saw anyone and the area was peaceful and quiet. I used the bed in the main area as it was a bit cooler in the hot summer. It was akin to living in a studio apartment. The other separate bedroom has a ceiling fan and is comfortable with a slider to the yard. Easy access to downtown in 10 minutes yet away from the hustle and bustle. I would highly recommend and will stay again if opportunity arises.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enzo B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient to beach and city

Great and convenient location if you want to split your time between the city and the beach. The host is incredibly attentive. Comfortable accommodations with all the amenities needed for a long stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rick D.

Liked: Cleanliness

7/02-7/04/23

Seamless check-in, property clean with all the amenities, made good use of the beach chairs that are available, property 10 minutes from the beach and about the same for the city of Charleston, Folly Beach is very nice , you need to get away from the congested parts near the pier on towards the Lighthouse, much cleaner and less crowded
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

James Island

The location of the property was excellent. The accommodations were good, but having one bed in the living area is kind of awkward. The property would be great for a couple who only needed to use the one bedroom in the back of the house. Enjoyed our stay, but if traveling to Charleston again would probably choose another location - only because of the layout of the bedrooms - really only one "bedroom". The bathroom is really small as well. The host was great with correspondence. Overall, really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramona R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time in Charleston

We had a wonderful stay & the accommodation was really nicer than we expected. It was also very convenient to the things we wanted to visit. Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melonie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and nice

This VRBO was very clean and nice. Easy check in. Located near Folly Beach and Charleston. Lots to do and see.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Updated Property, Great Location

Property very clean with an updated decor. Close proximity to downtown Charleston and Folly Beach. Property manager in constant communication leading up to our stay and accessible throughout the duration of the stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Clean

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The rental was cozy and comfortable. The kitchen was sufficiently equipped for simple meals, and the unit was clean. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Weekend

We enjoyed our stay at this location. It was conveniently located between Folly Beach and Charleston. We went to the beach in the daytime and Charleston for evening dinners. the place was spotless and extremely comfortable. The owner checked in with us prior and during our stay to make sure we were good and to make sure there were no problems. The property was such a great setup. We didn't use the backyard area during our stay but if we wanted to, the area was comfortable enough to just sit back and enjoy the evenings there. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne V., Hodges, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location to downtown and beach

The owners were great. The place was well kept and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient and clean

This was an impromptu trip so we were just looking for somewhere we could get baths and sleep after our time at the beach and Charleston. The island hideout was at a great location between Folly and Charleston. Very private back area and we felt safe. The apartment was clean and beds were comfortable. We sat outside a lot and had our own areas to relax in. I would go here again and recommend to anyone coming to this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

I.

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time! Arrived through a gate; inside yard was pretty, with table seating, an outdoor shower, and plenty of parking. Inside were two queen beds and a fold-down couch (could comfortable hold only one person), one bathroom with a shower, a kitchen (with dishes/pots/utensils), and a laundry/dryer room with lockable door (shared with second floor tenants). Two TVs with subscriptions to Netflix and Prime, plenty of sheets and towels, shampoo/conditioner/soap provided. Beach was an 8 min drive away; we found plenty to do during the two nights we stayed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022