Good to know: house rules, check-in and FAQs

The rules are short and the same in spirit at all three homes: treat the house like a neighbor’s, keep the noise down, and tell the hosts if anything breaks.

4 pm

Check-in, with a smart lock

11 am

Checkout

2 nights

Minimum stay at every home

$50

Per pet, per stay

0

Parties or events allowed

House rules, home by home



1

Park Circle Charmer

2

Retreat Under the Oaks

3

Trendy Townhome

Maximum guests

Maximum guests

6

8

6

Minimum renter age

Minimum renter age

Not stated in the rules

21

21

Pets

Pets

$50 per pet, up to 2 unless approved

$50 per pet, more than one by approval

$50 per pet, a second pet by approval

Quiet hours

Quiet hours

9 pm to 8 am

No excessive noise

10 pm to 8 am

Parties and events

Parties and events

Not allowed

Not allowed

Not allowed

Smoking and vaping

Smoking and vaping

Not inside

Not inside

Not inside

Decorations

Decorations

Painter’s tape only on walls

Painter’s tape only. No confetti, gender reveal smoke or chalk inside

No tape on walls or ceilings. No confetti, glitter, smoke or chalk inside

Parking

Parking

3 cars in the driveway

2 in the driveway, 2 on the street

Up to 3 in the open spaces out front

Stairs

Stairs

Single level

3 steps at the doors and to one bedroom

Two stories, bedrooms upstairs

Damage to paint or furnishings, and any pet damage, is charged to the guest. Assistance animals are always allowed.

Check-in

From 4 pm

All three homes have a smart lock. The hosts send the self check-in details before you arrive.

Early arrival

Early check-in depends on the cleaning schedule. Message Kathy and Todd, and luggage drop-off is allowed.

Parking

Each home’s parking is listed on its page. Park only in those spaces.

Checkout by 11 am

The hosts keep checkout short. From their own instructions:

No need to strip the beds

No need to take out the garbage

Start the dishwasher if there are more than a few dishes

Take a look around so you don’t forget anything

TV logins clear automatically at checkout

Things guests tell us they wish they’d known

Things guests tell us they wish they’d known

Bring your streaming logins

The TVs are smart TVs with free apps and, in the Townhome living room, an HD antenna. There is no cable. Logins clear at checkout.

Trains near Park Circle

Trains run near the Park Circle neighborhood and the airport is close. Light sleepers may want earplugs.

Stairs at the Townhome

Both bedrooms are upstairs. The Retreat Under the Oaks has three steps down to one bedroom and the laundry.

Doorbell cameras

Each home has a doorbell camera at the front door that faces the street or parking.

A car helps

Rideshares work, though one Townhome guest found waits of about 20 minutes. A car makes beach days easier.

Hurricane season

The Atlantic season runs June 1 to November 30. Check the cancellation terms before you book late summer dates.

Safety and permits

Safety and permits

In every home

Smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, fire extinguisher and first aid kit.

Park Circle Charmer

City of North Charleston short-term rental permit 2026-#25.

Retreat Under the Oaks

Town of Mount Pleasant permit ST260114, business license 20133902.

Trendy Townhome

Town of Mount Pleasant permit ST260115, business license 20133900.

Taxes

Lodging and sales taxes are collected at checkout: 15% in North Charleston, 14% in Mount Pleasant.

Frequently asked questions

Not here? Call or text (843) 670-9145.

Which home is best for a group of 8?

Are children welcome?

How many pets can we bring?

Is there a washer and dryer?

Do the homes have beach gear?

Is there a grill?

Can I work remotely?

How far is the beach?

How far is downtown Charleston?

What is the cancellation policy for direct bookings?

Do you offer monthly rentals?

Who do we call during the stay?

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