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The Idle Oak - Sleeps 4 - 10 Minutes to Parris Island and Downtown

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window, and a view of trees outside.
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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Beaufort, SC
  • Place, Broome Lane Trailhead
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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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.

The Idle Oak - Sleeps 4 - 10 Minutes to Parris Island and Downtown

- At a Glance -

- Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
- Bedrooms: 2 private bedrooms
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bathroom: 1 full bathroom with tub/shower combination
- Living Room: Comfortable shared living space
- Kitchen: Fully equipped for everyday meals
- Laundry: Washer and dryer
- Wi-Fi: Available
- Air Conditioning: Central AC
- Parking: Free on-site parking
- Setting: Quiet residential community The Space

Welcome to Idle Oak Cottage, a comfortable two-bedroom home in the Mossy Oaks area of Beaufort, located within the private Marsh Cove community. The cottage is designed as a quiet, convenient home base for Parris Island visits, Marine Corps graduations, family trips, or a relaxing Beaufort getaway.

- The Bedrooms -

The cottage has two private bedrooms, each with one queen bed. This setup works well for a family of four or two couples who want separate bedrooms while sharing the rest of the home.

- The Bathroom -

There is one full bathroom shared by all guests. It includes a tub/shower combination.

- Living Room -

After a day at Parris Island or exploring Beaufort, the living room gives everyone a comfortable place to come back to and relax. The cottage is clean, uncluttered, and furnished for easy everyday living, with a comfortable couch and a welcoming space to unwind.

- Kitchen & Everyday Living -

The fully equipped kitchen allows you to prepare breakfast before heading out, make a quick meal between activities, or cook dinner at home. You don't have to plan every meal around restaurants, which makes the cottage especially convenient for families and guests spending several days in the area.

- Laundry -

A washer and dryer are available in the cottage, giving you the convenience of doing laundry at home during your stay.

- A Quiet Place to Come Home To -

Idle Oak Cottage is located in a quiet residential community within Mossy Oaks. After a busy day of graduation activities, sightseeing, shopping, dining, or exploring the Lowcountry, you can return to a peaceful residential setting rather than a busy hotel environment.

- Parris Island & Beaufort -

Parris Island is approximately 10 minutes away, making the cottage a convenient home base for Marine Corps graduations, family days, and other visits to the island. Downtown Beaufort is also approximately 10 minutes away, giving you easy access to Bay Street, the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and historic sites.

The Spanish Moss Trail is nearby for walking and biking, while grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences are just a short drive away.

- Parking & Convenience -

Free on-site parking makes arriving and coming and going easy throughout your stay. The combination of a private two-bedroom home, full kitchen, washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, central AC, and convenient parking gives you the practical comforts needed for an easy stay in Beaufort.

Whether you're coming to Beaufort for a Marine Corps graduation, spending a quiet weekend exploring the area, or simply need a comfortable place to stay while visiting family and friends, Idle Oak Cottage gives you a peaceful home base close to the places you're here to enjoy.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Broome Lane Trailhead. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The cottage offers a kitchen and a TV.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and TVs
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes on foot from Broome Lane Trailhead and a 3-minute drive from Beaufort Memorial Hospital
The Idle Oak - Sleeps 4 - 10 Minutes to Parris Island and Downtown offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Beaufort cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

The Idle Oak - Sleeps 4 - 10 Minutes to Parris Island and Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Monica t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, beds comfy and host responds quickly with any issues or questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood. Easy access to Beaufort. Thoughtful design by the hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026