Title: Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104210000/104208500/104208481/8f718002.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104210000/104208500/104208481/11647685.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104210000/104208500/104208481/48bf7afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104210000/104208500/104208481/85d3e3cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104210000/104208500/104208481/057f397d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Shem Creek Retreat, where charm meets convenience in this delightful 2BR sanctuary. Nestled just a 10-minute jaunt from the heart of Charleston, unwind in the cozy living room or BBQ on the covered patio. With convenient parking and laundry facilities rounding out your stay, restful nights await in two snug bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81227 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio Welcome to Shem Creek Retreat, where charm meets convenience in this delightful 2BR sanctuary. Nestled just a 10-minute jaunt from the heart of Charleston, this cozy haven offers the perfect blend of urban accessibility and suburban serenity. Step into your own private retreat, where a welcoming yard awaits with a covered patio beckoning for lazy afternoons of BBQs and outdoor lounging. Inside, discover a cozy living room, ideal for unwinding with a movie after exploring the city's vibrant streets. The kitchen, fully equipped with everything you need for at-home meals and snacks, invites you to whip up delectable delights, while the dining area, with seating for six, sets the stage for shared meals and lively conversations. Restful nights await in two snug bedrooms, each boasting an ensuite bathroom for added privacy. Need more space? The sleep sofa in the living room offers additional accommodations, ensuring everyone finds their perfect spot. With convenient parking and in-home laundry facilities rounding out the amenities, Shem Creek Retreat promises a retreat where comfort and convenience collide in the most delightful way. Welcome home! AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service! Calling all history buffs, beach lovers, and fans of Southern cuisine! Charleston should be on everyone’s bucket list for its rich history, sparkling beaches, and the best grits you’ll ever have. Whether it’s walking down Rainbow Row, an iconic street lined with colorfully painted houses, or escaping to one of the five beach towns that comprise Charleston’s 60-mile stretch of white sand, this is an ideal destination to explore a cultural city, while being in close proximity to several stunning beaches. Local Attractions: Tempest Charleston, 82 Queen, FIG, Rainbow Row, Charleston Aquarium, Patriots Point Museum, Folly Beach, Battery Park, Fort Sumter National Monument Home Truths: \- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request. \- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. Parking Details: \- There are 2 spaces available in the parking lot. \- Please note there are strict parking rules. No more than 1 car per bedroom is allowed. \--- The room configurations are as follows: Primary Bedroom / Queen bed Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Living Room / Sleep Sofa \--- Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit. This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs. As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation. Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees. There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions. As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards. IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit. We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud. STR Registration Number: ST240195 Business Licence: 20122993 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,227 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53910000/53900800/53900756/7c4b46d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 10 Mins to Beach & Downtown From This Family Friendly Home w/ Private Patio & Kids' Bunk Bedroom Mount Pleasant - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 102 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=53900756&PinnedHotelID=53900756&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107051800/107051714/1cca5ddb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Its Always Pleasant in Mt P! 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 6459a314-d049-11ee-9e56-216cb4a59dde ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.80591%2C-79.87844&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RJKd2MKNwZDk6F248kbI3mkQEus=) Mount Pleasant, SC #### What's nearby - I'on Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Shem Creek Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Patriots Point - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles - Charleston Harbor Marina - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles - USS Yorktown - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles #### Getting around - Charleston Station - 18 min drive - Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Philosophia - ‬4 min drive - ‪Melvin's Legendary Bar-B-Q - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio located? > Situated in Mount Pleasant, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Shem Creek Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park and Patriots Point. USS Yorktown and Mount Pleasant Sports Complex are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shem Creek Retreat by AvantStay | 10 Mins to Downtown Charleston | Yard + Patio Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabe S. 19 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoy our stay! Enjoy our stay! ##### Gabe S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charleston Trip We really enjoyed our stay at this location. The house was just as we expected from the description at time of booking. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. Everything we wanted to see and do was just a few minutes drive away. It was a great location and we would definitely consider returning. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James G. 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Credit 1 tennis tournament The location was great , only 15 minutes to the stadium and 8 minutes to Shen Creek. The host company was very responsive and the rental unit was the best supplied I have ever had. ##### James G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine M. 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relocation Perfect stay while we were relocating family member to Mount Pleasant. Everything was as described. ##### Christine M. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James K. 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great \- ##### James K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz M. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful month in Charleston Loved the location as it was central to everything in the area. Only a 10 minute drive to Charleston. ##### Liz M. 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