Although Columbia is South Carolina’s capital, its largest city is actually Charleston, found sitting along Charleston Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. Being this close to the sea makes Charleston a top destination for good eating as it holds seafood festivals every month. If you’re an angler looking for some big catches, the city also hosts plenty of fishing charters that will take you to spots where you can fish for muskellunge, marlin, and even catfish. Once you’ve had your fill, you can move on to historic or cultural tours, such as taking horse carriage rides and visiting plantations converted into heritage sites.
Whatever it is you’re visiting the city for, you’ve got plenty of options to stay at, including compact rental homes to help stay you on budget. For that, take a look at our list of the top tiny houses for rent in Charleston, South Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 28, 2024.
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1. The Berry Patch (from USD 89)
Mini bungalows are great for small families or groups of friends, and this property is no exception. You can immediately see the spacious yard and patio with a barbecue grill when you arrive, making you look forward to a nice cookout.
Once inside, you are welcomed by the homey and informal atmosphere created by the open floor design. The kitchen is more than just adequate, as you have a full-size fridge and a stove-top oven to work with, along with the usual dishware and utensils. There’s even a drip coffee maker so you can prepare yourself a cup during those cold mornings.
Top guest reviews
Host:
hailey was also very responsive and accommodatinghailey was a wonderful host quick to respond and very helpful throughout my stayLocation:
great location that is close to everythingthis place is awesome location is great and the house is completely modern updates and cleanCleanliness:
i really enjoyed my stay everything was cleaned and it was cozyvery clean beautifully decorated and in a great locationneighborhood is quite and place is clean; a value accommodation for seeing charelston and surrounding islands/plantationsher place was clean and well stocked making it feel like a home away from homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
i enjoyed my 4 week stay and truly felt comfortable and relaxed in this space
Superhost
2. The Backpacker (from USD 50)
Guests who love glamping should take advantage of the experience this property offers; rustic and surrounded by the lush woodland on the outside, then clean, compact, and quiet on the inside. The bathroom is even separated into two outhouse buildings, featuring an eco-friendly composting toilet in one, and the shower the other. The kitchenette has a microwave and mini-fridge, which should be enough for making small meals. There’s also a fire pit for outdoor cooking, as well as furniture for dining.
As the property does not have air-conditioning, the host warns that the property can get hot in summer, so you may want to check this place out during a cooler season like autumn.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host was welcoming and showed us how to use everything in and around the houseloved glamping in the tiny cabin hosts are very kind & thoughtfulthe hosts were so kind upon arriving even though we got in latealso nan and mark are excellent hosts…so welcoming and accommodatingnan and mark were both very amazing hostsLocation:
great location and great pricegreat location super comfortable and relaxingperfect location between downtown and folly beachit has the perfect locationgreat location with everything you could possibly needCleanliness:
the compost toilet and outdoor shower functioned exactly as described and were well-maintained clean and easy to usethe backpacker is such a unique spot it is so clean simple and such a fun experienceperfect in every way comfortable clean and quiet everything you’d ever needthe hosts are wonderful and kept the bathrooms clean throughout our whole weekendRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
they generously had bug spray extra linens fans and snacksit was 82 degrees when we visited and we were very comfortable inside the backpacker especially at nightdid not have ac but several fans they provided made it very comfortablethere is a tiny house with a comfortable bed table and sink in it
3. The Cedar House (from USD 131)
You’ll be surprised by the luxurious experience The Cedar House has in store for you. Despite the property’s size, it has enough space for a kitchen with a gas range and appliances such as a microwave and a coffee maker. While the living room has space for a floor mattress, the actual bedroom is on a loft accessed by a ladder. The loft features a queen-sized bed, as well as a white noise machine to help you drift off to sleep more easily. There’s also a hammock in the outdoor space if you’re looking for a breezy nap.
Additional amenities include a bicycle for getting around the neighborhood and books and indoor games for rainy days.
Top guest reviews
Host:
he was an excellent hostgreat place great host great timebrian was a caring host and provided many recommendationshe was easy to communicate with prior and during our stay and was very accommodatingthe owner gave great recommendations and would recommend it to anyone looking to be in the areaLocation:
cute tiny house in convenient locationsuper cute place to staythe location is a quiet and pretty streetadored the decor and location as wellit was a great locationCleanliness:
clean exactly as picturedcommunication from brian is first rate and the tiny house is clean cozy and invitingthe home was clean and we'll stockedit was clean comfortable and felt like homeenough space to enjoy when needed and small enough to clean up in a jifRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there were plenty of amenities and intentional extras like coffee/tea bicycles outdoor shower and a cozy hammockthe bed was very comfortable and all amenities were nicethe loft area was super comfortable (sheets pillows mattressthree of us for slept comfortably between the loft and sofa bedthe shower was plenty warm and the light fixtures were cool everything was very comfy and cozy
4. Delightful tiny home with loft bedroom (from USD 127)
Situated in the scenic Riverland Terrace neighborhood, this small house features a generous outside space and includes access to the gazebo and the use of the outdoor grill. The kitchen has an induction cooking plate, as well as nifty such as a toaster, and a coffee maker. The laundry machine is also in this area, so you can maximize your time by cleaning your clothes while preparing a meal. For sleeping, the main bedroom is on the loft, while the sofa bed is on the first floor.
While the indoor bathroom includes a toilet and shower, you can also find a second shower outdoors, in the yard.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host were fabulousthe hosts are very kind and helpfulthe hosts are so nice and accommodatingthe hosts were very warm and welcoming to the areahost are very helpful to your needsLocation:
the park nearby is amazingthe location was just what we were hoping for- close to the beach and close to downtown charlestonthe neighborhood was quiet and cute and near to shops and restaurantsgreat location with lots of good restaurants and close to the beach or downtownwonderful spot close enough to downtown we loved going down to the park nearby to watch the sunsetCleanliness:
it was very clean visibly and in terms of smellvery nice and clean looks exactly like picturesthis tiny house was very clean and had great amenitiesas for the tiny house itself it is super clean and very nicely decoratedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds were comfortable and as a family of 4 we felt we had plenty of room
5. Emma, The Funky Little Charmer (from USD 80)
This bright and dreamy property is surrounded by the greenery of Riverland Terrace, making it a fantastic place for glamping or taking an idyllic retreat. The house is actually a camper that has been converted into a tiny home, replacing some of its original features with one more fitting for a relaxing glamp stay. The bedroom area has storage space beneath, and a desk nearby for workspace. For meals, the kitchenette has an induction stove for cooking, and a mini-fridge for storing food and chilling drinks.
Outside, the yard has a seating area with a table and a charcoal grill you could use for barbecuing.
Top guest reviews
Host:
alex was an amazing hostpeople are super friendlychelsea was a great host and i would certainly recommend booking this funky glamping experiencethe hosts were kind and welcoming without invading any privacy which was awesomechelsea was extremely helpful and responsiveLocation:
great location and charming placeit is the best locationarea is great and close to downtownemma is a great place to stay the location is so beautiful and its so close to the citythis place is super cute it’s also pretty close to the beach and downtown charlestonCleanliness:
the airstream was super clean cute and cozythe airstream was clean and included everything we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
ac worked like a charm bed was great and easy to drive there or use uber
Experience that fine South Carolina flavor
While you’re visiting, you should take advantage of the South Carolina barbecue culture, as they have their own signature flavors and styles of preparing their flame-cooked cuisine. You might even learn some cooking tips from the locals, perhaps even your hosts, when you’ve booked at these top tiny houses for rent in Charleston, South Carolina.
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