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The Congress Cottage

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Beaufort

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A covered patio with a round table, chairs, a sofa, and a potted plant.
A white house with a porch, a mailbox, and a white picket fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a striped chair and a plant.
A living room with a green sofa, a glass coffee table, and a floral wall mural.
A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Beaufort, SC
  • Place, Beaufort National Cemetery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina-Beaufort
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay Street
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Beaufort

Heart of Beaufort.At this Historic District vacation home, you'll be steps from Beaufort National Cemetery and within a 15-minute walk of St. Helena's Episcopal Church. USCB Center for the Arts and University of South Carolina-Beaufort are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Beaufort National Cemetery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of South Carolina-Beaufort - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • USCB Center for the Arts - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bay Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bricks On Boundary - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bay Street in historic Beaufort - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Poncho's Taco And Beer - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Congress Cottage

Welcome to The Congress Cottage, a recently renovated and thoughtfully curated 2BR/1.5BA retreat in downtown Beaufort. Moments from shops, dining, and the waterfront, this home blends Southern charm with modern elegance. Enjoy the tastefully bold design, cozy living space, and inviting porches. Perfectly positioned for exploring Beaufort’s historic district and the surrounding area, The Congress Cottage offers refined comfort and timeless Lowcountry style.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

451254

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Congress Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 38 mi (63-min drive) away from the Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Congress Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Congress Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi (17-min drive) from The Sands.

Does The Congress Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Congress Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Congress Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Congress Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Congress Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Congress Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Congress Cottage to downtown Beaufort?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Beaufort.

The Congress Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect! We loved it and hated to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean, and near downtown. Highly recommend! We thought it was a 2 bath but it was a full bath and a half.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cute cottage walking distance from downtown. Well equipped. Our host was always available for questions and assistance. A very nice stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and clean. I was little taken back by the neighborhood. There was some very rundown homes which I didn’t expect. . But I still felt safe. I felt it was a little high priced for the area. But I don’t know since I’ve never been in that area before for pricing..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026

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