Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Cherry Grove Beach, SC

Yes — Airbnb and other short-term rentals are allowed in Cherry Grove Beach, SC, but operators must obtain a permit before listing. All STRs must obtain a city business license and pay an annual license tax. Operators are required to collect and remit rental accommodations taxes to the city, county, and state. There are currently no special zoning restrictions or separate STR-specific permits required beyond these standard business requirements. "Airbnb" is a brand name; the rules on this page apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.). See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

All STRs must obtain a city business license and pay an annual license tax. Operators are required to collect and remit rental accommodations taxes to the city, county, and state. There are currently no special zoning restrictions or separate STR-specific permits required beyond these standard business requirements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Cherry Grove Beach. 1. Complete the Short-Term Rental Management Form to determine tax reporting requirements. 2. Apply for a Rental/Business License via the City’s online application portal. 3. Pay the annual business license tax and ensure remittance of all required local and state accommodations taxes.

1. Complete the Short-Term Rental Management Form to determine tax reporting requirements. 2. Apply for a Rental/Business License via the City’s online application portal. 3. Pay the annual business license tax and ensure remittance of all required local and state accommodations taxes.

Yes. Vrbo operates under the same short-term rental rules as Airbnb in Cherry Grove Beach, SC, since regulations apply to the rental activity rather than the booking platform. A permit is required before you list on Vrbo or any other platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Cherry Grove Beach are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Cherry Grove Beach. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.