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Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ

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5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
TV, fireplace, books, music library
Outdoor dining
On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 12320 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Folly Beach County Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Folly Beach

This holiday home places you steps from Folly Island Beaches and within a short 5-minute stroll of Folly Beach County Park. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 7.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a fenced private garden are also available. .This beach holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a lift. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Folly Beach holiday home include Port of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina.

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Folly Beach County Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sunset Cay Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Center Street - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 34 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Folly Beach Crab Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ

Welcome to 'A Beach Thing' — a bright and breezy 5-bedroom beach house on Folly Beach, built for unforgettable family vacations, relaxing getaways with friends and intimate events like weddings. Just steps from the sand, this spacious, ocean-view retreat features 4 master suites, bunk bedroom, a game room with a porch and elevator access to all four floors. From beach days to big days — it's all better here together!

WEDDINGS / EVENTS - please note there is an additional $1250 fee in addition to rental fee to host an event on the property - small events are allowed per city ordinances. Permitting (City of Folly Beach) and specifc rules apply (detailed in rental agreement). ** Fee is added on after booking **

City of Folly Beach - Short Term Rental Licence (STR) # LIC001951

"This house was beautiful and perfect for our trip!" - James, March 2025
"I received great service from Ross. The property had everything we needed. We have been coming to Folly beach for many years and this was our very best stay." - Martha, July 2025
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This four-story custom-built beach home has everything you need for a fun, comfortable, and carefree stay. With the beach quite literally right behind the house, you're just a few steps away from the sand — go barefoot from the porch and straight into the ocean. From the moment you arrive, the views and the sea breeze set the tone for a perfect coastal escape!

~ THE LAYOUT IS IDEAL FOR GROUPS — with 4 master suites (each with its own bathroom, balcony and ocean view), plus a fun bunk room that sleeps up to 7. There's room for everyone, whether you're hosting extended family, a group of friends or a wedding party.

~ THE OPEN-CONCEPT MAIN FLOOR brings everyone together with a large, cozy living room (featuring a 60" TV and electric fireplace), a full dining area and a chef-style kitchen with a professional gas range, full-size fridge and all the essentials for cooking big family meals.

~ On the top floor, you'll find THE GAME ROOM — a favorite hangout spot with a pool table. Step out onto the upper deck to take in panoramic views of the ocean and river.

~ THE LARGE, FENCED-IN BACKYARD that leads directly to the beach. Ideal for families with kids who want to play safely, and perfect for hosting events like beachfront weddings, sunset dinners, or casual gatherings. Imagine setting up tables in the yard, walking straight onto the sand for a ceremony, and watching the waves roll in behind you.

Additional highlights include:
* Elevator to all 4 levels (wheelchair accessible)
* 3-car garage with space for up to 6 vehicles
* Multiple porches and balconies with beach and river views
* Washer/dryer, fast Wi-Fi and smart TVs throughout
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→ Folly Beach Pier – 7 min drive / 25 min walk – Iconic ocean pier for fishing, people-watching, and sunsets.
→ Downtown Folly (Center Street) – 6–7 min drive / 25 min walk – Shops, surf rentals, bars, and local eats like Taco Boy & Rita's.
→ Folly Beach County Park – 2 min drive / 10 min walk – Wide beach, gentle waves, seasonal lifeguards — perfect for families.
→ Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve – 15 min drive – Scenic walk to Morris Island Lighthouse views — peaceful and photogenic.

Whether you're celebrating something special or simply spending quality time with the people you love, 'A Beach Thing' offers the space, comfort and setting to make it unforgettable!

Guest access

- You'll have exclusive access to the entire property, including all appliances and amenities, ensuring complete privacy and enjoyment throughout your stay. Garage code and smart lock access will be provided after booking.
- Feel free to contact us for any service at any time; from 10am-6pm and 24/7 in an emergency.

Additional rules

Make your stay a stress-free experience by following our house rules:
- Weddings & Events! Please note: there is an additional $1,250 event fee (on top of the rental cost) to host an event on the property. Permits and specific guidelines apply, as outlined in the rental agreement.
- Check-in time is at 3PM-12PM and check-out time is before 10AM to allow us to prepare for the next guests.
- To ensure a healthy and pleasant stay for everyone, we maintain a strict no-smoking policy. This policy encompasses traditional smoking, vaping, and the use of electronic cigarettes.
- To maintain a harmonious environment for all our guests, we have a strict ‘no pets' policy.

*****Please refer to the 'Additional Rules' section under the 'Things to Know' heading for a complete overview of our house rules. This will help avoid any misunderstandings.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in creating a pleasant and safe atmosphere for everyone.
QUIET HOURS.
Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM each night and continue until sunrise. Quiet hours consist of no music and keeping all audio at a minimum level out of respect for the surrounding residents.
PETS
The Host does not allow pets: There are no pets allowed on the Premises. If the Guest is found to have pets on the Premises, this Agreement and any Security Deposit shall be forfeited.
SMOKING POLICY
Smoking on the Premises is prohibited. If the Guest is found to have smoked inside the Premises, this Agreement and any Security Deposit shall be forfeited.
FOLLY BEACH SHORT TERM RENTAL RULES
Guest is required to follow Folly Beach rules for short term rentals. Any violation of rules, which results in a formal violation issued to homeowner will result in a $500 fine.
ELEVATOR
must be is found in working / functioning order (minus mechanical / equipment failures). This includes improper use / improper stoppage of elevator and leaving the inner gate open (thus causing system lockout). If elevator is not found in working order, a repair fee of $175 (charged at cost) will be deducted from damage deposit.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 private bathrooms
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Geothermal energy
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 3,444 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
This property uses solar and geothermal energy
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. This property uses solar and geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ?

Yep, Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ is on Folly Island Beaches. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Does Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ?

No, Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Oceanfront Folly Fun for Families, Friends & 'I Do's | Elevator, Parking, BBQ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 201 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay on Folly Beach! Excellent location and views. The house is extremely spacious and well appointed. Check in was a breeze and the host is great with communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual folly trip

This was our 10th summer in Folly and this was now our second time staying at A Beach Thing. We will absolutely stay here every time we visit. Beautiful house, so clean, excellent accommodations, and even better communication from the host. Thank you again for keeping our family tradition going in the best way!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great property
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream come true

Beautiful venue wonderful service great communication perfect wedding! I hope to stay in the future and recommend for vacation or special events. I’m so happy to choose this place to marry my husband, and will always hold special place in our hearts
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Oceanfront Home

The house can accommodate large families or friend groups. Virtually every room has ocean view and lots of bathrooms. Tons of socializing space and great enclosures on deck and a garden that accesses the beach immediately. Great communication with Ross and listen to his suggestions. Folly town is fantastic find; lots if cool bars, great music and cool ice cream shop for the littles-“Shoobies.” Pool halls too. Tides is a great music and oceanfront restaurant for a fancy night out with music. The rooftop Taco restaurant more casual with music too snd cool with kids. Great vibe, Ashley st is a great walk, or you can Uber. Enjoy as we did.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANJANA D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding weekend

The house is beautiful and spacious and was perfect for our family gathering for our daughter's wedding weekend on Folly Beach! The setting on the beach is perfect... fabulous views and balconies from the living room and kitchen and all but one of the bedrooms! The elevator made bringing suitcases and supplies inside and taking them out again very easy. The yard and walkway to the beach was perfect. Everything was wonderful! Ross was always quick to respond to texts and emails and was great about communicating and accommodating our requests. Highly recommend this house for your family vacation on Folly Beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lucas Family

The house was even better than we expected! Thank you for helping to make our family gathering perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Excellent property. Beautiful area. Highly recommend it for large group, wedding, etc
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything You Could Hope For

Exactly as listed, even better in person.The garage, the elevator, the privacy of each room, its 100% true to its listing. Nothing exaggerated. Beautifully furnished too.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property!

The wedding was absolutely amazing in the backyard! We used this property as a wedding and reception venue. It turned out wonderful!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristen p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach house!

This house was perfect for our friends getaway weekend! Plenty space for everyone and host was incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend and beach wedding

Perfect weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey l.

Liked: Cleanliness

SIMPLY STUNNING PROPERTY!!!

If I could give 10 stars for each of the above categories I would! Ross is a wonderful host and was so responsive to all of my communication from booking to stay! We held our son's recent rehearsal dinner here in the back yard, it was a stunning event with the backdrop of the ocean and all the space for our guests to enjoy the view and dinner under the up-lit palm trees . Everyone from family to friends who entered this home were stunned at it's beautiful views from any spot on the property! The rooms were so comfortable each with their own oceanfront views and private bathrooms allowing everyone to have privacy and space as the rooms are nicely spread throughout the home. Although we did not have young kids to use the bunkbed / family room it is the coolest room and would easily sleep a small family in your group or all the kids and or teens in a group. We fit a 6 ft 20 something in a bunkbed and he was very comfortable! The rest of the home is very cozy and nicely decorated, the screened in porch, the rocking chairs and the fabulous kitchen! The pool/ game room with the porch off the room was a favorite of our family to play pool, listen to music and watch the sunset ! If you are looking for a 5 star resort home on a quiet street with oceanfront access look no further this house is a shore thing!!! I look forward to having an opportunity to visit family in Charleston again and staying here !!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

On the beach

Fantastic home and location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

We hosted our intimate wedding with our closest friends and family. This house was the perfect fit and everything was amazing. All of the beds are very comfortable and we would definitely book this house for future family trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackqulin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House

Every year there are 9 of us older adults that spend a week at the beach. This house is perfect. Love that all the bedrooms face the beach, elevator comes in handy. The layout is great. Perfect for our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jesse S.

Owner failed in reasonable communication

Overall the property is not well represented in the description and pictures shown. The pictures are misleading in size and condition. I rented the property for a total of 4 adults and 3 kids. The other couple we were traveling with was using this as a scouting trip for a wedding next summer. Obviously this was house enough for us but I would not recommend using this as a wedding venue as the property is advertised. The yard was not well maintained and the interior lower level was not as large as it appeared in the pictures. The property owner was not up to par with communication. - Failed to notify us or post in the property description that Folly Beach renourishment was happening during the time we were there and the couple months prior. We stayed at another property the week before this stay and found out from that property. The only issue with the renourishment was a large diesel generation and sand/water pump was located directly in front of the property. It would run on and off throughout the day and all hours of the night. After asking the owner, he mentioned previous renters had complained. This is something I would expect to be passed to future guests on the potential impact to their vacation. - Failed to notify us that the oven was broken and only confirmed this when we tried to cook the first day and the smell of gas became obvious. At a high level the property is okay, but for the price, I expected a higher level of service and better property maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family, Family,Family

Perfectly accommodated the wishes and needs of our family. Clean , spacious, right on the beach. Bunk room for kids was amazing and suites for adults were wonderful. Hope to return !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House

Great stay at a wonderfully located beachfront house. Room enough for 15 people including 4 couples and kids. Ross is a very responsive host as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S., CLEVELAND TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Family week

The property met all our needs. The layout was well thought out. It was an enjoyable week! We will be looking forward to coming back! The beach was very peaceful, great for young grandkids to play and explore! Would suggest more coffee mugs and freestanding vacuum for quick sand pickup. Otherwise no recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W., Richfield, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

The house was enjoyed by everyone! Plenty of room and only seconds from the beach! With all the places we could have stayed, we made the right choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach House Vacation

This was a great rental for our group of 12 adults and 3 children! It was very clean, had a great view of the ocean, and Ross was very responsive to any concerns we had. A regional thing to note is apparently hairdryers are not commonly provided in rental houses in Charleston which we didn't know, so we didn't bring any and had to buy some. In any case, great house and we enjoyed it very much!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tala C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this house and would rent again!

This property was perfect for our needs! The house is right on the beach and has paid obvious attention to detail with a chiefs kitchen, industrial refrigerator, TWO dishwashers, planned rooms (all with oceanfront views and en-suite bathrooms), and an easy to use elevator. We held our rehearsal dinner here and received so many compliments and requests for information to rent the house themselves. The owner is very responsive and helpful in advising event permitting. Our only complaint, is that we could not get the oven to stay on. I did not seek help for this as we were able to switch our cooking methods easily but I believe the responsive owner would have been helpful in this regard if we had sought assistance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

This property was clean and clearly designed to handle a large group of people. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023