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El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8192 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Center Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Folly Beach

This holiday home places you steps from Folly Island Beaches and within a 20-minute stroll of Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and a fireplace. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a fan are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .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 - 0.0 km
  • Folly River Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Center Street - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Folly Beach County Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 30 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bohemian Bull - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Boy - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • Folly Beach Crab Shack

About this property

Entire place

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

El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!

BR 1: King, BR 2: Double & Twin, BR 3: Double & Twin Bunk Bed; Sleeps 8, Several decks & screen porches, Direct beach access, Each room with bathroom access, Folly Beach

Beachfront House with Ocean Views from Every Room! Steps to the Sand

All reservations will receive $250 credit toward VayK Life beach gear rentals! *applies for stays 3-14 nights only

El Mar, which translates to “the sea”, is the name of this gorgeous beachfront home just waiting to assist in making the best memories. All bedrooms face the ocean, so each guest enjoys a spectacular ocean view and the ocean's lullaby in the evening. Direct access to the beach means you'll be on the sand in no time. Families and groups of friends will love hanging out together in this home, decorated in calming coastal blues and whites with the occasional punch of teal (check out the stairs!).

Gather around the farmhouse table in the dining area that comfortably seats 10 to 12 people and plan your next adventure, host a game night, or share a meal. A fully stocked kitchen and ample breakfast bar will make mealtime as easy as the ocean breeze and an outdoor grill is also available for more casual meals. Hang out together in the super-plush living room, set up with plenty of comfortable seating and enough fish art to please any seashore fan. There's also a terrific view of the ocean and outside deck, thanks to the eight-foot windows built to bring in natural light. Central air conditioning will make sure the heat doesn't sneak in from outside. Head out onto the wide deck to grill up your catch, recline on the Adirondack chairs, or play a game of cards in the covered, screened-in porch. Did we mention that there's also direct beach access via a built-in deck? Because there absolutely is.

Comfort awaits you at day's end as each bedroom and bath offers an oasis of its own. The first bedroom lies just to the left as you come through the front door (just past the octopus-themed bathroom). This first bedroom features a king bed, a big-screen TV, and a private entrance to a comfortable furnished screened-in patio that connects to the main deck. This main bedroom is right across the hall from a lovely full bathroom that features double sinks, wall-to-wall tile flooring, tile wall accents, a jetted tub, and a handheld showerhead.

Head upstairs (while taking an obligatory peek through the window on the landing) and head to the right to reach the second bedroom. This room features one twin bed, one double bed, a private furnished deck, TV, and an en suite bathroom with a standalone shower. The loft on this floor features a twin-size daybed with a twin trundle bed in case you need an extra sleeping spot. There's also a desk workspace, perfect for if someone needs to complete remote work or school (don't worry, there's a curtain you can draw for privacy). The final bedroom is at the end of the of the overlook. This room features a twin-over-twin bunk bed set, a double bed, a big-screen TV, and a lovely private furnished deck. The bathroom is just next door, which features hardwood-style flooring, a standalone shower with a glass partition, and bead board-style wood paneling, perfect for helping little ones find their way in the dark.

Go into the Folly Beach downtown area, just 8 blocks away, to wander through local shops, markets (seasonal & holidays), listen to live entertainment, and eat at one of our local restaurants. All restaurants and shops are open year-round. Get out on the water to take a fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, shelling, or dolphin watching tour from a licensed guide. Surfing lessons are available through several companies and instructors. Find the local and tourist favorite, the Morris Island Lighthouse beach at the far east end of the island for wow-worthy photos!

Just a short, 25-minute drive will have you to historical, downtown Charleston to enjoy all of the charm that the Holy City has to offer. Here you will experience world-class dining, swanky boutiques, souvenir shopping along The Market, harbor views from The Battery and Waterfront Park, theater, comedy clubs, museums, grand churches, history, carriage and ghost tours, plus so much more. Customize your memorable trip to this historical city. Take the kids to the Children's Museum and the South Carolina Aquarium. Immerse yourself and the family in the Southern culture.

There is parking for 4 vehicles in the driveway area. Additional vehicles must find off-street parking where available and follow the City of Folly Beach rules. Uber and Lyft are very scarce on the island, please plan your transportation accordingly. Check-in is at 4:00pm and check out is at 10:00am.

Amenities include full size washing machine and dryer, modern kitchen appliances, central heat and air conditioning, free WIFI, $250 beach gear credit, keyless entry, linens, towel sets, charcoal grill, outdoor shower, and TVs. Fireplace is not for guest use. A starter amenity kit for bathrooms and kitchen are provided that guests replenish as they need.

El Mar is a non-smoking property. No pets are allowed. We provide 24-hour on-call staff for maintenance emergencies. No gatherings allowed that exceed the maximum occupancy of the home. Must be 25 years old or older to rent. Please contact us if you have any questions, or need assistance booking. Our local, knowledgeable staff is here to help. We hope to see you soon on Folly Beach!

Folly Beach Business License #LIC008126

Property manager

Carolina One Vacation Rentals Folly Beach

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • 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.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,066 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

Yep, El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! is on Folly Island Beaches. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find motor boats.

Does El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! have a pool?

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

Does El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

No, El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access!?

No, pets are not allowed.

El Mar! Beachfront - Every room is oceanfront with it's own porch & bathroom access! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harriet C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location!!!

Wonderful stay on Folley beach. House was clean an comfortable. Bathrooms a bit dated (1980's) but only matters if you care about such things. Direct access to beach is excellent for taking a dip in the sea anytime. Board walk to beach over due for a rehab could use a bit of refurb, be careful of exposed screws. Screened in porches could use a bit of TLC for detached screens. Overall a fantastic spave for a beach vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed a week with family, 5 adults and 2 children.It was great! Rooms all nice and spacious and bathrooms were too. The only thing I would change is the porch and bridge leading to the beach. The wood was getting kind of old (as I’m sure it all does with the salt air) enjoyed our week so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph A., St. Louis, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack L., South CarolinaIrmo SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

Everything is focused on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

milton c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geanine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

This is our second stay at this property. Some upgrades were noticed! Still have a slow sink in the upstairs bathroom but overall you can’t beat this place. Right on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to escape to and enjoy the beach!

We loved staying at this house. The location was great, not too far from town but far enough to be away from the crowds. Wonderful desks at the house to sit out and enjoy the ocean. Plenty of space and many of the furnishings were nice quality. Struggled with the checkin process as we never received an email with the details and a call to the property management company did not result in the info. We had to call Vrbo and they called the property management company.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

patti t., Summerville SC

Liked: Cleanliness

A+++++

We were very pleased with this beach rental. Our family uses VRBO often and this rental is one of our favorite listings. The beach house was clean and had almost every amenity you could possibly need. The kitchen was well stocked, the starter products (toilet paper, dishwashing soap, shampoo and soap, etc) were more than plenty for our 3 day stay. The check in and check out procedures were easy to follow. We had 6 adults and 5 children and the home had plenty of room for everyone. You will not be disappointed with this beach house rental. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E., Saint Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous week at the shore!

We had the best time here. The spaces all worked so well for us. Every bed room had its own outdoor space. The view was spectacular. All the furnishings were comfortable and well maintained. The table was huge and perfect for puzzles. We loved the distance to town and walked for all our meals. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Bobby T.

Torn Screens and Broke AC

Upon arrival immediately noticed all the screens on the multiple porch areas were torn. Property blamed passing Hurricane for damages however no other property in the same stretch displayed any similar damage. AC unit did not function correctly the entire stay, and seemed to completely stop working the evening before our departure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th Family Vacation

Great property and location for a family vacation. Incredible non-stop views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. Family room and kitchen excellent for family gatherings. Bedrooms, sleeping spaces, and bathrooms set up very nicely for comfort and flexibility. Loved being able to have short walk from the back porch to the ocean for a swim or corn hole game, and then easily return to relax and soak in the sun with the family on the 3 different porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023