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Santosha at Seascape Villa Steps from the Beach
Daphne's place was perfect for what I needed at the last moment. It was clean and she responded very quickly to my questions. Thank you!

Oceanview Sea Cabin 318B- Isle of Palms, SC!
Place was clean and nice. Location was fantastic. Lots of food and drink in walking distance. Beach was never crowded because the public could not get in through the Sea Cabins entrance.

Perfect spot to enjoy all that Folly Beach offers!
Loved the house and location. We were just far enough from downtown that we couldn’t hear the live music but close enough that it was easily walkable. We also liked being next to the pickleball court. Overall great place and easy access to Charleston for a couple day trips. Would definitely recommend!

Historic Old Mt Pleasant Hideaway
My sister, our friend and I stayed at Jills air bnb for four days! Our stay was everything we wanted and more! First, Jills responsiveness and flexibility was 10/10! We had an early flight into Charleston and a late flight out. Jill was flexible and responsive when we inquired about an early/late check in/out. Second, the air bnb was adorable! We had our own private entrance and the bathroom was a perfect space to get ready in with your friends! There was plenty of space in the air bnb but we did not feel overwhelmed! Third, Jill herself was a kind and personable host! We also had the pleasure of meeting her son, who was just as kind! Jill and her family were very welcoming and provided us with recommendations for local activities. We would stay with Jill again in a heartbeat!

Irie on Erie A
It was a perfect place to stay if you want to enjoy all the things Folly Beach has to offer while being in a peaceful, lovely place. We were able to walk to the beach, walk to all the restaurants, Bert’s. I highly recommend staying here

Mt. Pleasant Charming Suite near Beach, Charleston
We enjoyed our second visit to Alex and Karen’s place. It was just as pleasant and enjoyable as we remembered it from the previous year. The bedroom is quiet and comfortable, and the washer and dryer were a great convenience for our five-night stay. We found the kitchenette fine for fruit & cereal breakfasts, heating leftovers, and for snacks -- including more of the delicious banana nut bread provided! Alex and Karen are very gracious and accommodating, and their recommendations for restaurants and outings (as well as fascinating local history insights) were quite helpful on this visit. We enjoyed our opportunities to chat with them and to visit with their sweet golden retrievers, Telle and Skye. We would be happy to stay at their Charming Suite again.

“High Tide Retreat” Walkable to everything Folly!
Amazing bnb just steps to the beach. We went to burts, a 24 hour market before the beach and stocked up on snacks and drinks and walked straight into the beach every day. It was 20 mins from downtown Charleston where we were able to do several tours and museums during the day, And then come back to the bnb and relax at the beach or many restaurants in walking distance to the bnb. Entering the apartment was super easy and the check out instructions were very clear and easy to follow. We had an awesome stay and hope we find ourselves in folly beach again soon.

Sailors Rest: Pool & Sauna Johns Island SC Retreat
I loved everything about this beautiful property, they have everything that you need , it’s very kid friendly, looks just like the pictures and I love that this house is rooted in God !
House rentals with beach access

Heron House circa 1950 - steps to beach & town!
The house was perfect and the location is unbeatable. The whole house was clean and the hosts were easy to communicate with for check in and the checkout instructions were super clear.

Salt and Sol. Ocean Breezes in a Chic Home.
We enjoyed this Airbnb a lot! Lovely views back and front and the beach is maybe 3 minutes walk (look for the public access sign to the left, about three houses down). Great shower! Lovely kitchen! Comfy sofas! If we ever come back to folly beach, we would love to stay again. For the mobility challenged, it is only 12 steps to front door, unlike a lot of neighboring houses, which are on stilts and have 25+ steps. 😁

Pelicans Perch! Beach chairs included
Great place! We loved how close it was to town. We walked every where. The house was perfect for us and our toddler. The best thing is the lost dog cafe next door. We are there for breakfast every day.

Central Island Home
Safe neighborhood, very close to downtown Charleston, comfortable beds and a bonus for me Starbucks 0.4 miles near lol Would stay again and definitely recommend!

Best views on Folly!
Joe & Claire were great hosts, very personable. Stayed 5 nites in late April/early May. Beautiful location: decks on all levels/sides, sweeping views of marsh in back, high up views of ocean across street in front. Many perfect spots to sit depending on sun & wind. Great views of sunrise & sunset, lighthouse, etc. Furnishings comfortably accommodated gatherings for our family of 5 adults, tastefully decorated too. Kitchen well equipped, beach chairs/towels provided. Besides food/drink/personal items, can’t think of anything we wanted that wasn’t already there. We experienced one significant house utility issue that disrupted our stay, outside anyone’s control. Joe had it repaired and equitably resolved the impact to us. Location next best thing to beachfront, beach access just 100yd down road. Peacefully removed from busy central Folly Beach town area and just 5min ride to many casual restaurant/entertainment options there. Also easy 30min trip to Charleston for exploring and dinner.

Steps to Dining, Shopping, 3 Minute Walk to Beach
Perfect location! Very clean and beautifully decorated. This has been our favorite place to stay on Folly so far! The private backyard was our favorite and we appreciated being able to park before check in so we could walk around Folly and get some food and shopping in. My 6 year daughter wanted to be sure to tell you that she loved the bunk bed, the bright decorations and the flowers out front.

Redbud Suite 2 Beds/1 Bath, Pets Welcome + Parking
Great place to stay for our friend’s wedding and was in a great location. We had a great night and would definitely stay here again.

Luxury Beach Front Pet Friendly
Beautiful home, we would definitely recommend it to family and friends.
Condo rentals with beach access

Newly renovated Oceanfront Condo ~ Isle of Palms
Elizabeth responded quickly to questions. She is friendly and goes out of her way to make you feel welcome. We enjoyed her condo so much we extended our stay. The condo itself was very clean and exactly as advertised. Very close to private pier and beach. Was nice to go to the beach without the crowds of public beaches. Very close to Patriotic Point, Forts Sumpter and Moultrie. Many restaurants within walking distance. We hope to make it back next year!

The Best of Kiawah | Walk to Beach | Updated Condo
Chandler was very helpful when we had something come up the day of our check-in. He was super helpful, quick to respond, and easy to communicate with. The unit was just as pictured, tastefully decorated, and super clean. His check-in instructions were very easy to follow and the welcome book inside the unit answered any questions we had during the stay. We enjoyed morning coffee and evening cocktails on the screened porch. Peaceful and relaxing, just what we were looking for. We would definitely stay here again!

Paradise at Folly - Beautiful Riverfront Condo
Two words: absolutely wonderful! Felt right at home the moment we walked in. It was exactly as pictured and described. Close to everything. 20 minutes from Charleston and 5 min drive to ocean. Beautiful water views from porch. Also enjoyed time at the pool. Fully stocked kitchen. We will be returning again.

**Newly Renovated** Oceanfront Villa
Such a great spot, perfect for our babymoon getaway! Absolutely beautiful location, the beach is quite literally right in your backyard. Extremely quiet, private, and peaceful area. Very easy walk (0.3 ish miles) to coffee/breakfast in the morning at The Nest. We enjoyed the Ocean Room and Hege’s both for fantastic dinners. Freshfields shopping is also an easy drive for shops, groceries, and lunch spots. Ron was a wonderful host - we’d love to return!

Stylish Ocean Front Sanctuary
Everything was awesome. The only negative was we didn’t end up getting check-in access until about 5pm the first day, but we did get an hour later checkout. Would stay again for sure

Kiawah Island Villa Captain’s Quarters
Can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was at Captain's Quarters! Barbie instantly makes you feel welcome - from the detailed instructions on finding the villa, restaurant recommendations, quick responses on anything and everything to the clean and comfortable accommodations in the villa! The location of the villa is amazing! So quiet and private with quick beach access. We loved the outdoor sunroom area which overlooks the pond - the nature sounds and wildlife views were spectacular! The beach here is pristine too and was never busy, we felt like we had it all to ourselves! Overall 10/10!! We would definitely visit again!

Upper Level Villa; Bright & Modern - Beach/Pools
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Relax and Unwind in a Stylish Beachfront Villa
Jennifer and Chase were quick to respond to any hiccups that we encountered. The location of the condo was perfect for what we were there for. It was easy to access the beach and a very close walk to the pool. The condo was well stocked with basic essentials, and the decorations were aesthetically pleasing. Parking was plentiful and the overall area felt safe. We loved walking to the ice cream shop and having dole whip. The Acme restaurant was also an easy walk from the condo and I would recommend trying it. There’s a grocery store within a 4 minute drive and the location is close enough to do a nice day trip in Charleston. The coffee shop down the street from the condo wasn’t my cup of tea, but they were friendly and if you just need a quick pick me up it’ll do the trick. Overall, we enjoyed our trip and would come back the Sea Cabins.
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