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Riverside Inn and Cottages

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of The Citadel

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The Riverside Inn and Cottages offers a peaceful getaway with WiFi and an outdoor entertainment area. Beach towels are provided for Morris Island Lighthouse trips, while in-room coffee/tea service and barbecue grills enhance the relaxed coastal experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Room options

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Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (King's Tide) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (King's Tide)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Drunken Sailor) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Drunken Sailor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Surf Shack) | Living area

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Surf Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Turtle's Nest) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Turtle's Nest)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
116 East Indian Avenue, Folly Beach, SC, 29439

What's nearby

  • Center Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Folly Island Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Folly Beach County Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Port of Charleston - 21 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 27 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lowlife - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Riverside Inn and Cottages

Guest house near Charleston Music Hall
Located close to Morris Island Lighthouse, Riverside Inn and Cottages provides an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in reception and barbecues
  • Beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges, dishwashers and microwaves
  • Smart TVs with Hulu, streaming services and digital channels
  • Decks/patios, ovens and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Hulu
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Folly East Indian Company Hotel Folly Beach
Folly East Indian Company Hotel
Folly East Indian Company Folly Beach
Folly Indian Company Folly
Riverside Inn Cottages
Folly East Indian Company
Riverside And Cottages Folly
Riverside Inn and Cottages Guesthouse
Riverside Inn and Cottages Folly Beach
Riverside Inn and Cottages Guesthouse Folly Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Inn and Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Inn and Cottages?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Inn and Cottages on 3 Dec 2025 start from NZ$243.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverside Inn and Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Inn and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverside Inn and Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Inn and Cottages located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is within 12 mi (20 km) of The Citadel, College of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall. South Carolina Aquarium and Charleston City Market are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Riverside Inn and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 324 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 324 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 324 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 324 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 324 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joyce and Kat were great hostesses. Enjoyed our coversations. Love the quaint decor. Quiet and comfortable room. Block from public beach ad Center Ave. Loved my stay, I will stay at the Riverside again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
That azul room and it's 1955 squeaky bed is not
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room and continental breakfast near Center Street. Parking can be a challenge since its off premise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the privacy of having our own outside entrance along with also being apart of the house for breakfast and other amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Folly Cabin (room 5). It was quiet and comfortable. Staff is great. Location is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, nice cozy room .. love that they served breakfast .. felt like staying at home away from home. Only complaints are TV was hard to use and having issues watching anything, and could use blind on window in door facing bed. Glad to have stayed. Joyce the housekeeper was so sweet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet stay

Excellent place to stay if you are in Folly beach area. Very comfortable and walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Collection of cottages and the inn on the marsh side of the island. Old time beach feel. Very cozy and comfortable. Staff amazingly friendly and available. Kitchen available. Walk to main Folly Beach area easily. Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely, the service first rate, and it's in a super spot for Folly Beach. Definitely plan on coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people and area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful friendly peaceful educational a very enjoyable trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay. Very fun and inventive concept for a couple or family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Laid back environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing B&B

Great, electric bed and breakfast. Joyce was an amazing hostess and we loved our location that made everything in Folly Beach walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a great time stay. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Will definitely go back

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful breakfast. Great location-5 blocks from the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this property. I have been coming here for years.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I loved our visit to Folly Beach. Great location and was able to walk to restaurants, bars, and the beach. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay right in the center of town I have not complaining but it would have been nice if they put up some shades on the porch side so you did not get all the light from the neighbor's house great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room. Nice common room with full kitchen. Great fruit & breakfast options. Filtered water always available was enjoyable. Cute boardwalk behind and park next door. Short walk to delicious restaurants, shopping, beach & pier.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all above our expectations, truly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice!!

Super cute beach house. Amazing breakfast spread. Everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a bed & breakfast concept with a few separate cottages. The vibe is spot on. Our room was right next to the community kitchen and dining area, so was noisy in the morning. That is the only complaint. Will definitely plan another stay in the future.