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Escape to Sand Castle, a stunning 5BD/4.5 BA beach retreat in Folly Beach, with three living areas and plenty of space for gatherings. Enjoy the large saltwater pool, private beach with white sand and volleyball games or relax by the fire pit on chilly evenings. With high-speed WiFi throughout the house, Smart TVs in each room and an outdoor propane grill nearby you can unwind while staying connected.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St.

FLEXIBLE 4th of JULY dates to accommodate the SATURDAY holiday this year and avoid traveling on the 4th!! Play with the dates for an option that fits :)

Please note: This property is in a quiet residential community, and Folly Beach has a strict noise ordinance violation rule of 1 strike. Respect your neighbors, keep the noise down, and no parties.

Welcome to Sand Castle! This impeccable 5BD/4.5 BA beach retreat can accommodate up to 12 guests and offers plenty of space for gatherings. This home has been well-maintained, updated, and stylishly decorated! Sand Castle includes three living areas. A sitting area to enjoy your company, a family room open to the kitchen with plush leather reclining couches, a 49" Roku HDTV with Xfinity, and an upstairs giant media/sports center complete with an 80" HDTV, a rotating game table for playing air hockey or pool and a basketball arcade game.

A few blocks from the ocean and only four doors from Center Street, where most of the Island's restaurants and shops are located, this home's location is ideal! Additionally, it is only three doors down from the Lost Dog Cafe – the most popular place on Folly Beach to gather with locals and visitors for breakfast or lunch. There is also a gas station/convenience store located just a short walk away on Center Street downtown.

Pool, "Beach" and Games
The large saltwater pool will be the highlight of your stay (a walk-in shower and commode are nearby). The beautiful pool is adjacent to your private beach with white sand, a veranda, and a fire pit with Adirondack chairs where you can enjoy playing volleyball, badminton, cornhole, a ladder toss game, and Bocce Ball (all game sets are provided). Also, there is a ping pong table and a magnetic dart board game in the enclosed area under the house!
The pool can be heated upon request for an additional fee of $40.00/day (added to your reservation after you place the booking). If not requested at the time of booking, this option must be requested and paid for at least two days in advance. Pool heating can only be requested for the entire length or remainder of your stay. If you would like to add this option, please note this when making your reservation or contact our office during office hours.
**Please note that the pool does not get higher than 75 degrees during the colder months from mid-December through February/mid-March. Also, the weather will affect the pool temperature, and very cold weather may keep the pool from reaching even 75 degrees. We cannot guarantee a specific temperature for any day of your stay. No refunds will be given, including if weather conditions prevent your use of the pool. The pool heater thermostat will be set to 82-84 degrees F.

The space
Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King - Private Bath with Soaking Tub and Walk-In Shower - 32" Roku TV
Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen - In Suite access to the shared hallway bathroom - 32" Roku HDTV
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): King - Private Bath with Shower - 39" HDTV
Bedroom 4 (Upstairs): Queen - Smart TV, Shared Full Bath
Bedroom 5 (Upstairs): 2 Full - 32" Roku HDTV, Shared Full Bath
Approximate Sq. Footage: 2922

Notes
You must be at least 25 Years old to rent this home.
Contactless Check-In: This home offers a keyless entry system, and we will provide the code before your arrival date.
Parking and accessibility: This home can accommodate 4 cars on its paved driveway. Public spaces are available along the street. The house is accessible by stairs inside the enclosed ground floor with a motorized chair lift for the disabled. A stair-climbing 3-wheel dolly is also available for moving your belongings from your car into the house.
We do not provide beach equipment, but anything available at the property is yours to use.
Check-in time: 4 pm. Check-out time: 10 am.
The Folly Beach noise ordinance is from 10 pm to 8 am.
No pets allowed. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy dogs are not service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA and are not allowed in properties unless specifically designated in writing as “pets considered” and approved by our office.
No smoking is allowed in or outside of the house.
House parties, weddings, functions, events, bands, DJs, etc., are prohibited.
The occupancy cannot exceed 12 people at any time during your stay.
We require 50% payment at the time of booking. The remaining 50% of your balance will be due 30 days before the check-in date, and we will run the card on file. Bookings within 30 days of your arrival date require full payment at the time of booking.
12 miles to Downtown Charleston.
22 miles to Charleston Airport.
This property is located near Downtown Folly Beach, close to all of the restaurants and nightlife. Normally quiet hours start at 10pm, but are extended to 11pm on weekends.

Amenities
High-Speed Wi-Fi, Smart TVs throughout the house
High thread count linens & towels (minus beach towels)
Fully equipped kitchen
Starter kits for kitchen and bathrooms (including paper products)
Washer and dryer
Outdoor shower with hot and cold water
Outdoor propane grill
Outdoor firepit
Games

MyOceanRental strives to ensure peace for all our guests, neighbors, and the community of Folly Beach. To comply with Folly Beach's new strict noise ordinance, we now use noise sensors in our properties. NoiseAware is a smart home device that measures decibel levels, is 100% privacy compliant, and does not listen or record. If the noise level exceeds the legal limit for FB, you will receive a friendly reminder text message to turn the noise down. This will help avoid any violations with the FB police that can result in fines and revoke the homeowner's business license.

Suppose the occupancy is misrepresented or a disturbance is reported at the property. In that case, we reserve the right to terminate your rental agreement and will require that you vacate the property immediately without a refund. However, we are committed to your and our community's comfort, so please let us know if we can do anything during your stay to make it more enjoyable.

This property is licensed by the City of Folly Beach to be used as a vacation rental property; Business license LIC005179 and Rental Registration STR24-A0259.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not 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 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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

1st Block W Huron Ave Sand Castle Saltwater Pool!
371862

About the area

Located in Folly Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Charleston City Market is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Consider Historic Rice Mill for a night out or Charleston Museum if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Folly Beach travel guide
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Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Sunrise as the rays dance through the logs...
    Center Street
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve on Folly Island, SC
    Folly Island Beaches
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Folly Beach Pier Charleston SC Coast Atlantic Ocean Pastel Sunrise vacation destination scenics
    Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Folly Beach on Folly Beach Island Charleston, South Carolina Dur
    Folly Beach County Park
    3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Folly River Park
    1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tides Folly Beach
    8 min walk
  • LoLo's
    19 min walk
  • Rita's Seaside Grille
    5 min walk
  • Dead Low Coffee
    6 min walk
  • Circle K
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St. located?

This family-friendly Folly Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Folly River Park and Center Street. Folly Island Beaches and Folly Beach Fishing Pier are also within 10 minutes.

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Sand Castle - Beach Retreat - Saltwater Heated Pool - 1st Block from the Center St. Reviews

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9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was super responsive and kind! Amenities were fantastic! The heated pool in December was amazing and definitely worth the extra cost. Beautiful property, comfortable beds, and clean home! Location was fantastic, as it was easy to drive to downtown Charleston and it was walking distance to the beach. Would gladly stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jule J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the Sand Castle. The house was very large, clean, quiet and well appointed, with comfortable furniture and lots to do. Check-in and check-out were super easy, and we didn’t have to contact our host even once. The pool was large and a lot of fun and the location couldn’t have been better, with easy walking access to restaurants, bars and the beach, as well as short drives to Bowen’s Island for oysters and into Charleston! When we come back to Folly Beach, we’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

todd l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay. The location of the property, the amenities of the home and the management were all of the highest quality. We hope to visit this property again in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

The house was perfect for our group. The size, location (walk to everything) pool etc couldn’t be beat. We had 2 families with our 6 adult children and we all said we’d go back in a heartbeat and rent that house again. Plenty of space, beds and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded our expectations

This was such a fun house to rent!! We couldn’t believe how large and clean it was! And not to mention, how close it was to town. We can’t wait to rent here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great house and location

the house is great-lots of space for large groups. the pool and outdoor area were great. also the location was walkable to everything in folly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House for families!

Large home for multiple families! Very clean, great location, lots for kids to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mallory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Gem

We loved our stay and how quiet the home was even though it's steps away from town. The backyard is a great oasis to keep out of the crowds if you want to hang out and spend quality time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Still Family Christmas

Beautiful home, well equipped and wonderful location. Easy walk to shops, beach and pier! Lots of things for the kids to do. Quiet neighborhood location just off Center street. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip 2023

We enjoyed our stay in folly Beach. Great location and the house was beautiful and relaxing. The property manager was responsive and check-in was easy. We would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We had a phenomenal time staying at this house. The location couldn’t have been better in Folly. We had some questions for the property manager and they were very responsive and easy to work with! I definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Girls Weekend!

we had the best time celebrating our favorite bride to be in this spacious, beautiful home! Pool and deck and volleyball and fire pit were all huge perks. Especially with being a five minute walk to downtown Folly and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home on folly beach!

A wonderful home. Properly is well maintained and comfortable. The heated pool was a hit for our December family get together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location with extra amenities

From booking to check out the process exceeded our expectations with the host. They made sure to go above and beyond to make sure we had a great trip. The home is situated perfectly to downtown to walk to your favorite establishments. The home was very clean and well taken care of. This home is perfect for anyone of all ages. We will book this location again on our next trip to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

So much fun!

The sandcastle was the perfect folly beach home for our group of friends! Everyone was blown away by the outdoor pool and all the activities available. The proximity to lost dog and center street was also extremely convenient. We will definitely be back! From MyOceanRental: Thank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure hosting your group and we hope that you stay with us again, next time you visit Folly Beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful home that has something for everyone!

Our family loved this charming home! Very warm and inviting. We also appreciated the fact that it was accommodating to elderly family members having a lift chair and accessible wheelchair at the home. There are many activities to do inside and out, something to enjoy for all ages!! We will definitely be staying here again!! One of the nicest and most accommodating homes we have ever stayed at! Many thanks to the family for allowing us the opportunity to stay and enjoy a week that filled us with memories we will share for years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura Ann W.

Great stay!

We had the best stay at this wonderful home. This house was perfect for our large group and the yard could not have been any better for the children. Big pool with lots of floats, volleyball, fire pit and close to all the restaurants and shops but also right there by the beach. We all loved it! Would definitely recommend and we plan on staying there again next year for our family Christmas! MyOceanRental: Thank you for your review! We hope that you choose MyOceanRental for your next Folly Beach adventure!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

114 W Huron House

Thank you so much for having us at your house. The place was amazing and worked great for the group of people staying there. The house was clean when we showed up and had great amenities to it. We enjoyed the large bedroom and the game room downstairs. The house was very close walking distance to the bars and beach downtown which we loved. We will definitely consider coming back to stay again. I'll be sure to recommend this place to all my friends. MyOceanRental: Thank you for your review and we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at beautiful Folly Beach!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Wonderful Experience at Folly Beach

The house and the amenities were perfect for a week at the beach. You can walk to restaurants, shops and beach all within minutes. The house is spacious and set up well for families and friends to share. The entire experience was excellent and the service provided by the My Ocean Rental was top notch! We will rent this home again and highly recommend it to others! Thank you for your review and your feedback. We are so glad that you enjoyed the quick walk to the beach and the great home. It was a pleasure hosting your family and we hope that you stay with us again next time you visit Folly Beach!
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10/10 Excellent

Don O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Folley Fun

The house was exactly as shown, and was perfect for us and the management went beyond. When our coffee maker blew up. They brought us a new one within 30 minutes. I highly recommend staying here it’s close to everything. And there’s so much to do in and around the house. You will never get bored. It’s also relaxing and cozy. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peggie D.

Very Impressive

Ocean rental was the best at getting us in the house and checking on us during our stay. The house had everything we needed. I had 5 teenagers and they all had a great time. The house is walking distance to everything even the beach. The second floor was a great little get away. This house is an absolute must if you are looking for a relaxing stay with lots of entertainment. We had an awesome stay and hope to be back soon. From MyOceanRental: Thank you for your review. We are so glad that everyone, including the 5 teenagers, enjoyed their stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting your group and we look forward to hosting you guys again on your next Folly Beach adventure.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

All we wanted and more

The home was perfect for our family reunion. We were originally looking for beachfront property but thanks to the addition of a long golf cart we didn't miss it. The pool was a HUGE hit with the kids and the adults. We also had a great time playing ping pong, badminton, corn hole, air hockey and enjoyed an impromptu Karaoke party thanks to the amenities at the house. There are 2 large and comfortable sitting areas to watch tv and the kitchen had ample space to accommodate both the serious cooks and those just looking for snacks. Beds were comfortable and there were plenty of bathrooms for 7 adults and 3 kids. We would definitely stay there again. Response from MyOceanRental: It was a pleasure hosting your group!! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you stay with us again next time you visit Folly Beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

This house was wonderful. Came with my family of 5 (6, 4, and 8mo this) plus my parents. The layout was fantastic, our family had the upstairs with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The tv was huge and the games were fun for the kids. The main floor layout was great with 2 more full bedrooms and their own en suite bathrooms and walk in showers. The house is amazingly accessible for aging family members or family with physical disabilities. Lots of space to spread out within the house and everything was well taken care of. The outdoor space was perfect and we swam every day. The listing says no beach/pool gear, but plenty had been left by other tenants. We walked to Center street for some meals and shopping and the walk to the beach was quick and easy. We would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

Great Stay!

Overall, I would rate our stay 10/10. The house is amazing and the pool was an absolute game changer. Only minor critique I would make is that one of the full beds upstairs needs a mattress change (If you can, put kids in that room! We had a house full of adults and the person sleeping on the left bed had a bit of a rough time getting good sleep). Nothing major, just something to note. Also, no fault of the house...parking in Folly is a racket... If I ever make it back to Folly Beach, I would 1000% rent here again!! MyOceanRental: Thank you for your review and feedback! We hope that you choose MyOceanRental for your next Folly Beach adventure!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Wonderful property!

Our family enjoyed a week's stay on Folly Island and thoroughly enjoyed this property. The location was ideal for walking to restaurants and shops. Compliant with COVID restrictions, the restaurants all had outdoor socially distanced seating. The house is also well situated for a quick walk to the beach. We opted to rent a six person golf cart to help transport our beach gear, but the walk was very easy and quick. The house has very nice amenities, was exceptionally clean upon our arrival, and My Ocean Rental responded very promptly when contacted for a minor issue. The pool was our gathering spot each afternoon and was one of the highlights of our stay. I suggested to the rental agency that the kitchen, while large and well appointed, the cabinets and drawers needed a bit of organizing. I hope for the sake of future renters that this gets completed. We hope to make this an annual family trip. Response from MyOceanRental: Thank you for your review and feedback!! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you stay with us again next time you visit Folly Beach!