Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
12 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Surfside Beach
This vacation home is located within a mile (2 km) of Surfside Dog Park and Fuller Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean
Surfside Beach is wide & clean with plenty of open space. Our property is the 3rd home from the Atlantic and where Ocean Blvd is closest to the waves. The neighborhood is refined with many permanent upscale residences. Our home (yes, home as we bring our family & friends here, too) is an independent house with private pool, grounds & decks. We are the original 'Little Pink House' in Surfside.
We have been with VRBO for 19+ years (when VRBO was truly VRBO) and prefer to deal with guests directly. (We also have a 2BR oceanfront across the street, VRBO #4224270). Crazy changes make it difficult to ensure you are getting a quality vacation home & we are hosting responsible adults - so inquire 1st. Don't let this site pressure you - ask questions. If you have a request - ask. If you need less than a week - ask. Let's return to personal service.
Ooo La La ~~ Bella spiaggia! Now - a little about our beautiful La Vita Bella that we adore...she is designed for those looking to relax with family. LVB is extremely well maintained, clean (check reviews), spacious & well equipped. Yes, she is a HOME (mom-in-law loves her too). "Little Pink Houses for you and me!" (who said that?)
~~ La Vita Bella (Life is Beautiful!) is a 2500 SF Luxury Home Professionally Decorated, Landscaped & Maintained. The Custom in-ground POOL with lounge chairs, grass yard and mature palms that offer a bit of shade in the hot South Carolina afternoons. LVB has 3 porch/balconies: main floor living/dining room (beautifully furnished & impeccably maintained) access overlooking pool yard with Ocean views; Upstairs Master BR balcony presents both Ocean and Fabulous Southern sky views - night & day! Plus a porch facing the lightly trafficked side street. With only about 59 Steps to the Beach - La Vita Bella REALLY IS CLOSER to the ocean than many 2nd row homes in Surfside Beach. This home is in a far less dense location than areas north or south, which means more room on the beach.
Imagine: Returning to La Vita Bella after a day at the wide sand beach to sit on your balcony overlooking the pool - sipping a cool refreshing drink, watching the pelicans dip & swoop over the ocean. Or maybe you awaken in the morning to step outside onto your Master bedroom balcony to see the sunrise colors over the Atlantic . . .
An EASY vacation with so much to offer - La Vita Bella! (Life is Beautiful!): ~ NEW Cambria quartz counters - bellissima! ~ GE PROFILE Kitchen Appliances in 'Slate' ~ NEW carpets throughout home, professionally steam cleaned 2x a year ~ NEW Living Room Furniture ~ Secure Wi-Fi Internet ~ NEW Luxury Serta Perfect Sleeper Beds - Comfy! ~ The ORIGINAL Pink house in Surfside ~ The color is Charisma - yes, that's the color, don't 'ya just love it? (now there are many copy-cats) ~ Freshly Painted INTERIOR too ~ Each & Every year we update & add fresh details; Smart TV, new dishes, Swing, picnic table, etc. ~ ~ One Small NO-SHED dog under 20 lbs welcomed with written approval & security deposit. (no other pets - we have allergies)
You can C us on Fcbk at La Vita Bella, Surfside Beach, SC - Insta too! -or- Find Penny at her real job, Lexington Property Management, Greenwich NY (Apt. mgmt WAY upstate NY). I have managed this home, my home, for more than 18 years, as well as our 2 bedroom condo across the street, Cielo Vista.
Activities: Many Family Games, Cards & Table, Books for all ages, Rocking Chairs, Deck & Pool Furniture, Plenty of Parking, *In-Ground Pool w/ heating option. 59 Steps to wide white Beach, Swimming, Snorkeling/Diving, Sunbathing, Water-Skiing, Parasailing, Biking (rentals available), 100+ Golf Courses, Tennis at nearby park, 30+ Miniature Golf Courses, Amusement Parks, Waterslide Parks, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Outlet-Shopping, Restaurants, Live Theater, Cinemas, Museums, Sightseeing, Boating, Sailing, Surfing, Windsurfing, Jet Skiing, Shelling, Kayaking.
Area: La Vita Bella really is closer to the beach access than most 2nd row homes. Located just 5 minutes from major attractions including Broadway at the Beach, over 100 golf courses, shopping outlets, and all popular Myrtle Beach attractions; 15 minutes to restaurant row in Murrell's Inlet and Pawleys Island; 90 minutes to historic Charleston, South Carolina. Lots of shopping nearby, entertainment for everyone, one mile from Ocean Fishing Pier. Be sure to visit Broadway at the Beach, Ripley's Aquarium, NASCAR Racing Theater and **DO NOT miss Brookgreen Gardens !
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Please respect ~
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Heated pool
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 2,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave LVB neat & tidy, all items returned to their 'home'.
A quick vacuum & sweep is appreciated. Leave white linens in laundry area; they are professionally cleaned elsewhere.
Pay it forward by replacing what you used. Text Penny if anything needs extra attention. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
We do not charge extra cleaning fees as our guests AGREE to leave our home CLEAN & TIDY (broom swept so to speak).
We Welcome ONLY one small <20lb NO-SHED dog per reservation ~ we may request the dog's license as proof of breed. My daughter & I have pet allergies.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Only No-Shed pups under <20lbs CONSIDERED.
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Please include all children in total guest count.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please respect ~
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 26
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Clean Home + Pool + Great Location = Great Memories Value!
Clean Home + Pool + Great Location = Great Memories Value!
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Surfside Beach, a short 17-minute walk from Surfside Dog Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Fuller Park. You'll also find Garden City Beach and Ocean Lakes Beach within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
What do couples enjoy most about The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a private pool and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.
Are there hot tubs at The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean?
No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR), which is 6.9 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand), which is located 29.5 mi away (37-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean?
Yes, every house at The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.
The Ideal Vacation ~ Private POOL, Perfect Location ~ Spacious & Clean Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 99 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Brian W.
Apr 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great on 2 minute walk to the beach. House had everything we needed. Kitchen was well stocked. Host was very responsive
Brian W.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra M.
Sep 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location. Couldn’t ask for more!
Alexandra M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa K.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our time at La Vita Bella was nothing short of amazing! The location was quiet, yet convenient! With a super short walk to the beach, it was perfect for the adults and the kids. The pool was a great size for our group and everything you needed was there for your use! Penny was super attentive, as the pool light went out and the next day it was fixed and working perfectly! Highly recommend this property!
Lisa K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
Jul 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
LVB is the best!
Our entirely family stayed in LVB for a week in June and it was the best experience. The house was spacious, well organized, and laid out very efficiently for multiple families. The pool was perfect and the beach was VERY close! It was great to bring the kids back and forth during the day. The area is quiet and peaceful. We really enjoyed our time and home to come back one day!
Lisa M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pauline P.
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Beautiful Pink House
Exceeded expectations! Short walk to the beach. Private pool was a big plus for the grandkids! Beautiful maintained property. Highly recommend! Host was a pleasure to work with! Kept us updated and well informed. Can’t wait to go back!!
Pauline P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tony V.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
The house was perfect, great communication with the owner and the location to all activities in the area was a bonus. The house was very clean and well maintained, the owners take great pride in this rental.
Tony V.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carlos A.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
LVB - Wonderful STay
The house was as advertised. It was in a great location (only steps away from the 13th avenue beach entrance), the pool was perfect, the house was very clean with updated and comfortable furniture and was very well supplied with what was needed to have a great vacation in terms of updated/working appliances, more than enough utensils and pots and pans to cook, and a good supply of cleaning materials. Penny was wonderful in her response to a couple of issues that we had. She listened and addressed the problems right away. Overall, an excellent location and one of our best stays in the Myrtle Area
Carlos A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Duane P.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely La Vita Bella
La Vita Bella was exactly as advertised. We were so happy that it met our wants and needs perfectly. Loved the location - walking to the beach and cozy Surfside Beach restaurants. Penny was very responsive to us and communicated throughout which helped to ensure we knew exactly what to expect. The home was clean and well maintained. We loved our week with La Vita Bella. Thank you Penny!
Duane P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Derrick R.
Jul 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach home and host
Beautiful beach house located within 60 steps of the beach. House has all of the amenities that you would need, very clean, and well kept. Host was there for anything we needed. Couldn’t have asked for a better beach house or host.
Derrick R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tommy C.
Sep 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Our family truly enjoyed our week. We would highly recommend.
Tommy C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa R.
Aug 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
La Bella Vita summer vacation
Great house for a family vacation! Beach is just minutes away and the layout gives everyone their own space.
Melissa R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melanie L.
Aug 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect summer vacation
Our family absolutely loved La Vita Bella. The home is beautifully decorated and clean!! There is nothing to want for in a vacation. We've vacationed at Myrtle Beach for many years in homes and condos and this was my favorite! The walk to the beach isn't even what I consider a walk. It's a short one minute walk and traffic is minimal in this area. So peaceful and the pool is excellent! I wouldnt have changed a thing. I also appreciated Penny's communication through the process. She made everything seemless. This is a 💎 of a vacation stay. So happy we found it!!
Melanie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda E., Littleton
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
La Vita Bella
The property was wonderful! It was clean and very well maintained. The owner Penny was very helpful and answered all our questions.
The private pool was also very clean and a nice spot to cool off.
The house location was the best with only a very short walk to the beach access entry.
Linda E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steve D.
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We had a wonderful time at La Vita Bella. Clean, spacious, and a 3 minute walk to the beach. We spent equal times at the beach and the pool. Surfside Beach proved to be a nice vacation spot: close to the Grand Strand amenities but preserves a quiet neighborhood setting. We will definitely return.
Steve D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jamie W.
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Love It!
Property is very clean and well maintained. This was the first time to Surfside Beach. We could not have ask for a better place to stay. The home had everything we needed. The pool is nice and clean. The balconies are so relaxing to sit and take in the breeze while enjoying the ocean views. Steps away we were on the beach. I highly recommend this property. It was a pleasure staying there and Penny is a wonderful host. We will definitely be back.
Jamie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
kim b.
Jul 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great week!!
The house was perfect for our group!! Lots of room for our grown kids and their friends. The beach was only a few steps away!! The kitchen was well-stocked. The pool was nice and offered a great place to hang out after dinner!! Penny was informative and easily accessible!! Will definitely be back next time we head to the beach!
kim b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This was our first trip to Surfside Beach and we greatly enjoyed our stay. The house was a great location, clean and plenty of room for our family. Beach access is easy & very close. Penny is great to work with and attentive to any questions we had! We look forward to returning!
Laura G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
Apr 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Working Vacation
This home is beautiful and exactly as pictured! The host is super sweet and great to work with. My adult daughter and I both work remote so we planned this fun - half work / half vacay - week! The beach is beautiful and the little downtown in Surfside is great. Also found a great ice cream place named Painters, not to far from the house.
We can’t wait to go back to the La Vita Bella!
Kelly S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sherry M., Elkton, MD
Sep 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Everyone really enjoyed their stay in Surfside Beach.
Sherry M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pat K.
Aug 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
La Vita Bella was clean, convenient, comfortable and everything you could want to cook with was in the kitchen. We loved the pool and balconies. Every bedroom has easy access to a bathroom, with 3 being en suite. Penny could not have been better with communication. We had a small problem with the AC that was fixed almost within an hour of reporting it!The only drawback for us was that with houses being close together, we had neighbors who were very noisy on 2 sides.
Pat K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
John D.
Aug 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
LVB Surfside
Beautiful home as advertised. Great location and services.
John D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matt N.
Aug 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a family vacation!
Perfect house near the beach for a large family get together. The property was neat and clean, well maintained, and had everything we needed for a great week.
Matt N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Sheldon D.
Jun 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cypress Downs Surfside
The house convenience to everything was awsome. The issue was the beach rules for tents. Was not posted anywhere. Got scolded by beach patrol.
Sheldon D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
May 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vacation
This was one of the most enjoyable vacations to date. The home is beautifully maintained and the amenities are wonderful. Penny is a very welcoming host and very responsive. We will 100% be booking with her again!
Rebecca M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Toni M.
Apr 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation!
We had a wonderful time!
The property and area was perfect!