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Mermaid Memories! Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage w/Large Porch & Sunroom - Stellar Reviews!

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TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121456 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Folly Beach, SC
  • Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Folly Beach County Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Folly Beach

This vacation home places you next to Folly Island Beaches and within a 5-minute walk of Folly Beach County Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Folly Beach County Park - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Cay Marina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Center Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 30 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Loggerheads Beach Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Folly Beach Crab Shack - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Mermaid Memories! Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage w/Large Porch & Sunroom - Stellar Reviews!

Reservations will receive $250 credit toward beach gear rentals! *applies for stays 3-14 nights only

* BR 1: 1 King, BR 2: 2 Queen Bunk Beds, BR 3: 1 King Bed, Sunroom: 2 Twin Daybeds, Sleeps: 12, Private Beach Access, Close To Folly Beach Park, Sunset Views, Folly Beach

Welcome to Mermaid Memories on Folly Beach! This fantastic 3 bedroom 3 bath oceanfront beach home has just been completely renovated. Located on Folly's private West end of the island is the perfect spot for the family summer vacation or long weekend getaway. Nature is abound at this end of the island with dolphin "beaching" encounters as they chase their prey at the county park as well as the chance to witness nesting loggerhead turtles first hand. The owners have spared no expense in turning the home into a upgraded modern beach home while preserving the feel of a classic beach cottage. Ocean views from almost every room in the house will provide the perfect backdrop for a perfect vacation.

Upon entering the home you will appreciate the open floor plan with ocean views around every corner. The kitchen includes all of the modern conveniences of home and has been stocked with all of the amenities even the most discerning family chef would require including Ninja blender, panini maker, waffle maker and Keurig coffee maker! Breakfast bar overlooks the dining area and living room area and provides a seamless transition from one gathering spot to the next. The dining room includes large dining table for the family to gather after a long day on the beach as well as a kids table. Living room features large flat-screen TV for the rare rainy day and large comfy couches to relax on after a long day in the sun.

The oceanfront sunroom is the favorite room in the house and is only separate from the living area by large sliding glass doors. The sunroom has fantastic ocean views and includes 2 twin day beds perfect for a late afternoon nap or spot to catch up on your favorite book. The sunroom provides oceanfront porch access where 2 large palm trees provide natural shade that remind you why you came on vacation in the first place. Numerous outdoor seating options provided on the oceanfront deck will allow everyone to have the best seat in the house for the stunning Folly sunrises and sunsets over the Atlantic. Oceanfront deck connects to the boardwalk, leading you straight onto the beach.

The three bedrooms all have new bedding and new high grade linens. The master includes king bed and private access to the sunroom. Master has attached master bath for the head of the family. The second bedroom includes two bunk beds with both the top and bottom bunks housing queen size beds. Second bedroom has close access to full bathroom off hallway connecting the bedroom and living area. The third bedroom features a king bed with private deck access and comes with a full private bath. The home comfortably sleeps a total of 12 with 2 in the master, 8 in the second bedroom, 2 in the third bedroom and then 2 extra spots on the day beds in the sunroom.

Mermaid Memories includes all of the modern conveniences you would expect in a high-end rental. High efficiency washer and dryer, dishwasher, HD TV's with YouTubeTV in living room and master as well as free WIFI. The home is very child friendly with step stool in bathroom, child's table with two chairs and bench, pack n/play, and restaurant style wood high chair. Home also features an outdoor shower underneath the home, as well as a shower rinse off on the boardwalk. Home is strictly not pet-friendly and non-smoking. NO events allowed that exceed the maximum occupancy of the home. Must be 25 years old or older to rent. Please contact us with any additional questions. We hope to see you soon!

About the Owners:
Owners, Rad and Joyce Finch, from Iowa have six adult children and 12 grandkids ages 1 year to age 19. Joyce's annual Folly Beach tradition began in July 1968. Only the year of Hurricane Hugo kept her away. Purchasing this special home in 2015 made it possible to share the Folly experience and joy with many other families. We hope our guests feel like part of our family every time they stay in Mermaid Memories at our favorite place - Folly Beach! We are indeed thankful and blessed!

Folly Beach Business License #35985
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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: 1,456 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

481983

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Folly Beach, just steps from Folly Island Beaches and Sunset Cay Marina, and within a short walk of Folly Beach County Park. You'll also find Folly Beach Fishing Pier and Center Street within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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.

Is Mermaid Memories! Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage w/Large Porch & Sunroom - Stellar Reviews! a good place to stay for couples?

With a stay at this beachfront vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and ocean views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Mermaid Memories! Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage w/Large Porch & Sunroom - Stellar Reviews!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), which is 22.3 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mermaid Memories! Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage w/Large Porch & Sunroom - Stellar Reviews!?

Yes, every accommodation at Mermaid Memories! Oceanfront Folly Beach Cottage w/Large Porch & Sunroom - Stellar Reviews! comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.