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"Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck!

Beachside vacation home with water park

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Interior
Smart TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Perched on Folly Beach, Making Waves offers a tranquil beach retreat with floor-to-ceiling ocean-side windows. Watch dolphins from the deck or enjoy toes-in-the-sand moments just steps away. This spacious home features an open living area, kitchen, and dining room with spectacular views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81323 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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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.

"Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck!

2024 FB License #: LIC003618(STR24-A0297)
Please note: This property is in a quiet residential community and Folly Beach has a strict noise ordinance violation rule of 1 strike. Simply respect your neighbors, keep the noise down, and NO parties:) Maximum capacity at all times is 8 guests.

You can't get much closer to the Ocean then this private home located at 1569 East Ashley, Folly Beach SC. "Making Waves" is the perfect choice for anyone looking for spectacular sunrises, dolphin viewing off the deck, toes in the sand just mere steps off the private deck and a tranquil stretch of beach to explore. All new windows installed in March of 2018. Ocean side windows are now floor to ceiling! Views are breathtaking!

"Making Waves" is a spacious and open home with spectacular views! The living area, kitchen and dining room are all ocean facing....making you feel as if you are on the beach even when in the home. This home is three bedrooms and two full bathrooms and can comfortably sleep 8 guests. Eight guests at any time is the maximum capacity for this home. We are dog friendly. Only 1 dog per reservation allowed. Pet fee is $25 per day.

BEWARE OF SCAMS: ONLY RESERVE THIS HOME DIRECTLY THROUGH REPUTABLE VACATION RENTAL PLATFORMS. YOU CAN ALSO RESERVE DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR SURFFISH REALTY WEBSITE. DO NOT RESERVE THROUGH PLATFORMS LIKE CRAIGSLIST. THESE ARE SCAMS. MAKE SURE YOU ARE CONTACTING MICHAEL OR DIANNE RAY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE PHONE NUMBERS LISTED ON THIS SITE AND AT OUR EMAIL michael@surffishrealty.com.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,323 square feet

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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

Rules

Please do not park in the yard/This is the septic tank and drainage field location. Parking will damage the field. You can park along the road.
If using the central heating/air system, do not open windows. If you open window, please make sure thermostat is turned off.
We do not provide or allow outdoor grills.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 per day per pet or 150 weekly per pet. 2 max

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Maximum capacity at all times is 8

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
Note from host: Maximum capacity at all times is 8
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
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 Registration Number STR24-

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • College of Charleston - 24 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 26 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 37 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Folly Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Folly Island Beaches and Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve. Folly River Park and Center Street are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

"Making Waves" Oceanfront/Pet Friendly/Less then 10 Steps to Beach off deck! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 216 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed at many properties at Folly Beach, but this will be our new annual destination! It was immaculately clean and we loved the unobstructed view of the ocean. You couldn’t get any closer to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

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

Great house

Perfect spot, had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Accuracy of online listing doesn’t do this beach house justice.

This is a wonderful house. Better than the listing. A great living room kitchen area with wall to ceiling oceanfront windows a great big deck with hot water outdoor shower Host was great too.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline O.

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

Great week in Folly!

We absolutely loved this beautiful house on the beach. The views were amazing! House was in a great location and very clean. We booked for next year already because we had such a great stay! Would 100% recommend this house if you plan on going to Folly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirjam K.

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

Beach Retreat

Our family had a wonderful time at Making Waves! The location is absolutely stunning and the host communication was perfect. We hope to return again soon to this wonderful beach retreat- perfect for a family looking to relax in a quiet and serene setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Absolutely wonderful!

Had a great time with 2 friends. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

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

Can’t wait for next year!!!

We absolutely loved the place!! The pictures are everything this place is and more. Being right on the ocean with all the amenities for my family. Dianne was quick to respond when texting. This beach house was an amazing vacation for my family!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Great Place

We stayed 4 days over spring break. Great house and location. This house is the epitome of Folly and great for a single family with a dog.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lita M.

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

wedding trip

property nice. Entrance door needs to be latched at bottom.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta L.

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

Great stay!

Loved our stay! The dog gate on the deck was an added bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura d.

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

Another Great Stay at Making Waves

The perfect beach house that allows you to step out your door and on to the beach. ( with your dog! ) Super clean and well equipped. Love the new deck and stairs. We stay here often!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jace j.

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

Perfect Spot

We loved staying here. The house was super clean and comfortable. The ocean view from the floor to ceiling windows is unbeatable, especially when the weather isn't ideal for being outside. and we beach, but they were a smal
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Spring Break

Great location at the quiet end of Folly Beach. You can't get any closer to the beach without being in the water. The house had starters for all paper products and a fully stocked kitchen for cooking. The floor length family room windows kept the beach feel alive on our 1 rainy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buffie L.

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

Great beach house

Stayed for the weekend, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable beach house

Great location on folly beach.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

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

Family Weekend

We had a great time again staying "making waves".
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison T.

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

Family trip

Loved having privacy and easy access to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

J R.

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

Perfection on Folly

Wonderful spot
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lucinda B.

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

Great location and nice place

Enjoyed visiting Folly Beach - close to Charleston and a laid back vibe in town. House is right on the beach and was terrific for walking and watching the waves.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great getaway

Second week at this property this year. Super relaxing with great views of the ocean. Easy access to beach. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Great location and house!

Beautiful house and view! Super clean and perfect location away from the crowd. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Perfect beach house!

Our family had a great experience at this lovely and very clean beach cottage! Can't beat the view or location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

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

Beautiful home perfect location

We had an amazing stay with our family. House was spotless and had everything we needed. Location was perfect and beach was amazing. My four year old even found a starfish! Beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Senior Trip

We had a super time in Folly Beach and loved the location of this property. Quiet location but close to the action.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great Beach Stay

House has stunning beach views. Kitchen is newly updated and well equipped. Deck is new and very big. Enjoyed the stay immensely.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024