We celebrated 4th of July week at this property in Mariner’s Walk - it was our second vacation in IoP and first in Wild Dunes, and while we had a lovely visit, there were definitely pros/cons on this property to share with other prospective renters just to help with expectations.
Pros: Good location, relatively quiet and less crazy section of the beach, nice and wide with plenty of space to set up. Easy walk to the beach for a condo unit, with a cut through directly across the parking lot from the unit to the beach access with a ramp (which was great for our baby gear wagon; the main beach access for the complex has steps). Rental chairs and umbrellas available beach side if you don’t want to pack yours in (although the rental company has pre-staked out the prime spots at the high tide line with all of their chairs and umbrellas). Condo pool well kept with baby pool - maintained daily. Charcoal grills on site also well kept and nice and large. Nice little covered nook next to the unit’s marked parking spot to store your beach gear. Ice maker makes ice like a boss. Unit is tastefully decorated with relaxing coastal vibe, clearly had a relatively recent remodel. About a half hour drive to downtown Charleston if you want a change of pace for a non-beach day.
Cons: Pictures of the unit make it seem much larger than it actually is (pay attention to the square feet - its accurate… very cozy for the 8 people it says it sleeps). Very small kitchen that is sorta oddly furnished… plenty of plates, cups, and way more pots and pans than you could use… but very few knives, no hot pads. Very little storage for your groceries if you plan to eat in. Couch and all the beds are well loved (soft and a bit lumpy). Downstairs bedroom is advertised as a king but actually has a queen. Full over full bunk beds upstairs cannot accommodate adults so “sleeps 8 adults” is not accurate (there is actually a sticker on the bed saying limit 200lb, don’t mistake that you can get multiple adults in this bunk) - my teen had to sleep on the couch. Finally, be advised this is an upper floor unit - you go up 2 flights to get to the main floor of this condo, and then another flight of stairs to get to top 2 bedrooms… not for anyone with mobility issues.
All in all, I’d give this property a 3 out of 5 for the price. We rented late and were lucky to find anything, and we would do it again for the chance to spend the week with family at the beach.