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Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Love Shack, a Folly Beach cottage with character, is just steps from the beach and downtown. Enjoy great views of the ocean from almost every room or unwind on the large front deck with panoramic views of the island from its rooftop extension.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach

Experience the timeless charm of The Love Shack, a beautifully updated cottage ideally situated for both relaxation and convenience. Perfect for families and couples, this cozy retreat offers direct beach access just 40 feet from the front steps, placing you a mere short stroll from the surf. Downtown Folly Beach’s vibrant restaurants and shopping are only a few blocks away, making it easy to explore without the need for driving or parking.
One of Folly’s original cottages, The Love Shack retains its nostalgic appeal while offering modern comforts. The expansive front deck invites you to enjoy coastal breezes and ocean sounds, providing stunning views and a perfect spot to unwind. From nearly every room in the house, you can hear and see the ocean—immersing you in the tranquil seaside ambiance. For panoramic vistas, a rooftop deck over the porch offers sweeping island views.
Inside, the 650-square-foot home has an open living and kitchen area featuring a unique vintage element, blending vintage character with modern amenities. Both bedrooms are equipped with 42" flat-screen TVs, ensuring entertainment after a day at the beach.
Set on a corner lot, the property boasts a fenced backyard shaded by mature live oaks—ideal for pets and children. With only 10 steps from the backyard to the yard, access is easy for all ages. Parking is hassle-free with four off-street spaces at the rear and additional parking in front.
Fully licensed for short-term rentals (License Number LIC040687), The Love Shack delivers a nostalgic, comfortable escape just minutes from the historic charm of Charleston and the endless sands of Folly Beach. Whether seeking coastal adventures or relaxing views, this home offers the perfect balance of both. Enjoy the Folly Beach Pier, Morris Island Lighthouse & the Best Charleston County Park located at tip of the island. Folly Beach is the closest beach to downtown historic Charleston & just a short drive!

**** For a 360 degree interactive tour of every room in the house as well as outside, please copy and paste the following link into your browser and select the picture icon to the left for twelve different panoramic views!! ****

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Keywords: Ocean View Beach Cottage

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 650 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No rental agreement nor deposit required.
We provide poop bags and disposal area in our fenced in yard and guests sure appreciate using this for easy pup disposal:)

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets welcome. Fenced yard and basement.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Property Registration Number STR23-SFR LIC040687

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Folly Beach, SC

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Center Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Folly River Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Folly Beach County Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Loggerhead's Beach Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). 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 Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach located?

This family-friendly Folly Beach vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Folly Island Beaches and Center Street. Folly River Park and Folly Beach Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.

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Charming Pet Friendly Oceanview Bungalow - Prime Location - Steps to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 383 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Perfect getaway for us

Everything was perfect for our getaway at Folly Beach!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Great place

Great, clean place in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bungalow, steps from the beach, wonderful fenced in backyard, a perfect week for my family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been staying here for many years and wouldn’t change a thing about it . It’s our favorite place . Home away from home . We will be back for sure next year
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

david d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

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

Location

Could not ask for a better location and home for a small family of three. Steps from the beach access!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick L.

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

Perfect place

We loved our stay. It was a perfect spot for my family including our dogs. Great access to the beach and a perfect layout for the dogs. We had a great time and are definitely going to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny A.

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

Great stay!

Had a great time- 2nd visit to this property! Love it! Gigi is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Lovely Beach Cottage

We loved our stay in Folly Beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly s.

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

Blissful Beach Getaway

Very clean, Comfortable house. Super close to the beach, amazing view of the ocean and walkable distance to restaurants and shops. Host was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

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

Convenient location

Easy walk to beach and close to Center street
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time. We had the pleasure of meeting Gigi who was wonderful. The place was clean and had an awesome front and back yards. Our dog loves the fenced in back yard. The front porch had a great view of the Ocean. Would definitely rent again. T & S
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse M.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

This house is absolutely precious and in a fantastic location to beach and to downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brande F.

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

Great location!

The house was perfect for our family of four. It was clean and exactly as described. Easy walk to the beach and only a few blocks off Center St so easy to walk to the restaurants and shops without having to worry about parking. We will definitely consider this house for our next trip to Folly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely LOVED this cottage. It was so nice to be right across the street from a beach access! The owner was the BEST with communicating and going the extra mile for us! The back yard was amazing for our pets and we enjoyed the shade instead of the beach during the hottest part of the day. Thank you for allowing us to bring our dogs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin A.

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

Excellent

We were treated so wonderful and the place is just adorable. You feel like you're in a boat. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

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

Cutest, brightest house with great outdoor space

This is the best beach house. So clean, view of water, easy beach access, walkable to town and wonderful outdoor patio and big back lawn. Gigi was a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We aren't typically repeat renters at the same place (we love traveling new places and trying various spots!), but this is our exception!! Our 4th visit to this wonderful spot on 4th street and we will be back again next year. Perfect location, easy parking, dog-friendly (fenced in backyard!) and our daughter loves the "birds nest" viewing spot up top. What summer dreams are made of!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Amazing Cozy Beach House!

We loved our time at this cozy beach house. We loved the distance from town and the beach. The backyard was perfect for our two pups that tagged along. Would recommend and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN H.

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

Great location very clean loved the house

Great vacation location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

This is the second time we have rented this place. It is so everything. Love it so much!!!!!!

Absolutely wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerald d.

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

Fantastic

Just nice pleasant place Walked to beach and center street several times a dayGood communication Will definitely go back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

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

Perfect house for relaxing

Close to all Folly “must go” locations. Easy access to beach and best second row beach view ever
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole m.

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

Happiness!

It began with meeting GiGi at the house. She is amazing and informative and a delight to talk to. Followed up with four nights of a wonderful experience. You could see the beach/ocean from the house. The fenced in backyard is amazing. Location is perfect. The house really felt like my home. I would suggest everyone staying here. And my dog got to do her last bucket list trip. And that was heartwarming.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

The perfect beach getaway!

We booked the cottage for the July 4th holiday and it was the perfect getaway! Gigi made the check in process so easy and enjoyable! The place was immaculate, and we had everything that we needed and more! We dined out the first night but cooked the remainder of the time and had everything we needed. The location was right at the beach access and easy to navigate. The fenced in back yard is perfect for pups, and I love how the owner has given so much special attention to making her home a place that is welcoming for four legged guests! My husband also commented on this being the most comfortable mattress he’s slept on at a VRBO (and we vacation with VRBO all the time so that’s saying something!). 10/10 stay and we will definitely be back! Thank you for a great stay and stellar hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025