Location: Pawleys Island, Grand Strand - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA (Near Georgetown, SC; half-hour from Myrtle Beach Airport;)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House, pawley's, beach, cottage, beach house, marsh house, private house, private cottage, waterfront, creek
Mace House is a beautiful family home in a quiet, secluded neighborhood where moss hangs from live oaks and deer stroll in the evening. Located on the mainland across the marsh from the south end of the island, this house has a private dock on the frontage along the marsh and is still owned by the family that built it in 1972.
A large screened porch with hammock, swing, and rocking chairs overlooks the tidal marsh where the private dock gives access for crabbing, fishing, kayaking, and watching birds - egrets, herons, and osprey in the marsh and painted buntings and whippoorwills in the woods. Glass doors across the main room let you enjoy the glorious views in the comfort of AC or heat, or you can open them and bring the sea breezes into the house.
Under the house, sinks and showers let you clean up before bringing the catch into the roomy kitchen, and a big fireplace makes the great room cozy for cooler times. A short drive or boat ride, depending on the tide, takes you to the historic Pawley's beach for swimming, surfing, and walking. (Kayaks are available to rent for $75 per week for one, $100 per week for two, and $150 per week for three.)
This is a perfect place for a family to get away from the world and spend time together with our little collection of books and games, or with those you bring yourself. The house is large enough to offer privacy as well.
Nearby are world-class golfing, shopping, historic homes and churches, and restaurants galore. The beautiful sculptures and gardens at Brookgreen are only a few miles north. Fifteen minutes takes you to Georgetown, half an hour to Myrtle Beach, and an hour to Charleston.
Unfortunately, we do not offer long-term rentals--two weeks is the maximum. We also rent by the week only--no short-term rentals. For more details and many more pictures, please see our main website (linked below).
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Dual systems for central heat and air, one for each floor, with separate thermostats
- Washer : in house, not shared
- Dryer : in house, not shared
- Covered Parking : under house with access to covered stairs, limit of one car
- Off Street Parking : limit of four cars
- Wood Fireplace : use at own risk
- Beds
- Queen Bed : one in one room
- Double Bed (2) : one each in two rooms
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : two in one room
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- Video Library : Some older films available.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : A few CDs available. Also, the CD player has an MP3 dock for iPods, etc.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Gas grill--use at own risk and may need to provide gas if canister is empty
- Deck/Patio : Covered porches on both sides of house. Porch near creek is screened as well.
- Lanai : screened front porch, looks out on marsh, with hammock, swing, rocking chairs
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : on the west side of the Pawley's creek, across from Bird's nest
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Kayaks available for rent, Pets allowed with fee and owner permission
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Minimum age for any occupant is 5 years old. We do not rent to houseparties or groups of highschool or college students. We must talk with renters by phone.
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking permitted on the rental property.
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 25-July 31, Cmas, NY...$1200/week. Aug. 1-September 5...$1100/week.
May 1-25, Sept. 6-30...$950/week. March 1-May 1; Sept. 6-Nov. 30... $850/week.
Dec. 1-Feb. 29 (except C'mas, NY)...$750/week
Deposit: 1/2 rental fee to reserve; damage deposit $100 (refund if no damage)
Two week maximum stay.
Above rates do not include $100 cleanup or $25 checking fee
(if you decide to clean the house yourself). Cleaning fee due with deposit.
Pet fee: $100, with owner's permission. Kayaks: $75 per week (NOT surf or ocean)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1972
Mace House is owned by Nancy Mace Kreml and Jane Mace Davis. We're both retired teachers: Jane taught math at Irmo High School and Nancy taught English at Midlands Technical College, both in Columbia. Our husbands are retired, too: John Davis edited South Carolina Wildlife magazine, and now paints wonderful wildlife scenes, and Bill Kreml taught Political Science at USC and is now at DePaul. Jane and John also have a house near Brevard, NC, and Bill and Nancy have an apartment in Chicago--but we all live in Columbia with cats, dogs, rats and other tame and not so tame animals!
Why the Owner Chose Pawleys Island
Our parents, Mary and Parke Mace, built the house in 1972, and our family has enjoyed it ever since. Our parents and grandparents spent summers at Pawley's, and now our children and (future)grandchildren do, too. Pawley's offers beautiful beaches and marshes, fascinating history, great golf courses, excellent fishing and crabbing, and easy access to Georgetown, Murrell's Inlet, and Charleston, as well as the Francis Marion National Forest.
The Unique Benefits of this House
We've always thought that paradise is in the marsh at Pawley's. When we're there, you'll always find us on the dock at sunset, eating supper on the porch, or curled up to read by the fire if the evening is cool. We always like to take a trip to Brookgreen or a nature tour at Hobcaw, eat out or buy fresh-caught seafood and cook it ourselves, play games or watch a movie, and best of all, kayak in the marsh to see egrets, herons, ibis, eagles and other wonderful creatures. And every summer, we swim in the perfect surf on Pawley's beach!
Property Photos
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- Mace House - Pawley's Island, SC - South Carolina Vacation Rental Accommodation
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- Evening view of private dock - Pawley's Island, SC - South Carolina Vacation Rental Accommodation
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- Main room with fireplace and glass doors to porch - Pawley's Island, SC - South Carolina Vacation Rental Accommodation
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- Swinging in the sun is great any time of year
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- The roomy front bedroom looks out on the marsh
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- back porch, from road
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- The dock at high tide
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- Downstairs bedroom, road side of house
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- Downstairs bedroom, marsh side of house
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- Twin beds, upstairs
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- Hammock and chairs on front porch, looking toward marsh
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- Chairs on porch
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- Fireplace in winter
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- Kayaking at high tide
Traveler Reviews (13)
Tranquil Marsh Views
Guest: Rena
(Mount Pleasant)
Date of Stay: 12/26/11
Review Submitted: 01/03/12
We had the most fantastic week. Our family loved kayaking, bird watching, crabbing, exploring, and just relaxing at Mace House. What a beautiful spot which is visited by egrets and herons every morning. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Mister and Lucky who loved playing with our Basset Hound, Georgia. Only a short distance from home, but a peaceful spot to unwind. We can't wait to come back again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, families with teenagers.
A peaceful retreat...
Guest: Annie M
(Charlotte NC)
Date of Stay: 11/20/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Our family enjoyed the Thanksgiving week at Mace House and found it to be as magical a place as the description on line. The view was even more beautiful than the pictures. My teenage daughters loved the kayaks and crabbing off the dock. We enjoyed the porch swing and hammock! We will be back to this lovely, enchanting spot!
Owner response:We're so glad you had a good visit! Fall is a beautiful time to be at Mace House. And glad the crabbing was good, too.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, families with teenagers.
A vacation to remember- a place to come back to...
Guest: Mace house fans
(Greensboro NC)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10
Review Submitted: 06/30/10
Our stay at Mace house was a total joy! The wonderful house, the beautiful wildlife, the beach right around the corner was all just what we had hoped for in a vacation. We got great seafood at the local Pawleys Island seafood market, taught our son how to play checkers and "go fish", visited Brookgreen Gardens one cool and magical evening, read books in the hammock and never watched the TV. We enjoyed visiting All Saints Church for the Wednesday morning service, and wandered in the beautiful cemetary, rich with the history of the island. The house is lovely, clean and homey, and the location is private and quiet. The best part? Arriving. The worst part? Having to leave! We'll be back...
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/13/10
Review Submitted: 03/13/10
3/9/2010My husband and I recently stayed at Mace House. It is a wonderful vacation home tucked away on a secluded tidal creek on Pawley’s Island. The home is private and very comfortable and thoughtfully furnished by the owners. There is family artwork and lots of books. The furniture was very comfortable. Kitchen was great and fully furnished with everything needed. The large screen porch with lots of chairs, swing and hammock was perfect for bird watching in the back yard and dock. During our all too short week here we visited Brookgreen Gardens – Huntington State Park – Charleston – and Georgetown. All these places were easy day trips from Mace House. The home shows years of wonderful family times here. You will feel it too! Thanks again for renting your lovely home. C&J Allen
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Guest: Vicki and Steve Jenkins family
(Greer, SC)
Date of Stay: 07/18/08
Review Submitted: 07/18/08
Wow! We have been coming to the beach every year for years. This place, the Mace house, is the BEST we have ever stayed at. We love having our own private place and enjoy the quiet and peaceful setting. We can recharge our lives to go another year after spending the week at the Mace house. Thank you so much for a very memorable vacation and for allowing our 2 four legged family members attending as well. We will see you next year!!
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Guest: Connie and Mike Williams
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/16/07
Review Submitted: 08/16/07
We just wanted you to know that we had a lovely stay at the Mace House. What a truly beautiful house and setting. We are now looking longingly at our photos and wishing we were there! Thanks so much, Connie and Mike Williams and family
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Guest: Peter and Marsha Burch
(Durham, NC)
Date of Stay: 02/13/07
Review Submitted: 02/13/07
We'd like to thank you both for the wonderful weekend we spent at your place. With your help we rode the tides just right and enjoyed paddles from your dock in both directions. We found everything we needed in the kitchen,and the place was very quiet at night. We managed to tuck a lot of activities in, and missed very few of the sights your very helpful guide recommended - even Alice's grave. Thanks, Peter and Marsha Burch
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Guest: Frankie Haygood
(-)
Date of Stay: 06/18/06
Review Submitted: 06/18/06
We had a great week at the Mace House. My 2 Granddaughters loved being able to crab off the dock and seeing all of the wildlife. they especially like see the bunny every morning and the turkeys crossing the road with their new chicks. The house was so convenient for us to Georgetown and other areas we like to visit.We look forward to visiting again. Thanks, Frankie Haygood
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Guest: Karen Hipp
(Greenville SC)
Date of Stay: 05/19/05
Review Submitted: 05/19/05
We stayed at Mace House for two weeks in August 2004. The view of the marsh is spectacular, and with the breeze coming off the water we rarely ran the A/C. My three boys were enchanted with the creek and marsh (caught lots of fish and crabs) and enjoyed it more than the beach (which is just a short walk through the creek at low tide). Rent the kayaks to explore the marsh, especially at sunrise and sunset. We found Mace House to be convenient to shops, restaurants, local plantations and other sights. There are many activities for the entire family in the area. The neighbors are lovely - we were invited to watch a private fireworks display one evening. For a quiet, peaceful trip to the beach, consider Mace House for your next vacation - it truly was one of the best places our family has ever stayed.
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Guest: Ray and Patsy Wightman
(St. Matthews, SC)
Date of Stay: 12/27/04
Review Submitted: 12/27/04
Our family stayed the first week in August 2004. It was a great family time. We enjoyed our time on the dock, screened in porch, tidal creek and beach. We enjoyed kayaking but found out we were out of shape. We plan on returning the Summer of 2005. Patsy
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